We have a fond farewell in the books this week. Community in our eyes, feet in the door, we look forward. Ever onward. Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? Hit me up at griffin@rvamag.com....
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OTAKU PARTY! It’s Anime Night In Richmond
Grab your comfiest dancing shoes, anime fans; Anime Night is coming to town to help you dance the night away to your favorite jams from your favorite series. Founded by Evan Tuccarello, who also works as a concert promoter, Anime Night is a touring dance party. It's in the same vein as the popular Emo Night and Taylor Swift Night dance parties...
In The Heat Of The Night Vol. 4: Destructo Freaknick Dance Party
The stars of hops have aligned as we collaborate with the maverick potion conjurers over at Bingo! Beer Co. Our crew of urban explorers, armed with cameras, is on a vision quest every weekend. They're downing the rabbit hole to navigate the throbbing arteries of the city that pulses like a never-ending rave past the witching hour. This week, we...
IDLES Rained Punk Fire at The National in Richmond
Last week, IDLES delivered a stunning performance at The National, leaving everyone's mind blown. Here are the best photographs from the party, captured by one of our favorite Richmond photographers, Ko Soum. Thank you to all those who participated in the IDLES ticket giveaway. We hope you all had an unforgettable experience. Give Ko a follow...
Flipturn, Landon Elliott & SMYTH: This Week’s Sound Check
As summer settles into the city with its lazy dog days and a peaceful hush descends with students on holiday and families on vacation, it's time for RVA Mag to lend you a helping hand in making the most of this laid-back season. Whether you're basking in the sun's freedom on the shores of the James River or seeking some quiet debauchery in the...
CHANDLER, The Unexpected Rapper
Chandler Matkins? He's a laid-back dude, funny as hell, but you look at him with that fiery red beard and bald head, and you're like, "A rising rap star? Nah!" Him being a comedian? Absolutely, no doubt about it. Him playing drums for a Southern roots rock band? Yeah, that totally fits. But a rapper? I mean, really? But maybe that is what's so...
Destructo Disk is the Richmond DIY Punk Band to See Right Now
There was a time in recent history the raw, revolutionary power of rock 'n roll was more than just an outlet for teen angst, but a mouthpiece for social change. It was a time when ear-splitting guitar riffs and soul-stirring lyrics resonated with a generation looking for a voice amidst societal turmoil. Grunge giants like Nirvana and Pearl Jam,...
The Vegabonds, Idles & Marshall family Values: This Week’s Sound Check
This week in Richmond is going to be an absolute whiplash of lush musical genres. Throughout the week the venues big and small will be filled with raucous music of all kinds from all corners of the world that stand posed to either trip you out or trip you in the mosh pit. A new R&B cd is making the rounds in town and there's only one place...
We Need To Have An Uncomfortable Conversation About Dads
The maestro of snark, DJ Cranky Pete, has come to light as none other than Senior Cranky from the iconic early 00s Richmond Alt Weekly Punchline, who gifted those of us that remember with his grumpy “scram-off-my-lawn” commentaries on city life. Fast forward to now and he’s rocking huge beard and a funny Substack called Five Song Friday, where...
Tank & The Bangas, No BS! Brass and Lunch $pecial: This Week’s Sound Check
Ladies and gents, can you feel it? That sizzle in the air, the pulse in the wind? That's not just the summer heat, that’s the electrifying buzz of music in Richmond! Bid adieu to the Canadian forest fire haze and say hello to the sizzling fiesta of beats that is about to invade your senses. This week on SOUND CHECK, we're kick-starting the city...
