When jazz music is mentioned, what comes to mind? For many, it is speakeasies, women adorned with large hats and even larger pearls, and an aroma of elegance that leaves us nostalgic for a time none of us were alive. While the Roaring ‘20s manifestation of jazz music...
Welcome back to Happening in Hardcore, your guide to the DIY hardcore scene here in the great DMV! Happy November, moshers! Thanksgiving break is just around the corner but if you’re not going home for the holidays, I got tons of shows to keep you busy. I know who I’m...
Contextualizing Nu Metal: August 31st of 2025 marked the first encounter I had with moshing. Suicidal Tendencies was opening for Cypress Hill at a venue once local to me; albeit a relatively small venue for the band’s popularity, it was impressively packed with...
According to the American Psychological Association, infantilization is described as the process of "the encouragement of infantile or childish behavior in a more mature individual." The practice of infantilizing someone involves disregarding a person’s character and...
Multi-talented actress and model, Diana Silvers, is breaking into a new form of artistry through music. Her debut album, “From Another Room,” came out last November, nearing the end of her very first tour, when she supported Jon Batiste on his Big Money Tour. Los...
Life as a music loving, broke college student isn’t easy. I’d know because I fit within that description. Many concerts and shows around Washington, DC are ticketed, and most of these tickets aren’t cheap, which makes it difficult for students to explore the local...
Welcome to Happening In Hardcore, your guide to the DIY hardcore scene here in the great DMV. October is an absolutely stacked month, so I hope you’re ready to start budgeting! Starting us off strong is an offering from our own WVAU Events on October 2nd, hosting...
With summer right around the corner, this year’s final column will feature some recommendations for a perfect summer playlist, with a balance of fun and relaxing songs. “True Blue” by boygenius is a perfect song to start off your summer feelings. The opening line “You...
Life is subject to change at any time. Like any human being, time changed Will Toledo's perspective on life. Seven years separate the original "Mirror to Mirror" version and the critically-acclaimed "Face to Face" version, which I will be reviewing. Those seven years...
Thursday, April 2: The View Between Villages by Noah Kahan Imagine you’re driving to Shenandoah with your friend to go on a hike, and you play some Noah Kahan to get in the mood. Then imagine the service goes out and because you’ve been listening to Noah Kahan that is...