City Life--Thursday Edition

As everyone knows, one of the best things about living in the city is the amount of really talented musicians, artists, and just general creative types in a relatively confined area. Or, if you didn't know that, you know it now, so don't play dumb with me.

What does this talent glut mean for the average city dweller like m'self? Basically, it means that there is something to see, to hear, and to experience every day of the year. Which would be all well and fine by itself. Add to that the fact that many of these activities are outdoor and absolutely FREE of charge, and you start to see why I love this town. It almost makes up for the rats. Almost. (Shudder)

My pick of the litter? Outdoor concerts. Why, tonight, there is a show happening at Ft. Reno here in DC. Ft. Reno is not only a park(DUH!), but also the site of the famous annual concert series in DC. Especially famous if you've ever been into any DC hardcore/post-hardcore bands. Ask your average DC concert veteran, and, when asked about Ft. Reno, they will probably answer with some version of this sentence: "I saw Fugazi there back in..."

But, although the DC music scene has evolved beyond those days, it's still nice to see there's a place for up and coming bands to showcase. If you're going tonight, (and you should--did I mention it was FREE?), be sure to get there early so you can catch the first band: Hiding Places. I wouldn't mention them if they weren't good, so make it a priority.

Hope all is well with your and yours. Hope to see you out there tonight.