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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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Previous events

Brittany's Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

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Brittany's Restaurant , 12449 Dillingham Square, Woodbridge

Brittany's Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo!

Calling all musicians, poets, instrumentalists!

Every Monday in the Dining Room!

I will perform a 30 minute set 8:15pm-8:45pm, so come on by early!

8:00pm Sign Up! Performances 8:15pm-11:30pm!

Bring Your Own Instruments!

The first show starts on June 21st, 2021!

Brittany's Supports Local Artists and Musicians!

12449 Dillingham Square Woodbridge, VA

Smoke Free Room - Questions? 571.243.4719

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.brittanysrestaurant.com

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo!

Returns to The Hilton Fairfax, VA Hotel Lobby Bar aka NoVA Bar and Grill!

Thursday! September 14th, 2023 5:00pm-8:00pm!

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.hilton.com/en/hotels/iadfahh-hilton-fairfax

Brittany's Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

 — (EDT, UTC-04) — (EDT, UTC-04)

Brittany's Restaurant , 12449 Dillingham Square, Woodbridge

Brittany's Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo!

Calling all musicians, poets, instrumentalists!

Every Monday in the Dining Room!

I will perform a 30 minute set 8:15pm-8:45pm, so come on by early!

8:00pm Sign Up! Performances 8:15pm-11:30pm!

Bring Your Own Instruments!

The first show starts on June 21st, 2021!

Brittany's Supports Local Artists and Musicians!

12449 Dillingham Square Woodbridge, VA

Smoke Free Room - Questions? 571.243.4719

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.brittanysrestaurant.com

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Returns to The Tight Five Pub! To Perform as part of and to Guest Host The DMV Makes Music Songwriter's Showcase!

Sunday! September 10th, 2023, 8pm-11:30pm!

Featuring:

8:00pm-8:15pm: Eliza Tebo

8:15pm-8:30pm: Liah Perez

8:30pm-9:00pm: The Timber Bridges

9:00pm-9:15pm: Joey Howard

9:15pm-9:30pm: King Icarus

9:30pm-9:45pm: Adam Kyle

9:45pm-10:00pm: Evan Hendricks

10:00pm-10:15pm: Silent Gnomes

10:15pm-10:30pm: IK David

10:30pm-10:45pm: Zach Castle

10:45pm-11:00pm: Pangeo

11:00pm-11:15pm: Alex Parez

11:15pm-11:30pm: Lew Calico

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.thedmvmakesmusic.com

www.tightfivepub.com

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Returns to Bear Branch Tavern in Vienna, VA! Saturday, September 9th, 2023 9:30pm-12:30am! alexparez.com

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Bear Branch Tavern, 133 Maple Avenue East, Vienna

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Returns to Bear Branch Tavern in Vienna, VA!

Saturday, September 9th, 2023 9:30pm-12:30am!

www.alexparez.com

www.bearbranchtavern.com

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

Returns to Twin Oaks Tavern Winery in Bluemont, VA!

Saturday! September 9th, 2023 2:00pm-5:00pm!

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.twinoakstavernwinery.com

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Live! At Blue Quartz Winery and Shotwell Run Brewing Company! In Etlan, VA!

Friday, September 8th, 2023 6:00pm-9:00pm!

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.bluequartzwinery.com

www.shotwellrunbrewing.com

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Returns to The Tight Five Pub! To Perform as part of and to Guest Host The DMV Makes Music Songwriter's Showcase!

Thursday! September 7th, 2023, 7pm-11pm!

Featuring:

7:00pm-7:15pm: Christian Brown

7:15pm-7:30pm: Alex Parez

7:30pm-7:45pm: Paul Burghard

7:45pm-8:00pm - Han Tran

8:00pm-8:15pm: Chris McKenna

8:15pm-8:30pm: Rugan Lewis

8:30pm-8:45pm: Ben Ryan

8:45pm-9:00pm: Zawadi Carroll

9:00pm-9:15pm: King Icarus

9:15pm-9:30pm: Summer Chambers

9:30pm-9:45pm: Lea Holz

9:45pm-10:00pm: King Icarus

10:00pm-10:15pm: Dylan Dellisanti

10:15pm-10:30pm: Matt Lawrence

10:30pm-10:45pm: Jasper Hobbs

10:45pm-11:00pm: Matt Castle

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.thedmvmakesmusic.com

www.tightfivepub.com

Brittany's Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

 — (EDT, UTC-04) — (EDT, UTC-04)

Brittany's Restaurant , 12449 Dillingham Square, Woodbridge

Brittany's Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo!

