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Greg Roth - singer/guitarist - retro vibes

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About
Greg Roth is an Alexandria VA-based singer/songwriter who performs at breweries, wineries, concert venues, corporate events, private parties, and special occasions. A former rock journalist, his treats his setlists like mixtapes, weaving together covers and originals to cultivate the right vibe for the venue and audience. He has released two albums of original music and performed in 25 states and 6 countries, including local venues like the State Theater, DC9, Rock and Roll Hotel, Hard Rock Cafe, and others throughout DC/Northern Virginia. In addition to his own music, he covers songs by artists in the americana, power pop, and indie rock genres, while playing many recognizable songs as instrumentals with jazz and jam band style, perfect for background music. As a solo performer, he plays either acoustic or electric guitar with a loop pedal to create a one-man band atmosphere, as well as extended jams perfect for events that need enjoyable live background music. Finally, he is the founder of The What Have You, a concert series featuring local up-and-coming songwriters and bands. In 2001, he co-founded a charity concert series called Proof Thought The Night that raised funds for a dozen groups in the aftermath of September 11.
Overview

Serves Alexandria, VA

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1 employee

4 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, and Venmo.

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Facebook, Instagram

Services offered

Event type

Birthday party

Cocktail hour

Corporate event

General event

Music types

Vocals

Guitar

Other strings

Music genres

Pop / top 40

Rock / classic rock

Jazz / Blues

Covers

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Sara L.

Sep 15, 2025

Gregg has been a long time performer at Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC. We always enjoy working with him. He brings fans and the crowd loves his set!
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John G.

Sep 15, 2025

They brought a lively vibe to our venue and the guests loved their set!
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Gregory Roth

FAQs

  • What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

    Pricing is all-inclusive of traveling to the event, set-up performance, and pack up.

  • What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

    Greg has performed in the DC area on and off for the past 20 years, in various band, and at events as a solo artist. As of 2025, he is a full-time musician. He has released two albums, a short film soundtrack, played just about every venue in the DC area smaller than the 9:30 Club, and toured for a short time, playing in 25 states, along with Canada, England, Ireland, Portugal, and Germany. His songs have been featured in independent movies and corporate podcasts. He has a professional background that includes a a decade of experience in the association work, along with corporate communications. He is a former employee of Thumbtack as a speechwriter, a position he also held in Congress, and at some well-known DC-based organizations. For corporate events, happy hours, and parties, he has extensive experience on the planning side with these events (not to mention attending them).

  • How did you get started doing this type of work?

    Greg has been a musician since he took up drums in 4th grade. He even won a (small) scholarship to Berklee College of Music at a high school jazz band competition. He started writing music and playing guitar in the mid-90s while in college.

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