Penthouse Pool & Lounge @ The Yards will host a Dar Be Dar by Tala Raassi summer fashion show. Raassi will showcase her latest 2015 Spring/Summer swimsuit collection with a live show atop DC’s newest rooftop oasis. This event is free and open to the public. Guests will enjoy DeLeón Tequila cocktail specials, a live fashion show, 360 degree views of the Nation’s Capital, and the chance to purchase Raassi’s newest pool-side looks. www.penthousepoolclub.
WHEN: Thursday, July 16 | 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: Penthouse Pool & Lounge @ The Yards | 1212 4th St. SE
FREE | OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Strathmore Presents
Blues Alley’s 50th Anniversary
featuring Ángela Winbush, Kindred The Family Soul, Chelsey Green
Saturday, July 18, 2015
8 p.m.
Tickets $48-$88
Music Center at Strathmore
5301 Tuckerman Lane
North Bethesda, MD 20852
For additional information or to purchase tickets, visit www.strathmore.org or call (301) 581-5100
For 50 years, legendary Georgetown club Blues Alley has played a major role in D.C.’s rich music history, hosting stars like Tony Bennett, Ella Fitzgerald, Stan Getz, Dizzy Gillespie, Ramsey Lewis, Sarah Vaughan, Wynton Marsalis, Gil Scott-Heron, and hundreds more. The local landmark brings R&B, neo soul, and jazz artists Ángela Winbush, Kindred The Family Soul, and Chelsey Green—a cross-section of the genre’s past, present, and future—to Strathmore for its 50th anniversary celebration on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at 8 p.m. The evening’s lineup is the continuation of a long collaborative relationship between Blues Alley and Strathmore, and includes Strathmore Artist in Residence alumna Chelsey Greene. Strathmore’s pre-show Party on the Patio begins at 6:30 p.m.with food and drink specials for concertgoers provided by Ridgewells Catering. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (301) 581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
This event is supported in part by media sponsor WHUR 96.3FM.
The trio of acts is anchored by ’80s R&B icon and Howard University alumna Ángela Winbush. She counts among her credits solo hits such as the number one “Angel,” as well as songs from her musical duo René & Angela, such as “Save Your Love (For #1)” and “Your Smile.” Winbush has informed the work of innumerable R&B and hip-hop artists, including The Notorious B.I.G., Foxy Brown, rapper Sylk-E. Fyne, and singer Avant. Winbush and former partner René Moore, of René & Angela, have the distinction of being one of the first R&B acts to prominently incorporate rap in a popular R&B song. Winbush has also established herself as a versatile, multitalented artist, finding success as a songwriter, arranger, producer, and session musician.
Grammy nominated neo soul duo Kindred the Family Soul is comprised of the husband-and-wife team of Fatin Dantzler and Aja Graydon. They rose from the Philadelphia neo soul movement, and were discovered by singer Jill Scott. Rooted in soul and gospel, Kindred incorporates nuanced contemporary sounds into their music, advancing the genre forward while building a core audience appreciative of their devotion to a more mature R&B sound.
Similarly innovative is violinist and Strathmore Artist in Residence alumna, violinist Chelsey Green. The Billboard charting artist fuses traditional classical violin technique with pop, jazz, and R&B genre influences. A doctoral candidate at The University of Maryland College Park, Green is early in a career that has already been met with great success, including a performance on The Late Show with David Letterman as well as engagements at Carnegie Hall, Theater at Madison Square Garden, the BET Honors Dinner, Essence Music Festival, The Howard Theatre, Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival and, of course, Blues Alley and Strathmore. She has shared stages with Stevie Wonder, Maysa, MC Lyte, Chrisette Michele, J.Cole, and Questlove and Black Thought of The Roots.
Music and fashion go together like love and marriage, they are inseparable; and, like any creative industry, they find innovative ways of thriving through collaboration. Musical accompaniment to collections convey the aesthetic of a designer’s work in ways which presenting the collection on its own, cannot. Creativity is style. In recent years, the music has been, literally, amplified. Live music is now adding to the manifestation of runway; the shows of many major fashion houses now like concerts, its musicians their muse.
Haute Haus Agency presents the latest concept to DC fashion… Rock the Runway DC, a fashion-music-infusion like no other. Guests will be presented with an original couture fashion show, haute gift bags, cocktails, live original music, and more – all surrounding the pool with a DC skyline view. Headlining designer is fashion powerhouse Marchesa graciously lending its iconic collections. A portion of the proceeds benefit Music Unites, the leading charity organization supporting music education around the world.
VIP guests include: T.H.E. Artist Agency’s Lynda Erkiletian and Elizabeth Centenari (all models donated by T.H.E. Agency), Grammy-nominated artist Wayna, actress Jamie Hyder (Graceland and True Blood), Music Unites founder Michelle Edgar, and a surprise musical guest that will knock your stilettos off!
WHAT: Rock the Runway DC, a live couture runway show atop VIDA’s penthouse pool set to live original music.
WHO: 300 of DC’s chicest fashion community; including couture brands, trend setters and industry leaders for an evening of fashion, rock, and philanthropy benefitting Music Unites.
WHEN: July 18, 2015 | 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
WHERE: VIDA Fitness Penthouse Pool & Lounge – The Yards | 1212 4th St SE Washington, DC 20003
FEATURES: Runway Show & Concert – Band: Amber Sands and DJ: Welby Luk, Open bar for the first hour for general ticket holders; hors d’oeuvres for VIP guests (cabanas/day beds for purchase; complimentary dessert bar; swag bags: including restaurant gift cards, flagship store discounts, top-end cosmetics, beauty products, and much more (first 100 guests).
