Richmond Independent Radio (WRIR-LP 97.3 FM) is hitting the big 2-0, and this is not just some tired “anniversary” event, it’s a vibe. Since 2005, WRIR has been the soundtrack of Richmond’s wild, ever-evolving cultural landscape. As the largest low-power FM station in...
Our favorite local jazz ensemble NO BS! Brass Band has just dropped a video to go along with their new song "3AM Bounce"-and it's awesome. Our favorite local jazz ensemble NO BS! Brass Band has just dropped a video to go along with their new song "3AM Bounce"-and it's awesome. It doesn't even need a video really because the song makes you want to...
Alt-pop group Positive No has released a track just in time for the holidays to fill our hearts and ears with cheer. Alt-pop group Positive No has released a track just in time for the holidays to fill our hearts and ears with cheer. But make no mistake this song, called "Framed" is no "Jingle Bell Rock" or "White Christmas", its a little dark...
Massachusetts-born rock quartet Speedy Ortiz returned to RVA for the second time in 2015 this past Monday, this time playing at The Camel. Massachusetts-born rock quartet Speedy Ortiz returned to RVA for the second time in 2015 this past Monday, this time playing at The Camel. However the change of venue wasn’t the only difference this time...
I have to be honest I didn't really know much about local musicians Dumb Waiter before today. I have to be honest I didn't really know much about local musicians Dumb Waiter before today. And after listening to this band's perfect fusion of jazz, rock, and metal I can't believe my ears have been deprived of their glorious sound for so long. Dumb...
There's a lot of things to look forward when you opt to stay in Richmond for the holidays. Take in a tacky light tour and marvel at the Phifer's dedication and Mr. Christmas' surliness. There's a lot of things to look forward when you opt to stay in Richmond for the holidays. Take in a tacky light tour and marvel at the Phifer's dedication and...
The members of Groam & Joan son of Groam don’t sell merch at their shows when they play. The members of Groam & Joan son of Groam don’t sell merch at their shows when they play. Instead, the band passes out business cards that bassist Will Bollinger said he designed on his phone while working at Jimmy Johns. The green cards with bright yellow...
Mac Miller’s path to success is a hard one to replicate.] Mac Miller’s path to success is a hard one to replicate.] When we first chatted with him almost five years ago, he was a young, 19-year-old fresh on the scene, with his tape K.I.D.S providing a vibe reminiscent to the Golden Era rap...only with a youthful twist. Since then he’s had #1...
FEATURE SHOW Punks For Presents 10th Anniversary Weekend Saturday, December 19, 9 PM The Christmasfits, London Caroling, Menorah Threat @ Strange Matter - $10/$8 with canned goods Sunday, December 20, 9 PM Sleigher, Discember, Snobituary, Karoling Joke @ Bandito's - Free! (Donations encouraged) One of the great things about Christmas drawing nigh...
It's not often you see two worlds collide, but a new interview between a God of hip hop and a God of progressive values provides a unique insight to two worlds. It's not often you see two worlds collide, but a new interview between a God of hip hop and a God of progressive values provides a unique insight to two worlds. Parts of this video series...
