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DAILY FIX: Gent & Jawns “Holler”

Put out by Mad Decent, tag-team duo Gent & Jawns have posted their first vid and all new material to match. Needless to say its dope and big step up all around. Make sure and check it after the break.... Put out by Mad Decent, tag-team duo Gent & Jawns have posted...

PODCAST: Anthony Nesossis

Born in Panama and based in Richmond, Virginia, Anthony Nesossis (pronounced Knee-so-sis) is an artistic visionary with an ear for the auditory. Born in Panama and based in Richmond, Virginia, Anthony Nesossis (pronounced Knee-so-sis) is an artistic visionary with an...

WRIR And The Commonwealth Of Notions Presents: Volume Two

Todd Raviotta is one of my greatest collaborators. With my articles in RVA Magazine, I’ve been fortunate to have Raviotta as one of the regular photographers that I get to work with. When I began assembling all of the details for my fundraising event this year, I knew...

DAILY FIX: Laetitia Sadier, “The Rule Of The Game”

In the new issue of our magazine, we told you about how good Silencio, the latest solo album from Stereolab vocalist Laetitia Sadier, is. Now here's further evidence--the video for the album's leadoff single, "The Rule Of The Game." In the new issue of our magazine,...

RVA No. 9: Soulpower

For years, Soulpower has been the most popular rare soul and funk dance party in town – and it is one of only two parties of its kind in Virginia. Every third Saturday of the month at Balliceaux, hosts Mr. Felty and DJ Pari spin original vinyl 45s – bringing back the...

NEXT WEEKEND: Cold Blank Takes Over RVA!

RVA massive, I have but one question for you--are you ready?!? Cold Blank, the LA electro-house producers who own underground label Burn The Fire, will be here in Richmond in just over a week's time, and they'll be taking the stage at Kingdom fully prepared to melt...

DAILY FIX: Baroness, “Take My Bones Away”

The new album from Baroness, Yellow & Green, has been polarizing opinions and stirring up the band's fanbase since early tracks were leaked online a couple of months ago. Its official release on Relapse Records finally occurred two weeks ago, and now that fans are...

RVA No. 9: The Diamond Center

Seattle has grunge; the likes of Nirvana and Soundgarden define it to its rainy core. Omaha has Conor Oberst. Washington DC has Fugazi. Hell, even Oklahoma City has The Flaming Lips. For Richmond, when it comes to being defined by the bands it has birthed, it gets...

SUNDAY: Richmond Music Review #3 At The Tobacco Company

That's right, it's time for round 3! The third installment in our monthly showcase of local talent is being held this Sunday at The Tobacco Company in historic Shockoe Slip. This is a non-competitive evening of music and fun--no battles, just a great way to check out a whole bunch of excellent Richmond-based music in one place. On the bill for...

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PODCAST: BOUNCE 41 – REINHOLD, “Bass Driven”

I'm very excited to be getting out a new mix, finally! It's been a busy year, and I have been playing gigs and helping to produce and push events. So it's good to finally lay down a mix and get the creative juices flowing. This past year has also seen me really getting into bass-driven beats from multiple genres. I'm finding amazing new producers...

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SHOW REVIEW: Cory Smoot Memorial

Mensrea, Cannabis Corpse, Antietam 1862, Dave Brockie Experience, Throne From Royalty, Make Like Murder Saturday, January 7 at the Canal Club A show like this is sure not just to bring kids to the pit, rather to kick their doors down, put em in a chokehold, and drag them to Canal Club to see this show. If I remember correctly I only paid ten...

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FRIDAY: Evidence Of Dilated Peoples At the Canal Club!

Legendary Los Angeles rapper Evidence is probably best known for his work with the excellent hip-hop group Dilated Peoples, but he also has a thriving solo career. His second solo album, Cats And Dogs (a reference to his nickname of "The Weatherman," which was also the name of his first solo LP), dropped back in September on Rhymesayers...

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One Way Richmond’s Show Picks 1/16-1/18

Monday, 1/16 The Greater the Risk (pictured above), Youngbloods, Heavy Heart, Like the Stars @ The Camel 8pm. 18+ Monday, 1/16 The Greater the Risk (pictured above), Youngbloods, Heavy Heart, Like the Stars @ The Camel 8pm. 18+ Tuesday, 1/17 Graveyard (pictured above), Radio Moscow, Ancient Wisdom @ Strange Matter 9pm. (possible sellout – please...

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RVA Bass Bulletin #5: Powered By White Raver Rafting

Who says the sax is dead? Big Gigantic’s Dominic Lalli has officially put any of that talk to sleep. Big G, which also includes home grown drummer Jeremy Salken, released their third album, Nocturnal, this week, and I personally am at a loss for words. The way they meld sound is both incredible and unique, combining live instruments and...

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TONIGHT! Black Girls CD Release Party At The Camel!

That's right, folks, the new Black Girls CD is called Hell Dragon, it's out now on Worthless Junk Records, and you can come grab a copy for yourself at the Black Girls show tomorrow night at the Camel! Freshly returned from a ten day tour of the South, the Girls (who, to avoid misconceptions, are actually all boys) are in top form, and you can...

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Win Tickets To See Coeur De Pirate At The 9:30 Club!

Béatrice Martin, the 22-year-old Montreal-based Francophone singer/keyboardist who goes by the name Coeur De Pirate, will be at the 9:30 Club in less than two weeks, on Wednesday, January 25, and we Béatrice Martin, the 22-year-old Montreal-based Francophone singer/keyboardist who goes by the name Coeur De Pirate, will be at the 9:30 Club in less...

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