Gallery5 and the surrounding blocks of Jackson Ward became a portal to the past, where the clang of steel, the scent of woodsmoke, and the hum of lively conversation set the scene for the Richmond Renaissance Faire’s fundraising kickoff. Organized by Virago Alley in...
At the age of 12, Casey Veggies (AKA Casey Jones) had the dream of being a rapper, and by the 9th grade his dream was a reality when he dropped his first mixtape - Customized Greatly Vol. 1. At the age of 12, Casey Veggies (AKA Casey Jones) had the dream of being a rapper, and by the 9th grade his dream was a reality when he dropped his first...
There's no doubt that Shadow Age know how to make a first impression. From their mysterious, fog-enshrouded live performances to the melancholy yet hypnotic sounds of their debut EP, Silaluk, released this week on 6131 Records, they have a powerful presence that's impossible to ignore. There's no doubt that Shadow Age know how to make a first...
The first Thursday this May was a throwback night of sorts at Strange Matter, but (thankfully) instead of mediocre cover bands and DJs, the bill was stocked with acts heavily influenced by the altroc The first Thursday this May was a throwback night of sorts at Strange Matter, but (thankfully) instead of mediocre cover bands and DJs, the bill...
Five local bands are headed to Axton, Va. Five local bands are headed to Axton, Va. tonight to play at the seventh annual Rooster Walk Music and Arts Festival, a charity fundraiser that takes place every Memorial Day weekend to promote music, arts and education for the area. RVA favorites The Shack Band, The Southern Belles, People’s Blues of...
LAVA Music Fest made its debut in Suffolk, VA this past Saturday at the Suffolk Executive Airport with a unique approach to a one-day music festival that would hopefully entice concert-goers across th LAVA Music Fest made its debut in Suffolk, VA this past Saturday at the Suffolk Executive Airport with a unique approach to a one-day music...
We got out first listen to COMACOZER about a week ago when their album landed in our inbox and we've been pretty hooked ever since. We got out first listen to COMACOZER about a week ago when their album landed in our inbox and we've been pretty hooked ever since. Expect heavy drone, rock'n riffs, and even more wah-pedal action as you peruse the...
Richmond's greatest metal sons Lamb of God are set to release their next album, but they've released a taste on their website. Richmond's greatest metal sons Lamb of God are set to release their next album, but they've released a taste on their website. Check out 'Still Echoes' below: The new album, VII: Sturm Und Drang (German for “storm and...
FEATURE SHOW Saturday, May 23, 8 PM FEATURE SHOW Saturday, May 23, 8 PM DRI, US Bastards, Rat Infested, Vicious Tides, Kombat Wombat @ Strange Matter - $20 If you were ever in your life ready to thrash, Saturday night better be the night! The living legends of thrash, inspirations to a generation, the almighty DRI will be in town that night, and...
RVA is a city that has always been overrun by every type of music imaginable and Richmond local Sam Reed's new album, This Is L RVA is a city that has always been overrun by every type of music imaginable and Richmond local Sam Reed's new album, This Is Love, is a lot like the city where it was created. From gospel to hip hop, no two tracks sound...
