Rosslyn Jazz Fest 2018
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 09/08/2018
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In addition, one of Cuba’s most critically acclaimed bands, Orquesta Akokánwill make their D.C.-area debut at the festival. Their self-titled debut album on Daptone Records was released earlier this year and described by NPR as a “a loving tribute to the sax and brass-driven orchestras of the past that operated like one giant rhythm machine.” Rounding out the bill is Seattle’s eight-piece soul band True Loves, and D.C.’s own AZTEC SUN voted by the Washington City Paper as the “Best Local Original Band.”
The free festival—now in its 28th season—brought out a record-breaking crowd of over 10,000 music fans last year. Along with the music, attendees can enjoy local food trucks and a beer and wine garden. The festival is easily accessible by WMATA (five-minute walk from Rosslyn Metro Station), bikeshare and Sprynt rideshare along the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor. Limited parking is also available.
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