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

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

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

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.

Born and raised in Mississippi, now settled on the Virginia side of D.C., Gracious Me brings southern flair to Americana/ folk/ alt. country music. Her writing takes a literary, female perspective on the major connection points in life, and her soulful singing brings that perspective to life in song. She has performed live throughout the South and Atlantic regions. The new album True to Life has made it into the Top 20 on both the Roots Music Report Folk and Contemporary Folk charts, with singles breaking into the Top 15 on the Roots Music Report Contemporary Folk Singles chart and the Radio Guitar One Folk Singles chart. An award-winning songwriter, she has most recently been selected as an honorable mention in the 2020 Great River Folk Fest Songwriter Video Contest, as a performer at the 2020 Singer-Songwriter of Cape May Festival and Conference, and she was one of twelve finalists in the 2019 South Florida Folk Fest Songwriter Contest. Gracious Me is focused on digging deeper with her songwriting, and she is sharing the results with audiences in her 2020 full album release, True to Life. In this episode, Gracious Me shares her vision for how her music can heal the wounds of the United States, the power of the music scene in the DC/MD/VA area, and the struggles of balancing full time music with having “a real job”. Featured Song "Don't Become What You Claim To Hate" by Gracious Me 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.

The bold vocal sound and lyrical darkness of Adele and Lana Del Ray meet Virginia charm and instrumentation in the music of solo pop artist Rachel Brassfield, known by her fans as Brassie. Brassie describes how, while she has never written a happy song, she brings listeners comfort in knowing they are not alone in sad and hard experiences. Her single “Tomb” is a captivating example of the depth and richness of her musical style and message. Featured Song "Tomb" by Brassie 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.

Growing up in Delaware, Andrew Toy first experienced music in his childhood in the 90s, falling in love with drums almost immediately. He has played with numerous bands from high school to after college on cruise ships, soaking up influences from different types of music and cultures around the world. Andrew is all about getting out of his comfort zone to learn and grow as an independent musician. He takes inspiration from different worlds while creating his own music, which started in 2016. He loves experimenting with different textures and sounds when writing and performing with drums or percussions. During this pandemic year, he has been able to focus more on his own music as well as virtual recording for other artists and teaching students remotely. Proud to be a part of the DMV music community, Andrew thinks that it brings people from all over the world together and it’s a melting pot of music influences. Featured Track: “Daytime Raccoon” by Andrew Toy 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.

Black Dog Prowl is considered one of Washington, DC’s hardest hitting rock bands. This four piece ensemble hits both extremes of sound from slow down-tuned to fast-paced kick in the teeth! Their most recent EP, Fine Lousy State, won three Wammie Awards for Best Hard Rock Album, Best Hard Rock Artist/Group, and Best Hard Rock Song ("The Hill You Die On"). They have drawn sonic comparisons to Soundgarden, Torche, and Queens of the Stone Age. In this episode, vocalist/guitarist Josh Finver and drummer Enzo Ferroggiaro are joined by Avik Ray, curator of The Crossover.tv, to announce a special collaborative project honoring an iconic group and album. We also discuss what makes the DMV a melting pot of creativity and how the pandemic allowed those connections to flourish. Featured Song "Lousy Lying Liar" by Black Dog Prowl 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.

Nicolas Springer will think he’s in trouble if you use his full name, so you best use “Nick” instead. This multi-instrumentalist from Frederick, MD released ten singles in 2020 featuring the chill vibes of his Indie Dreampop sound through his solo looping project Mahogany Bees. Nick talks about some of his favorite locations, artists, and social causes in and around the Washington D.C. community. As a recording engineer in a local recording studio, Nick Springer has a unique perspective resulting from being on both sides of the microphone, and shares how he is preparing to release even more music and increase his collaboration with other area artists in 2021. Featured song: "Don't Think" by Mahogany Bees For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias Audio/Video Editing & Mastering by Alchemical Records ©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders, and used with permission.

Dante Frisiello is a music writer and guitar player both fronting a solo project, and working behind some of DC’s most notable indie rock and Americana music groups. Both of Dante’s albums: “Alignment” & “Fool’s Paradise” were written and produced from his own bedroom apartment in Washington, D.C., while he was in law school. In this episode, hosted by Emma G., Dante discusses his newest project, the power of using guitar as his voice, balancing life as a lawyer and a rock musician, and leaning into life’s purpose. Featured song "The Wellspring" by Dante Frisiello For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias Audio/Video Editing & Mastering by Alchemical Records ©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders, and used with permission.

Jahnel Daliya, a creator since her childhood, shares how the welcoming DMV Open Mic scene brought her out of her shell as an adult and led her to writing, performing, and publishing her own beautiful authentic songs. Her latest single and music video “Lucky One” released in winter 2020 is a perfect example of her music’s acoustic pop-folk vibe, heartfelt lyrics, and uniquely rich voice. Jahnel and host Stephanie Mathias dive into motherhood, self-care, and authenticity in music and in life. Featured song: "Lucky One" by Jahnel Daliya For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias Audio/Video Editing & Mastering by Alchemical Records ©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders, and used with permission.

Alexia Christian is an original artist who writes both Rock and Pop style music. Everyday experiences, books, and fantasies are a few inspirations for her songwriting, especially in her newest album, “For Singles Only”. Her new album talks about the beauty of being single, standing up for oneself, and empowering others. She has been in a few bands as she enjoys collaborating with other talented musicians and sharing the energy on stage. Right now she is focused on her solo career as a Pop artist. Aside from that, she is also a music teacher for voice, guitar, and piano. Her students range from age 5 up to 50 and she loves sharing her passion with music with them. Alexia also loves fashion and thinks that it plays an important role in the music persona. Her style varies depending on her mood on the day of the performance. She loves all the awesome music venues that DMV has to offer, as well as the talented musicians that she gets to collaborate with. She is currently recording her next single so expect new music from her in the Spring! Featured song: "100" by Alexia Christian For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias Audio/Video Editing & Mastering by Alchemical Records ©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders, and used with permission.

Wild Whispers is a harmony-driven cinematic pop duo formed by Eli Lev and Megan Leigh. Their sound consists of lyrical storytelling and arrangements that push the boundaries of indie folk music. Their debut single “Icarus Rising”, released in September 2020, takes everything you know about acoustic pop and soul and flips it on its head. This is the first of a trilogy project based on the Greek myth of Icarus’ journey to the Sun. The two remaining singles are scheduled to release later this year. Always a plan in place when this duo creates! In this episode, Eli and Megan share their past travels, musical beginnings, the events that inspired them to join forces, and how they have creatively navigated the pandemic finding exciting ways to engage their fanbase virtually. This episode is hosted by Jarreau Williams of Capitol Groove Collective. For more about our guests, our hosts, Capitol Groove Collective, and DC Music Rocks, please visit capitolgroovecollective.com Graphic Design by Stephanie Mathias Audio/Video Editing & Mastering by Alchemical Records ©2021 Capitol Groove Collective. All rights reserved by their respective rights holders, and used with permission.