FIVE THINGS TO DO IN DC IN FALL 2016
The Nation’s Capital and its suburbs has a jam-packed schedule of goings on for Fall 2016. From the opening of a long-awaited museum to entertaining seasonal events and hotly-anticipated gigs for global music superstars on tour, here’s five of the best events in the region over the next few months.
Visiting The National Museum of African American History and Culture
The latest-to-open museum in the Smithsonian’s collection opens on September 24 with significant fanfare that includes a three-day music festival. However, weekend passes are not available again until December 4, so we advise possibly waiting until the winter to snap up one of the passes that will be available on a first-come and first serve basis during the week at 9:15 AM. From Michael Jackson’s fedora to numerous key artifacts from the civil rights struggle and so much more, the museum is the only national museum totally devoted to the story of African-Americans and likely to be the National Mall’s most must-see location of Fall/Winter 2016.
Field of Screams – September 30 – November 5
For just over a month, there’s a field in Olney, MD that’s transformed from forest land to a Halloween attraction that won a 2014 A& E competition for the best Haunted House Design/Build. Field of Screams features four main attractions, including a 3D haunted house, plus fifteen bonfires, zombies, the “Trail of Terror,” and a menu including smores, fried Twinkies, Fried Oreos and more. If you’re not at peak freakout, there’s also Field of Screams’ sister venue “Scream City” which holds both an “Exorcism Estate” and “Slaughter Factory” near the DC Armory and RFK Stadium in Southeast DC.
Sia at Verizon Center – October 19
Get “Cheap Thrills,” but don’t “Bang Your Head” while swinging from a “Chandelier” when Sia comes to town at the Verizon Center on October 19. Yes, we’re well aware that the singer now notorious for hiding her face during live appearances won’t exactly be easy to see during her concert, but her hits are so undeniable that it might not matter. “Cheap Thrills” has been a Billboard #1 single in six countries in 2016, so that’s the performance you want to see, but if you’re looking for a dance party, it’s her songs produced by the likes of David Guetta, Axwell and more that are certain to get you to sticking around and up on your feet!
Maryland Renaissance Festival – Every weekend through October 23
Everybody likes taking a trip back to 16th century Europe, right? That’s exactly what has happened in Crownsville, MD for the past 40 years as everything from turkey legs and fair maidens to jousting and well, a very true-to-life take on village living during King Henry VIII’s rule of England. As far as what’s best to do at Renaissance Fest 2016? We’ll suggest either getting active in axe throwing, play acting and maybe hanging out at the White Hart Tavern. Or choose to go all out and rent a costume to enjoy the jousting tournament, Shakespeare’s As You Like It, and more. Either way, it’s a quality afternoon and well worth the trip.
Porter Robinson and Madeon at Echostage – November 10 AND November 16
The must-see event of EDM’s fall and winter months is the co-headlining tour by young melodic kingpins Porter Robinson and Madeon. The two have collaborated on “Shelter,” a single released just-in-time for their string of nationwide gigs together. In the past, both Porter and Madeon have expressed how much they love playing at Echostage. WIth recent improvements to the venue’s already impressive laser light show and LED technology, one can expect that the already impressive stage shows for the DJ/production tandem’s previous tours could be elevated to another level here.
How Lil Wayne Changed The Music Industry Forever
With three tweets on September 3, Lil Wayne announced what may be his retirement from recording music. In believing his announcement to be based in truth, it’s time to acknowledge why he’s easily one of popular music’s most game-changing artists and likely to get a ton of spins at Decades. In taking rap music from being driven by the radio, pop charts and concerts to being pushed by the internet and the club, he opened the door for the future of music and changed the industry forever.
There’s video footage of Lil Wayne getting turnt in New York City nightclubs at the age of 13. Southern rap broke all of the industry’s established rules, but in Lil Wayne being signed to Cash Money at 13 and earning millions of dollars as a rapper by 16 by being featured on Juvenile’s “Back Dat Azz Up,” B.G.’s “Bling Bling” and releasing his own single “Tha Block Is Hot,” Lil Wayne arguably broke them best. Weezy was already well along his way to iconic status long before he could vote, drink or drive. However, let’s be clear that part of what makes Wayne a superstar is that it’s highly likely he was already doing two of the three activities listed long before his 18th birthday.
By the time Wayne was 21, he was four albums and 11 released singles into his solo career and releasing the Mannie Fresh-produced single “Go D.J.,” which was his second top 10 rap release. Between 2005-2008, Wayne’s output continued to be significant to the point where amazingly enough, he had sold nearly 10 million singles without ever having any of them crack Billboard’s Top 10.
Between the release of his albums The Carter II and The Carter III, Wayne released seven internet-only mixtapes. The thus appropriately nicknamed “Mixtape Weezy” released some 150 tracks on non-mainstream album material in three years, songs that became classics to a new generation of music consumers who were more likely to download music on the internet for free than to purchase an album in a retail store. Amazingly enough, Wayne’s biggest selling album was 2008’s The Carter III, the one that came after his mixtape-driven hiatus, but as a testament to his internet-driven fame, it’s only sold just under four million copies since its release.
Prior to Lil Wayne’s success, one could look to a rap artist’s own albums and find all of their most iconic moments. However, Wayne’s mold-breaking extends to here as well, as he’s unquestionably the king of the “guest appearance on another rapper or DJ’s club hit or remix.”
From 1999’s already discussed “Back Dat Azz Up” and “Bling Bling” to DJ Khaled’s “I’m So Hood,” “I’m On One,” and “We Takin’ Over,” Chris Brown’s “Look At Me Now,” will i. am and Britney Spears’ “Scream And Shout,” Fat Joe’s “Make It Rain” and Jay Sean’s “Down,” Lil Wayne has always appeared to be an artist who had multiple hit songs everywhere at the same time. As well, it always appeared as if these singles were all aimed at being as supremely turnt up in the club as humanly possible. In fact, if you head out to Decades soon, we’re quite certain that in the club’s hip-hop friendly room that you’ll be hearing all of these aforementioned hits, possibly sometimes one after the other.
In looking at the future of where rap is headed, it’s possible that the success of artists like Wayne’s protege Drake and Chicago-based star Chance the Rapper is directly related to what Lil Wayne accomplished. Drake’s 2015-released collaborative album with Future was originally released as an internet-only mixtape, and is filled to the brim with club-ready heaters. Also, Chance the Rapper does not have a mainstream record deal, and the idea that he’s ONLY wanting to put out free internet mixtapes has made Grammy change it’s tune about nominating and awarding music that’s been released for free.
Whether or not Wayne returns is anyone’s best guess. However, his legacy is absolute and certainly worthy of celebration.
On that note, Decades is opening soon.
Elvis Crespo: 8.6.16 at Echostage
DCClubbing Presents
Elvis Crespo
Live in Concert
Saturday August 6, 2016 | Doors 9:00pm | Ages 18+
Echostage • 2135 Queens Chapel Rd NE • Washington, DC
VIP and Venue Information – 202.503.2330
The Suavemente Elvis Crespo is making his Echostage debut on Saturday August 6!
PLAN B: 01.27.17 LIVE at Echostage
DCCLUBBING PRESENTS:
PLAN B
Live at Echostage
Friday January 27, 2016 | Doors 9:00pm | Ages 18+
Echostage • 2135 Queens Chapel Rd NE • Washington, DC
VIP and Venue Information – 202.503.2330
Straight from Puerto Rico. Plan B makes their return to Echostage in Washington DC on Friday January 27! Tickets on sale now!
Plan B is a Puerto Rican Reggaeton duo, consisting of Chencho (real name Orlando Javier Valle Vega, born in Guayama, Puerto Rico) and Maldy (Edwin Vázquez Vega, born in Guayama, Puerto Rico).
In 2002 they rose to fame, and released their first studio album, called El Mundo Del Plan B: Los Que La Montan. It featured collaborations with Daddy Yankee, Speedy, Rey Pirin, Great Kilo, Guelo Star, and other artists and producers. Chencho and Maldy are both producers, Chencho has his own record label by the name plagio of Chencho Records, Maldy has Maldy Records. They released their second album in 2005 called Los Nenes Del Blin Blin. Maldy’s album, released in 2007, was named Reggaeton De Markesina. The duo released their third album in 2010 called House of Pleasure and released singles from the album such as “Si No Le Contesto” and Es Un Secreto. Finally the duo released their fourth album in 2014 called Love and Sex and worked with artists like Alexis & fido, J Alvarez, Tego Calderon, Zion y Lennox and Amaro.
