Brian Franke is an independent award-winning singer/songwriter and cover artist residing in Central Virginia. Since 2009 he has made music his career playing over 250 shows each year both locally and as a touring artist. He is known for his versatility of being able to play a wide range of genres from laid back, chill and easy listening music at wineries to rocking out at high energy bars and music venues. Additionally, he has released three independent albums, two solo and one with his duo FarAway.

Southern by way of the Rust Belt, Scott Kurt performs over 200 shows a year from Boston to Nashville and everywhere in between. His unique brand of music combines elements of his influences including Tom Petty, Eric Church, CCR, Luke Combs and many more. His hard work and talent have earned Scott opening slots for some of the biggest and brightest stars, including Dierks Bentley, Cheap Trick, Cole Swindell, Huey Lewis, Tyler Childers, to name a few.

Funky rock and roll dance party from Charlottesville, VA

DC-based LUSH is your nostalgia jukebox, playing the best party-rock hits of the 90s and 2000s to today with some classic faves as well. Every show is high excitement with one mission: a great time! Bring a friend, grab a beer, scream-sing, and dance to bangers from your youth!

Today’s movie is… drumroll please... Finding Dory!

Rock Creek Kings is a D.C. based rock 'n' roll band. The band fuses folk, funk and energetic driving rock into one sound with mesmerizing saxophone and guitar solos and powerful vocal harmonies.

Rocking the region since ancient times, YOUNG RELICS brings audiences an exciting variety of deep cuts and classic hits from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Combining superb musicianship with a commanding stage presence, YOUNG RELICS draws from the best of British and American rock and psychedelia. The mission of YOUNG RELICS is to provide an unforgettable sonic and visual event by playing the songs that audiences love, but never get to experience live.

The Excellent Drivers are a high-energy cover band that has the ability to play a diverse range of popular music genres, including top 40, rock, R&B, and country. This band specializes in delivering a fun and engaging experience that people recognize and can't resist dancing and singing along to. With their impressive versatility and extensive repertoire of songs, this cover band has something for everyone. Whether you're in the mood for an upbeat pop hit or a classic rock anthem, they can deliver it all with their exceptional musicianship and dynamic stage presence. Their performances are designed to keep the crowd engaged and entertained from start to finish, featuring non-stop energy, catchy hooks, and sing-along choruses that get the audience on their feet and involved in the show. With a commitment to delivering a high-quality experience every time, this cover band is the perfect choice for any event or venue where people want to have a great time dancing and singing along to their favorite tunes.

Today’s movie is… drumroll please...That Thing You Do!

Ella Buettner is a singer/songwriter from Manassas, VA. She puts her spin on an eclectic mix of hits you know and love from jazz standards to the newest top-40 and every decade in-between. Her moving vocals have created a growing following in Northern Virginia, Maryland, and now Nashville. This rising star is not to be missed!

Introducing Chaotic Blonde: an electrifying musical force renowned for their dynamic fusion of rock, pop, dance, and country melodies, igniting dance floors wherever they perform! Established in 2022 by a collective of seasoned musicians hailing from diverse corners of the nation, Chaotic Blonde boasts a pedigree marked by performances spanning from the vibrant streets of New York to the laid-back shores of Honolulu, with international acclaim to boot. Individually celebrated as sought-after session players within the pulsating heart of the D.C. music scene, the members of Chaotic Blonde unite to deliver a professional, polished sound characterized by hard-hitting dance grooves that are uniquely their own. Brace yourself for an unforgettable sonic experience every time Chaotic Blonde takes the stage, as they effortlessly blend experience, talent, and infectious energy into a spellbinding performance.

Formed in 2020, high energy music for people that love alternative rock!!!

The Poprocks are the DC area's ultimate tribute to the golden age of pop-punk music! The band plays favorites from artists like Blink 182, Green Day, and Weezer, while putting pop-punk spins on hit songs from the 90s and today!

Today’s movie is… drumroll please... Encanto!

