Alex Parez

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Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo has been bringing acoustic rock and old-time country to the Washington DC Metro Area since 2006. Whether performing original music or classic material, Alex’s voice is “reminiscent of Johnny Cash, though often sung with Jello Biafra’s inflection” (Matthew Stabley, NBCWashington.com) and “sounds like Nick Cave reinterpreting the early songbook of Bill Callahan” (The Big Easy - MetroMusicScence.com). “El Rojo” to his friends, Parez takes inspiration from epic troubadours Johnny Cash, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty and local balladeer John Bustine amongst various other artists. In trio mode, Alex is flanked by accomplished harmonica sideman Terry Boes and prolific bassist Derek Evry who is also a fantastic songwriter, singer, guitarist and band leader. Alex has also performed with several other local musicians for various tribute shows.

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For the love of John Prine

For the love of John Prine

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AIM - Arlington Independent Media, 2701-C Wilson Boulevard, Arlington

https://www.arlingtonmedia.org/programming/video-live-stream

https://www.facebook.com/events/946321562465449/?event_time_id=946321565798782

https://www.facebook.com/SongPoTV/

https://www.facebook.com/SongPoRadio/

https://www.facebook.com/arlingtonmedia/

https://www.facebook.com/WERA96.7/

Twelve Songwriters have come together here in the Washington DC area to contribute their thoughts and play songs in memory of John Prine, this goes out to those who took the call and for those who care, hello in there. David Davol, Alex Robert Parez, Matthew Hunt, Melissa Elizabeth Wright, Ryan Walker, Zachary Ryan Parkman, Luke James Shaffer, Nancy Lisi and her Jazz Trotters Sam Cochran, Matt Ryan Lester and Gary Terbush and an episode to follow featuring Joe Uehlein

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Open Mic Night Wednesday Nights at Rhodeside Grill Hosted By Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

Open Mic Night Wednesday Nights at Rhodeside Grill Hosted By Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

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Rhodeside Grill, 1836 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington

Rhodeside Grill Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Wednesday nights! Please do come join us once again Wednesday night, March 11th! DOWNSTAIRS!! Two signups at 7:30pm and 10:00pm!!

Featured at 10:00pm: Daniel Corum!

Don't miss Daniel Corum's 30 minute set immediately following the 2nd signup at 10:00pm!!

And open mic night is FREE, NO COVER! All ages til 10:00pm then 21+ after 10:00pm. See you all again this Wednesday!!!! Yay!!!! Can't wait!!!! :-) For more information please visit http://www.alexparez.com/ and http://www.rhodesidegrill.com/ Thank you!!

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Alex Parez hosting Songbyrd Open Mic Night!

Alex Parez hosting Songbyrd Open Mic Night!

Songbyrd Music House and Record Cafe, 2475 18th Street, NW, Washington, DC

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo hosting Songbyrd Music House and Record Cafe open mic night!

www.alexparez.com

Featured Artist at 9:00pm: Oz Malik!

https://soundcloud.com/osmanmalik

"Osman Malik (Oz, Os, MoshWave, M05H.WAV) is a Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist/Musician from the suburbs of Washington D.C. Osman has a solid musicial background including songwriting, composition, production and performing experience, plus a broad style which incorporates classic rock, folk, blues, jazz and soul. He led the psychedelic indie rock band Spectral Vision from 2006 till 2012, and has performed with several notable acts (Stars of The Track & Field, Lake Trout, Sainthood Reps, Fools & Horses, Midnight Spin, The Flying Eyes, Margot MacDonald and Tomas Motta) He has drawn influence from artists such as Jimmy Page, David Gilmour, David Bowie, Wes Montgomery, Elvis Presley, and Paul McCartney. From rock to pop music, Osman touches many styles and genres with his recordings [Thoughts are Endless Statements EP, 'Cold' single, 'Delusions of Grandeur' demo]. He is now performing as a solo artist (The Truth band, solo acoustic sets), and always looking to collaborate."

