Capitol Groove Collective Presents: DC Music Rocks

Kemi Adegoroye is a multi-hyphenate creator. From an early age, she has been involved in music and theatre, which has spurred her on to act, write, and produce. A passion for music led to a commitment about a year and a half ago to pursue her vision for writing and recording her own songs, and in February 2020 Kemi released the single “The Man Who Stole The Moon,” which would then appear on her February 2021 EP For The Record. She also shines as a member of DC-based jazz and soul band Terra Firma and brings all her love for arts and business together through her website, Alveo Creative.

Featured Track: "Rock Steady (Be My Rock)" by Kemi Adegoroye

Hosted by Daniel Warren Hill

For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com

Produced by Capitol Groove Collective Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias & Solia Audio/Video Editing, Mixing & Mastering by Daniel Warren Hill Distributed by Alchemical Records

©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders and used with permission.

A quirky and captivating electronic producer, singer-songwriter, and connoisseur of neon paint, Alex Purdy promotes self-love and daring to express your weirdness. In this episode, Alex shares her story with host Stephanie Mathias about finding her voice, overcoming Bulimia and Adderall addiction, and embracing the loving support of family and friends as she emerges strong into the DMV music scene with her debut EP “Reveal Yourself.”

Featured Track: "You Make My Dreams Come True" by Alex Purdy

Hosted by Stephanie Mathias

For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com

Produced by Capitol Groove Collective Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias & Solia Audio/Video Editing, Mixing & Mastering by Daniel Warren Hill Distributed by Alchemical Records

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Knovo produces music that can be vaguely summed up as “dreamy jazzy synth-rock”. They are a band of local musicians who met through music and decided to combine their musical talents together into a unified sound. They love experimenting with different elements in their music, not confined to a single genre nor sound. They want their audience and listeners to groove, dance, feel and connect to the music, and even sometimes be pleasantly surprised by it. The pandemic has posed many challenges but they are in the process of releasing their first EP album this year! With hopes of growth and success at the world stage level, the band puts its focus on producing good music and letting that drive them where it may be. They love the DMV music scene for its diversity and pool of talents, but also appreciate the collaborations with musicians in Philly and New York.

Featured Track: “Dizzy Kong" by Knovo

Hosted by Ting Lin

For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com

Produced by Capitol Groove Collective Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias & Solia Audio/Video Editing, Mixing & Mastering by Daniel Warren Hill Distributed by Alchemical Records

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Brendan Lane hails from Annapolis, MD, and skillfully blends a lively mix of Rock’N’Roll, blues, and contemporary pop elements into his music. He recently returned home after performing on a cruise ship; entertaining crowds across three continents on land and sea with over 1000 performances to his credit. His vibe includes themes of love, loss, and adventure in addition to rollicking harmonica interludes; outlining every aspect of the human experience. In this episode, Brendan shares his devotion to bringing honesty to every song he writes by highlighting the commonalities we all share. We also discuss incorporating songs in your life that you can hold on to, life performing on a cruise liner, and how moments from his childhood inspired him to continue writing and releasing content today.

Featured Track: “What's She Gonna Do Now" by Brendan Lane

Hosted by Jarreau Williams

For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com

Produced by Capitol Groove Collective Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias & Solia Audio/Video Editing, Mixing & Mastering by Daniel Warren Hill Distributed by Alchemical Records

©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders and used with permission.

Linc Bradham is an active Army service member who specializes as an Arabic linguist and analyst. His love for music and the military has motivated him to combine his efforts by pursuing a role in the United States Army Band while continuing to release music on his own. In 2020 Linc released two singles as well as his debut EP, The Darkest of Nights. He is passionate about providing music and music education to individuals and families in the middle east who don’t have access to resources available elsewhere and using music as a tool for healing and building community. Throw in some freestyle rap about overcoming obstacles and you’ve got yourself a peek at an artist who isn’t afraid to take chances, make mistakes, and get messy.

Featured Track: “Shine” by Linc Bradham ft. Molly Messinger

Hosted by Daniel Warren Hill

For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com

Produced by Capitol Groove Collective Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias & Solia Audio/Video Editing, Mixing & Mastering by Daniel Warren Hill Distributed by Alchemical Records

©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders and used with permission.

