By Dylan Nuamann
Get up and shimmy your way to the dance floor because Los Empresarios is about to grace the stage at the DC Music Rocks Festival with their high energy Latin grooves. The group Los Empresarios has been embarking on a sonically diverse journey for years. Touring through Puerto Rico, appearing on numerous Puerto Rican TV shows and showcasing one of their hit songs, “Sabor Tropical” on the 2012 FIFA video game has kept their energy at an all-time high. Blending multiple genres together such as hip-hop, salsa, cumbia, alternative and house creates a one-of-kind sound in the world of Latin alternative music.
The 8-piece band is based in Arlington, VA. All eight members bring their own unique flavor and experience to the music, especially during live performances. The abundance of genres that are blended throughout their music is justified by the rich diversity that’s represented in the band. From African American, Asian American, Puerto Rican, and Caucasian, the group casts a multi-cultural experience that vibrates throughout the DC area and beyond. Be sure to check out their music here and see their set at the D.C Rock Festival on August 17th
Dylan Naumann is a freelance musician, composer, writer, and improviser. Born and raised in Towson, Maryland, he’s currently finishing up his degree from Towson University for jazz commercial performance. He enjoys wondering around town, from local venue to venue, trying to find the inspiring sounds from local artists.
by Daniel Warren Hill
Selena Benally, Mel Mast, and Anjalee Sharma are the fiery rock and roll trio that is More AM Than FM. This all-female guitar, drums, and bass powerhouse based in Southern Maryland follows the vein of American punk-rock bands like The Ramones and Social Distortion, while finding creative ways to share their influences by alt-country acts like Old 97’s and Uncle Tupelo, as well as Piedmont blues guitarist and singer/songwriter Etta Baker.
Fast-paced, tightly driven hard rock rhythms combined with intricate guitar licks set the tone for thought-provoking lyrical content, all carefully crafted into hooks and melodies that will have you head-banging while simultaneously questioning the status quo. This depth of songwriting and instrumental proficiency combined with the band’s unwavering passion and energy will captivate you from the first note. More AM than FM has indeed “found their niche amongst the chaos of the rock ‘n’ roll cosmos.”
When More AM Than FM takes the stage at 9:30 Club in Washington DC on August 17, it will mark, almost to the day, the two year anniversary of the band’s sophomore release, Oh, the places I have been…. Fans may be able to expect new recorded music soon, though we contend that the best way to hear new music by this incredible Washington DC area band is to experience it live and in-person.
Daniel Warren Hill is a songwriter, producer, and performer. He currently rocks guitar and vocals for Alt/Rock band YellowTieGuy, Produces, sings and mixes live video for Data Recovery Project, and lends his talents to Beach Boys Tribute Band “Back To The Beach”. When not performing, Daniel is actively engaged in family activities with his wife, two daughters, roommate,and dog. Daniel enjoys exploring creative and business outlets, spending time in nature, and is currently addicted to Star Trek Timelines.
by Kimberly Shires Dave Nachmanoff is an internationally touring singer/songwriter and guitar virtuoso. Dave currently resides in Davis, California with his family, but planted his
“The Mirror” off of Milton J’s Forever Fallen is about the mundane routines we are subject to that slowly eat away at our positivity, drive,
by Logan Deiner Let me make one thing perfectly clear; I am a full on, unashamed, unabashed geek for just about anything retro. I have
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