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GoFundME for Gallery5! Support A New Chapter For A Richmond Icon

Gallery5, a cornerstone of Richmond's First Fridays celebrations, commemorated its 19th anniversary last week—a milestone shared with us at RVA Magazine. This cherished institution is not just a gallery but a community hub, known for its unwavering support of local...

Adam Scott and GWAR: Merging Time and Music in Photo

We are back to Waynesboro, Virginia to catch up with photographer Adam Scott on his latest project. Adam has been superimposing vintage GWAR photos onto their modern-day locations in Richmond highlighting the city's evolution, or de-evolution, depending on your...

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...

Congrats 821 Cafe! A Favorite Richmond Hang Out Turns Twenty

821 Cafe, the unassuming diner/restaurant/bar on the corner of Cherry and Cary streets - where Oregon Hill and the Fan meet - turns 20 years old in its current incarnation. Andrew Clarke and Chip Cooke bought the place from its previous owners back in 2004, and have...

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...

Chandler Has Gone Viral, Again

When your friend from far away Portugal hits you up with a message like, "Have you seen this? Do you know this guy? He's from Richmond and he is all over TikTok!" you can't help but check it out. And when you discover it's Chandler Matkins, it's almost a given—of...

The Descendents & Circle Jerks Show is Sold Out…

It’s 1978 and Los Angeles is mic-checking and clearing its throat before unleashing its answer to New York City and London punk rock. It’s about to birth two of the most influential punk bands of all time. Descendents and Circle Jerks, titans of the sun-drenched and...

Construction Begins on the 7,500-seat Riverside Amphitheater

Music enthusiasts and event-goers in Richmond, VA, have a reason to celebrate as Red Light Management and IMGoing Events announce the commencement of construction on a brand-new riverside amphitheater. The state-of-the-art venue, strategically situated on a 4-acre plot between Tredegar and the Kanawha Canal, promises to be a focal point of...

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Richmond riverside amphitheater 2023

How The Camel Became A Cultural Oasis For Independent Artists

This article originally appeared in RVA #40 back in March 2023. The Camel, just after their three o'clock opening time on an unreasonably beautiful weekday in February, is a far cry from 10 o'clock on a Saturday night. Inside, it is quiet and simple, the veritable calm before the storm. A few workaholics nurse light beers, typing away on their...

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In The Heat Of The Night Vol. 10 by Jody Adams

Sun-kissed Australian Punks: The Music of Skegss

I was decidedly nervous to interview Ben Reed, the lead singer and guitar player of the Australian band Skegss. Not only had I become over the last few weeks an enormous fan of their music, but I had never spoken one on one with a member of a band that had achieved such monumental success. Although popular in their native Australia, Skeggs...

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Trey Songz hosts concert afterparty at Kabana Rooftop this Saturday

Back in April RVA Mag gave you the lowdown on R&B heartthrob Trey Songz making a stop in Richmond this Saturday as part of his national tour (swoon). Well, not only will the singer perform tomorrow night at the Dominion Arts Center, but he's hosting an afterparty at Kabana Rooftop to celebrate. Doors Open at 9pm and Trey Songz will be in...

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May shows at Strange Matter

Strange Matter has a killer lineup of acts this month to keep your sanity in check, or other acts to help you get a little crazy as well if you need to let loose. Check out the musicians and bands slated to perform at the venue for May below: Wednesday May 3 BEACH IMPEDIMENT RECORDS PRESENTS... LONG KNIFE, SOW & UNWANTED 8PM Doors | $10...

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May events at Capital Ale House Downtown Music Hall

A new month is here and Capital Ale House has an all new lineup of events and bands to keep you entertained nearly every night of the week for May. Check out the details below: Thursday, May 4th Creed Bratton $25/$30 Friday, May 5th Folk Friday with: Cassidy McAdams Bethany Gates Erin & The WIldfire Free Doors 7pm, Show 8pm Saturday, May...

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