It's going to be a busy weekend for music lovers with just about everything any listener could possibly ask for. There's new tunes out from a local rap group collaborating with a local producer, and Friday night will see a local string band supported by a couple of...
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Illiterate Light, PBGRenegade w/ Téy Renae & 4la7la: Sound Check
I'm keeping it local this week, because once again the local talent here is just so powerful and concentrated in Richmond that I can't help but talk about every artist at length. On this week's SOUND CHECK, you might actually be able to get tickets to an Illiterate Light show, Chandler is having a themed show this Saturday, and so many artists...
The Motet, Low Phase & Erin & The Wildfire: Sound Check
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...
Macrock XXVII, Circle Jerks & The Mitras: Sound Check
Well don't go looking for a lot of local acts this weekend in Richmond, as many of them will be trekking to Harrisonburg to participate in Macrock XXVVII. A two day affair that will span much of downtown Harrisonburg where dozens of acts will be gracing numerous stages all around town. Here in the city though, three old school LA punk groups...
From Tragedy to Triumph: The Story Behind Martinsville’s Rooster Walk Festival
When I was growing up in Martinsville, Virginia, I never thought of it as a particularly music-friendly city. Sure, there were open mic nights at local churches and I caught the Charlie Daniels Band at our local Nascar track (ed. note: Martinsville Speedway) on the 4th of July, but if you wanted to catch a touring act you needed to be ready...
Behind the Rebirth: Inside Story of Harry’s at the Hofheimer
I was strolling down Broad Street on what was an unseasonably beautiful day in March, and as I rounded the corner at Arthur Ashe Boulevard I was greeted by the familiar yet striking architecture of The Hofheimer Building. I was making my way there that day to meet with Carter Snipes, co-owner of the building since 2015, and Natalie McNamara,...
Lady Moon & The Eclipse, Stomping Grounds & Cleophus James: Sound Check
On this week's SOUND CHECK, I've got tons of lovely music for you from across the sonic spectrum. From an incredible visitor from out of town bringing with them on stage a variety of local talent to open the night, to a local music spotlight that has been lighting up Thursdays in Richmond. At The Camel this weekend, Lady Moon & The Eclipse...
It’s Back! And We’ve got Your Friday Cheers 2024 Lineup
It's that time of year again! The weather is warming up, the sun is setting after 7:00 PM, so that can only mean one thing: it's Spring. My favorite time of year when the weather is perfect, the trees are blooming, and hope and revival float through the air along with the pleasant aromas of sprouting flowers. Music lovers know what Spring...
Tedeschi Trucks Band, Celler Dwellers & Irish Festival: Sound Check
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...
Municipal Waste, Prisoner & Collateral Damage: Punk Press RVA
This Saturday, March 16th, marks the homecoming of Richmond’s own Municipal Waste, concluding their electrifying Brainsqueeze Tour 2024 at The National. In celebration of the 21st anniversary of their debut album, Wast’Em All, the band has curated a powerhouse lineup featuring Ghoul, Necrot, Dead Heat and Public Acid. With their...