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The one event that I look forward to every summer is Capitol Hill Block Party! Having attended since high school and all throughout college, this music festival has sort of defined my life in the neighborhood and growing up there for four years. This year, more than ever, is an important one.  When I first attended the festival, I was still a little high school student that couldn’t wait to see Girl Talk and Vampire Weekend and now it feels like we’re coming around full circle because Girl Talk is back for round two. This year is also the first time that Yow Yow! has its own press pass. In years prior, I’ve always had one for other publications that I’ve written for, but it means so much more to have Yow Yow! recognized. So to prepare for the big event, we’re having preview posts for each day and which acts you should be seeing!
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Telekinesis – 5:15-6PM – Main Stage

When I first discovered their single, “Please Ask For Help” a couple years ago, I must have listened to it on repeat for an entire season. My music tastes have vastly changed over the years, but Telekinesis was kind of a throwback to my indie rock days. It’s funny because when you look at a band name like that, you’re expecting something a little bit psychedelic, but that just isn’t the case with this band. I am so very excited to be seeing them this Friday and while I am currently unfamiliar with the rest of their albums, I feel like knowing that they have one single that I love is a pretty good sign.
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