There is a wry humor that is evident throughout the band’s unofficial mission statement "23RAINYDAYS writes music that we hope will end up in John Hughes’ films when John Hughes makes a triumphant return to Hollywood... We write music that kids can relate to... well... mainly kids in black." They joke about a narrow genre that belies the true universal appeal of their music. On the timeline, 23RAINYDAYS references the classic new wave hooks and the most modern of the nu new wave, while grasping the pure rock in between.

302acid vs. Optical grooves-
live audio/video improvisation
"If the name 302 Acid suggests an unhealthy interest in the sound of a certain legendary Roland bass station, then forget you ever heard it.
As it appears on this their debut album, there’s nothing minimalist or retro about the music of this Washington DC trio. Even Calls is an almost continuous swathe of densely arranged sound, multi layered and amniotically appealing. "
-Chris Sharp, The Wire

Optical Grooves has worked on videos with cutting edge groups such as Yeast Productions, Guerrilla News Network and Big Noise Films, to produce documentaries including Not My President, DC 9-02, Not in Our Name, IMC News Reels, and Praha Rebel Colours, as well as 302 Acid's 2003 ep release, Alanthus Altissima.

The Able Birds are trying to break your heart.

Soft, sad songs by a DC/MD-based quartet, sounding something like Sufjan Stevens, Wilco, Nick Drake, and a tobacco barn succumbing in an October field.

Brand-spanking new DC-acclaimed singer/songwriter Adrian Krygowski started abusing the acoustic guitar back in early 2003. Influences from rock, jazz and folk music, Adrian’s unique percussive sound transcends the all-too-popular 2000’s sound and tunes ears from accross the nation.
Self-Proclaimed Washington local folktronica-pop artist Adrian Krygowski, or better known as "The Adrian Outfit," seems to know how to capture the essence of the new live-and-well DC music scene. The Minneapolis-native songwriter has been sharing the stage with local-knowns Whiz Bang Three, Star FK Radium, Joe Shade, Michael Yugo, Malonius, and the sporadic-likes of of Sean Redmond, David Newbould, Jon Check, Haley Rossow and Damien Rice.

"Dont ever stop! The most interesting songwriter I’ve recorded this year!"
~Rod Bell, Below Ground Studios (St Paul MN)

"Voice of Bob Dylan, guitar of John Mayer."
~Phil "The Sound Guy", Spice of Life, London UK

Airport Boulevard is proud to be a Yarner Records recording artist. We just released our first CD in Oct 2007. Twangy pop or poppy twang...it's hard to tell.

Progressive rock, mostly instrumental, with indie rock and metal influences.

Positive pop music that is fun and meaningful. Performance will be singing with guitar.

Live performance by Alexis George.

ALLIE is the name of the lead singer and writer, The Krunch is the name of the band directed by PARYSS the lead guitarist, musical writer of the group. Together Paryss and Allie produce the group musically and image style. Allie & The Krunch is a uniquely gifted high energy & exciting six piece alt.rock-n-soul inspirational band. Nationally, Allie & The Krunch have performed @ CBGB’s(NYC) the 930 Club(DC), Lions Den(NYC), Grape Street (Philly PA), The State Theatre(VA), Laughing Lizard (VA), Club 5(DC), Bistro Europa(VA), the Vault(MD), East Coast billiards (VA), Bistro Europa (VA), The Velvet Lounge (DC), DC9 (DC), Emergenza Festival 2005 and Artomatic. Read more about Allie & The Krunch: THIS BAND REMINISCENT OF ACDC, U2, VELVET REVOLVER, AND GREEN DAY, IS WELL SEASONED, ROAD EXPERIENCED AND EXUDE EXTREME HIGH ENERGY DURING THEIR SHOW. ALL SONGS ARE ORIGINAL, WELL WRITTEN AND PERFORMED WITH PROFESSIONAL EXECUTION AND REMIND YOU OF SOMETHING YOU MIGHT HAVE HEARD BEFORE BUT A LOT MORE INTERESTING.

The emotional core of AlonA can be heard on the captivating six-track debut EP MAELSTROM, which navigates an intense, musical minefield through life’s most complex emotions including love, rage and revenge.

AlonA performs frequently in the DC/Maryland area, sometimes with the full band but just as often with Candice accompanied only by her guitarist. “I love to get more intimate with the microphone in ways you can’t do with a full band,” she explains. “I’d compare it to when Tori Amos performs live without a band and her vocal delivery takes on a dimension where it’s more about delivering the mood and the lyrics. I think it’s easier to connect that way, because some of the intimacy is lost with a full band.” Clearly Candice AlonA has barely begun to plum the depths of her potential as a vocalist, songwriter, musician and recording artist.

For more information on AlonA please visit her official website at http://www.alonaband.com.

Avant-garage performers Alzo Bosormeinyi & The Acid Achievers put the funk into "The World's Most Dysfunctional Rock Band". Since the group's inception in 1986, chaos and sweet noise have reigned supreme. With group size ranging anywhere from 4 - 8 people and musical abilities covering the spectrum from classically-trained to inscrutable, no one is quite sure what to expect at an Alzo performance, least of all the band themsleves!

http://www.americansinner.com

Anchorage is an Arlington-based slacker band.

A little girl with a big voice, Flo Anito's songs are quirky, smart, and honest. Her jazzy pop songs draw comparisons to Fiona Apple and Nellie McKay but her voice is all her own.

I am a singer/songwriter/horrible guitar player. I am always looking for guitarists that would like to collaborate. If you've seen me, it's probably been at the Iota open mic. I hope you come to check out a local music enthusiast who sings from the heart!

artinfashion@artomatic.org

The "Art in Fashion" show at Artomatic, the annual independent arts exhibition, will combine the creative efforts of artists and the sense of style of designers in a unique independent artistic extravaganza.

All forms of art in movement will be represented during the show, which is envisioned not as a typical fashion show in the commercial sense but as a bringing together of disciplines and an opportunity for original creativity. A reception will follow.

We are inviting all artists to contribute ideas and to participate in this event as a textile/fabric designer, model (various categories), make-up artist, photographer, design consultant, or in any artistic area that can be displayed in movement on a catwalk or runway. Costume and fashion designers, choreographers, performance artists, dancers, mime artists, hair designers, body piercers, body painters, tattoo artists, and others are welcome to participate.

Please feel free to share this information with your network of friends who may be interested.

Cliff Art brings together an eclectic combination of traditional and alternative music into a rich sonic collaboration.

Cliff Art combines the timbres of Appalachian lap dulcimers, 8-string bass, and Chapman Grand Stick™ to create original music that attracts a widely diverse audience. Cliff Art’s rich and unique style eludes classification, drawing influences from straight-ahead rock-n-roll to alternative to new age to folk. Occasionally, you might even hear strains of Stravinsky or a techno beat.

This unique group holds something for everyone, from the most intimate setting to the club scene. Listeners’ observations range from “Japanese Extra-Terrestrial Fusion Jazz” to “Bluegrass in the year 2000.” If you want thoughtfulness and intelligence, if you want soothing music, if you want sly, introspective wit, tap into the music of Cliff Art.

in your face jazz/jam band with a touch of funk to get you moving!