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As the night continues, I recall a distinct feeling as an older sibling. Skeleton Crewe almost gives off the vibe of Grateful Dead’s younger brother. They aren’t trying to be the Dead, but they know where they came from.
Recent Articles
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Where Metal Meets the Rainbow: Umphrey’s McGee & 9:30 Club’s Technicolor Dimension
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.