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SHOW REVIEW: ASAP Rocky

ASAP Rocky & ASAP Mob, Schoolboy Q, Danny Brown Friday, November 16 at The National A couple weeks ago I made my way to The National for the very anticipated Long.Live.A$AP tour featuring Danny Brown, Schoolboy Q, A$AP Rocky, and the A$AP Mob. ASAP Rocky & ASAP Mob,...

REVOLT OF THE APES Presents: An Interview With The Very Wicked

The world being what it is, we tend to spend little time discussing the measurable, geographic divides that separate us, focusing less on the quantifiable differences, and more on the qualitative similarities we share in our love of music. Whatever our desire for an...

DAILY RECORD: Blut Aus Nord

Blut Aus Nord – 777: Cosmosophy (Debemur Morti) There are certain merits to anything that can be ascertained by comparing subjective preconception with whatever of its factual essence can be gleaned. A filthy diner might make the best hamburger; the dustiest book in...

One Way Richmond’s Must-See Show Previews 11/28-12/4

FEATURE SHOW Saturday, December 1, 9 p.m. Blowfly, Bermuda Triangles, Soulpower/Midnight Soulstice DJs Pari & Mr. Felty @ Strange Matter - $10 Adv - http://blowflyrva.eventbrite.com / $12 Door / 18+ File this under: I’m pleasantly amazed Blowfly is coming to Richmond!...

SHOW REVIEW: Red Fang

Red Fang, Lord Dying, Black Tusk Friday, November 9 at Kingdom Enthusiastic fans came out in droves on November 9th to witness Red Fang and Black Tusk grace Richmond with their presence at Kingdom, along with tourmates Lord Dying, who took the stage first. Red Fang,...

Sounds Of RVA Presents: On The Horizon #37

The bustle of the season is upon us, and parties will get stacked one upon another until you are holidayed out. Be sure to stay on top of the music scene during the month of December. From Dave Brockie at Gallery 5 to the Sau reunion at the Ghost of Pop 8, there are...

RVA No. 11: Lamb Of God Update

When we last spoke with Chris Adler, drummer of Lamb Of God, things were going very well with the band. They were about to release their seventh album, Resolution, and had big plans for a year filled with touring and performances all over the world. Since then, a lot...

SUNDAY: Word 2 Your Mother Dance Party At The Camel!

Local nonstop hip-hop party rockers Slapdash have yet another event prepared for the city's enjoyment this weekend. We assume you'll all be spending Mother's Day with your family, but if you're looking for something to do that night, look no further than Slapdash's Word 2 Your Mother dance party at The Camel. Local nonstop hip-hop party rockers...

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SHOW REVIEW: Papadosio

Papadosio, Biodiesel Saturday, May 5 at The National The shrimp quesadillas were almost ready. Cinco de Mayo celebration was in effect. However, a late breaking text tore me away, and sent me driving excitedly to The National. Papadosio was in town, ending their Awake Inside Tour where their started it, in Virginia. And I had a photo pass. I was...

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FRIDAY NIGHT: Flux Pavilion At The National!

One of the biggest names in electronic dance music is making his way to Richmond tomorrow night! Flux Pavilion's appearance is sure to be a sold out bass-heavy dance/rage fest with an atmosphere similar to the recent madness that was the Bassnectar show. Making a stop at The National for his Standing On A Hill Tour, the British bass music...

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DAILY RECORD: Moss Icon

Moss Icon - Complete Discography (Temporary Residence) Moss Icon were a hardcore band from Maryland in the late 80s and early 90s. They came along just late enough that hardcore purists like Steven Blush, author of American Hardcore: A Tribal History, would tell you that they missed the original era of the scene, when things were "real" and...

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Sounds Of RVA Presents: On The Horizon #8 (The Ocho)

What is it about a rainy Spring afternoon or evening that makes composition and writing flow so naturally? Sure, rain can kill attendance at what would otherwise be a rager of a show. But rain is ultimately some pretty righteous inspiration. It looks like the mood has hit Richmond musicians in all kinds of genres, because so much music is being...

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One Way Richmond’s Show Picks 5/10-5/13

Thursday, 5/10 Radio Rubber Room presents Beef Lizard, Sam Robinson and the Groove-Elators (pictured above), The Dream Machine @ The Republic 9pm. Thursday, 5/10 Radio Rubber Room presents Beef Lizard, Sam Robinson and the Groove-Elators (pictured above), The Dream Machine @ The Republic 9pm. Thursday, 5/10 Mark My Words; A Laff Hut Comedy...

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Cold Cuts w/ Long Jawns & Doddie @ NY Deli

Cold Cuts continues every month with party rockers Long Jawns and DJ Doddie of the Audio Ammo Crew. Giant subs, heavy bass and tunes to shake your ass to always make for a good night! Come through! Cold Cuts continues every month with party rockers Long Jawns and DJ Doddie of the Audio Ammo Crew. Giant subs, heavy bass and tunes to shake your ass...

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SHOW REVIEW: Bassnectar

Bassnectar (with Vibe Squad, Mr. Projectile) Wednesday, April 25 at The National This show was an experience--like a Grateful Dead show. I talked to people from all over the East Coast, part of a larger community of fans who traveled great distances to see the Richmond Bassnectar set. It was a massive event - bright lights, visuals, and hard to...

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THIS WEEKEND: Tom Tom Founders Festival In Charlottesville!

It’s been an exciting month for the city of Charlottesville. In celebrating this year’s Tom Tom Founders Festival, several artists have taken to the streets to show off their love and support of the creative community. Between workshops, initiating dialogues with many local artists and developing conversations regarding how social media has...

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