Richmond’s hip-hop scene has long been fueled by underground grit and undeniable talent, but few have represented the city on the national stage quite like Mad Skillz. And now, after a career that spans nearly three decades, he’s experiencing a well-deserved moment in...
The only thing more awesome than witnessing some fantastic local live music is having your monies go toward helping out a genuine cause or person in need (of more than just beer and weed scrilla). The only thing more awesome than witnessing some fantastic local live music is having your monies go toward helping out a genuine cause or person in...
Chance Fisher doesn't like that you don't dance, so he's teamed up with producer Yankee of Charged Up to rock a beat that will at the very least make your head nod. Chance Fisher doesn't like that you don't dance, so he's teamed up with producer Yankee of Charged Up to rock a beat that will at the very least make your head nod. Chance tells us,...
Experimental electronic music producer Darren Cunningham, under the moniker Actress, has just released his 4th full length LP, Ghettoville, on the Werkdiscs label. Over his career, Actress has accumulated labels like Techno, MicroHouse, and IDM. Despite these labels, his music isn't easily categorized, and the songs on Ghettoville are far from a...
Last week was a double kicker for Diamond Youth, the Baltimore-based alternative rock band. Their new EP, Shake, was released on Tuesday the 4th by Topshelf Records, and they started their tour with Turnstile, Turnover, Blind Justice, and Angel Du$t the next day at Strange Matter. Last week was a double kicker for Diamond Youth, the...
Today, for the first time anywhere, we're pleased to bring you the complete lineup of RVA Noise Fest III, taking place April 18-20. This festival of experimental sound takes things to a whole new level in its third year--5 shows at 4 different venues, spread over 3 days and featuring over 50 acts, for an avalanche of noise the likes of which this...
If you've been keeping up with the VA scene over the past couple years, you're probably aware of Charlottesville indie-psych quartet The Fire Tapes, who sadly split up last year. However, Fire Tapes bassist Rob Dobson hasn't let the demise of his previous band slow him down any--his new duo, Big Air, have just released their debut album, Buds, on...
On Thursday, January 30, Strange Matter played host to day one of a three day mini-tour featuring three VA bands: The Snowy Owls, Left & Right, and Lil Huffy. The groups were joined at Strange Matter by fellow VA residents The Cales. On Thursday, January 30, Strange Matter played host to day one of a three day mini-tour featuring three VA bands:...
This is a momentous occasion. Neutral Milk Hotel, who changed the game with their 1998 indie-rock masterpiece, In The Aeroplane Over The Sea, spent most of the past 15 years in hibernation mode. But now they're back! This is a momentous occasion. Neutral Milk Hotel, who changed the game with their 1998 indie-rock masterpiece, In The Aeroplane...
Grassroots reggae-rock band Rebelution have mastered the art of conveying deep emotion to its listeners through tempo, mode and melody. Their positive, passionate and inspirational music crosses several genres and has attracted fans from all walks of life. Grassroots reggae-rock band Rebelution have mastered the art of conveying deep emotion to...
