Messthetics with James Brandon Lewis (Stage 6)
The Messthetics are an instrumental trio from Washington, DC, Featuring Fugazi's rhythm section-Joe Lally (bass) and Brendan Canty (drums)-with guitarist Anthony Pirog. Since forming in 2018, they've toured widely and released two albums on Dischord Records. In 2023, they joined forces with saxophonist James Brandon Lewis for an album on Impulse Records. Their live shows remain fiery, spontaneous, and a testament to their dedication to the performance experience.
Grant Support
- The Augustine Foundation
Season-long Sponsors
- A. Mark Neuman
- Anonymous
- Phyllis Robeson & Family
Corporate & Community Gold Sponsor
- The Whip at Backland Radio dot com
Corporate & Community Silver Sponsors
- Adams Outdoor Advertising
- WEFT 90.1 FM
- Smile Politely
- Kessler Optical
- Chambanamoms.com
Corporate & Community Bronze Sponsors
- Comfort Suites
- Koester Law, PLLC
- Triptych Brewing
Endowed Underwriter
- Trent Shepard
Patron Underwriter
- Gözen & Chris Hartman
- Jill & James Quisenberry
Patron Sponsor
- Jan Aramini & Michael Pettersen
- Patricia Plaut & Kenneth Suslick
Patron Co-Sponsor
- Frances & Marc Ansel
- Patricia & Jonathon Dessen and Emily & Ryan McKay
- Leonard (Len) Lewicki
- Brenda & Stephen Pacey
- Julia & Gene Robinson
- Pat & Allan Tuchman