Calling all musicians, poets, instrumentalists!

Every Monday in the Dining Room!

I will perform a 30 minute set 8:15pm-8:45pm, so come on by early!

8:00pm Sign Up! Performances 8:15pm-11:30pm!

Bring Your Own Instruments!

The first show starts on June 21st, 2021!

Brittany's Supports Local Artists and Musicians!

12449 Dillingham Square Woodbridge, VA

Smoke Free Room - Questions? 571.243.4719

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.brittanysrestaurant.com

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Returns to Dogwood Tavern in Falls Church, VA! Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 9:30pm-12:30am! alexparez.com

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Dogwood Tavern, 132 W Broad Street, Falls Church

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Returns to Dogwood Tavern in Falls Church, VA!

Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 9:30pm-12:30am!

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.dogwoodtavern.com

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo returns to Taco Rock in Falls Church, VA!

Weather Permitting!

Friday! September 1st, 2023 6:00pm-9:00pm!

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.thetacorock.com/taco-rock-falls-church

Aug29

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Live! At Sonoma Cellar in Old Town Alexandria, VA! Tuesday, August 29th, 7:00pm-10:00pm! alexparez.com

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Sonoma Cellar, 207 King Street, Alexandria

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Live!

At Sonoma Cellar in Old Town Alexandria, VA!

Tuesday, August 29th, 2023, 7:00pm-10:00pm!

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.mysonomacellar.com

Brittany's Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

 — (EDT, UTC-04) — (EDT, UTC-04)

Brittany's Restaurant , 12449 Dillingham Square, Woodbridge

Brittany's Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo!

Calling all musicians, poets, instrumentalists!

Every Monday in the Dining Room!

I will perform a 30 minute set 8:15pm-8:45pm, so come on by early!

8:00pm Sign Up! Performances 8:15pm-11:30pm!

Bring Your Own Instruments!

The first show starts on June 21st, 2021!

Brittany's Supports Local Artists and Musicians!

12449 Dillingham Square Woodbridge, VA

Smoke Free Room - Questions? 571.243.4719

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.brittanysrestaurant.com

Aug27

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Live! At Virginia Gateway!

Outdoor Performance at the fountains in front of Soma's and Francesca's! Weather Permitting!

Sunday, August 27th, 2023, 1:00pm-2:00pm

www.alexparez.com

www.vagateway.com

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo Returns to Nanny O'Briens Irish Pub in Washington, DC!

Saturday, August 26th, 2023 9:00pm-11:00pm!

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.nannyobriens.com

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Live!

At Grape and Bean Rosemont in Alexandria (Rosemont Neighborhood), VA!

Thursday, August 24th, 2023, 6:30pm-8:30pm!

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.grapeandbean.com/pages/Rosemont

Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo! Live!

At The Hard Rock Cafe in Washington, DC!

Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023, 5:00pm-8:00pm!

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.hardrockcafe.com/location/washington-dc

Brittany's Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo

 — (EDT, UTC-04) — (EDT, UTC-04)

Brittany's Restaurant , 12449 Dillingham Square, Woodbridge

Brittany's Open Mic Night hosted by Alex The Red Parez aka El Rojo!

Calling all musicians, poets, instrumentalists!

Every Monday in the Dining Room!

I will perform a 30 minute set 8:15pm-8:45pm, so come on by early!

8:00pm Sign Up! Performances 8:15pm-11:30pm!

Bring Your Own Instruments!

The first show starts on June 21st, 2021!

Brittany's Supports Local Artists and Musicians!

12449 Dillingham Square Woodbridge, VA

Smoke Free Room - Questions? 571.243.4719

www.alexparez.com/shows

www.brittanysrestaurant.com