Goose is back in Richmond this week for a two-night stand at the Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront. For guitarist and vocalist Rick Mitarotonda, it’s another chance to chase what he calls “flow state” the unpredictable current that runs through both their songs and...
I believe we are in a Richmond Music Renaissance. It seems like everywhere I look there are new bands playing their first few gigs, more developed groups putting out their first big releases, or pairs going off on their first tour. Let’s water the flowers that are sprouting up everywhere, it makes the city prettier. We give our locals a backing,...
This week I am looking at three shows that could not be less similar in my eyes. There is a sharp contrast of energy and volume between the bands, a little bit of this and I dare say a little bit of that. I was not totally familiar with a lot of these artists and I am glad I have made some new discoveries, hopefully you have to! Got a show coming...
Faye Webster brought her alt-indie vibes to Brown’s Island a few weeks back, turning the riverside into a party for the night. She didn’t come alone. Webster rolled into town with julie, a grunge/shoegaze outfit that drips with ‘90s nostalgia, and Benét, a homegrown singer-songwriter. The night was a feast for music fans, with local photographer...
I am having one of those weeks where I fall absolutely head over heels in love with music and listening to these bands has done absolute wonders. Seeing Palmyra last week has me back on the grass (the blue kind) which could not line up better with the upcoming Brown’s Island Beer Fest. I am doing a bit of reminiscing at the Camel with bands I...
Cake, presented by Live Loud, performed on Brown's Island over the weekend and photographer Benjamin Lahoussine was on hand to capture the party. The show had a unique vibe. Between songs, lead singer John McCrea would talk about democracy and media divisions, really making the crowd think—even if it was a bit uncomfortable. He got everyone...
Alex Jonestown Massacre. I do not know if I have met a band with a name that explains so much about them. They are an undeniably and self-proclaimed political band, full of passion and anger, but in the exact same breath, lively and funny, ready to turn to a joke on a dime, and lastly, well read and thorough music lovers. I sat down to hear about...
Today’s the day, Richmond. The city is already sizzling, and 804 Day is back to turn it up a notch. Now in its second year, this free-for-all celebration is the biggest independent Richmond music block party of the year, bringing together a stellar lineup of local music heroes. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just dipping your toes into the...
Whoever was booking the shows for this week has my sincerest thanks. This week there are a lot of familiar groups for me which makes me tremendously excited. If they’re not super familiar to you, that’s great! You can spend the whole weekend getting first hand experience with all of these exciting and passionate groups. Got a show coming up? New...
Closing out July rockin’ and rollin. This week we have an absolute excess of rock in town. I cannot wait to see Avail, a legendary bucket list group, The Linda Lindas, a west coast band I have so far been only able to experience digitally, and Space Koi, a local band new to me but more unique than anything I have seen in a while. What can I say...
