Punk is thriving in Richmond, as punk tends to do anytime the country feels in turmoil, and disarray, a tightly wound spring of frustration and discontent just itching to burst forth. Punk is that outlet. To many of our readership, punk is THE truth. Punk is what...
Trent Reznor (frontman of the famed Nine Inch Nails) has a new project, How To Destroy Angels, and their EP is available at the link provided. Also on the project is his wife, Mariqueen, who fronted West Indian Girl, and the extremely talented Atticus Ross, who has done production and programming for Trent Reznor in the past. Download, and enjoy!...
This has been building for months as the guys behind the decks will finally go head to head in a tag team battle at RVALUTION this week. The Audio Ammo crew have been building their rep on sold out parties at Club 534 while the PLF have been performing to bigger and bigger crowds on the artwalk and regional burns. Its the best of the best that...
Since the inception of Alcest a decade ago, the band has been riding a wave of artists who straddle the divide between the atmospheric blur of shoegaze and the primal aggression of heavy metal. So-called “metalgaze” likely would have been inconceivable as each respective genre defined itself during its nascent years, a time in which mopey,...
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 We have another great show coming up tonight. As part of our popular Deep Diggin’ series, Midnight Soulstice co-host DJ Pari will dig deep in his...
This week we have XSV from Charlottesville VA - bringing you a great mix that spans a few different genre's. Tastemakers Reinhold and Jennings bring you BOUNCE, our showcase of the best in local and regional deejays sets. PLF/RVA - working on bringing you the newest sounds from all over! For all the information you need email john@rvamag.com....
Janelle Monae - The ArchAndroid (Bad Boy/Atlantic) Retro-soul (featuring non-synthesized instruments!) meets ambient sci-fi production on this slice of futuristic funk by P. Diddy's latest protege. Straight-up dance tracks like "Tightrope" are the immediate hits, but psychedelic curiosities like "Mushrooms And Roses" reward repeat listens. The...
I've been keeping this close and I tried to deny it but the beats, the flow, the vibe - its all working for Theophilus London. I can't stop listening to these tracks. Cop the This Charming Mixtape for free here and check the videos below the break. I've been keeping this close and I tried to deny it but the beats, the flow, the vibe - its all...
Deftones - Diamond Eyes (Reprise) Although they are sometimes reviled for their nu-metal past, Deftones have thankfully shed all resemblance to Korn. Their latest release mixes chugging guitars with surrounding layers of atmosphere, creating a dark emotional feel that's almost like Sunny Day Real Estate. Compelling and subtly catchy, Diamond Eyes...
RVA RADIO brings you the best in regional deejays. Tonight we bring you Jackie O from DC. "Whether it's on the mic or behind the turntables, DJ Jackie O is ready to set the club scene on fire. With her punk stylings and hip-hop swagger, she's rocked parties with Willy Joy (URB's Next 100) in Chicago to Taxlo (voted best party in America - Blender...