Legendary post-punk icon, renowned writer and celebrated musician Vivien Goldman will be performing a special live music set on Friday, April 1 at the Marx Café in Mt. Pleasant as part of the We Fought the Big One 18^th Anniversary event.

Goldman, who began her writing career in the British rock press of the 1970s, has authored two books on Bob Marley, an award-winning book on female-led punk bands and contributed reviews, interviews and commentary to Rolling Stone, NME, The New York Times and many more. Goldman is also a long-time Adjunct Professor at NYU’s Clive Davis Institute of Recording Music, earning her the unofficial title of “punk professor.”

As a musician, Goldman was a member of The Flying Lizards in the early 1980s, then recorded solo with members of PIL, The Raincoats, Aswad and Robert Wyatt – recordings that have achieved cult classic status and were included on the 2016 compilation album, “Resolutionary.” Goldman released her first full-length album, “Next Is Now,” in 2021 to great acclaim.

As with Goldman’s outdoor concert at Rhizome on Aug. 19, 2021, the April 1 show will see Goldman supported by Dunia & Aram, a DC-based duo who blend punk, reggae and jazz into their own unique sound. Dunia & Aram are getting ready to release their debut album this summer, which will include a cover of Goldman’s cult favorite “Launderette.”

Expect top tier DJ sets before and after the live music, with some surprise guests behind the turntables! There will also be a chance to win a Vivien Goldman LP!

The Marx Café will be offering Happy Hour prices on Chimay and Bitburger (from 10pm to 2am) while supplies last. There is no cover for the show, but donations are encouraged.

WE FOUGHT THE BIG ONE started in 2004 to celebrate trailblazing artists like Vivien Goldman and The Flying Lizards from the Marx Café turntables. Goldman’s “Launderette” has remained a staple of the night over the past 18 years. To have the honor of hosting Vivien Goldman for an in-person live performance at WFTBO’s 18th Anniversary event is nothing short of surreal. We hope you will join us for this momentous occasion.

Listen to and purchase Vivien Goldman’s Resolutionary compilation and Next Is Now album on Bandcamp. And check out Vivien Goldman’s website for more information about her amazing contributions as a writer, educator, broadcaster and musician. Be sure to listen to and purchase Dunia & Aram’s music on Bandcamp. Be on the lookout for their soon-to-be-released debut album. The WE FOUGHT THE BIG ONE 18-Year Anniversary show is at the Marx Cafe (3203 Mt. Pleasant St. NW) on Friday, April 1st at 10pm.