See Plan B perform LIVE at Echostage on Friday January 27!
Alesso: 9.4.16 at Echostage
DCClubbing Presents
Alesso
Sunday September 4, 2016 | Doors 9:00pm | Ages 18+
Echostage • 2135 Queens Chapel Rd NE • Washington, DC
VIP and Venue Information – 202.503.2330
Fall Concerts in DC
End-of-Summer blues? We all have it, but the Fall music lineup is definitely going to cheer you up. Don’t get us wrong – Summer concerts are awesome, but the Fall ones are taking the music scene to a new level. Don’t believe us? Pshh…
Blues Traveler
When: Friday, September 11
Where: Fillmore Silver Spring
Tickets: $38 through Ticketmaster
Blues Traveler may be physically smaller than when he first started out, but his vocal reach and harmonica talent is not. And the Fillmore in Silver Spring is a great place to get the run around up close and personal.
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Life in Color
When: Saturday, September 12
Where: RFK Stadium
Tickets:$65 through Ticketmaster
Man, where do we start with this one. We could begin with the lineup, which includes bass favorites Adventure Club and Seven Lions as headliners. Or we could talk about the fact that it’s the East Coast’s largest paint party. But honestly? You should just trust us when we say buy a ticket and get ready to have an insane time. We suggest wearing an all-white ensemble that’ll get dyed while dancing so you can show it off at future shows.
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Madonna
When: Saturday, September 12
Where: Verizon Center
Tickets: $55-$200 depending on where you choose to sit, tickets are still available through Ticketmaster
This woman REFUSES TO QUIT. And that is not meant to be a slight at her because the more she does, the more she amazes. It’s your chance to see the queen of pop and reinvention at the Verizon Center for what’s sure to be an incredible show. Yeah, we said it. Don’t be a hater. We dare you to rock tights and a leotard on an arena stage when you’re pushing 60.
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Echoversary
When: Friday, September 18 – Saturday, September 19
Where: Really?
Tickets: $30 per show, but if you want to go to both it’s only $50 for a joint ticket (via Wantickets).
For three years this place has been on the forefront of bringing EDM to the nation’s capital, and for three years it has succeeded in doing that and then some. Named the #2 club in the country and #18 in the WORLD, Echostage continues to bring epic acts and amazing shows of all kinds to the DMV. Two nights worth of celebrating isn’t enough, in our opinion.
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Ed Sheeran
When:Tuesday, September 22 – Wednesday, September 23
Where:Verizon Center
Tickets: $90 via Ticketmaster (if they haven’t sold out already)
The soft spoken, sweet talking Irishman himself is going to be in DC for 2 days! Just thinking out loud here, but you should go.
GET IT? But seriously. Go.
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J Balvin
with special guest Becky G
When: Saturday, October 3
Where: Echostage
Tickets:Ticketmaster has a few left for $42 and change
Put some latin flavor in your Fall music journey with J Balvin and Becky G. As we said before, “J Balvin is known for beat-heavy performances that feature a troupe of talented female backup dancers, and his high-energy renditions of fan favorites like ‘Tranquila’ and ‘Yo Te Lo Dije’ always get fans moving!” Get ready to get down, mi amigos.
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Weekend in the Country
When: Saturday, October 3 – Sunday, October 4
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion
Tickets: $55-$75 but apparently sold out
For you country lovers out there, this is your mecca. It’s also probably the best way to send-off the Summer as Merriweather is the epitome of Summer music celebrations and this marks the end of their 2015 season. If you were lucky enough to grab a ticket before they sold out, it’s time break out the cornhole, pack your your travel grill, and put all your favorite tailgate drinks on ice, because this weekend will be one for the books.
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Ricky Martin
When: Friday, October 9
Where: EagleBank Arena (formerly Patriot Center)
Tickets: $66 via Ticketmaster, but prices appear to be going up.
