Juniper Lane at Iota

I fell in love with the band Juniper Lane in 2008, and now the Washington DC based group is returning to Iota this Saturday July 26. Juniper Lane is one of my favorite local bands ever since I learned about them from when they opened for Coldplay. Front woman Vivion Smith will mesmerize Iota's audience Saturday with her vocals, keyboard skills and stage presence. Opening up for them will be Against Grace and Stella Mira. Shows start at 9pm with a $12 cover for all three bands.

Juniper Lane at Iota Friday

One of my favorite bands Juniper Lane is playing in Clarendon this Friday night. I've seen the five member band perform many times over the years and have always been excited about their performance. Their addictive rock beats mixed with lead singer Vivion Smith's mesmerizing vocals will rock Iota Friday starting at 9pm. The $12 cover also includes two other performances sharing the stage: Against Grace and Stella Mira.

Juniper Lane, Margot MacDonald, Against Grace at Iota

Last Friday a triple header of great local indie music took over at Iota in Clarendon. Nothing could stop Margot MacDonald's amazing singing and keyboarding, as she was able to maintain composure and the beat even when the power cord popped out of her keyboard. Juniper Lane played next and reminded me why they are one of my favorite local bands of all time. Singer Vivion Smith led the band flawlessly despite being extremely pregnant. Newcomer Against Grace rounded out the night with an impressive performance.

Margot's performance is always mesmerizing

Vivion Smith's vocals and keyboards lead Juniper Lane

Against Grace finished out the night strong