Nothing but crowd pleasers here. Got some big names in the scene and city all over the city this weekend, surely you’ll be at one? Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? Hit me up at griffin@rvamag.com....
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Weekend Frequency Vol. 16 | Lonesome Hymns, Front Porch Philosophy, and Southern Shadows Playlist by Erin Lunsford
Richmond gets it. More than any other city in Virginia. So here’s Weekend Frequency, a reader-curated playlist built for the city, by the city. This week’s mix comes from the ethereal Erin Lunsford, who will be performing on June 20th at the Reveler with Caroline Vain. "Long drives back to the city after visiting my home place in Southwest...
Sound Check | The War and Treaty, Juneteenth and The Camel, Tight Rope, & More!
I am glad to say Richmond shows out when need be. Even at the most empty shows there's two buddies in the corner that came to support. Keep RVA supportive. Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? I am your guy at griffin@rvamag.com. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ol-j9mnLgWY Friday Cheers The War and Treaty,...
Metro Sound Is Still Here. Richmond Just Keeps Making It Harder.
When Mark Szafranski bought the building at 117 West Broad Street in 1991, the property was in disrepair. Water seeped from the upper floors, the windows were falling in, and downtown Richmond was, at the time, more forgotten than revitalized. But Szafranski, a musician—not a developer—saw possibility in the neglect. He was playing accordion...
Weekend Frequency Vol. 15 | Slow Burn Funk, Soul Heat, and Crate Gold by Le Cache Dulcet
Richmond gets it. Maybe more than any other city in Virginia. So here’s Weekend Frequency—a reader-curated playlist built for the city, by the city. This week’s mix comes from Pat, the crate-digging selector behind Le Cache Dulcet, a café/record store at 109 E. Broad St. known for its deep vinyl cuts and dialed-in coffee. “This playlist is a...
Sound Check | LA LOM! Aimee Mann! Gnawing! & More!
This week we have artists that were born here, artists clawing their way up in the scene, and artists making their last stands. No matter what stage you’re at—give ‘em hell. No relent. Push, drive, make yourself better, and keep Richmond the haven it is. Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? I am your guy...
‘All In’ Art Show Came Out of Nowhere, and That’s Still The Vibe
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, it’s a little more organized. The All In Art Show returns for its fourth round...
‘Turnstile Summer’ Started With 10,000 Fans at A Free Show in BMORE
“Finally I can see it, these birds not meant to fly alone.” These lyrics from Turnstile’s new song “Birds” would define their set at Wyman Dell Park. Last month, Turnstile made their triumphant return to their hometown of Baltimore, Maryland. The band organized a free benefit concert with the help of Dana Murphy of Unregistered Nurse Booking...
The Vinyl Crypt of Scott’s Addition: Wax Moon’s Strange Magic
Off of Broad Street, deep in Scott’s Addition between warehouses and alleyways, is a black hole in the wall filled with music, vintage VHS, and (perhaps most importantly) Richmond’s preeminent collection of horror-themed pinball machines. I came to Wax Moon on a cool evening, unsure of exactly what I was looking for, until an all-black, barn-like...
Weekend Frequency Vol. 14 | Distorted Glory, Grunge Ghosts, and Glam Noise Playlist by Juda Wilo
Richmond gets it. More than any other city in Virginia. So here’s your Weekend Frequency, a reader-curated playlist, built for the city, by the city. This week’s playlist comes from Chris Adkins, the guy behind CAS, who is back under a new name: Juda Wilo. "If I was Harry Goldfarb from Requiem for a Dream, this would be my soundtrack—the...
