It’s been five years since I’ve written anything on Richmond music. A lot changes in five years, but there isn’t a soul I know who would argue that the last five haven’t been exceptionally turbulent. Some things remain in place: The Camel, RVA Mag, and my...
At one point, we were certain to crown the recent album by Gnod – InGnodWeTrust – as our absolute favorite of the year. Consisting of two stupefyingly brilliant, towering tracks of utter madness, InGnodWeTrust immediately captured our full attention and refused to give it back. But then something unexpected happened. Gnod released Chaudelande...
There were days when it was comforting to find Nate Rappole at practically every street corner. Whether this was on a weekend in Carytown outside Plan 9 or camped out on the First Friday Artwalk, the unique mastery of Gull was witnessed by all. There were days when it was comforting to find Nate Rappole at practically every street corner. Whether...
With another standout year for music under our belt, we thought we'd sit down and ask what two music writers thought of the upcoming year, and more particularly, who they thought we should keep an eye on in 2012. With another standout year for music under our belt, we thought we'd sit down and ask what two music writers thought of the upcoming...
Midnight Soulstice is a Richmond Soul and Funk radio show, hosted by Mr. Felty & DJ Pari, featuring guest artists and DJs.The show airs every Friday from 11pm-1am EST. Listen live at 97.3fm or WRIR.org Midnight Soulstice is a Richmond Soul and Funk radio show, hosted by Mr. Felty & DJ Pari, featuring guest artists and DJs.The show airs every...
Todd Raviotta was busy this past weekend. In addition to capturing some great images and footage of The Trillions at the Camel on Sunday, he was also at the Black Girls CD release party, which happened at The Camel the night before. He hooked us up with a plethora of great images, as well as one truly unforgettable video. Read on! Todd Raviotta...
Thursday, 1/19 The Milkstains, Fire Bison (pictured above), Tideland @ The Nile Ethiopian 10pm. Thursday, 1/19 The Milkstains, Fire Bison (pictured above), Tideland @ The Nile Ethiopian 10pm. Thursday, 1/19 Sindustry featuring Notorious Nino (photo by Buddha G) – (house), Jmungz – (electro), Ill Omen – (drum & bass) @ Synergy (11 South 12th St. –...
Come out for the first BRAIN DRAIN of 2012 and celebrate the 3rd year of the party with the Audio Ammo Crew. We’ve had some wild parties over the last few years with some of your favorite DJ's including Drop the Lime, AC Slater, Deathface, Dillon Francis, Stretch Armstrong, Skerrit Bwoy, Paul Devro and more. We couldn't of done it without you,...
The boys have come out with a new video for their track, "Ghost Walking" and I'm loving this combo of anime and metal. Watch out for our exclusive interview with Lamb Of God in the next RVA Magazine coming out in February! The boys have come out with a new video for their track, "Ghost Walking" and I'm loving this combo of anime and metal. Watch...
Hey everybody, there's a brand new hardcore/metal supergroup in town! On the heels of their departure from Darkest Hour, Paul Burnette and Ryan Parrish have joined forces with Tony Foresta and Phil Hall of Municipal Waste to form Iron Reagan. They've got a demo up on Bandcamp now for your listening pleasure, and if you dig the other bands these...
