Jammin' Java
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Tonight: Rhett Miller and the Serial Lady Killers
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Old 97's frontman Rhett Miller's newest solo album, The Dreamer, drops tomorrow; he takes the stage at Jammin' Java. EuroAsiaShorts, mini filmfest opens at Goethe-Institut.
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Tonight: The Donkeys, Crystal Fighters, Our Vintage Film
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The Donkeys bring a bit of southern California to the District and London-based Crystal Fighters performs at Rock n Roll Hotel.
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Tonight: Reed Foehl brings his soul to Jammin' Java
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Around town: Americana-folk musician Reed Foehl brings his soulful piano ballads to a local coffee house, Art in the Twenty-First Century screens at the Hamiltonian, and soul-singer Nitanju performs at the Strathmore Mansion.
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Tonight: Seven years and 70,000 miles worth of songs
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Singer-songwriter Doug Levitt was inspired by Works Progress Administration–era projects. "I thought that maybe I could set out on the road and write songs and stories largely about folks struggling to get by," he says.
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This weekend's concerts: Release Me!
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It's not quite spring yet, but there are a ton of new-release shows this weekend, proving that the album isn't dead yet — or, at least, that it doesn't take much to get bands to throw a party.
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Good for the Jews to save Judaism on Christmas Eve
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At Jammin' Java, joy will once again be part of the Jewish experience, promises the group's singer.
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Weekend events: DC Record Fair, India.Arie, Masscult, Letters to the President
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Aside from figuring out your Halloween costume, here are some weekend picks!
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PBS’ Mr. Steve is coming to town
Mr. Steve, best known for his show on PBS Kid’s “Preschool Destination is headed to Jammin’ Java and Gordon Center this February.
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Russell Simmons, Sockets Showcase: Sarah Godfrey's picks, Jan. 10-16
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This week: Russell Simmons talks money and spirituality at Stroga, local record label Sockets hosts a showcase at Black Cat.
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'Slaves in Their Bonds', 'For Once in My Life': Ryan Kearney's picks, Jan. 3-9
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The Made in West/East Germany film series concludes at Goethe-Institut; Elizabeth and the Catapult play Jammin' Java.
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Good for the Jews at Jammin' Java
Adam Sandler isn't the only Jewish person who grew up wondering why there were no good Hanukkah songs.
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Ryan Kearney's picks, Dec. 20-26
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Sarah Godfrey's picks, Dec. 20-26
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Andrew Beaujon's picks, Dec. 13-19
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This week's highlights: Three killer Christmas shows and Liz Phair.
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The Green Room: Caravan of Thieves
This week's artist is Caravan of Thieves, who plays on Nov. 21 at Jammin' Java.
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