Upcoming music at Iota

Justin Trawick closes out the 9 Songwriter Series in February

(photo via Cheryl Rush Nichols on Facebook)

Some quick highlights of live music gracing Iota's stage this month in Clarendon:

Lake Street Dive - Thursday April 12

Lambchop - Sunday April 15

Bobbie Allen and Emily Henry -Friday April 20

9 Songwriter Series with Justin Trawick - Monday April 23

9 Songwriter Series at IOTA Tuesday

Justin Trawick's 9 Songwriter Series continues this Tuesday night at IOTA, which has always been packed with great music in their previous events. It's a good bargin as you get to see live performaces of nine original musicians for only $10. I'm also excited about seeing Emily Henry again, as she was the guest performer at IOTA's weekly open mic a few months ago and everyone was very taken by her.

This Tuesday the show will also feature:

• Justin Trawick
• Derek Evry
• Emily Henry
• Jason Brown
• Alex Vans
• Sol
• Natalie York
• Bobbie Allen
• Ken Wenzel

Bobbie Allen @ Iota

Poor cell phone pic of Bobbie Allen

Friday night started out with a dose of drama in Clarendon, as someone was seriously injured in the stairwell leading up to Whitlow's rooftop. I'm not sure on the details, but it appeared to be the result of a fight between two patrons. One lane of Wilson was full of police and emergency vehicle activity, and one person had to be taken to the hospital by ambulance.


The drama did not prevent the beautiful Bobbie Allen from taking Iota's stage around 9:45pm. She had many fans in the audience, including some who were enthusastice enough to bring signs cheering Bobbie on. She played an energetic set with her four piece band for most of the time, and also did a few solo acoustic numbers. I'm looking forward to finding her songs on iTunes later.

Must See Music this Weekend in Clarendon

Bobbie Allen

Vivion Smith from Juniper Lane

Iota is rocking Clarendon this weekend with back to back must see lineups. On Friday June 17, the very talented and heart stopping Bobbie Allen returns to Iota for a show at 9pm. She mixes folk and pop with her hypnotic vocals and acoustic guitar .

One of my favorite local acts Juniper Lane is showcasing at Iota Saturday night, June 18. I really can't say enough about this veteran band (they have been rocking for over 10 years), as I've seem them perform several times over the past 3 years in Clarendon and have always been impressed. Vivion Smith consistently mesmerizes me with her vocals and the band's tunes are always energetic and catchy. It's no wonder why Coldplay asked Juniper Lane to open for them in 2008. Don't miss out on them this weekend!