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Dan & David had the pleasure of getting personal with Washington Post pop music critic Chris Richards. Full episode drops Friday on maDCap. http://washingtonpost.com/pb/chris-richards http://twitter.com/chris__richards -- http://madcapdc.org http://twitter.com/madcapdc

As the old saying goes, 'don't judge a book by it's cover.' Jessie Ware certainly possesses a great beauty and a divine voice, but don't let the sweet and sultry veneer fool you, for she can crack jokes and break balls with the best of them. Today we feature the infectious music, personality, and wit of this English singer/songwriter whose debut album 'Devotion' garnered fans around the world and well-deserved acclaim. Then, we'll speak with one of our favorite District-based journalists, Clinton Yates, on the bubbling political scandal engulfing the current mayoral race. He'll cover the shady dealings of Jeffrey Thompson AKA "Uncle Earl," illuminate the Vincent-quality 'Gray areas' of this conflagration, and discuss his own life in our ever-changing hometown. http://jessieware.com http://twitter.com/jessie_ware -- http://washingtonpost.com/pb/clinton-yates‎ http://twitter.com/clintonyates -- http://madcapdc.org http://twitter.com/madcapdc

#TBT Interview with Jessie Ware by maDCap

This week on maDCap, a visit with English singer/songwriter Jessie Ware and Washington Post columnist Clinton Yates. Full episode: http://soundcloud.com/madcapdc/ware-yates http://twitter.com/jessie_ware http://twitter.com/clintonyates http://twitter.com/madcapdc http://madcapdc.org

The soul is a mysterious and eminently powerful entity, and when it deigns to make itself heard, it's advisable to lend an ear. Soul Clap is a duo comprised of Charlie Levine & Eli Goldstein, originally from Massachusetts, now spreading their hip-hop tinged disco vibes around the world through a partnership with Wolf + Lamb records. David Ross was lucky enough to spend time with these producers, DJs, podcasters and all around visionary musical spirits. Then, we'll hear from the first guest who ever graced this program with her presence, Alyona Minkovski of Huffington Post Live. She tells us about tindering at the Sochi Olympics and gives her take on the political upheaval in Ukraine and the Russian incursion into Crimea. http://soulclap.us @soulclap http://wolflambmusic.com @wolf-lamb http://crewlove.us http://twitter.com/soulclap -- http://live.huffingtonpost.com http://twitter.com/alyonamink

This week on maDCap, our lovely conversation with Eli Goldstein and Charlie Levine of producer/DJ duo Soul Clap @soulclap. Full episode drops Friday 2/6/14 here and on http://madcapdc.org http://twitter.com/madcapdc

Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler for our Mardi Gras party with New Orleans' finest, Rebirth Brass Band, a group that carries a musical legacy from the very birth of Jazz to the present day with the funkiest chops imaginable. Then, we'll preview this year's Academy Awards with Jason Fraley, WTOP film critic and Adrian Spencer, host of Channel 2 Radio. http://RebirthBrassBand.com http://twitter.com/RebirthBB ---- http://twitter.com/JFrayWTOP Fraley on Film: http://www.wtop.com/1059/2739765/Fraley-on-Film http://twitter.com/adrian_spencer Channel 2 Radio: @channel2radio

This week on maDCap, Dan & David get a jump on Mardi Gras with New Orleans' finest, the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band. Full episode: http://soundcloud.com/madcapdc/rebirth http://rebirthbrassband.com http://twitter.com/RebirthBB

We at maDCap believe in honoring African Americans at all times, but we view the proposition of Black History Month with a skeptical eye. Confining Black History to February not only relegates African American history to the shortest month of the year, but it may serve to justify a lack of attention during the rest of the year. Despite our misgivings, today we discuss one of the baddest Black characters on television. Our guest is Carl Jones, the creator and executive producer of Black Dynamite on Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim. We will also hear the voices of prominent African Americans on the topic of Black History Month, and finally, we’re treated to a commentary in the form of an airing of grievances from our own David Ross. Season 2 of Black Dynamite on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim premieres in Summer of 2014. Our first visit with Carl Jones: soundcloud.com/madcapdc/blackdynamite http://iamcarljones.com http://twitter.com/iamcarljones http://adultswim.com/blackdynamite http://twitter.com/blackdynamite

This week, maDCap celebrates anti-Black History Month with Carl Jones, creator and executive producer of Black Dynamite on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim. http://twitter.com/iamcarljones http://iamcarljones.com

To celebrate Valentine's Day, maDCap offers an extremely educated yet freewheeling conversation about sex and love with sexologist Dr. Yvonne K. Fulbright, and the host of @MindSexRadio, Kim Dawson. We'll also hear from our fellow citizens on their thoughts about the day and we'll finish up by spending time with the creator of http://DatingIstheWorst.com, Jill Holbrook. Happy Valentine's Day! (we love you)

maDCap celebrates Valentine's Day 2014 with a conversation on sex & love featuring creator of @MindSexRadio Kim Dawson and Ph. D, sex educator and author Dr. Yvonne K. Fulbright (http://twitter.com/YvonneFulbright). We'll also hear everyday citizens exposing their thoughts on intimate topics and speak with Jill Holbrook, creator of http://DatingIsTheWorst.com. Coming Valentine's Day 2014. http://madcapdc.org http://twitter.com/madcapdc http://fb.com/madcapdc http://instagram.com/madcapdc