It’s been a long time since she banged, but the songs are still pulling crowds! Gotta give credit to the guy who knows what made him famous and is still willing to capitalize on it (and poke a little fun at himself in the process). For instance: The “Livin La Vida Loca Meet and Greet Package” is in existence along side the “Shake Your Bon-Bon Party Package”. Well done, Ricky.
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Marc Anthony & Carlos Vives
When: Sunday, October 11
Where: EagleBank Arena
Tickets: $78 via Ticketmaster
YEAH. This guy. He’s still kicking. And not just kicking – the actor, dancer, and [obviously] singer still proves he can put on a great show. This time, he’s performing alongside Carlos Vives – a long time friend and fellow performer who’s vocal stylings will get you up and at ’em.
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Disclosure
When: Wednesday, October 21 – Thursday, October 22
Where: Echostage
Tickets: The second night’s show is $45 via Ticketmaster but they’re SUPER close to selling out
In case you hadn’t heard: Disclosure is great. So great, in fact, that a second show had to be added to accommodate for the demand. They initially gained mainstream popularity thanks to a collaboration with Sam Smith on “Latch” and did it once again with the recent “Omen”. Their cool, soulful electronic vibes are everything right now. Odds are both shows will sell out before you finish reading this post, so get on it.
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Chainsmokers
When: Halloween!
Where: Echostage
Tickets: Just $25 through Wantickets
Honestly – and we aren’t just saying this because it’s Echostage and we love it – Halloween + Echostage = Spectacular. Take a venue where some of the greatest shows have come to life and combine it with one of the most colorful and crazy holidays of the year? Have mercy. AND Chainsmokers are there with a crazy tour lineup? I need to sit down. At a computer. To buy tickets.
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Cedric Gervais
When: Thursday, November 5
Where: Soundcheck
Tickets: $20-25 via Wantickets
Can you think of a better cure for your Summertime sadness than an Echo-favorite playing the intimate, new, high-tech studio sound club on K street? We can’t either. If you haven’t found time to check out the new spot, Soundcheck, this night is definitely the time to do so.
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The Weeknd
When: Sunday, November 15
Where: Verizon Center
Tickets: Start at $50 on Ticketmaster
If you haven’t heard of the Weeknd, it’s time to crawl out from the rock you’ve been living under and pay attention: this Canadian born artist began his career at the peak of the YouTube generation after dropping his mixtapes online back in 2011. Obviously, said mixtapes were FIRE because he’s now selling out the Verizon Center this November. His Beauty Behind the Madness tour will more than likely feature the recent radio-favorite hits “The Hills” and “Can’t Feel My Face”, take a listen if you’ve managed not to yet.
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Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness
with New Politics, the Griswolds, and LoLo
When: Tuesday, November 17
Where: Echostage
Tickets:$38 and change through Ticketmaster
Andrew McMahon is an inspiration. You’ve probably heard some of his musical influence courtesy of Jack’s Mannequin back in the day, but he has made a name for himself all on his own thanks to a few Emmy nods and a heartfelt song written for his new baby girl Cecilia about the impermanence of life (did we mention he beat cancer?) and his vow to protect her. We’ll give you a minute to gather yourself –sniff-theyrejustallergies-sniff– before you buy a ticket.
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Still a non-believer? This is only a fraction of what the Fall music scene has to offer. Head over to our friends at Club Glow and Echostage to see even MORE shows coming to you this fall (and get a head start on your Winter plans as well).
Spring Concerts in DC
It’s Springtime in DC.
That means Cherry Blossoms, warmer temperatures [FINALLY], and most importantly: major concerts and festivals that will gear you up for the serious summertime lineups. Here is your guide to the best shows the DMV has to offer this season. Whether it’s the shows at Echostage, the outdoor mega concerts at Jiffy Lube Live, or the festivals at Merriweather Post Pavillion and the Pimlico Race Track — the DMV’s got it all. We’ve scouted some of the best gigs here, so if you want to grab seats for one of these must see concerts you better think fast, tickets are already on sale or nearly sold out for just about everything listed!
