Washington, DC is clearly a city on the rise. However, long before Obama came to town and the New York press proclaimed the city as the newest hot spot on the East coast, we’ve been represented quite well on both a national and international musical front for quite some time. Yes, everyone (TGRI included) loves to rant and rave about the likes of Tabi Bonney, Wale and US Royalty, but, if you’re not mentioning the Fort Knox Five and their related cadre of bands in that discussion, you’re clearly doing it wrong. A band consisting of members of a smattering of top local acts including the internationally renowned Thievery Corporation, the funk combo is an intrinsic part of the musical fiber of Washington, DC, and quite possibly the best global export to represent the sonic dominance of the Capital city.
On the 4th of July, the Fort Knox Five, alongside dominant reggae rhymeslayer See-I and the funk groovers Nappy Riddem will likely play the most sonorous live performances U Street Music Hall has seen in its near four month existence. As well, there will likely be a DJ set from the band as well, and knowing the diversity and nature of their tastes, everything from Run-DMC to Munchi’s Moombahton edits are likely to be played.
This will be a swirling dervish of tremendous musical energy. If unaware of the pure musical depth and scope of Washington, DC, do take the time to see the explosions on the Mall, and the fireworks at U Hall.
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