RSVP: General Admission Tickets: $55 – includes: open bar for first hour, complimentary dessert bar, concert, runway show, and haute swag bags for the first 100 guests. Available via: www.RockTheRunwayDC.com. VIP: cabanas and pool-side daybeds (8-15 people) available for group purchase. Includes: hors d’oeuvres, desserts, champagne/liquor cocktails (approx. four-five bottles), branding as event partner, runway/pool-side seating, swag bags, and more! For VIP group purchases please contact us via email: info@hautehausagency.com.
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5 guest DJs
live entertainment
free glass of champagne
Summer Sights and Sounds
The Shops at Wisconsin Place
Friday, July 24
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
5310 Western Avenue Chevy Chase MD 20815
Currently opening the Anything Goes tour with Florida Georgia Line, ultra-talented Warner Bros. Records’ Frankie Ballard will bring positive vibes and catchy tunes to eager country music fans at Jiffy Lube Live Amphitheater in Bristow, VA on Saturday, July 25. The singer will have fans on their feet with his energetic, guitar-fueled set, including his #1 GOLD smashes, “Sunshine & Whiskey,” “Helluva Life” and his current Top-15-and-climbing hit, “Young & Crazy.”
For tickets and more information click here.
“With a trio of radio hits — ‘Helluva Life,’ ‘Sunshine and Whiskey’ and current single
‘Young and Crazy’ — at his disposal and an entertainer’s sensibility, the singer-guitarist came off like a headliner in the making.” – ROLLING STONE COUNTRY
Talented singer-guitarist Frankie Ballard, who Rolling Stone hails as “required listening,” is on the rise with his current album SUNSHINE & WHISKEY (Warner Bros. Records) delivering consecutive #1, GOLD-certified smashes “Helluva Life” and “Sunshine & Whiskey” and debuting Top 5 on the Billboard Country Albums Chart upon release. Moving to Nashville in 2009 from Battle Creek, MI, to pursue music, Ballard drew on his working class values, performing every chance he could, honing his guitar and songwriting skills to create a unique blend of blues-infused, country rock. He steadily built a loyal fan base and took the time to grow as an artist and an individual. All of these experiences culminated in selling over 1.5 million tracks to date. A road warrior, Ballard has previously opened for Taylor Swift, Jake Owen, Rascal Flatts, Kenny Chesney and longtime idol Bob Seger.
For more information on Ballard, a list of tour dates and more, visit FrankieBallard.com.
Ballard’s SUNSHINE & WHISKEY is now available on iTunes.
WHEN: Saturday, July 25
Show starts at 7PM
WHERE: Jiffy Lube Live Amphitheater
7800 Cellar Door Dr,
Bristow, VA 20136
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The Block Party will take place in a warm, Sunday-afternoon setting in the courtyard at the Logan Fringe Arts Space, with drinks served at the bar. A special bourbon-and-bitters cocktail, “Honey, I’m Home,” will be available at just $9 for a pint glass. It will be an energizing, dance-inducing day of music—and an exciting way to spend a summer afternoon, whether folks are coming from brunch, from church, or just rolling out of bed.
Plus: Marc Cary will lead a free go-go/jazz master class for youth at Union Arts on the morning of Aug. 9. Info on that program is available here, and it will run from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
Marc Cary’s Rhodes Ahead / The Moment / Nag Champa
Wolf Trap announces the addition of Lenny Kravitz to the Summer 2015 season. The Grammy-winning chart-topper will make his Wolf Trap debut September 1. Tickets go on sale to the general public on July 10. Visit WolfTrap.org for more information.
Beginning in 1989 with his first album, Kravitz has made an indelible mark on pop culture with hits including “Are You Gonna Go My Way,” “American Woman,” “Again” and “Fly Away.” An international style icon and trendsetter, he has sold more than 40 million albums, won four consecutive Grammys for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance, and earned praise for his edgy music videos and elaborate stage performances.
Kravitz is currently on a sold-out European tour running through July. The announcement of new U.S. tour dates (see www.lennykravitz.com/tour for full routing) follows the recently released video for his latest single, “The Pleasure and the Pain” via RollingStone.com. His tenth studio album, Strut, was released in September 2014 and looks back on the 1970’s metropolis of funky after-hours grooves and soulful hooks. Named one of Rolling Stone’s Top Albums of 2014, the album includes such titles as “New York City,” “I Never Want to Let You Down” and “She’s a Beast.”
With the addition of Kravitz, Wolf Trap’s Summer 2015 season at the Filene Center features 73 acts and 40 Wolf Trap debuts, including ‘80s icons Culture Club (August 10), Grammy-winning country stars Little Big Town (August 15), acclaimed Cuban cultural export Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club(August 29), and multiplatinum pop star Kelly Clarkson with Pentatonix (September 12-13).
Wolf Trap’s Summer 2015 season has been met with unprecedented positive response, with 15 performances already sold out, and many more in “Limited Availability” status. Patrons are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance for best availability.
TICKETING INFORMATION: Tickets for the Lenny Kravitz, September 1 at Wolf Trap’s Filene Center, range from $40 to $75. Wolf Trap members (donors of $75 and up) have access to pre-sales; join by July 8 for pre-sale access. Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 10. Tickets may be purchased online at WolfTrap.org, by phone at 877.WOLFTRAP, and in person at Wolf Trap’s Box Office, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia.
