By Shaun Walters

It might be January, but it’s always summer vibes and good times with Magic City Hippies. Hailing from Miami, the trio first started playing music together as part of the Robby Hunter Band in 2013. With groovy vibes and a poolside feel, they went on to form Magic City Hippies in 2015 with their debut EP, Hippie Castle. This marked the breakout of their career, with hits like “Limestone” and “Fanfare” receiving millions of streams. The band went on to tour, performing at festivals like Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits, bringing their house party vibe to thousands of fans.

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by Lydia Hurley

In search of an upbeat Friday night jam sesh to catch a break from finals? Join Turnover when they come to the 9:30 club to debut their newest album on December 16. Rock bands Riki and Video Age are the opening acts, setting the stage for a great night to share their discography.

Turnover is a rock band from Virginia Beach that formed in 2009. The band released their first self-titled album, aptly named Turnover, two years later in 2011. Turnover then signed to Run for Cover Records in 2012 and have toured several times throughout the last several years, alongside with bands such as Light Years, Diamond Youth, and Ivy League.

by Sydney Nauman
My first experience at Rams Head Live was an unforgettable one. As I entered the dimly lit venue, I could feel the infectious energy radiating off of fans as they anxiously waited for the show to start.

The first of three openers almost immediately generated audience interaction with attendees forming mosh pits and crowd surfing. My expectations for the rest of the night remained high after seeing this instantly untamed audience reaction, however as the night’s performances continued, the audience’s energy plummeted.

By Sydney Nauman
“D.C. I freaking love you,” shouted Sloan Struble, frontman of the indie-pop group Dayglow, while gazing in pure amazement at the roaring crowd surrounding him. Struble gave one of the most fun and heartfelt performances I have ever experienced. He left audience members filled with so much euphoria and energy that it was hard to say goodbye.

Dayglow performed for a packed 9:30 Club in Washington D.C. on Nov. 14 and 15 after selling out both shows. A second performance at the venue had to be added to the tour just to accommodate the influx of fans trying to get tickets - and it’s clear why. The band’s infectious, high-spirited energy created a carefree environment which made it impossible not to dance along to their set.

By Sydney Nauman

The indie pop/rock group Harbour will be “swimming in your head” when they arrive at DC9 Nightclub on Dec. 4, following the release of their new single.

Harbour is currently touring in the U.S. with indie pop artist Wingtip and opener Lisa Heller, their third stop being Washington D.C. With an already sold out show and the simple yet effective statement, “Let’s have some fun,” on the band’s tour page, Harbour sets expectations high for an unforgettable night.

Looking for a smashing Saturday evening? Well get ready, on November 19th the English-born- American alternative musician, Bartees Strange will seize the stage of the 9:30 Club at 7:00 pm. Unlike the usual alternative artist, Strange was trained in opera as a child, perhaps due to the career of his mother. Growing up in Oklahoma Strange felt constricted by his identity, however, his mother had another plan. Strange and his siblings stepped up to the stage and began touring with the Oklahoma City Circuit Opera Company, performing at church services, festivals, and school events.

By Johanna Colmer

The alternative rock band Pretty Sick is coming to DC9 Nightclub, a popular live music venue located in Washington D.C.

The band is currently touring the U.S. for the first time on “The Makes Me Sick Tour," appropriately named after their recently released debut album,. The band will make their stop at DC9 on November 18th, with the group Mitsubishi Suicide as the opening musical performance.

Shot by Daryl Perry

Quarters of Change, Last Dinosaurs and Bad Suns performed at Baltimore Soundstage on Oct. 23, 2022. Bad Suns is currently on tour for their fourth studio album, Apocalypse Whenever. The Baltimore show was vibrant—each band putting on an impressive set that got the audience cheering.

by Katarina Hein

Baton Rouge formed band Better Than Ezra will be lighting up the Lincoln Theater on October 28th at 8:00 pm.

The 1990 revolution of alternative rock came with major slipping and cessation of the limelight. Breaking out of the epidemic of one-hit wonders and mediocre albums, Better Than Ezra worked to prove they were more than an overnight sensation. Their claim to fame was “Deluxe,” their first nationally-distributed album which carried their #1 Billboard hit “Good.” The album, originally created using ragged recording techniques in a home studio, stayed true to the band's heavy guitar-driven melodies and introduced their standard style of emotional conveyance. Through increased word of mouth and touring exposure, Better Than Ezra gained power through the people.