PETE HAYES & THE CONTRADICTIONS

Pete Hayes steps out from his role as a founding member of The Crystal Casino Band to present his solo project Pete Hayes & the Contradictions, described as a cinematic indie rock experience that deepens the sound he has carried since the 2014 tumblr-indie era. His music blends the deadpan swagger of Lou Reed with the introspection of The National and the grand wall-of-sound production of Phil Spector, rooted in Washington, DC. The show features two supporting acts: Color Palette, an indie dream pop band from DC that won a Wammie Award for Best Pop Song in 2020 and has shared stages with Charli XCX, released a new EP in November 2025 (Zombie EP) with more music planned for 2026; and Jem Wilde, a DC‑based singer‑songwriter whose indie folk/folk‑rock draws comparisons to Lucy Dacus, Soccer Mommy, and Phoebe Bridgers, with lyrics exploring queer identity, healing, and catharsis, informed by his background in poetry and classical dance.

When: Friday, July 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM.

Showtimes: Door time is 7:00 PM; performance start time is not specified in the source text but likely follows door opening.

Tickets: Ticket price is $17 in advance, $20 at the door. Tickets are available for purchase (paid event).

Lineup: Pete Hayes & the Contradictions (headliner), with supporting acts Color Palette and Jem Wilde.

Genre: Indie Rock.

Ages: All ages are welcome.

Venue: Songbyrd Music House, located at 540 Penn Street NE, Washington, DC.

Additional Notes: The event is part of the venue’s concert series. The description emphasizes Pete Hayes’s evolution as an artist and the distinct styles of the supporting acts. No run time information is provided in the source text.