Apr 08
Grand Blanc – “L’amour Fou” By: Jesse Benitez Music has never not been a form of breaking away for me. Even more so now, that I’m at home with my family during the pandemic, the power of escapism is one reason we turn to artists during times like these. I’ve found myself scrolling through my phone …
Oct 22
By: Jesse Benitez On Tuesday, September 17th, 2019, New York based saxophonist, Owen Broder, took the stage with his ensemble in Georgetown’s hidden gem, The Blues Alley. Broder and his group captivated D.C. jazz enthusiasts by celebrating the 60th anniversary of Back to Back (1959) and Side by Side (1959), two incredibly phenomenal recordings by some …
Oct 21
By: Jesse Benitez On Thursday, September 5th, 2019, indie grunge band, Touch the Buffalo, performed a powerful set in Washington, D.C. on U Street’s Velvet Lounge. Sharing the stage with three other bands, Touch the Buffalo closed the night off with tunes from their latest album release, Heart Is For (2019). Not only do these …