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PHOTOS | Nysa Rips at The Camel

Philadelphia’s Nysa returned to Richmond on Friday night for a packed four-band bill at The Camel featuring local favorites Dayfiction, Artschool and Wrong Worshippers. The lineup brought together a cross-section of Richmond’s underground punk, garage, and post-punk...

OP-ED | Drake’s Issue with Identity, An Iceman’s Melting

The Drake we once knew is gone. What began as one of the most prophetic artists to hit the rap and hip-hop scene over the past two decades has again reached another breaking point with the release of three new albums on Friday, May 15th. Iceman, Drake’s mainline...

RVA Live Music This Weekend | Nysa, Sluice, Plunky & Oneness

We got some loud shows and some really soft shows this week. Lots of exciting releases just around the corner, come hear em live before it’s on your phone. Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? Hit me up at griffin@rvamag.com....

Iron Blossom Steps Up With Jack White, LCD Soundsystem

The worst kept secret in Richmond is finally official. After weeks of speculation, Iron Blossom has confirmed what a lot of people were already betting on: Jack White and LCD Soundsystem are heading to Richmond this fall. The festival will return to Midtown Green in...

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 high-energy...

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Municipal Waste Cover RVA Mag 2024

Tennishu, Booby Bash 3 & Prabir Trio: Sound Check

I'm so excited by what's happening in the city these days it's hard for me to pay attention to anything else. I've got more all local for you on this week's edition of SOUND CHECK. Friday Booby Bash 3 comes to Gallery 5 to raise money to benefit the queer community, then come Monday Tennishu hops into The Camel bringing along two very unlikely...

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Tennishu by Dani Barbieri Sound Check RVA Mag 2024

Inter Arma, Open Kasket & Holy Shit Fundraiser: PUNK PRESS RVA

This week we dive into the maelstrom with Holy Shit Fest’s fundraiser, a concert that unites the forces of grunge, noise, punk and metal.  In addition, Open Kasket and Heldtight bring Arkansas beatdown to Bandito’s. Inter Arma unveils a new single, promising to push the boundaries of heavy music with their signature blend of extreme...

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Inter Arma Punk Press RVA 2024

Ant The Symbol, Chandler & Lucid Evolution: Sound Check

It's all local all the time this week, so get ready for an onslaught of local talent from all ends of the spectrum. With two options for how to spend your all too rare leap day, it's a packed week. Ant The Symbol and friends take on Richmond Music Hall, while just down the street Chandler Matkins celebrates his 7th birthday with a show at RVA...

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Ant The Symbol RVA Mag 2024

Nick Rockefeller, Heavy Is The Head & Lair: Punk Press RVA

This week we remember the life and legacy of local metal guitarist Nick Rockefeller, whose passing left a void in the hearts of many.  Meanwhile, a relentless onslaught of death metal descends upon the city as Gravesend and Maul converge on Fallout for a night of brutality.  In the realm of hardcore, we highlight Heavy Is The Head’s single “Dirty...

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Heavy is the Head Punk Press RVA Mag 2024

Living Colour, The Fan & Monea’: Sound Check

The energy is on the rise. As the January slump slowly fades behind us, and we pray for Punxsutawney Phill to see his shadow this Friday, the slow season seems to be at at end... I hope. Of course it is still too cold to venture outside for a show, that doesn't mean that the indoor venues aren't lighting up with acts of all kinds. On this week's...

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RVA Mag Living Colour RVA Mag 2024

You Voted And Here We Go! the Richmond Music of Right Now in 2024

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...

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The Richmond Music of Right Now 2024, photo by Duncan Shaffer