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Music

Tyler, the Creator turns over a new leaf with “Flower Boy”

By Ali Almutairi · Monday, Aug. 7, 2017

Tyler, The Creator has made a unique name for himself in the hip-hop scene. Since starting out in 2009 with the critically-lauded mixtape “Bastard,” he’s captured the attention of audiences with his signature coarse vocals, offbeat lyrics and eccentric concepts.

Regina Spektor and Ben Folds performed a special one-off show together in Virginia

By Griffin Rowell · Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2017

On July 26 songwriting and indie-pop geniuses, Ben Folds and Regina Spektor, treated the audience at the Filene Center at Wolf Trap.

Echosmith returns with their new single "Goodbye".

Echosmith returns with a new sound, strong single

By Meghan Howie · Sunday, July 30, 2017

Echosmith debuted with a fresh sound in their new single, “Goodbye” on July 11, followed a music video on July 14.

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Clams Casino has Reached New Heights with “Instrumental Mixtape 4”

By Michael Valenti | July 29

“Instrumental Mixtape 4,” has listeners fully submerged in a world of deep bass and hard drums so they lose track of time as the nebulous harmonies take them away.

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Fleet Foxes and Animal Collective to perform joint show Saturday

By Griffin Rowell | July 24

Beloved indie folk band, Fleet Foxes, will stop at Merriweather Post Pavilion July 29 with the psychedelic, experimental pop Baltimore band Animal Collective. The Fleet Foxes returned earlier this year with their first album in six years, “Crack Up,” in addition to a lengthy tour.

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HAIM has “Something To Tell You” with elevated lyrics

By Emily Martin | July 23

The all-female trio HAIM strikes gold again with “Something To Tell You,” a pure pop album released on July 7.

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June shaped up to be the month of girl power

By Meghan Howie | July 20

June is the month of new releases, and it’s shaping up to be all about girl power. From veteran singers Katy Perry and Halsey to newcomer Lorde, these women are out to teach fans about women power in the world while each maintaining their unique vibes.

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Mitski made listening about the sadness of life, fun at her sold-out DC show.

By Griffin Rowell | July 14

The Japanese-born indie rocker played a tight, emotional set at 9:30 Club.

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Album Review: “LANY” by LANY

By Emily Von Urff | July 13

The alt-band’s first release brings groovy vibes and romantic nostalgia.

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Concert Preview: Gorillaz

By Griffin Rowell | July 13

The dynamic, genre blending group comes to Merriweather Post Pavilion on July 15.

Pictured: Jackson Browne recording “Running On Empty” at Merriweather in 1977, Willie Nelson with President Jimmy Carter on stage at Merriweather in 1980, Father John Misty opening for The Decemberists at Merriweather in 2015, and Grace Potter performing at the Merryland Festival at Merriweather in 2016. Photos courtesy of Merriweather Post Pavilion, Dave Barnhouser 13th Hour Photography and Richie Downs. Grace Potter’s Photo by Richie Downs, and Father John Misty’s Photo by Dave Barnhouser 13th Hour Photography.

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A look back on the Merriweather Post Pavilion’s 50-year history

By Griffin Rowell | July 10

The legendary Baltimore area concert venue will celebrate its birthday with a star-studded July 15 show.

The Eagle's top contenders for songs of the summer.

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Turn up the heat: battle for 2017 song of the summer

By Emily Von Urff | June 29

Who will have the chart-topping, party-hopping single of the season?

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The White Man’s Burden: One Love Manchester concert exemplifies white savior complex

By Leanna Faulk | June 27

How these concerts play a role in promoting the white savior complex

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Album Review: “Ti Amo” by Phoenix

By Dilpreet Raju | June 21

Pop and summer coincide in the French alt group’s newest album

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Concert Review: Royal Blood

By Griffin Rowell | June 10

The English rockers played to a sold out 9:30 Club crowd

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Unpopular opinion: I hate Lana Del Rey

By Melany Rochester | June 7

A critique of Lana Del Rey’s lyrics and singing ability

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Concert Preview: Feist

By Griffin Rowell | June 1

Feist, the acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter, is back with her first solo album in more than six years. She will be playing dates throughout the summer, including a stop at Washington, D.C.’s Lincoln Theatre June 7 and 8.

Mastodon, a Grammy-nominated metal band, will perform at the Fillmore on May 2.

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Concert Preview: Mastodon

By Griffin Rowell | April 25

The heavy metal titans take the Fillmore on May 2nd

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Album Review: “Pure Comedy” by Father John Misty

By Maddi Cole | April 24

It’s been two years since we’ve heard new music from Father John Misty, the persona created by Josh Tillman in an attempt to further his creative expression.

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Concert Review: Red Hot Chili Peppers

By Dilpreet Raju | April 20

The Red Hot Chili Peppers paid a visit to a sold-out Verizon Center on April 12, putting on a show celebrating a majority of the band’s discography.

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