Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo has been bringing acoustic rock (Americana, Classic Rock, Pop Rock and Old Time Country Western) 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 and fantastic bands Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Johnny Cash, the Eagles, Creedence Clearwater Revival, the Rolling Stones, The Doors among many others as well as such current and former local artists John Bustine, Brandon Butler, Michael Maloney, Derek Evry, and Jason Mendelson.
In duo/ trio/quartet mode, Alex is flanked by several accomplished musicians including harmonica sideman Terry Boes, bassists Derek Evry, Miles Townes, or Jason Mendelson, and veteran drummer Dan Perriello who performs with several other local bands or the fantastic drummer, Joe Mori or Chris Martin. Alex has also performed with many other local musicians for various tribute shows.
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Crooked Run Fermentation in Sterling at the Nectar Cocktail Bar, 22455 Davis Dr #120, Sterling
Hosting the Open Mic Night at Crooked Run Fermentation in Sterling, VA at The Nectar Cocktail Bar
Wednesday, October 21st, 2026, 5:45pm-9:00pm
Sign up at 5:45pm, performances 6:00pm-9:00pm
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Ornery Beer Company Public House Herndon, 2310 Woodland Crossing Dr Ste F, Herndon
Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Hosting Open Mic Night at Ornery Beer Company Public House in Herndon, VA!
Tuesday, October 20th, 2026, 6:30pm-10:00pm
Sign up at 6:30pm, performances 7:00pm-10:00pm
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Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo!
Live! At The Wild Rover Celtic Pub!
Saturday! October 17th, 2026, 7:00pm-10:00pm!
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The Barn of Harpers Ferry, 1062 W Washington Street, Harpers Ferry
Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo!
Live! Returning to The Barn of Harpers Ferry!
Thursday! October 15th, 2026, 8:00pm-10:30pm!
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Crooked Run Fermentation in Sterling at the Nectar Cocktail Bar, 22455 Davis Dr #120, Sterling
Hosting the Open Mic Night at Crooked Run Fermentation in Sterling, VA at The Nectar Cocktail Bar
Wednesday, October 14th, 2026, 5:45pm-9:00pm
Sign up at 5:45pm, performances 6:00pm-9:00pm
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Titan-palooza is coming to Lost Boy! Join us Sunday, October 11 from 3-5:30 PM for the unofficial afterparty of the T.C. Williams Class of '76 50th Reunion — an evening of live music featuring Titan alumni Tom Kemler, Joe Belkoski, Nandan Kenkeremath, Bill Kalish, and Jonathan Rall.
The lineup: - The Tuesday Morning Sound System - Mars Rodeo - Sid Satellite and the Ripple (headliner)
Titans, bring your classmates. Everyone else, come on out — all are welcome. Free to attend, cider on tap all night. For explorers, by explorers.
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Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo!
Live! Returning to the Nokesville Winery Tasting Room in Nokesville, VA!
Saturday! October 10th, 2026 5:00pm-8:00pm!
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Solace Brewing Company (Sterling, VA), 42615 Trade W Dr #100, Sterling
Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Live! Returning to Solace Brewing Company in Sterling, VA!
Friday! October 9th, 2026, 6:00pm-9:00pm!
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Crooked Run Fermentation in Sterling at the Nectar Cocktail Bar, 22455 Davis Dr #120, Sterling
Hosting the Open Mic Night at Crooked Run Fermentation in Sterling, VA at The Nectar Cocktail Bar
Wednesday, October 7th, 2026, 5:45pm-9:00pm
Sign up at 5:45pm, performances 6:00pm-9:00pm
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Private Event - Music Concert! Senior Living Community in Washington, DC!
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Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo!
Live! Returning to Twin Oaks Winery in Bluemont, VA!
Saturday! October 3rd, 2026 2:00pm-5:00pm!
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Private Event - Music Concert! Senior Living Community in Gainesville, VA!
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Solace Outpost in Falls Church, VA, 444 West Broad Street, Falls Church
Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Hosting Open Mic Night at Solace Outpost in Falls Church, VA!
New Sign Up Time! 6:30pm! Performances 7:00pm-11:00pm!
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American Legion Post 139, 3445 Washington Boulevard, Arlington
Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Back once again guest hosting Tom Hyland's New Open Mic Night at American Legion Post 139 in Arlington, VA!
Open to the public! Open Mic tonight and every Tuesday at American Legion Post 139. 3 songs, $3 beers!!!
6:30pm sign up, 7pm show!
3445 Washington Blvd Arlington, VA 22201
Parking - pull down the ally between the Legion and the traffic signal until you see the parking garage. Pull in and press the button on the intercom that says American Legion and someone will let you into the garage. Park in the red zone.
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Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Live! Returning to Nanny O'Briens Irish Pub in Washington, DC!
Saturday! September 26th, 2026 9:00pm-11:00pm!
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Crooked Run Fermentation in Sterling at the Nectar Cocktail Bar, 22455 Davis Dr #120, Sterling
Hosting the Open Mic Night at Crooked Run Fermentation in Sterling, VA at The Nectar Cocktail Bar
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026, 5:45pm-9:00pm
Sign up at 5:45pm, performances 6:00pm-9:00pm
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Ornery Beer Company Public House Herndon, 2310 Woodland Crossing Dr Ste F, Herndon
Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Hosting Open Mic Night at Ornery Beer Company Public House in Herndon, VA!
Tuesday, September 15th, 2026, 6:30pm-10:00pm
Sign up at 6:30pm, performances 7:00pm-10:00pm
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Blue Quartz Winery and Shotwell Run Brewing Company, 2585 S F T Valley Road, Etlan
Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Live! Returning to Blue Quartz Winery and Shotwell Run Brewing Company! In Etlan, VA!
Saturday! September 12th, 2026 5:00pm-8:00pm!
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Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Live! At Hawkley Brewing in Herndon, VA!
Saturday! September 5th, 2026 5:00pm-8:00pm!
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Chilly Hollow Brewing Company, 669 Chilly Hollow Road, Berryville
Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Live! Returning to Chilly Hollow Brewing Company in Berryville, VA!
Sunday! August 30th, 2026 1:00pm-4:00pm!