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Bill Cosby, Steve Martin, Go-Go's to perform at Wolf Trap

The Filene Center at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Va. is offering a wide variety of performances this year, including soul, rock, comedy and full-fledged theater productions.

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ShowScoop app lets you review, share concerts

A new app on the scene -- called ShowScoop -- aims to do for concerts what Yelp does for restaurants, bars and nightclubs.

Tags: backstage, ShowScoop, apps, concert reviews, iphone

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Off-beat music rocks D.C. area this weekend (VIDEO)

Bored with the no-show snow? Backstage's Tim Bracken suggests a few concerts to brighten up your weekend.

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Bacon Brothers, Suzanne Vega among weekend concerts

This month's top music events might bring back memories and help make some new ones.

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Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tom Petty headline Dover's Firefly Festival

The three-day music festival's inaugural run was a great success and this year's lineup is even bigger than before.

Tags: Firefly Music Festival, backstage, Dover, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Lumineers

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Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp lets you live out your dreams

Most music fans are content with going to their favorite artists' concerts, but many dream of being in the band.

Tags: backstage, rock camp, Roger Daltrey

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Bandsintown app helps music lovers track concerts

Bandsintown app helps keep track of concerts in the area so you never miss a show from your favorite band.

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Long-term traffic shift on 11th St. SE

Starting today, a long-term traffic shift is scheduled to take effect on 11th Street SE between K and L Streets.

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Laura Tsaggaris' 'Everyman' takes surprising turns

Tim Bracken takes you backstage with the songs on local singer-songwriter Laura Tsaggaris. Her new album leans alt-country but influences of pop and rock are embedded throughout.

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Backstage: Classical concerts, events for kids

This weekend brings several classical music events, including kid's concerts.

Tags: backstage, Strathmore, National Symphony Orchestra

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