GriefCat is a comedic duo comprised of Louisa Hall and Annie Nardolilli. Their beautiful voices, harmonies to cherish, and some of the most whimsical; joyous; witty; and touching songs you're likely to hear, Griefcat are on a mission to brighten the world with songs like “Uhh... Where's My Car?”, “Loving You is like eating Chipotle”, and “Eggroll”.

In this episode, Griefcat discusses creating during COVID, the support of the DC music scene, and what they’re doing to help bring the DC music scene to the global music map.

Featured Track: "Eggroll" by Griefcat

Hosted by Emma G.

For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com

Produced by Capitol Groove Collective Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias & Solia Audio/Video Editing, Mixing & Mastering by Daniel Warren Hill Distributed by Alchemical Records

©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders and used with permission.

A little bit of funk, a little bit of Ska, with a taste of metal attitude and deep poetry, Zen Warship is bringing more dance fun into the DMV music scene while also sharing empowering messages and fighting for causes that local DC residents are passionate about. Host Stephanie Mathias goes behind the scenes with band members Preethy Kolinjivadi and Alison Rogers as they present their full album “Anything That Grooves” which was created and completed in the midst of the pandemic.

Featured Track: “Marion Barry” by Zen Warship

Hosted by Stephanie Mathias

For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com

Produced by Capitol Groove Collective Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias & Solia Audio/Video Editing, Mixing & Mastering by Daniel Warren Hill Distributed by Alchemical Records

©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders and used with permission.

Ariana Harbin, known as Ari Voxx, has a very special connection to music as it has helped her get through a lot of life experiences. Music is a place of healing, comfort, and expression for her. From being in a band, to forming her own band project “Sweet Something”, to going solo, her music journey has been parallel to her mental health journey. She even took a few years of hiatus from music to work on a career in hospitality. However, she eventually got back to music which is her true passion. At the core of it all, she stays true to herself as a musician, emphasizing on authenticity, complexity, and balance. Her indie, melancholic, and chill music is influenced by musicians from different genres and decades. Her music fashion style is influenced by her music, mood, and thrift finds. The causes that she cares about deeply are racial injustice, colorism, and mental health. She hopes that through sharing her own experiences through music, she can help others who are going through the same struggles to feel seen, understood, and heal.

Featured Track: "Infatuated" by Ari Voxx

Hosted by Ting Lin

For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com

Produced by Capitol Groove Collective Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias & Solia Audio/Video Editing, Mixing & Mastering by Daniel Warren Hill Distributed by Alchemical Records

©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders and used with permission.

Lindsay Diles writes and sings from the heart encompassing her soul to deliver vulnerable, poignant, and relevant messages. Originally from upstate New York, music has been embedded in Lindsay’s life since she was 4 years old. She has been entertaining thousands as the lead vocalist of the DC Transit Band and most recently sang the National Anthem for the Washington Wizards. Her electric and vivacious energy resonates through her personality and performance every time she hits the stage. Her influences include Alicia Keys, Aretha Franklin, and Ella Fitzgerald. In this episode, Lindsay shares what enticed her to move and stay in the DC area, the individuality and impact of her musical influences, silver linings learned during the pandemic, and how she has used a personal traumatic experience to empower women and champions of abuse worldwide.

(WARNING: this episode features triggering content. Listener/Viewer discretion is advised.) Featured Track: "Unshaken" by Lindsay Diles

Hosted by Jarreau Williams

For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com

Produced by Capitol Groove Collective Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias & Solia Audio/Video Editing, Mixing & Mastering by Daniel Warren Hill Distributed by Alchemical Records

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Matt, Kanjia, and Kush are enthusiastically motivated and inspired by the Washington D.C. area as an international community. Whether you are after fine cuisine, incredible music, or to connect with someone’s unique history and experiences, the band believes in paying it forward as they seek out opportunities for collaborations that also include fair financial compensation. The band is justified in having a hard-to-identify sound as their collaborations and song-serving songwriting style yield unique results for every individual track. After launching “Legwork” in October 2020, Kromanauts hope to represent each future release with a quality music video to accompany it.  

Featured track "Legwork" by Kromanauts

Hosted by Daniel Warren Hill

For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com

Produced by Capitol Groove Collective Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias & Solia Audio/Video Editing, Mixing & Mastering by Daniel Warren Hill Distributed by Alchemical Records

©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders, and used with permission.