Powerhouse Avail Headlines a Killer Night in ‘Over The James’ 2023

by | Aug 17, 2023 | FESTIVALS & PARTIES, METAL, PUNK, THRASH & HARDCORE, MUSIC, PHOTOGRAPHY, ROCK & INDIE

Sweeping into Brown’s Island, the now-annual Over The James showcase ignited the night, with local legends AVAIL leading the charge. Amidst the sweltering heat and an unforgiving sun that emerged after a summer rain, thousands of fans converged, their energy crackling like a high school reunion electrified by rock ‘n’ roll.

Avail, delivering a relentless powerhouse set headlined an unforgettable night filled with killer performances. Joining the lineup were a mishmash of rock brilliance, from the anthemic echoes of The Gaslight Anthem to the hardcore intensity of Snapcase. Add one of our personal favorites in Strike Anywhere along with City of The Caterpillar, and Dragonship — this show gets better every year.

And capturing every minute was photographer Michael Thorn.

Over the James 2023 presented Live Loud Concerts

OVER THE JAMES 2023

R. Anthony Harris

R. Anthony Harris

In 2005, I created RVA Magazine, and I'm still at the helm as its publisher. From day one, it’s been about pushing the “RVA” identity, celebrating the raw creativity and grit of this city. Along the way, we’ve hosted events, published stacks of issues, and, most importantly, connected with a hell of a lot of remarkable people who make this place what it is. Catch me at @majormajor____




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