Dec
12
Thu
BRADLEY RHODES
Dec 12 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
BRADLEY RHODES

Melodime blends rock and roll, stunning piano melodies, and catchy guitar riffs with strong story-telling country roots and sing-along choruses.

Melodime, featuring Brad Rhodes (lead vocals, acoustic guitar), Sammy Duis (piano, organ, bass), Tyler Duis (drums), and Jon Wiley (bg vocals, guitar, mandolin, dobro), perform over a hundred shows annually throughout the continental United States, all while running a charity, ‘Now I Play Along Too,’ which provides musical instruments and lessons to underprivileged children.

Dec
13
Fri
BRUNO SOUND
Dec 13 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
BRUNO SOUND

With songs ranging in genre from anthem-esque ballads to danceable rock-reggae to straight up rock and roll, it’s no wonder Bruno de Lima-Campos finds it hard to pinpoint his music to one particular category. Having begun at age 11 with classical and flamenco lessons and gradually applying his teachings to the electric and steel string acoustic guitar, Bruno’s unique stylings truly have a sound all their own. After stints as a lead guitarist and songwriter for many acclaimed bands (most notably Crowded Streets, a Dave Matthews tribute band), Bruno decided it was time to give his fans a bigger taste of his personal musical journey, and thus, TheBrunoSound was born.

THE NEW ROMANCE
Dec 13 @ 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
THE NEW ROMANCE

The New Romance cranks out an incredible nonstop high-energy show that will leave you breathless. You’ll know every song, dance for hours and sing at the top of your lungs. Think of it as your favorite mix tape of the 80s coming to life! Since their inception, their focus is only playing the songs you know and love with stunning accuracy. Together the band has a wealth of experience in the music industry and entertainment world. So, grab your friends and join The Ultimate 80’s Tribute Band “The New Romance”! 

Dec
14
Sat
LAUREN SUMNER
Dec 14 @ 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
LAUREN SUMNER

Lauren is 25 years old and has been exploring her talents as a singer-songwriter/solo-performer in the DMV area for about 5 years. She has started her music career by playing acoustic gigs at local venues but has aspirations for more. While she plays an eclectic selection of original songs and popular covers, her passion in music is derived from the Blues.

Lauren grew up in Germantown, Maryland. She is influenced by musicians such as John Mayer, Eva Cassidy, Neil Young, Alicia Keys, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, etc…

She hopes to one day record her own album

VERTIGO RED
Dec 14 @ 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm
VERTIGO RED

Maryland’s premier party rock cover band covering a variety of music from 80’s retro favorites to today’s radio.

CRUSHING DAY
Dec 14 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
CRUSHING DAY

Since 1993, Crushing Day has been in the forefront of the Baltimore music scene. Though mainly concentrated in the Baltimore/Annapolis area, the band has traveled the East coast from Killington, VT to Key West, FL. Crushing Day has shared the stage with national acts, Puddle of Mudd, SR-71, DaDa, The Posies, Driven’ and Cryin’, Ace Freehley, Lita Ford, Child’s Play, Jimmie’s Chicken Shack, The Pat McGee Band, The Ravyns, and Dig.

Dec
15
Sun
GABE BADILLO OF CROWDED STREETS
Dec 15 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
GABE BADILLO OF CROWDED STREETS

Gabe Badillo (aka Gabs Matthews) is the focal point of the band. Drawing from years of experience on stage, his ability to emulate Dave’s vocals and stage presence is uncanny. When the spirit takes him, Gabe treats audience members to his spot-on renditions of Dave’s signature footwork and anecdotal stage chatter—all adding to the authenticity of the performance.

SHARIF
Dec 15 @ 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm
SHARIF

Sharif – who is currently earning his Masters at the Berklee College of Music – has made quite a name for himself on the touring front, vacillating from playing intimate solo acoustic shows of his original material to belting out cover tunes (from Rihanna’s “Disturbia” to Maroon 5’s “Won’t Go Home Without You” to Beastie Boys “Girls”) at biker bars to playing one of his favorite genres of music, oldies, at retirement centers (because he wants to, not because he has to) to corporate gigs for Gap and Amstel Light to opening for the likes of Jason Mraz, Kenny Loggins, Rhett Miller, Rusted Root, and Blake Shelton.

“Music consumes me,” explains Sharif, who has approximately 2,000 shows around the world under his belt. “I just love playing music, teaching music, learning more about music, and doing whatever I can to get there.”

Dec
17
Tue
ZAC QUINTANA
Dec 17 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
ZAC QUINTANA

Zac Quintana is a graduate of the Berklee College of music in Boston and has been playing guitar and singing for 30 years. Zac  crosses multiple genres with strong rhythm guitar playing and smooth vocals, delivering an upbeat musical experience for all ages throughout the D.C./VA area.

Dec
18
Wed
JULIA KASDORF
Dec 18 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
JULIA KASDORF

After years of performance being a bass sideman, and co-fronting popular Loudoun County, Virginia band, One Horse Town, Julia Kasdorf gives us her solo album, “Motel”. The 11 (8 original, 3 covers) acoustic guitar-driven songs show how deep and wide Julia’s musical experience has been. Solidly Americana, with gleams of Motown, “Motel” shows us what its like to grow up loving rock ‘n roll in a bluegrass household.

