ROCK & INDIE

Sound Check! Tennishu, Ms. Jaylin Brown, Nancy Raygun, Real Boston Richey

by Griffin Smalley | AMERICANA & BLUES, DOWNTOWN RVA, ELECTRONIC & EXPERIMENTAL, HIP HOP & RAP, MUSIC, NIGHTLIFE, RHYTHM & SOUL, ROCK & INDIE

Lately, I’ve been in a serious rap mood, and with that, I’m continuing my quest to dive deeper into the local scene. If you’ve got any tips, send them my way. Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? I am your guy at griffin@rvamag.com....

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Southern Rock Royalty: Warren Haynes’ Soulful Journey Continues

Every once in a while, you see a figure that could build a castle with his own two hands. Warren Haynes has got the resume. He first cut his teeth with David Allan Coe before joining Dickey Betts and, in turn, The Allman Brothers, where he has been a key figure since...

Prabir Trio Merges Eastern Vibes with Western Rock in ‘Rishikesh’

Prabir Trio, an India-inspired rock and roll band led by the talented Prabir Mehta, has just released their latest video and song, "Rishikesh." Directed by long-time RVA Magazine contributor Todd Raviotta, the track is from their upcoming album LONG AFTER THE EMPIRE,...

SOUND CHECK! Cowboy Bebop Live, The Barons, Mikaela Davis, & Cameron Cade

Get ready to fill your week with an eclectic mix of tunes and live performances that promise to stir your soul and get you moving. Whether you're looking to chill out to some nostalgic rock vibes, explore fresh new beats, or dive into the hypnotic world of post-punk,...

Photos | Hopscotch Music Festival 2024 by Jesse Peters

We usually stick to our Richmond roots, but Hopscotch Music Festival in Raleigh, North Carolina, has earned its place in our coverage. For over a decade, Hopscotch has been a magnet for Richmond bands, a cultural exchange that throws Virginia's finest into the mix of...

PHOTOS | Dark Days, Bright Nights by CJ Payne

Richmond has always been a hub for heavy music, and this past weekend, Dark Days, Bright Nights made its debut, casting a spotlight on the shadowed corners of our city's music scene. If you’re into metal, punk, hardcore, or anything in between, this festival had...

From Family Sing-Alongs to Virginia Pride 🏳️‍🌈 The Journey of Landon Elliott

As Landon Elliott prepares to take the stage at Virginia Pride Fest 2024, Elliott reflects on his journey in music—a path shaped by family, local influences, and his own personal growth. Elliott’s musical roots run deep, stemming from a childhood steeped in melody and...

‘Dark Days, Bright Nights’ Richmond’s New Festival Brings the Thunder

Richmond has always been a hub for heavy music, but this weekend, we’re about to witness something special. Dark Days, Bright Nights is making its debut, and if you’re into metal, punk, hardcore, or anything in between, this festival’s lineup has something for you....

Sound Check! Roughshod, Dropheads & Sweet Touch

It seems like these next few weeks are packed with packed bills. We’ve got fests, big 4 band bills, and for the folks that can’t stay out too late, we got the classic 3 band situation. Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? I am your...

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