Events / Washington, D.C.

PETE HAYES & THE CONTRADICTIONS

Songbyrd Record Cafe
Friday, July 31, 2026•7:00 PM
Pete Hayes is the third version of his name, a founding member of The Crystal Casino Band who now steps into his own light with music that channels the deadpan swagger of Lou Reed and the grandeur of Phil Spector’s wall of sound. His solo work is rooted in Washington, DC, moving from '2014 tumblr indie rock' into something deeper, darker, and more cinematic.
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About Songbyrd Record Cafe

Located right in the heart of the Union Market district, this venue has established itself as a central home for music lovers and local performers looking to showcase their work.story_potoo

540 Penn St NE, Washington, DC 20009
Closed now
• Opens 6:00 PM
songbyrddc.com
+1 202-450-2917

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