Writer’s Block is RVA Magazine’s series highlighting contemporary writers working in Richmond and across the Commonwealth. Each week, we feature original poems, short stories, or essays. Just real voices writing right now. This week, we’re featuring two poems by...
Richmond's Pipeline Trail, a popular spot for locals seeking scenic views of the James River and easy access to Brown's Island, is at risk of being permanently closed as reported by Axios. The trail has been closed since mid-July after the pipe it rests on failed which we wrote about HERE, releasing raw sewage into the river. A petition has been...
Virginia Pride Fest 2024 is happening this Saturday, and we had the chance to do something special for the cover of the Official Pride Guide, which we've proudly designed in-house at Major Major for Diversity Richmond over the past decade. Photo by Alex Burrus, designed by R. Anthony Harris Photo by Alex Burrus We’d like to give a huge thanks to...
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. Mixing the old with the new, the festival features a blend of heavyweights like...
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 guy at griffin@rvamag.com. Gallery 5 | Friday, september 13th, 2024 Roughshod,...
Richmond, Virginia—a city where history and modernity intersect, creating a vibrant backdrop for creativity and expression. Within this dynamic landscape, Alex Burruss, a photographer, is making his mark not just by documenting Richmond’s queer community, but by being an integral part of it. Photo by Alex Burruss Burruss’s path to becoming one of...
I recently caught up with Adrian Quesada, the mastermind producer and founding member of Black Pumas, as they gear up for their September 16th show at Maymont. We dove into what excites him most about this tour, how their new album is shaping up live, and the ever-evolving creative journey of Black Pumas....
The Richmond Flying Squirrels and CarMax have officially announced that the city’s new ballpark will be named CarMax Park. The announcement was made on Wednesday, September 4, marking a significant expansion in the partnership between the Flying Squirrels and Richmond-based CarMax, which began in 2016. The multi-year exclusive naming rights...
First off, a massive thank you to the over 1,000 people who have packed the Byrd Theatre for our 'Summer of Swayze' series. Together, we’ve raised nearly $10,000 to help preserve one of the last true Grand Cinema Palaces left in the country. Now, as we head into the final chapter of our 'Summer of Swayze' series on Tuesday, it's time to talk...
Three-time Grammy-winning rapper and activist Michael Santiago Render, better known as Killer Mike, will be a featured panelist in an upcoming discussion on the future of free expression, hosted by the University of Richmond. Co-moderated by UR liberal arts professor Erik Nielson, Mad Skillz and journalist Bonnie Newman Davis, the panel will...
