The more I sat with this album, the more the title started to hit different. Pigs can’t fly, and Northside kids aren’t supposed to either. That’s the lie they grow up hearing. It echoes in the way just surviving gets mistaken for success. Don’t aim too high. Don’t...
Looks like we got another dose from NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series this week, the spotlight is not only on the legendary West Coast hip-hop ensemble, Cypress Hill, but also on a few of our favorite homegrown musicians hailing from Richmond. This killer set, along with the celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, was cherry-on-top blessed...
As the sun-soaked days unfurl and music festivals grip our collective consciousness, we can't help but cast an introspective glance at the plethora of exceptional talent teeming right in our own backyard, within the vibrant locale of Richmond. This city, a pulsating melting pot of practically every musical genre conceivable, serves up a weekly...
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...
Welcome to an exclusive interview with Ant The Symbol, the multi-talented artist and music producer who recently released his fantastic new album, I Know Who I Am. Today, we dive deep into the creative process, inspirations, and collaborations behind this album. Let's find out more about the journey that Ant The Symbol embarked on to create this...
This week at the magazine, we're setting our sights squarely on RVA Music Night for Friday Cheers. It's only right that we shine the spotlight on the vibrant, pulsating heart of Richmond, Virginia's eclectic music scene. Known as a breeding ground for talent that burns with unquenchable creativity and diversity, Richmond has blessed the global...
"That was just one of the best weekends I've ever had in my life." I'm sitting on the steps of Main Street Station with Elijah "X-Glide" Fulgham, a 22-year-old up-and-comer in the East Coast street dance scene. He's telling me about his experience at the Red Bull "Dance Your Style" event on April 21, an invitation-only qualifier for the national...
Last night, Virginia Beach was absolutely LIT. Even though severe weather and tornado sightings cut the festival short, the vibes were unstoppable at Elevation 27 for the Clipse Family Afterparty. Pusha T and No Malice straight-up dominated the stage, while Gabe Niles set the tone flawlessly, wrapping up the festival with the ultimate energy and...
As the eagerly-awaited Something In The Water Festival triumphantly returns to Virginia Beach this weekend, attendees can look forward to a smorgasbord of high-energy music, interactive activities, and culinary delights. From April 28th to April 30th, the Oceanfront, stretching from 4th to 15th streets, will morph into a vibrant paradise for...
In this candid conversation, McKinley Dixon opens up about his growth as an artist, the impact of the pandemic on his creative process, and his move from Richmond to Chicago. Known for his introspective lyrics and genre-blending sound, Dixon shares how he's learned to condense his songs while maintaining their emotional depth. A proud Richmonder,...
