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February 28 Economic Blackout: What You Need to Know

Starting tonight at midnight, Americans are being asked to do something that might feel unnatural in a culture built on convenience and consumption: stop spending. For one day, The People’s Union USA is calling for a nationwide economic...

The Death of Ipanema, or Richmond Shrugs Again

Ipanema is gone. You probably saw it on Reddit, sandwiched between a blurry photo of a pothole and a debate about whether the city’s latest apartment complex looks more like a dentist’s office or a minimum-security prison. The regulars lamented. The former regulars...

Photos | Chandler’s Going Away Show at The Broadberry

Few artists in Richmond’s hip-hop scene have made as much noise in recent years as Chandler Matkins. From viral moments to sold-out shows, his rise has been marked by constant evolution and increasing recognition. His recent Going Away Show at The Broadberry was a...

Prism Aura | Inside the Mind of Eli McMullen

7:00 PMWestlake Hills33°F and FrostyPlaylist: Gradients on Spotify Photo by Mike Avey of Penrose Projex "It's honestly a bit of my own therapy to just be by myself on my bike—no music or distractions. Really allowing everything around me to pass through my mind, but...

It’s Still Our City | Ep. 4 TRAPCRY 🏳️‍🌈

"A key figure in Richmond’s ongoing music renaissance, TRAPCRY is absolutely killing it. If you’re not already familiar, it’s time to change that. His music is captivating, fun, and truly unique. I first saw him perform while working security at one of his shows, and...

Virginia Combating Swastikas

Placing a swastika to intimidate churches has been a felony in Virginia for years. However, the seldom-used law has only ever been applied once since the rise of fascist movements in the last decade. The difficulty in charging neo-Nazi vandals lies in proving intent...

RVA Radio: The Bird Peterson Holiday Spectacular Special Edition

All text via Bird Peterson Soundcloud: All text via Bird Peterson Soundcloud: The Bird Peterson Holiday Spectacular from & / OR on Vimeo. It's that time of year! Time for Mr. Peterson to deliver his most favorite gift to you all: The Bird Peterson Holiday Spectacular! This year St Pete returns with a few brand new surprises as well! Join...

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RVA Radio: Window Shades Radio Mix By Miguel Migs

All text below via Miguel Migs Soundcloud: Deep textures, soulful dubbed out vocals and boogie down basslines All text below via Miguel Migs Soundcloud: Deep textures, soulful dubbed out vocals and boogie down basslines all intertwine in this seamless mix featuring a variety of musical styles and elements for your listening pleasure... enjoy!...

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RVA Radio: DJ Gon – Jock Jam

All text below via DJ Gon's Soundcloud: All text below via DJ Gon's Soundcloud: Inspired by ESPN's compilation series of "Jock Jamz" It featured music from the mid-1990s that mainly consisted of classic 1980s and 1990s dance music. It also had some house music, hip-hop & classic disco music. I put a little bit of a twist on it and added...

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RVA Radio: Machinedrum

Words and mix via Machinedrum Soundcloud: Hey luvs Words and mix via Machinedrum Soundcloud: Hey luvs This mix was originally posted last year on Clash Magazine as part of their podcast series. A mix for celebrating fun in da sun. Here's my description on Clash from fall 2012 : This mix is a soundtrack to your Indian summer, if you’re having one...

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RVA Radio: Score Emerald Beats Platinum Edition, A Dj Mix

Anthony began his musical journey by playing violin and flipping through his parents vinyl collection. Later in life he became a successful DJ performing at a mix of clubs, raves and private events. Anthony began his musical journey by playing violin and flipping through his parents vinyl collection. Later in life he became a successful DJ...

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In Depth: REINHOLD’s Swamp Thing Mix

The banks of the James river in August are no joke. It’s so freaking humid it’s hard to see where the river actually starts. The banks of the James river in August are no joke. It’s so freaking humid it’s hard to see where the river actually starts. It’s the middle of the night and there’s a thick haze over the brown, barely moving water. Only...

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RVA Radio: Love Letters Vol. 1

RVA RADIO is down with bringing you new music whenever we find it. Often we profile and share out local producers and DJs. RVA RADIO is down with bringing you new music whenever we find it. Often we profile and share out local producers and DJs. If you are interested in being profiled on here, hit us up at hello@rvamag.com with a mix!...

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In-Depth: Bleep Bloop

In-Depth is a podcast from RVA Magazine focusing on unique and talented electronic music producers and DJs. In this podcast, we will hopefully introduce you to some new creative music. In-Depth is a podcast from RVA Magazine focusing on unique and talented electronic music producers and DJs. In this podcast, we will hopefully introduce you to...

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