Five years ago, the local music scene in Washington, D.C., was dismal save for a few go-go bands and an up-and-coming rapper named Wale. Today, D.C. is home to a vibrant, exciting movement of indie bands and electronic acts that are poised to breakout at any moment.

On the forefront of that movement is Brett, a four-piece electronic-pop outfit churning out some undeniable dance-pop tracks that have resulted in an arsenal of impressive remixes by local DJs and producers. We caught up with the band’s Mick Coogan and Kevin Bayly before Brett’s show at The Dunes Saturday night (Photos here),

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