Gallery5 and the surrounding blocks of Jackson Ward became a portal to the past, where the clang of steel, the scent of woodsmoke, and the hum of lively conversation set the scene for the Richmond Renaissance Faire’s fundraising kickoff. Organized by Virago Alley in...
Tragedy fans have been awaiting a new album since 2006’s Nerve Damage, and, similar to the aforementioned release, this year’s Darker Days Ahead has been greeted with mixed reviews. While many die-hard fans feel that Nerve Damage was a bit too poppy and catchy, preferring the newer album, some music critics have stated that they feel the band...
Tonight, Folk is People by way of Jacksonville, Florida will be performing at Bogarts in the Fan, almost midway through their East coast tour and album debut, "That was then". Tonight, Folk is People by way of Jacksonville, Florida will be performing at Bogarts in the Fan, almost midway through their East coast tour and album debut, "That was...
Tonight, Folk is People by way of Jacksonville, Florida will be performing at Bogarts in the Fan, almost midway through their East coast tour, with album debut, "That was then". Tonight, Folk is People by way of Jacksonville, Florida will be performing at Bogarts in the Fan, almost midway through their East coast tour, with album debut, "That was...
If you’ve talked to anyone who regularly sees live local music, one name seems to come up quite a bit. The self-declared cabin-fi acid surf outfit Warren Hixson has left quite the impression on everyone. It could be seen early on that the group had promise when they astounded WRIR listeners during their live performance on Paul’s Boutique. If...
Virginia's recent upgrade to the status of "battleground state" in presidential elections has led to us all being bombarded with political ads from both sides of the aisle, and with the election less than a week away, I'm sure we're all ready for it all to stop. But before it's all said and done, we had to share this one video with you....
Ohbliv (MySpace, Tumblr, S Ohbliv (MySpace, Tumblr, Soundcloud) is a Richmond, VA ambient / glitch / beat producer. His work reminds me of Flying Lotus, Nosuj Thing, and others from the LA beat scene of the last few years. This interview was done by his label, Cascade Records, who are from France. CR- Where are you from? OHB- I am from Richmond,...
Kid Cudi's "Ghost" track off the upcoming album Wizard over Basquiat in Downtown 81. Kid Cudi's "Ghost" track off the upcoming album Wizard over Basquiat in Downtown 81.
Heart-Set Self-Destruct - Monster EP (Soundmine Musicworks) The new EP by Heart Set Self Destruct is an excellent example of the fact that sometimes, two great tastes really don't taste great together. On these five songs, this Chicago quartet attempts to mix a darkly melodic post-metal sensibility with the heartfelt minor-key melodies of modern...
What if I told you that we’ve got some of that ILL hip-hop soul-funk for you? What if I told you it’s a free download? Word. What if I told you that we’ve got some of that ILL hip-hop soul-funk for you? What if I told you it’s a free download? Word. The Honorable Sleaze has let loose his latest gem on blocSonic for your downloading pleasure....
