Gordon Sterling & The People Ignite Pearl Street Warehouse With New Album, "One Crow Shy of a Murder" | 7.26.25
- Nate Payne
- Jul 29
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 12
Photos & Words by: Nate Payne
Washington, D.C.’s waterfront was alive with energy Saturday night as local favorite Gordon Sterling and The People celebrated the release of their new album, One Crow Shy of a Murder, with a powerful and emotional performance at Pearl Street Warehouse. The Union Stage Presents venue—known for showcasing some of the region’s most vibrant live acts—proved the perfect setting for the occasion. Its intimate layout fostered a strong connection between the band and a packed crowd of fans, family, and friends.
The evening kicked off with a high-energy set from Seven Teller, a Baltimore-based band led by musician and songwriter Sam Cochran. The group brought a swirling blend of psychedelic rhythms and improvisational textures that immediately set the tone. Their expansive soundscapes filled the room and drew in early arrivals, earning enthusiastic applause from the audience. Seven Teller continues their North American tour into the fall.
Shortly after, Gordon Sterling and The People emerged from backstage and launched straight into the title track of the new album. Known for their genre-blending fusion of soul, rock, funk, and blues, the band delivered a tight, passionate performance that took the crowd on a dynamic journey through the record.
One Crow Shy of a Murder, the group’s second full-length album, features 12 tracks that showcase Sterling’s vocal range, lyrical honesty, and emotional depth. From introspective ballads to high-energy anthems, the band moved seamlessly between moods, with stellar performances from every member.
After playing through the entire album, Gordon Sterling and The People continued the night with additional crowd favorites and deeper cuts from their catalog, keeping the energy high and the room moving until the final encore. With One Crow Shy of a Murder, the band has further solidified their place in the DMV’s musical landscape—offering a sound that’s rich in soul and unafraid to speak to deeper truths.
The album is now available on all major streaming platforms.
Gordon Sterling & The People
Seven Teller | Pearl Street Warehouse | Washington, D.C. | Nate Payne Photography | 7.26.25
Gordon Sterling & The People | Pearl Street Warehouse | Washington, D.C. | Nate Payne Photography | 7.26.25
All photographs shown are copyright © Nathan Payne and are presented for web browser viewing only.
Photos contained within this site may not be reproduced, downloaded, stored, copied, manipulated, altered, or used in any form without prior written permission.
Photography By:
Comments