Recorded over the course of a year at studio in the woods, “Motel” pulls together everything that Julia loves about music – flat top guitar, driving rhythm, a little soul, and visceral songwriting. Julia produced her own album and invited local legends Jon Carroll, Lynn Kasdorf on pedal steel, Mike Ault, Buddy Dunlap, and Gary Ferguson to help bring her sound to the acetate. “Somethings didn’t quite work out, and I painted myself into a couple of corners. There were times when I absolutely didn’t know what to do and wished like heck I had a producer to tell me!” she acknowledges “but I picked the right musicians and “Motel” kicks *ss, just like I wanted it to.”

Julia feared that the weak point of the album might be her singing. With the help of Les “Nitty Gritty Dirt Band” Thompson, she got away from the kind of pushy delivery she’d developed playing live shows, and found a way to just let the words slip out like honey. Julia was surprised and gratified by the results, having unexpectedly discovered a new gentle subtlety in her voice. “I knew that in the process of making “Motel” I’d learn a lot about myself, about what I wanted to say, about how I wanted to say it. After all the music I’ve learned and absorbed over the years, I thought something pretty cool might happen.”

Dec
19
Thu
RYAN FORRESTER DUO
Dec 19 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
RYAN FORRESTER DUO
The Ryan Forrester Band will entertain with a
variety of covers – Motown to Top-40 blended
with Country & Rock.
Dec
20
Fri
BART HARRIS
Dec 20 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
BART HARRIS

Bart Harris is the lead singer/guitarist for the band JunkFood. He has also toured as a guest with Bret Michaels of the band Poison many times, playing the bass and singing harmonies. He previously played in bands that include Odd Reason, The Fifth and The Willys.

COVERT POP
Dec 20 @ 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
COVERT POP

We are Covert Pop, a 4-piece band based out of the Philadelphia area – a versatile band that can take any genre of music and play it with quality musicianship, energy and our very own unique Covert Pop vibe.  With Samantha’s wide ranging vocals, Matt’s versatile guitar playing, Chris’s smooth bass and Bob holding down the beat on drums, Covert Pop promises to keep you dancing ALL NIGHT LONG!  We cover most genres, including Classic and Modern Rock, Alternative, Pop, Hip Hop/R&B and Country.  We are leaving crowds around the area wanting more, and we cannot wait to see you at a show!

Dec
21
Sat
HALL VOTE
Dec 21 @ 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
HALL VOTE

Hall Vote is a singer songwriter out of Centreville, Virginia. He has developed a solo acoustic act where one might hear their favorite tune from the 60’s ,70s or 80s, but current hits are a must. Whatever the event or room, Hall can reproduce many of the songs that you may or may not expect to hear that night. His experience allows a professional performance to happen each time!

SUPER BUENO
Dec 21 @ 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm
SUPER BUENO

Super Bueno is a pop and rock act from the Baltimore area. Available as a duo, trio or four piece, Super Bueno can be tailor made to fit any venue, any situation. With a wide range of songs covering parts of six decades, their set list is eclectic and engaging. With a little something for everyone, from popular classic rock and country fare, to modern dance music, and even a little heavy metal thrown in for good measure, nothing is off limits.

VT & THE CREW
Dec 21 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
VT & THE CREW

With 3 decades of musical talent, VT & THE CREW is a multi-talented, high-energy, five-piece band with a fusion of soul, funk, R&B, Jazz, Rock, Blues & Pop. Based in the DC, MD, VA area, the band is available for all occasions – weddings, birthdays, cookouts, corporate events and more.

Dec
22
Sun
JOSH SOWDER
Dec 22 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
JOSH SOWDER

Josh Sowder is a solo artist/singer/songwriter with a wide variety of music, playing genres from the 1950s to the 2000s.

BRITTON JAMES
Dec 22 @ 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm
BRITTON JAMES

As a recent college graduate, Britton pursues his dreams of writing, playing, teaching, recording, and producing music. He continues to write songs on his guitar, he plays weekly in the Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland area; he teaches at a music school for kids called Bach to Rock, he records music at his home studio as well as his great friend Andrew Dunbar’s home studio, and produces his music there as well. Britton writes about relationships with his loved ones, nature (especially the weather), and his hardships. He’s hoping to write songs that relate to many people and impact them in a positive way.

Dec
24
Tue
MARK SCOTT
Dec 24 @ 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm
MARK SCOTT

Mark’s approach to classic/modern acoustic music is simple: Play fun, iconic cover songs that people love and do it well. Mark brings life to any venue and every event with popular greats like the Beatles, Foo Fighters, Tom Petty, and Oasis. And, of course, there are those catchy fun beach favorites from the likes of Jimmy Buffett and Kenny Chesney.

Dec
26
Thu
JON FRITZ
Dec 26 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
JON FRITZ

JON FRITZ has been performing live since he was 16 years old in Barrington, New Jersey. His musical journey has taken him from New York to Los Angeles & Key West to Austin. Jon also lived and played music in South America for 10 years and in the early 2000s had the lead role in both “Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” and “Jesus Christ Superstar” at West Virginia University. He has recorded six albums of original music and has charted three songs on the radio. A veteran of the Washington DC area music scene since 1996, Jon plays a variety of popular music covering great tunes from Elvis Presley to Incubus and everything in between.