Latin America is an expansive land full of vibrant life, culture, and music. Thanks to the Latin American diaspora, Latin American culture has been rapidly spreading to all parts of the world and is increasingly becoming part of the mainstream. … Continue reading →

Before becoming a rock star, Jim Morrison attended high school in Alexandria, Va., and occasionally came to Route 1. Continue reading →

In the 1950s, country music legend Charlie Daniels got his start playing at clubs in the greater D.C. area, including along Route 1. Continue reading →

Renowned Route 1 jazz pianist Daniel Weatherspoon, a Grammy- and Dove Award-winning composer, producer, and recording artist who has worked with various popular artists, including Beyoncé, BeBe and CeCe Winans, Janet Jackson, Paula Abdul, and Mary Mary, will perform two shows at the Carlyle Room in D.C. in March. Continue reading →

Coreyah is a psychedelic Korean folk music group whose six members integrate traditional Korean instruments, vocals, guitar, and percussion. Since their 2010 debut, Coreyah has pioneered a new style of Korean music that blends genres of contemporary ethnic and popular … Continue reading →

A new group of DJs on the Route 1 corridor have joined forces to recreate the house music scene of their youths and bring back the beat.  Continue reading →

The New Deal Cafe in Greenbelt is raising money with a gala in October to address financial problems leftover from the coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading →