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Grady Bring Their Girl-Powered Pop Rock to DC9 Residency
They define their aesthetic and delve into what makes their lyrics meaningful for women in the music scene.
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Why is Megaphone-Wielding Vince Gray Admirer Robert Brannum Attempting a Takeover of D.C. for Democracy?
One of D.C.’s staunchest political gadflies hopes to become chair of a leading progressive group.
Discarded Housing Authority Commissioners Are Cynical About the Future of the Agency
What was it like for the most outspoken D.C. Housing Authority commissioners to watch as politicians removed them from the board?
Bowser Lets Crime Lab Reform Legislation Become Law Without Her Signature
The mayor raised a variety of concerns about the bill, but avoided a symbolic veto of legislation overhauling the lab.
Food
Death of a Brewery: 3 Stars Leaves Hole in D.C.’s Evolving Beer Scene
D.C.’s biggest brewery is now a New York import that produces 15,000 barrels a year.
Good Taste: Maydan Alums Dish Up Killer Kebabs, Herby Falafel, and Fiery Fries at Yasmine
Chefs Chris Morgan and Gerald Addison and general manager Said Haddad met while working at the Michelin-starred Middle Eastern restaurant.
The Carry-Out Critic Indulges in Deep-Fried Seafood and Spiced Crab Cakes at Chef Skip
The seafood spot on the Howard University campus has roots in Virginia Beach and Portsmouth.
Arts
‘A Natural Showman’: Rock Artist Cole Larravide Brings Unique Jam Sound to the Pocket
The classic rock-inspired artist discusses what makes his concerts “different every night” and his goals for 2023—like getting his music on streaming services.
Swing Beat: A Quarter Century With Thad Wilson Jazz Orchestra
The group has taken many forms over the years and performs intermittently, but Thad Wilson’s big band is still making great music.
Karaj Band: English Gives Us Reason to Hope
Sanaz Toossi’s insightful play shows the pressure of cultural imperialism and asks: Does a different language make you a different person?
Beauty Pill Resurrect The Unsustainable Lifestyle With Rerelease
Nearly 20 years have passed since the local rock band dissolved after uncomprehending critic reviews. Now fans delight that they’ve released a collection of their complete Dischord recordings.
