Here’s the scoop from the doorman at the Fuzzy Cactus last Friday — the opening local act, Gull, is not one to be missed, and the doorman, who is also a furniture designer/maker and a VCU grad named TJ Krivankec, was surprised that so many had missed it. The turnout...
\m/ Prepare yourselves, metal warriors! \m/ We gather here today to witness a showdown of epic proportions, where the gods of metal shall determine who possesses the mightiest shred! We wish we had a scientific "SHRED-O-METER" that could accurately gauge the power, speed, and precision of these riff masters, but alas, such a device remains a...
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of contemporary music as we take you through a curated selection of album reviews. From the evocative synths of Yeah Yeah Yeahs' "It's Blitz" to the rollicking sounds of Palominos' "Egos", this collection of critiques touches diverse genres and moods. Be captivated by the raw energy of Ida Maria's "Fortress...
In this article, we dive into the diverse world of music as we explore five enticing albums from an eclectic range of artists. From the captivating melodies of Neko Case to the electrifying beats of The Prodigy, this piece showcases the plethora of musical talent available for the discerning ear. Neko Case Middle Cyclone ANTI- It has been three...
Even though I’d sworn off going to a hip hop/ rap show ever again, I went to go see Snoop Dogg perform at the National for a few reasons. One, to hang out with an old friend. Two, the tickets were free. Three, I didn’t have anything else to do. But I couldn’t say I was excited about it. Even though I’d sworn off going to a hip hop/ rap show ever...
Detroit electro-rockers Electric Six headlined the Canal Club on Tuesday with their first ever Virginia show. The band was as rambunctious as ever spouting out new and old songs from their seasoned repertoire. Their playful stage antics, and silly, sexy and outrageous songs sent the diminutive audience in to a dance epidemic, which the singer,...
Welcome to "RVA Second to None Compilation", a striking collection of musical pieces that encapsulates the vibrant and diverse music scene of Richmond, Virginia in 2009. With a selection that spans a gamut of genres from punk to metal, folk to experimental, this compilation exhibits the veritable cornucopia of talent that called Richmond home....
Embark on a sonic expedition through the golden year of the Richmond music scene - 2008. Immerse yourself in the vibrant melodies, riffs, and rhythms that reverberated through the air with the RVA Magazine’s ‘Year in Review CD Compilation for 2008’. From the exhilarating beats of No BS! Brass Band’s ‘Iron Palm’ to the haunting vocals of Sweat...
Wanted to share some images with you. A reminder of what can happen when the people of this city get together in a positive way. A blog post of my own experience from January 03, 2008. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dro7S6SoiWM&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Frvamag.com%2F&source_ve_path=MjM4NTE It was the longest day of my life. A...
Duke Ellington once described jazz as, “...a trunk of soul with limbs reaching in every direction.” Metaphorically, there is no better way of describing a music that lives, grows, breathes, absorbs, entwines, climbs, bebops, rocks, pops, and sighs, as jazz does. It stretches itself across the world but never thin. It bounds from smoky clubs and...