Maryland-based singer/songwriter, Shane Gamble is set to release a batch of new songs this coming June. This release builds on the success of his Billboard Top 40 single “Beautiful Work,” and breakout #1 single “Turn My Way”. The album will include songs like “She Takes Me There” and “These Old Boots”; both of which were included on Spotify’s “Fresh Finds”, and “New Music Nashville” Country Playlists. Gamble spent much of the past two years on the road, testing new material while opening for top touring artists like the Eli Young Band, Lee Brice, Lo Cash, Grainger Smith, Phil Vassar, David Nail and Chase Rice. “The songs written for the upcoming album are a journey through the places I’ve been, the ups and the downs, and everywhere between. There are some rocking songs on this one, written with the live show in mind”. Gamble’s sophomore release American Heart, featured twelve tracks which showcase Shane’s ability to seamlessly blend Country and Americana rock. Gamble co-wrote many of the songs for American Heart with Nashville heavy weight writers Derric Ruttan, Zac Molloy, Jay Clementi, and the late Andrew Dorf. In the studio, Gamble worked closely with Rick Beato, who not only produced “Turn My Way” for Gamble but is also credited with hits by NEEDTOBREATHE, Shinedown, Charlie Mars, and Parmalee. Gamble’s music effortlessly straddles genre lines, sonically living somewhere between Eric Church and Tom Petty, his sound cuts straight through the heartland of American music, with a twist of the unknown. Gamble says, “I’m so excited to let people hear this new music; 2020 has afforded me the time to really drill down deep and write songs that really matter to me. There were over 40 songs recorded, some produced at my studio in Maryland, and some in Nashville, covering a wide range of storylines. My team and I have narrowed the album down to about 20 songs; who knows, maybe a double album- title coming soon!

Mack is a committed, driven artist whose talents are rivaled only by her passion for and love of music. A professionally trained vocalist, self-taught multi-instrumentalist and burgeoning producer, Mack utilizes her uniquely powerful voice to perform a wide variety of classic and contemporary musical selections in a way that is at once subtly nuanced and refreshingly vibrant. Part rock ‘n’ roll, a little country, some funk, a touch of soul and all heart, Mack’s music is as perfectly suited for bars and wineries as it is for the big stage. Her acoustic solo set is filled with a diverse mix of sing-along songs from Van Morrison and Creedence Clearwater Revival to Smokey Robinson and The Lumineers. She is currently looking for a full-band setup. She takes creative inspiration from Etta James, Frank Ocean and The Rolling Stones and credits Stevie Nicks and Led Zeppe for her musical motivation. She is currently working on her first EP.

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Sela Campbell is a country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist based in Loudoun County, Virginia. At just seventeen years old, Sela has performed over 200 shows in the last three years across Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland. She was voted Best Local Band/Musician in the Loudoun Times Mirror’s 2023 Best of Loudoun competition, and she won best soloist in the 2022 Loudoun County Battle of the Bands. She is known for her beautiful voice and plays all types of country music, from Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton and Loretta Lynn to many of today’s most popular artists including Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood, and The Chicks. She’s also begun writing and performing her own music, including her singles “One Track Mind” and “Yellow Flowers”. You can find Sela playing at many of Northern Virginia’s best venues, with occasional “out of town” shows and festival appearances as well. You can follow her online at selacampbell.com or at “TheSelaCampbell” on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

Delta Spur is DC/MD/VA's hottest country band, performing all of your favorite country hits!

Rowdy Ace Band pays tribute to the music that has and continues to build the country music genre! We are the award winning band that you will have a blast with! We play Country that Rocks!

Today’s movie is… drumroll please... Luca!

Andy B is a looper from the Maryland. His one man band act has been seen throughout the DMV and has been active in the music scene for over a decade. Andy has had the honor of opening for acts such as Survivor, Patty Smyth, Phillip Phillips and Michael McDonald.

Normally seen jumpin' and rockin' stages all over the DMV, Jordan takes pride in creating an unforgettable experience for audiences of all shapes and sizes with microphone in hand. Highlighted by his electric stage presence, Jordan channels the joy of live music into every performance. Come hang out as he reunites with his acoustic guitar for a laidback, stripped down evening of live music to close out the summer!

