Singer-songwriter Teddy Swims performed to a near-capacity crowd at Virginia Credit Union LIVE! in Richmond on Monday night, delivering a high-energy set that showcased his wide vocal range and genre-blending style. The show is part of Swims’ current tour in support...
All day long, buzz at the festival hinted that Anderson .Paak might be dropping by to show some love for his pals in Richmond's very own Butcher Brown. And the rumors were spot on. At DayDream Fest, Anderson .Paak was seen with Richmond’s own musical talents. Captured by local photographer Joey Wharton, .Paak appeared alongside rappers Michael...
I know you're itching to get back outside as much as I am, but while the rain clears up we'll have to wait just a little while longer. We're almost in festival season where outside concerts seemingly never end, with sunshine and tunes galore. Until then, we've got an another couple weeks of shows happening on this inside of your favorite venues...
A musical based on Pharrell Williams' childhood is set to be filmed in Richmond. It's a coming-of-age story set in 1977 Virginia Beach, drawing from Williams' upbringing in the Atlantis Apartments. Williams will produce, and Michel Gondry, known for Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, will direct. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07-QBnEkgXU...
It is that time of the year that we as a society collectively use Saint Patrick's day as an excuse to drink Guinness and wear paddy caps. I'm not much of a hat wearer myself, but I do love Guinness and city streets closed off to listen to music while perusing artisanal markets and stalls. If you also enjoy those things, well I have got news for...
Kick back and check out the conversation with Devonne Harris aka DJ Harrison, a down-to-earth local with some serious skills. He started Jellowstone Records from his living room, signed to the legendary Stone’s Throw label, put out several great albums, solo and with Butcher Brown, got a Grammy nod along the way, collabed with Polo and is right...
In this laid-back interview, I caught up with Richmond party scene vets Hip Hop Henry and Billy Crystal Fingers about their weekly Wednesday night event, Acid's Groove at Get Tight Lounge. They discuss the origins of the name, their love for acid jazz and rare grooves, and for making the party happen whenever they team up. ed. note: Before...
According to Big Fancy’s Instagram bio, they’re “kind of like a milkshake with all of your favorite things.” Sounds a bit too good to be true, but if your favorite things include smooth, sweet R&B, soul and pop sounds, you might be pleasantly surprised. Their Jan. 5 show at Gallery 5 sold me, and likely many other audience members, judging by...
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...
8:00PMUndisclosed location near Black Rock Mountain59FPlaylist: Fathoms on Spotify The following is from Penrose Projex by Mike Avery. Check it out HERE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AGHk-0UPiA Sundown was in full effect through the natural corridor of Rockfish Valley. While higher ground enjoyed a few glimmers of dying light, the...
