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It’s hard to keep track of Beverly frontwoman Frankie Rose. The Brooklyn-based drummer and vocalist has manned the kit for a slew of buzzy bands like Vivian Girls, Dum Dum Girls, and Crystal Stilts, in addition to releasing a trio of solid solo records. But no matter Rose’s project of the moment, she sticks close to a retro sound that pairs ’60s girl-group harmonies with hazy lo-fi riffs—and with Beverly, Rose totally masters this vintage formula. The duo, which features Rose on the drums and Drew Citron on guitar, is part gritty garage rock, part harmony-driven pop, and all uber-catchy hooks. Read more >>> Beverly performs with Expert Alterations at 8 p.m. at the Black Cat Backstage, 1811 14th St. NW. $10. (202) 667-4490. blackcatdc.com. (Carey Hodges)
EAT THIS
TaKorean opens its new location in Navy Yard with limited hours today and tomorrow. The grand opening is Monday (it will be closed over the weekend), but stop by today and get three tacos for the discounted price of $7. The fast-casual restaurant will serve Korean-style tacos, slaw bowls, and rice bowls, with a choice of proteins (like bulgogi or hoisin tofu), sauces, and slaws. To drink, try one of three beers on tap, soju, or sake. Read more about the new shop on Young & Hungry. TaKorean, 1212 4th St. SE. takorean.com. (Jessica Sidman)
OH AND ALSO
Indie pop trio Wildcat Wildcat performs at DC9 with North Carolina instrumentalist Marley Carroll. 9 p.m. at 1940 9th St. NW. $12.
Australian pop group Miniature Tigers plays a live set at U Street Music Hall with the Griswolds and Great Good Fine Okay. 9 p.m. at 1115 U St. NW. $15.
The Howard Theatre and Majic 102.3 present an R&B Revue with performances by Christopher Williams, Force MD’s, Glenn Jones, and Jeff Redd. 8 p.m. at 620 T St. NW. $30–$65.
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