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I knew going in that my first BERTHA: Grateful Drag show was going to be a spectacle, but I had no idea it was also going to be musically out of this world, visually stunning, and all around, joyful.

Recent Articles

  • Croz Boyce performs at Miracle Theatre in Washington, DC

    Awe for your Ears and Eyes: Animal Collective Side Quest ‘Croz Boyce’ Delivers Live Ambient Magic in DC

    Through sound and visual, Croz Boyce have perfected the joy of live performance by taking you on a journey through the best that earth has to offer, all without leaving your seat. 

  • Benee performs at 9:30 Club in Washington, DC

    Particles Sway in Melancholic Whimsy: Benee Bounces at 9:30 Club

    The hits are hitting. Each song carries a vibrance that feels distinctly upbeat, but emotional all the same. The distinct sadness that is weaved throughout her catalog breathes but doesn’t linger in a way that it brings the room down.

  • Skeleton Crewe performs at Pearl Street Warehouse in Washington, DC

    The Kids Did Dance & Shake Their Bones: Skeleton Crewe Dig Deep at Pearl Street Warehouse

    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.

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.