Southern by way of the Rust Belt, Scott Kurt performs over 200 shows a year from Boston to Nashville and everywhere in between. His unique brand of music combines elements of his influences including Tom Petty, Eric Church, CCR, Luke Combs and many more. His hard work and talent have earned Scott opening slots for some of the biggest and brightest stars, including Dierks Bentley, Cheap Trick, Cole Swindell, Huey Lewis, Tyler Childers, to name a few.

Wish you could relive your favorite millennium hits? Uncle Jesse is here to take you back in time with all the best songs from the 90’s and 00’s! Our setlist ranges across all genres. So whether you're a sk8er boy or a spice girl, a teenage dirtbag or a genie in a bottle, stop worrying about all the small things and start livin’ la vida loca with us! We are a DMV-based cover band playing all over DC, Maryland, Virginia and along the East Coast. So grab your friends and be ready to sing along to the songs that defined a generation! You oughta know it’ll be a semi-charmed night! ;)

Carleigh Jane, a talented acoustic musician and emerging songwriter, was born and raised in Virginia. Her passion for music ignited at a young age, leading her to embark on her musical journey early in life. She began with piano lessons at the age of 5, followed by professional vocal training at 8. By 10, she had already mastered the ukulele and acoustic guitar through self-teaching. She also seamlessly integrated the electric guitar into some of her performances.

At just 12 years old, Carleigh ventured into the spotlight as a solo artist, captivating audiences in local music venues and beyond. Her talent and youthful spirit swiftly made her a prominent figure in Old Town Manassas, VA, and she continues to broaden her reach, performing at venues across Northern Virginia, Loudoun County, Fauquier County and even venturing to Richmond and Washington, DC. Carleigh's musical style is diverse, spanning from the 70s to today's popular hits, showcasing her versatility and true love for music.

Kleptoradio puts on a high energy show featuring dynamic covers from every genre of popular music; Rock, Hip Hop, Country, Motown, Pop, R&B, Reggae, Punk and more..

November Morning is a Washington, DC based acoustic duo that features a unique blend of Motown, blues, and pop soul favorites from the powerful vocalist Lisa J and gifted guitarist Montree.

Today’s movie is… drumroll please…. Little Giants!

Chris has been writing music and performing for most of his life. With his blues/roots sound, he fronted and wrote music for the Virginia-based band, Less Traveled. Together, they produced an album, developed a following, and toured regionally. It wasn’t long before Chris had an endorsement from Godin Guitars, opened for Agents of Good Roots, Merles Saunders, and Tim Reynolds (Dave Matthews and TR3), and decided to strike out on his own as a solo musician. Chris moved to New York, where he continued to hone his unique style and technique, became a favorite in the Brooklyn music scene, and sat as a session guitarist on several hip hop records. But when alcohol, drugs, and some bad decisions caught up with him, life took a hard turn, forcing him to reinvent himself. In the midst of tremendous loss and heartache, Chris knew that things had to change, and that’s exactly what he did.

Rowdy Ace Band pays tribute to the music that has and continues to build the country music genre! We are the award winning band that you will have a blast with! We play Country that Rocks!

Keeton is a Washington, DC cover band that plays a wide variety of your favorite 90s hits. Pearl Jam, Weezer, Foo Fighters, New Radicals, Eve 6, Better Than Ezra, Green Day -- keeton covers them all and many more. keeton's show will take you on a musical journey through the decade of the internet, Nintendo, the Macarena, and Jurassic Park. With their wide array of upbeat, energetic songs, high octane guitar riffs, and strong vocal harmonies, keeton will get the party started and keep you dancing and singing along to those songs you love, but forgot you love. keeton -- "90s and alternative for the people".

