It started in a living room. Not a gallery, not a venue — just the house of Richmond artist Jered Fykes. A few friends hung their work on the walls, invited people over, and had a good time. Honestly, that’s how most real art scenes begin. That was back in 2018. Now,...
Richmond’s psychedelic punk outfit, SLUMP, has recently released a punishing two song debut EP. Richmond’s psychedelic punk outfit, SLUMP, has recently released a punishing two song debut EP. Self described as “sonic fuckery,” the four piece band consists of three Virginia Commonwealth University students, Hector Miranda (guitar/vocals), Will...
Celebrated crooner and songwriter Johnny Mathis is not only still alive, he's still on tour - and you'll get your chance to catch the performer when he c Celebrated crooner and songwriter Johnny Mathis is not only still alive, he's still on tour - and you'll get your chance to catch the performer when he comes to the Altria Theater this spring....
The last time Richmond witnessed the deep soul grooves, smooth jazz sounds, gospel-esque vocals, and raw, contagious energy of Brooklyn's The Nth Power was back in April when they played a show at The Camel. The last time Richmond witnessed the deep soul grooves, smooth jazz sounds, gospel-esque vocals, and raw, contagious energy of Brooklyn's...
For instrumental prog metal group Animals As Leaders, both Weightless and The Joy of Motion were each steps up in terms of developing the band’s sound with progressive guitar techniques from the albums that came before. For instrumental prog metal group Animals As Leaders, both Weightless and The Joy of Motion were each steps up in terms of...
We all know Richmond has a vibrant music scene, one that's constantly transforming and getting better every day, but what of the rest of Virginia? It's important to remember that as good as we have it here in town, Old Dominion still has plenty of fresh and exciting bands worth your attention. We all know Richmond has a vibrant music scene, one...
Here's what you shouldn't miss this week, no matter how the election has got you feeling. Thursday, November 10, 8 PM Drive By Truckers, Kyle Craft @ The National – $23 in advance/$28 at the door (order tickets HERE) You know what’s great? The Drive-By Truckers are not only coming to Richmond but will be taking up residence at The National for a...
For those of you who tune into Richmond’s public access channel, your Thursday night’s just got a whole lot more interesting. And for those who don’t, it might be time to get with the program. For those of you who tune into Richmond’s public access channel, your Thursday night’s just got a whole lot more interesting. And for those who don’t, it...
Richmond-based label Spacebomb Records stole artist Georgie away from England to record the artist’ Richmond-based label Spacebomb Records stole artist Georgie away from England to record the artist’s first single, “Company of Thieves.” The track shows off some classic rock and roll sensibilities performed with a modern flair. The instrumentation...
RVA is a town of music lovers and we hold a special place in our hearts for all the talented bands and musicians that play every night of the week in our music venues. RVA is a town of music lovers and we hold a special place in our hearts for all the talented bands and musicians that play every night of the week in our music venues. So when a...