Don't miss Oz' 30 minute set at 9:00pm!

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Open Mic Night Wednesday Nights at Rhodeside Grill Hosted By Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

Open Mic Night Wednesday Nights at Rhodeside Grill Hosted By Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

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Rhodeside Grill, 1836 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington

Rhodeside Grill Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Wednesday nights! Please do come join us once again Wednesday night, March 4th! DOWNSTAIRS!! Two signups at 7:30pm and 10:00pm!!

Featured at 10:00pm: The Sharpened Flats!

https://www.facebook.com/thesharpenedflats/

Bio:

"The Sharpened Flats are an all original Northern VA Rock Band made up of three local boys with a dash of west coast drummer. Jesse plays rhythm guitar and harmonica and is the lead singer/songwriter, Steve lays down the bass and backing vocals, Chris jams lead guitar, and Ben plays drums. The music is a mixture of standard American Rock & Roll genres, with a dominating Classic Rock flair and powerful lyrics. The band has been a collaborative effort in the making for almost a year now, with Jesse writing the songs and everyone coming together to find our sound. We’ve been polishing our chops, rehearsing hard, embracing opportunities to play, and we are ready to rock!"

Don't miss The Sharpened Flats' 30 minute set immediately following the 2nd signup at 10:00pm!!

And open mic night is FREE, NO COVER! All ages til 10:00pm then 21+ after 10:00pm. See you all again this Wednesday!!!! Yay!!!! Can't wait!!!! :-) For more information please visit http://www.alexparez.com/ and http://www.rhodesidegrill.com/ Thank you!!

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Open Mic Night Wednesday Nights at Rhodeside Grill Hosted By Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

Open Mic Night Wednesday Nights at Rhodeside Grill Hosted By Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

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Rhodeside Grill, 1836 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington

Rhodeside Grill Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Wednesday nights! Please do come join us once again Wednesday night, February 26th! DOWNSTAIRS!! Two signups at 7:30pm and 10:00pm!!

Featured at 10:00pm: Cameron Pulley!

Don't miss Cameron Pulley's 30 minute set immediately following the 2nd signup at 10:00pm!!

And open mic night is FREE, NO COVER! All ages til 10:00pm then 21+ after 10:00pm. See you all again this Wednesday!!!! Yay!!!! Can't wait!!!! :-) For more information please visit http://www.alexparez.com/ and http://www.rhodesidegrill.com/ Thank you!!

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Open Mic Night Wednesday Nights at Rhodeside Grill Hosted By Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

Open Mic Night Wednesday Nights at Rhodeside Grill Hosted By Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

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Rhodeside Grill, 1836 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington

Rhodeside Grill Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Wednesday nights! Please do come join us once again Wednesday night, February 19th! DOWNSTAIRS!! Two signups at 7:30pm and 10:00pm!!

Featured at 10:00pm: Max Redding and the Dogwood Gospel!

https://dogwoodgospel.com/

Genre Americana/Alt-Country/Alt-Rock

Band Members Max Redding - Guitars/Lead Vocals Vic Alvarenga - Bass Kyle Jackson - Drums

Hometown Lucketts, VA

About Max Redding & The Dogwood Gospel is a hard driving energetic blend of Americana, alt-country, and hard rock hailing from Furnace Mountain, Virginia.

Influences Uncle Tupelo, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Son Volt, Johnny Cash, the Carter Family, The Get Up Kids, Gaslight Anthem, Hot Water Music, The Wallflowers, Smashing Pumpkins, Bob Dylan, Sturgill Simpson, Rod Melancon, Dax Riggs, Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals

Don't miss Max Redding and the Dogwood Gospel's 30 minute set immediately following the 2nd signup at 10:00pm!!

And open mic night is FREE, NO COVER! All ages til 10:00pm then 21+ after 10:00pm. See you all again this Wednesday!!!! Yay!!!! Can't wait!!!! :-) For more information please visit http://www.alexparez.com/ and http://www.rhodesidegrill.com/ Thank you!!

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