Sharif has made quite a name for himself on the charts and on the touring front from playing intimate solo acoustic shows of his original material to belting out cover tunes (from Rihanna's "Disturbia" to Maroon 5's "Won't Go Home Without You" to Beastie Boys "Girls") at biker bars, to opening for the likes of Jason Mraz, Kenny Loggins, Rhett Miller, Rusted Root, and Blake Shelton. "Music consumes me," explains Sharif, who has approximately 2,000 shows around the world under his belt. "I just love playing music, teaching music, learning more about music, and doing whatever I can to get there."

Rock Creek Kings is a D.C. based rock 'n' roll band. The band fuses folk, funk and energetic driving rock into one sound with mesmerizing saxophone and guitar solos and powerful vocal harmonies.

Justin Trawick has been performing in the Washington DC area and along the East Coast since 2006, citing musical influences like Bob Schneider, Greensky Bluegrass, The Tallest Man on Earth, G. Love, Old Crow Medicine Show, and David Gray.  In February of 2014, Trawick won “Song of the Year” at the Washington Area Music Awards for his solo recording of “All the Places That I’ve Been,” which can be downloaded on iTunes as a single along with his five other solo records and EPs.

Piano Fight Club is dueling pianos like you've never heard before. Eric Henkels, Pat Smith, and Vinny Direnzis have been tickling the ivories for as long as they could walk, and bring their intensity and love for music to a unique, request-driven experience - One that you won't soon forget. Whether it be Elton John, Amy Winehouse, or anything else you can think of, these Philadelphia musicians will try anything once. Beats, raps, remixes, medleys, it's all fair game - The first rule of Piano Fight Club is to tell everyone about Piano Fight Club!

HIJYNX is a full frontal assault of booty shakin’ music that formed the soundtrack of YOUR life! Let the soaring vocals, fabulous riffs, hooks and rhythm propel your senses with a live music performance unlike any other from HIJYNX!

Brian Franke is an independent award-winning singer/songwriter and cover artist residing in Central Virginia. Since 2009 he has made music his career playing over 250 shows each year both locally and as a touring artist. He is known for his versatility of being able to play a wide range of genres from laid back, chill and easy listening music at wineries to rocking out at high energy bars and music venues. Additionally, he has released three independent albums, two solo and one with his duo FarAway.

Staff favorite, Matty D..

Collective is a high-energy cover band that plays the best of the 80s, 90s, 2000s, and today (rock / pop / pop punk / alt). Collective’s passion for excellent musicianship is surpassed only by our passion for putting on an incredible show - we are definitely not your average cover band. We are interactive. We are dynamic. We are musicians. And we are performers. Our covers are danceable and our crowds love to sing along. We truly live for creating unique “one-time-only” experiences every time we hit a stage. Collective was voted "Best Local Band" in Arlington Magazine's Best of 2022 Readers' Poll.

Starting Early is brothers Rory and Declan O'Donnell (vocals, guitars, and bass) with Paul Mosimann (drums). 
 Filed under the nebulous genre of indie-rock, Starting Early has a sound that is unpretentiously fresh. Having cut their teeth by singing Beatle harmonies and instrumentally recreating the sounds of Cream and Led Zeppelin, the band injects a vintage vibe into their exciting and plucky songwriting. The Starting Early EP was released early in 2022 and is the band’s first major release.

We are a family band from a tiny, rural Washington town called Curlew. We perform a mix of Folk, Americana, and Indie sounds across nine instruments from box drums to banjos. We thrive on bending genres and having fun while doing it. Our band is made up of 3 members with the occasional sibling, aunt, or cousin floating around. 

First, our 16-year-old front woman Caroline Carlile on guitar, banjo, and vocals. She mostly is seen running around the stage bantering with the audience and her family on stage. It is always a good time when Caroline’s around! 

Second, is our jack of all trades, 13-year-old JayJ Carlile. The driving force behind the music, JayJ is a multi-instrumentalist playing a range of 6-7 instruments. He also is known for singing his own songs about anxiety and the stresses of growing up. 

And lastly, our dad, Jay Carlile. Providing expert harmonies and blues harp, he also is the official family bus driver. 

