The HalFSmokes

The HalFSmokes bring a Washington-area tribute to the adventurous sound of WHFS, performing melodic pop, roots rock, and eclectic favorites associated with the station’s late-1970s through early-1990s era. Their set combines familiar singalong songs with deeper cuts, recreating the energy, attitude, and distinctive variety of WHFS’s influential radio programming.

The band features Billy Coulter, Bill Williams, Arch Alcantara, and Rich Nagel.

When: Thursday, November 19, 2026

Showtimes: 8:00 PM–11:00 PM

Tickets: $10 through Eventbrite or at the door, if tickets remain available

Lineup: Billy Coulter, Bill Williams, Arch Alcantara, and Rich Nagel

Music: Melodic pop, roots rock, and eclectic WHFS-era favorites from the late 1970s through the early 1990s

Venue: Hank Dietle’s Tavern

Address: 11010 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852