Eric Prydz
When: May 22, 2015
Where: Echostage
Tickets: Wantickets ($40)
Bottle Service: Tables@echostage.com | 202.503.2331
Eric Prydz is an Echostage veteran who knows how to put on a great show. He rocked NYE 2014, and in that year of shows, it was arguably one of the biggest. He returns this May to play for those of you who would are partying locally Memorial Day weekend, and he will not disappoint.
Dave Matthews Band
When: May 23, 2015
Where: Jiffy Lube Live
Tickets:Live Nation ($54- $102)
The Dave Matthews Band will be back on the road again this year, kicking off a sprawling summer trek through North America. If that fact in and of itself isn’t awesome enough, the group will also be performing two full sets each night. That’s right: TWO. One electric, one acoustic. A very special evening indeed, because these shows are going to feature both the career-spanning music you already know and love as well as a few new and unique songs each night.
Sweetlife Festival
When: May 30-31, 2015
Where: Merriweather Post Pavillion
Tickets:One Day ($97.50-$225) Two Day ($175-$350)
Sweetlife Festival announced a 2-day festival, featuring over 22 hours of music and more than 25 of our favorite artists like Calvin Harris, Kendrick Lamar, Charli XCX, Billy Idol, Tove Lo and much much more.
Lana Del Rey
When: June 11, 2015
Where: Jiffy Lube Live
Tickets: Live Nation ($30- $330)
Lana Del Rey’s Endless Summer Tour is the upcoming first official concert tour by American recording artist Lana Del Rey in support of her second studio album Ultraviolence (2014).
Country Mega Ticket
When: Multiple Dates June- September 2015
Where: Jiffy Lube Live
Tickets: Live Nation ($250)
Do you like country or do you LOVE it? Jiffy Lube Live proudly announced the 2015 Country Mega Ticket, an ten-show package featuring the summer’s hottest country shows at the venue for all you country mega fans out there. The 2015 Country Megaticket gives you the chance to buy tickets before everyone else, weeks before the individual show tickets are available.
To see the rest of what DCClubbing and Glow have coming up this spring and summer check out our event calendar.
Tiesto Presents Club Life Day 2 at Echostage: 3.15.15
Tickets on sale now!
Doors 9PM | No dress code | Ages 18+
Bottle Service: Tables@echostage.com | 202.503.2331
Because just one show wasn’t good enough we’ve added a SECOND DAY of one of the world’s greatest DJs!
Tiësto; born Tijs Michiel Verwest aka “The Great DJ of All Time” has been thrilling DC nightlife for over a decade. From club nights to an outdoor concert, his unforgettable 10,000 person DC Armory event, and four sold out shows
at Echostage, Tiësto has helped define the current dance music scene in Washington, DC. His timeless productions, refined DJ prowess and larger-than-life brand combine for some of the greatest concerts in the world.
Join us on March 15, 2015, as Tiësto returns to Echostage for a SECOND DAY of Club Life – tickets on sale now!
www.clubglow.com/tickets | www.echostage.com
Tiesto Presents Club Life at Echostage: 3.14.15
Tickets on sale now!
Doors 9PM | No dress code | Ages 18+
Bottle Service: Tables@echostage.com | 202.503.2331
Tiësto; born Tijs Michiel Verwest aka “The Great DJ of All Time” has been thrilling DC nightlife for over a decade. From club nights to an outdoor concert, his unforgettable 10,000 person DC Armory event, and four sold out shows at Echostage, Tiësto has helped define the current dance music scene in Washington, DC. His timeless productions, refined DJ prowess and larger-than-life brand combine for some of the greatest concerts in the world.
Join us on March 14, 2015, as Tiësto returns to DC at Echostage for another edition of Club Life!
Tiësto – 11.22-11.23.13 Glow at Echostage
Tiësto
Danny Avila
Matt Goldman
Friday November 22, 2013
Saturday November 23, 2013
Doors at 9PM. No dress code. Ages 18+
Bottle Service at 202.503.2330
Echostage • 2135 Queens Chapel Road NE • Washington, DC
Second Date Added!
Tiësto returns to Echostage on Saturday November 23! On support duties are Danny Avila, who has quickly become a DC favorite with his rawkus energy and slamming progressive/electro style and Glow resident Matt Goldman.
