Nothing but crazy bangers this week. These are all pretty big shows but it’s some of the best of the best in their respective genres, all in Richmond this week. Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? I am your guy...
Nothing but crazy bangers this week. These are all pretty big shows but it’s some of the best of the best in their respective genres, all in Richmond this week. Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? I am your guy...
The Canal Club, long known for hosting some of the city’s heaviest shows, hosted Obituary a few nights ago. The death metal titans shook the walls of the club in a blistering set that photographer Vincent Candela captured in a brilliant set of images. For those that don't know, Obituary is one of the pioneering bands in death metal, hailing from...
This Saturday, the corner of Mulberry and Main Street will come alive as Bamboo Café celebrates 50 years. Fifty years of whiskey, laughter, tears, and nights most people can’t remember, Bamboo has become more than just a bar—it’s a Richmond institution, a living time capsule of the city’s shifting culture. It’s the kind of place where generations...
It’s getting chilly, let's get at it. We got a really good selection of classics and new releases. It seems like everyone in the city is putting out music right now, all part of the Richmond Renaissance. Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? I am your guy at griffin@rvamag.com. The Camel | SATurday, October 12th,...
Once more, bridge the gap, dear Richmonders, or close up the gap with our Monroe Park rats… But when the blasts of indie rock blow in our ears, then imitate the beaver and fill the river stage. - Griffin Shakespeare Smalley. Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? I am your guy at griffin@rvamag.com....
Photographer Vincent Candela captured the energy of Vended's headlining nu metal show at The Canal Club on Friday night. With fierce support from Wristmeetrazor, Lie, and Half Past Dead, the venue was charged and ready for what would become a blistering performance. For the uninitiated, Vended hails from Des Moines, Iowa, and was founded in 2018...
Art is the lifeblood of any city, and if you’re in Richmond, you know we’re swimming in a sea of talent. From the quirky to the avant-garde, our city is a playground for incredible artists, organizations, and institutions that cater to every vibe and taste. As October rolls around, it’s time to crank up the excitement for artoberVA, the annual...
In a world teeming with dragons and hobbits, where mega-corporations churn out a never-ending stream of superhero nonsense and regurgitated franchises—where our options are reduced to Coppola’s farewell, the latest Transformers flick, or yet another Deadpool sequel—what happened to the joy of being an audience? I love Michael Keaton and the...
Cousinz Fest took over Norfolk, Virginia, last month, featuring the Queen, Erykah Badu, as the headliner alongside hip-hop legend Jermaine Dupri. The lineup also included Larry June Lion Babe, & Richmond's own Arts of Noise RVA, all hosted by the charismatic Chico Bean. Photographer Breon Corbett was on hand. For those that don't know. Born...
Virginia Repertory Theatre, Central Virginia’s largest professional theater company, is in the midst of a financial crisis that threatens to close its doors. A newly appointed leadership team discovered a significant financial shortfall, uncovering a legacy deficit of $1.7 million, along with a projected $1.6 million shortfall for the coming...