It can be hard to get noticed if you’re an indie band living in DC these days.

By Mary Madden, gonzoDC’s music expert.

Even though the grand punkfathers of Fugazi have been on hiatus for several years now, potentially leaving some breathing room for others to get a sound in edgewise, they keep collectively churning out scores of engaging, passionate music under the guise of “side projects” like The Evens or Joe Lally’s solo project. Whether they’re producing albums for Blonde Redhead or documentary films about Wilco, the kids just won’t quit. And, of course, we don’t want them to. Everything they touch is well worth your attention. (more…)