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As the second of a two-night run, I’m aghast at how these fans continue through the night to have the energy to groove this much and rock this hard. UM took DC’s cold, wet, and frankly gross Sunday and turned it into a colorful paradise with their righteous sound ringing all the way through the district.

Recent Articles

  • The Movement performs at 9:30 Club in Washington, DC

    A Tropical Escape in Snowcrete DC

    The movement for The Movement was clearly very strong. The set break brought a different sensory experience than most concerts, and one that reaffirmed the sensation of feeling like you were in a smokeshop in Western Florida - the smell of incense burning takes over the venue and its floral opulence wafting through the air told us that The Movement was about to take the stage.

  • Portugal. The Man performs at The Anthem in Washington, DC on December 5, 2025

    Photo Gallery: Portugal. The Man at The Anthem

    On December 5, 2025, Portugal. The Man delivered an energetic set for their devoted fans at The Anthem. Our photographer, Jonathan Nevius, was there to capture the memorable show through his lens.

  • Joe Russo's Almost Dead performs at The Anthem in Washington, DC on November 15, 2025

    What Is Almost Dead Is Still Very Much Dead

    What is Dead is still Dead, there is no denying that. Looking out upon the Almost Dead, you can’t help to think to yourself how alive this room feels, and what a blessing it is to break up the monotony.

About The Aftertone

A new Washington, DC-based music publication, The Aftertone covers live music across the DMV with immersive, narrative-driven storytelling—exploring concerts through emotion, history, and experience.