Flamingosis took his name from a free-style Frisbee move his father invented. That signature move involves a reverse spinning catch while standing on one leg like a flamingo, which aptly mirrors the New Jersey-based DJ and producer’s own whimsical beats. Wandering from old school hip-hop to classic jazz to groovy funk, Flamingosis employs a sample-based technique to start a new conversation in electronic dance music. Instead of following popular EDM trends like future bass and trap, Flamingosis finds inspiration in music’s greatest pocket grooves, or feel-good beats that make you bob your head up and down. Read more >>> Flamingosis performs with Alex Noize and Elliot Ness at 10 p.m. at Flash, 645 Florida Ave. NW. $10–$15. (202) 827-8791. flashdc.com. (Casey Embert)
EAT THIS
Jack Rose Dining Saloon hosts a beer bash tonight on its roof deck to welcome Upland Brewing Co. to the District. The tap takeover party runs from 5 to 10 p.m. and features 20 different beers from the Indiana brewery, each paired with a whiskey that complements its flavor. Cursed Kettles, for example, will be paired with Minor Cask sherry finished rye. Beers cost $2 each (available in the downstairs saloon too) and the whiskey pairings will be offered at the bar’s a la carte prices. Jack Rose Dining Saloon, 2007 18th St. NW. (202) 588-7388. jackrosediningsaloon.com. (Laura Hayes)
OH AND ALSO
Experimental rock act San Fermin plays 9:30 Club in support of its latest album, Belong, with opening act Low Roar. 7 p.m. at 815 V St. NW. $25.
DC9 hosts a night of Americana rock featuring sets from Parsonsfield and Animal Years. 9 p.m. at 1940 9th St. NW. $12.
Singer-songwriter Jillette Johnson plays a solo show at Songbyrd Music House. 8 p.m. at 2477 18th St. NW. $10–$12.
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