It's an exciting time to be in Richmond; Spring is on the horizon, although it feels like it's been here for weeks already, and the days grow longer as we itch to get back outside. Yet, we must wait just a little while longer. I've got some music here to hold you over...
Thank you to everyone who participated in our voting this year. It's our first time compiling such a catalog, and it's truly been great to see the enthusiastic response with so many votes and shares. Also, we can't help but admire the incredible talent in our community. Musicians and artists are not only showcasing their own work but are also...
When we saw the lineup, it definitely caught our attention. Major hip hop legends coming to Charlottesville, VA for a locally grown festival? We are down to know more. Digging in with Jay "Jaewar" King, the dynamic creative force behind Vibe Riot and the creator of Vibe Fest, is on a mission to unify and celebrate diversity through the...
Looks like we got another dose from NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series this week, the spotlight is not only on the legendary West Coast hip-hop ensemble, Cypress Hill, but also on a few of our favorite homegrown musicians hailing from Richmond. This killer set, along with the celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, was cherry-on-top...
In a city teeming with musical talent, it's only right that the festival scene should reflect this incredible diversity. This year, the DayDream Fest 2023 at Main Line Brewery on May 28th - 29th takes center stage once again, promising an intoxicating blend of genres and a DIY, grassroots spirit that sets it apart from its contemporaries. The...
As Richmond slowly emerges into the Summer, music lovers are going to be constantly inundated with shows, releases, festivals, and all things live music. Every weekend for the next two months Richmonders will have a Friday Cheers to attend, new music every Friday or Saturday from local groups, not to mention all the other bands that are making...
As the eagerly-awaited Something In The Water Festival triumphantly returns to Virginia Beach this weekend, attendees can look forward to a smorgasbord of high-energy music, interactive activities, and culinary delights. From April 28th to April 30th, the Oceanfront, stretching from 4th to 15th streets, will morph into a vibrant paradise for...
As the weather begins to warm up, a lot of people choose to slow dead outside and enjoy the Spring sunshine. With Summer and festival season just around the corner, it's time to start finding some bands that embody that vibe of sitting on a beach and drinking your favorite chilled beverage in the hot sunshine. Now although easy listeners are...
I first saw Tim Beavers II and Nekoro Williams perform 7 years ago in the Summer of 2016. I had recently moved to Richmond to attend Virginia Commonwealth University, and having been in the city less than a week, and freshly 18 years old, I was itching for a sense of freedom. Teaming up with a friend from high school who also recently moved...
It's 2023 and it is time to get ready for another year of unforgettable live music this summer in Downtown Richmond! Friday Cheers presented by Hardywood Park Craft Brewery, is back for its 38th season bringing the best up-and-coming artists to Brown’s Island with headliners Snail Mail, Sierra Ferrell, Butcher Brown, Sampa The Great,...
