“This interview was a blast. You know it’s a good one when even the editing (work) is fun. Join us in this episode as we discuss the creation of this wonderful band, their goals, and the process of building the perfect lineup (it’s tough), Crayola House and unwanted...
The beloved story about the Boy Who Lived is coming to the Altria Theater in the near future. The soundtrack from the movie adaptation of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone will be played by the Richmond Symphony Orchestra on February 10, as part of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series. The movie itself will play on a large screen behind the...
There are a lot of mediocre bands in Richmond, yet McKinley Dixon is emerging as the face of what the music scene should be. Why? Because in a political age cast from the worst excesses of our own human nature, Dixon is making us confront our most unpleasant realities. Unlike other bands who lead us to believe that things are somehow alright, he...
With the release of their latest album, The Milkstains are back in business with shows all over Richmond. “Punch The Sky” did not disappoint breaking out summer-worthy sonic jams at the peak of the season. The grime surf band began back in 2003 when Katchinoff and Sizemore were in high school. Lopez joined seven years later creating The...
Last night, Richmond was hit with the news that Brian “The Honorable Sleaze” Davis, Sr., a staple of the local hip hop scene, died suddenly following complications during surgery. Co-producer of the now-defunct Just Plain Sounds netlabel, Sleaze was known for his work as a skilled producer and artist. His most recent album, Heavenly/Devilish II:...
Richmond-based DJ collective Body Talk has been funking up the local disco scene for almost five years. This weekend, their newest Skyyline event is kicking off at The HofGarden’s rooftop with guest DJs from Baltimore’s 4 Hours of Funk. Body Talk’s funk parties bring the 80s dance party to RVA every last Saturday of the month at Continental...
The beginning of the month is upon us, and local venues have graciously given us new music for our mind, our body and our souls. Check out the shows scheduled for The Broadberry this month below: MON 7/03/2017 9:00 PM The Broadberry The Art Of Noise RVA WED 7/05/2017 8:00 PM The Broadberry Crystal Garden (feat. Boyd Tinsley of Dave Matthews Band)...
It’s the beginning of the month, which means a slew of new shows at local venues around town. The Camel always has an excellent selection of local and regional bands and musicians that kill it every night of the week. Check out the rundown for July below: 7/3 - Solace Sovay, Mangoux, Debrider, Faces of Society, Ebo Walker, 9PM, FREE 7/4 - CLOSED...
Festieheads rejoice, a new music & arts festival will bring life back to Mayo Island this Saturday. Jam Sandwich, put on by Richmond’s Three One One Productions, is a one-day event bringing live music, arts and crafts, yoga, and more to Mayo Island this weekend. Headlining the festival are Michael Franti & Spearhead and Moon Taxi, along...
From what started out as a local band of friends in Norfolk, Major and the Monbacks (now Super Doppler) blends the talents of six musicians striving to bring a twist of psychedelic rock-n-roll and 60s pop with the release of their new album, Moonlight Anthems. Nine years strong, this six-man band has worked as a cohesive, democratic group of...
