Mick Barr (acoustic set) / Vaelastrasz

Mick Barr, known for his blistering guitar work with Ocrilim, Orthrelm, and Krallice, presents a rare acoustic classical guitar set at Rhizome DC, joined by the Virginia-based dark ambient project Vaelastrasz. The evening pairs Barr's singular, lightning-fast fingerstyle compositions with Vaelastrasz's loop-based, melancholic soundscapes for a concert of focused, immersive listening.

When: Thursday, June 25, 2026, doors at 7:30 PM, show ends around 10:00 PM.
Showtimes: 7:30 PM start.
Tickets: $10–20 (sliding scale); advance tickets available via the Rhizome DC ticketing link.
Lineup: Mick Barr performs a special classical guitar set — the guitarist and composer has released countless recordings under the names Ocrilim, Orthrelm, and Octis, and has collaborated with Krallice, The Flying Luttenbachers, Zach Hill, Weasel Walter, and Sam Hillmer of Zs. His unique, high-velocity approach to the instrument remains unrivaled among contemporaries. Vaelastrasz is a dark ambient project from Virginia, formed in 2016 by musician Min Naing, conjuring melancholic and epic atmospheres with loop-based melodies.
Run time: Approximately 2.5 hours (7:30 PM – 10:00 PM).
Ages: Not specified; likely all ages unless noted by venue.
Venue: Rhizome DC, Washington, D.C.
Note: This is an acoustic set by Mick Barr, differing from his usual amplified performances.