Dan & David sat down with Claude VonStroke, one of the most respected DJs and producers in the electronic music world. Born Barclay Crenshaw in Cleveland, VonStroke's identity was shaped by a mandated cello practice, an upbringing in the suburbs of Detroit, and the support of his then-girlfriend (now wife) who gave him the gift of opportunity, enabling him to follow his dreams at a crucial time. Eight years later, dirtybird records is a powerhouse label with a roster of heavyweight talents, a residency in Ibiza and an ever-growing reputation. The 100th release on dirtybird is Claude VonStroke's third artist album, titled 'Urban Animal.' @claudevonstroke | @dirtybirdrecords http://claudevonstroke.com | http://dirtybirdrecords.com http://twitter.com/vonstroke | http://twitter.com/dirtybird_sf http://fb.com/claude.vonstroke | http://fb.com/dirtybirdrecords http://instagram.com/vonstroke | http://instagram.com/dirtybirdrecords -- http://madcapdc.org http://twitter.com/madcapdc http://fb.com/madcapdc http://insta

Friday on maDCap, Dan & David sit down with a man who rose from humble beginnings to helm dirtybird records, one of the deepest, most influential electronic music labels in the United States. Hear the story of how Barclay Crenshaw, born in Cleveland, Ohio, combined his talent and passion for music with hard work and a never-say-die attitude, forming himself into Claude VonStroke, a seasoned DJ, producer and label head. Full episode out Friday, February 7, 2014 For more information: http://dirtybirdrecords.com -- @claudevonstroke @dirtybirdrecords -- http://twitter.com/vonstroke http://twitter.com/dirtybird_sf --- http://madcapdc.org http://twitter.com/madcapdc http://fb.com/madcapdc http://instagram.com/madcapdc

Tauk is a four-piece instrumental band from New York who make driving and evocative music that touches the soul. Guitarist Matt Jalbert, keyboardist Alric 'AC' Carter and bass player Charlie Dolan have been performing together since middle school, adding drummer Isaac Teel to complete the quartet a few years ago. Dan & David caught up with Tauk ahead of their show at the 8 x 10 in Baltimore in November, and this young, ambitious band gave maDCap a fascinating look behind the curtain of a group living out their dreams, moving complete strangers with their songs, and striving to make a living in the music business. http://taukband.com twitter.com/taukband @taukband fb.com/taukband instagram.com/taukband --- http://madcapdc.org twitter.com/madcapdc fb.com/madcapdc instagram.com/madcapdc

Friday on maDCap, Dan & David sit down for a wide-ranging discussion with Matt, AC, Isaac and Charlie of the rising instrumental band, Tauk. They'll discuss the guys' incredible work ethic, their artistic process, and peer behind the curtain of a young, talented band working to make it in the music business. Full episode here: http://soundcloud.com/madcapdc/tauk http://taukband.com http://twitter.com/taukband @taukband http://fb.com/taukband http://instagram.com/taukband --- http://madcapdc.org http://twitter.com/madcapdc http://fb.com/madcapdc http://instagram.com/madcapdc

In this episode of maDCap, Dan Bloom and David Ross speak with Kevin Parker of the band, Tame Impala. This native of Perth, Australia composes beautiful sounds that are just so damn good that....you know what...just listen. Parker and the rest of his Tame Impala bandmates are nominated for a Grammy in the Best Alternative Rock Album of the Year for "Lonerism." They also won Best Rock Album at the ARIA Awards (Australian Recording Industry Association) just a few months ago and won the Best Group category. This interview was conducted at Merriweather Post Paviliion in Columbia, MD. To learn more about what Tame Impala is up to: http://twitter.com/tameimpala http://tameimpala.com http://fb.com/tameimpala

The music of Josh Legg exudes a warm glow and a calming glimmer, equally at home in the sunshine or on the water. His project "Goldroom" is sometimes comprised of a live trio and other times as a solo DJ, but all the energy emanates from Josh's prodigious talent as a producer, remixer and songwriter. Dan Bloom caught up with Josh Legg in the elevator of U Street Music Hall (@uhalldc) and discussed his upbringing, his take on music, and the superlative release "Embrace." Legg has just embarked on a DJ tour of North America and jets off for Australia in February. Tourdates: Jan 10 | Philadelphia, PA | Dolphin Tavern Jan 11 | Halifax, NS | The Argyle Jan 17 | Toronto, ON | Wrongbar Jan 24 | Cambridge, MA | The Sinclair (w @viceroymusic) Jan 25 | New York, NY | Slake (w @viceroymusic) Feb 01 | San Francisco, CA | Mezzanine (w @lifelike) Feb 21 | Adelaide, AUS | Rocket Bar Feb 22 | Fortitude Valley, AUS | Oh Hello! Feb 27 | Melbourne, AUS | Prince Bandroom Mar 01 | Sydney, AUS | Chinese Laundry Mar 11 | Austin, T

This Friday, hear maDCap's conversation with Goldroom AKA Josh Legg, on his influences, the nostalgic effect of music, and his latest release "Embrace." soundcloud: @goldroom http://goldroom.la http://twitter.com/goldroom http://fb.com/goldroomtunes http://madcapdc.org http://twitter.com/madcapdc http://fb.com/madcapdc

Beginning Thursday, January 9th, come visit "maDCap Family: An Exhibit by Peter Lewis & Ryan Martinez" at Studio 21 in the Monroe Street Market Arts Walk, between the Brookland-CUA metro stop and 8th & Monroe Streets Northeast. Dan & David will be DJing, hobnobbing and swilling cheap champagne. Our closing blowout party will be Friday, January 31, 2014 with the works of artist Paul Mericle. The gallery is open every Thursday & Friday from 5:30 to 8 PM, and Saturdays from noon - 4 PM. See you there! Information on our exhibit ( http://danceplace.org/events/madcap-family-studio-21-gallery-exhibit/ ) Information on Studio 21 at the Monroe Street Market ( http://danceplace.org/events/studio-21-on-the-arts-walk-at-monroe-street-market/ ) Special thanks to Ryan Martinez, Peter Lewis & Dance Place ( http://danceplace.org )