Maeve McDermott
Eagle Staff Writer
Articles by Maeve McDermott
Chiddy Bang, Hoodie Allen to play Tavern on Saturday
November 14, 2012
Rappers Chiddy Bang and Hoodie Allen will perform in the Tavern on Saturday, hosted by the Student Government’s Student Media Board.
Fun, folksy concerts around the District that parents will love
October 18, 2012
The concert gods were smiling on AU’s Parents’ Weekend this year, boasting a weekend full of family-friendly singer-songwriters.
Seven days of concerts to explore D.C.‘s most popular music venues
August 29, 2012
From Swedish post-punk to boy-band R&B, explore the city with a week of live music.
Consumer Report: The Scene’s guide to the best AU has to offer
August 22, 2012
The Scene gives you a helping hand in finding the campus’ best spots.
WVAU to host Dan Deacon for free show
April 17, 2012
AU college radio station WVAU is hosting electronic musician Deacon’s return to D.C. at Comet Ping Pong on April 27 as part of their Capital Punishment concert series.
Concert Pick of the Week: Crystal Stilts/Widowspeak
April 10, 2012
April 14 show at the Rock and Roll Hotel features a garage pop double feature.
Preview: Feed Me with Teeth and Kill the Noise at 9:30 club
April 2, 2012
Feed Me with Teeth who have the potential to rise above the crowded EDM scene will play at 9:30 on Sunday, April 8.
TV Pick: Mad Men
April 2, 2012
After a long break due to legal squabbles, Mad Men makes a triumphant return.
SUB to bring Gym Class Heroes to AU on March 24
March 6, 2012
Student Union Board to bring radio-friendly rockers to campus for their first show of the semester.
Concert pick of the week: White Rabbits/ Tennis @ Black Cat, March 7
March 6, 2012
Indie rockers team up for this week’s best ticket.
Oscars wax nostalgic, recognizing tradition over modern film scores
February 28, 2012
The Oscars’ misty-eyed sentimentality left no room for recognizing many of the more modern scores featured this year.
Show previews
February 21, 2012
From political punk rockers to spoken-word virtuosos, here’s a sneak peak of some of the shows The Eagle will cover in the coming months.
Odd Future, Nicki Minaj, Kanye West among spring’s most anticipated albums
January 31, 2012
The Scene’s two least/most anticipated rap albums of spring and hints on how to avoid them.
This February, cheaper concerts in smaller places around D.C.
January 24, 2012
Students on a budget can skip expensive shows and check out some of D.C.‘s cheaper venues.
Upcoming shows at the 9:30 club
November 15, 2011
D.C.’s own 9:30 club was just named America’s Top Club by Billboard. Catch one of these end-of-the-year shows at 9:30.
Math-rockers Battles fight the good fight at 9:30 club, perform entire show without lead singer
November 1, 2011
The Battles played at the 9:30 club on Oct. 30.
9:30 Club previews
October 17, 2011
Cyndi Lauper, Dr. John, Mat Kearney, St. Vincent and more will make stops at the 9:30 club in the coming weeks.
Tune-Yards sell out back-to-back shows at the Black Cat
October 16, 2011
Merrill Garbus attracted hoards of adoring fans to her two-show stop in D.C.
KPU to bring R&B star John Legend to Bender
October 11, 2011
R & B singer John Legend is making his ‘wonk’ debut on Oct. 22 during All-American weekend.
Christopher Owens, Girls create ‘magic’ for audience at 9:30 club
September 27, 2011
The indie rock band Girls attempts to attract fans at a deeper level, starting with a show at the 9:30 club.
Boys dominate show schedule at 9:30 club this fall music season
September 27, 2011
The 9:30 club is hosting various all male music groups this season.
Cult classic ‘The Room’ draws fans to E Street Cinema for midnight screening, Q&A with star
September 20, 2011
Last weekend, E Street Cinema took a break from screening their normal fare of critically acclaimed indie films to show what’s been called “the Citizen Kane of bad movies” — “The Room.”
AU A Cappella Groups
September 20, 2011
Get to know AU’s singing groups: Dime a Dozen, Treble in Paradise, Blends with Benefits and On A Sensual Note.
Fans get ‘hysterical’ for Clap Your Hands Say Yeah at 9:30 club
September 20, 2011
“Indie’s first buzzband” generates buzz by playing plenty of old material for the predominantly-30 something crowd.
Going out: D.C. arts events for the week of Aug. 31
August 29, 2011
Welcome Week is over, and, with the start of classes, comes your chance to start exploring the city. The D.C. fall arts season is just beginning, so take advantage of the best concerts, plays and other arts events D.C. has to offer this week.
Consumer Reports: The best AU has to offer
August 22, 2011
Ever wondered where to get the best coffee on campus? How about the best place to crack a book without being interrupted? Or maybe you’re a health-food nut, looking for a way to avoid TDR’s mac & cheese on a Wednesday afternoon? Whatever you’re looking for, The Scene has picked out the best of the best.
D.C. hosts indie staples, buzz bands this September
August 22, 2011
The Scene brings you a guide to the must-see shows going on in D.C. this fall.
WVAU DJs give late-night radio an ‘edge’
August 22, 2011
WVAU, located in MGC 256, brings you live DJs seven days a week. Here are a few to listen up for.
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