We also write, record, and produce our own music, often from the backseat of our motorhome while we’re on the road. 

With shows filled with comedy and family harmonies, we invite you to come along! Our songs range from heartache, to friendship, to familial love, to cowboys. There’s always a new song or story we are just waiting to share. 

Eric Henkels has had a musical instrument in his hand for as long as he could walk. His intensity and love for music shines through at every one of his solo acoustic shows and promises to be one that you won’t soon forget!

Tommy & Kim features pop/rock/folk artists Tommy Gann and Kim Pittinger. Each performed around the Northern Virginia and D.C. area as solo acts until a songwriters retreat brought them together in 2014. They have been writing music and performing together ever since. In addition to their original music, Tommy & Kim have a unique way of putting their creative touch on classic songs. Together they have been featured acts at Leesburg, VA’s Acoustic on the Green series and Hamilton, VA’s Songs Stories and Gas Money series. Further east, they have performed at venues such as Pearl Street Warehouse and Union Stage in Washington, D.C.

Southern by way of the Rust Belt, Scott Kurt performs over 200 shows a year from Boston to Nashville and everywhere in between. His unique brand of music combines elements of his influences including Tom Petty, Eric Church, CCR, Luke Combs and many more. His hard work and talent have earned Scott opening slots for some of the biggest and brightest stars, including Dierks Bentley, Cheap Trick, Cole Swindell, Huey Lewis, Tyler Childers, to name a few.

Keeton is a Washington, DC cover band that plays a wide variety of your favorite 90s hits. Pearl Jam, Weezer, Foo Fighters, New Radicals, Eve 6, Better Than Ezra, Green Day -- keeton covers them all and many more. keeton's show will take you on a musical journey through the decade of the internet, Nintendo, the Macarena, and Jurassic Park. With their wide array of upbeat, energetic songs, high octane guitar riffs, and strong vocal harmonies, keeton will get the party started and keep you dancing and singing along to those songs you love, but forgot you love. keeton -- "90s and alternative for the people".

Maryland-based singer/songwriter, Shane Gamble is set to release a batch of new songs this coming June. This release builds on the success of his Billboard Top 40 single “Beautiful Work,” and breakout #1 single “Turn My Way”. The album will include songs like “She Takes Me There” and “These Old Boots”; both of which were included on Spotify’s “Fresh Finds”, and “New Music Nashville” Country Playlists. Gamble spent much of the past two years on the road, testing new material while opening for top touring artists like the Eli Young Band, Lee Brice, Lo Cash, Grainger Smith, Phil Vassar, David Nail and Chase Rice. “The songs written for the upcoming album are a journey through the places I’ve been, the ups and the downs, and everywhere between. There are some rocking songs on this one, written with the live show in mind”. Gamble’s sophomore release American Heart, featured twelve tracks which showcase Shane’s ability to seamlessly blend Country and Americana rock. Gamble co-wrote many of the songs for American Heart with Nashville heavy weight writers Derric Ruttan, Zac Molloy, Jay Clementi, and the late Andrew Dorf. In the studio, Gamble worked closely with Rick Beato, who not only produced “Turn My Way” for Gamble but is also credited with hits by NEEDTOBREATHE, Shinedown, Charlie Mars, and Parmalee. Gamble’s music effortlessly straddles genre lines, sonically living somewhere between Eric Church and Tom Petty, his sound cuts straight through the heartland of American music, with a twist of the unknown. Gamble says, “I’m so excited to let people hear this new music; 2020 has afforded me the time to really drill down deep and write songs that really matter to me. There were over 40 songs recorded, some produced at my studio in Maryland, and some in Nashville, covering a wide range of storylines. My team and I have narrowed the album down to about 20 songs; who knows, maybe a double album- title coming soon!

Andy B is a looper from the Maryland. His one man band act has been seen throughout the DMV and has been active in the music scene for over a decade. Andy has had the honor of opening for acts such as Survivor, Patty Smyth, Phillip Phillips and Michael McDonald.