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Destructo Disk_Sound Check by Griffin Smalley_RVA Magazine 2024

Sound Check! Destructo Disk, Three Sheets To The Wind and Cellar Dwellers

by | Dec 26, 2024 | DOWNTOWN RVA, FESTIVALS & PARTIES, METAL, PUNK, THRASH & HARDCORE, MUSIC, NIGHTLIFE, POP & TOP 40, ROCK & INDIE

2024 comes to a sweet end. Some years you eagerly await the change of that last number, but I feel a bit bittersweet leaving that 4 behind. There has been such amazing music poured out all year, I suppose I can only let it inspire me and bring hope for the next one.

Got a show coming up? New single? Simply want someone to talk music? I am your guy at griffin@rvamag.com. 

This is a show that has been on my radar since it was announced. This local benefit features some really great acts that I love as well as some that are a bit newer to me.

Destructo Disk is not quite skate punk, but it’s punk to skate to. Their newest EP is definitely going to be getting some more spins on my end over the next few months. Human Worm is one of those new-to-me groups I mentioned. Their single “Mega Bitch” immediately caught my attention, with perfectly tuned matching vocals and a super catchy beat. I really can’t wait to see it live. I have been trying to see Ultra Bleach again after catching them at the Warehouse a few months ago. They are my absolute perfect blend of dancey, aggressive, fun, with one of the best front people I have ever seen. The Glares are another one that I absolutely adore. They are one of the most authentic groups, and it strengthens their music so much. The two members are both incredible musicians and even better performers. This is my first time with Oh Devil and I am a big fan. It reminds me of a lot of the alternative music I grew up listening to, like Together Pangea and The Orwells. BUY TICKETS

The Camel
NEW YEARS EVE
Celler Dwellers, Nancy Raygun, Bucko, Flatspot

Celler Dwellers is back crooning us late into a new millennium at the Camel. Their indie sound is so defining of this era. If you are not already a fan, I think they really hit home with friends of Summer Salt and Strawberry Guy. There is something so enduring and honest in that bouncy clean guitar. This is the type of music that endlessly played when I was 16 and 17, music that made you feel like you are in a coming of age movie, like you are in a summer that is never going to end. 

Nancy Raygun and Bucko have both had an exceptional year, and have both put out some amazing releases that deserve to be listened to over and over again.

Flatspot’s first release was called “songs to slow dance to” and I think that is a great sum up of them. While it may not be all slow dances, take the hand of someone you love and give ’em a spin to Flatspot.

The Broadberry
NEW YEARS EVE
Three Sheets to the Wind

Sail into the New Year smooth and easy at The Broadberry with Three Sheets to the Wind, America’s undisputed yacht rock royalty. Sure, it might be a chilly night here in RVA, but this band is all about turning up the heat and taking you straight to a breezy beachside paradise. From soft rock classics to yacht rock anthems that will have you singing along, Three Sheets to the Wind knows how to set the perfect vibe.

Why freeze outside when you can soak up the warm, easygoing energy and toast the New Year in style? Grab your tickets, dust off your finest captain’s hat, and get ready for a night of silky grooves and carefree fun. BUY TICKETS

Get Tight Lounge
NEW YEARS EVE
NYE 1992

You know how in January you’re always scribbling the wrong year? Well, let’s lean into the chaos and rewind it even further—straight to 1992. Get Tight Lounge is throwing the ultimate throwback New Year’s Eve bash, and they’re bringing the best of the ‘90s to life.

Picture this: spot-on tributes to Prince, The Lemonheads, Soundgarden, Tom Waits, and Alan Jackson sharing the stage like it’s your ultimate mixtape come to life. And if that wasn’t enough, Hip Hop Henry will be spinning a set packed with all the ‘90s hits you forgot you loved. From grunge and alt-rock to country and hip-hop classics, this lineup hits all the nostalgic sweet spots.

So, grab your flannel, shine up those cowboy boots, or just bring your best throwback vibes. What better way to kick off 2025 than dancing the night away like it’s 1992? This one’s gonna be a good time—don’t miss it.

RICHMOND SHOW LIST!

DECEMBER 2024

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ALLIANZ AMPHITHEATER

Saturday, 6/21 Dwight Yoakam BUY TICKETS
Saturday, 7/19 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit BUY TICKETS
Wednesday, 8/6 Styx & Kevin Cronin + Don Felder BUY TICKETS
Friday, 8/29 Alison Krauss & Union Station Featuring Jerry Douglas BUY TICKETS
Monday, 9/22 “Weird Al” Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour BUY TICKETS

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RICHMOND FUNNY BONE COMEDY CLUB

Friday, 12/27 – Saturday, 12/28 Lewis Belt – Multiple Shows BUY TICKETS
Tuesday, 12/31 NYE with Andrew Rudick & Bodacious! – 7:30 PM BUY TICKETS
Friday, 1/3 – Saturday, 1/4 Mark Curry BUY TICKETS
Sunday, 1/5 Graduation Night with Tim Loulies BUY TICKETS
Friday, 1/10 – Sunday, 1/12 Sommore BUY TICKETS
Friday, 1/17 – Saturday, 1/18 T.J. Miller BUY TICKETS
Thursday, 1/30 La Chupitos (En Español) BUY TICKETS
Friday, 1/31 – Saturday, 2/1 Greg Warren BUY TICKETS
Sunday, 2/2 Karen Morgan BUY TICKETS
Thursday, 2/6 Rock Comedy Tour ft. Mike Young & Friends BUY TICKETS
Friday, 2/7 – Saturday, 2/8 Bill Bellamy BUY TICKETS
Friday, 2/14 – Saturday, 2/15 Anthony Rodia BUY TICKETS
Friday, 2/21 – Saturday, 2/22 Steven Ho BUY TICKETS
Sunday, 2/23 Geoffrey Asmus BUY TICKETS
Tuesday, 2/25 Steve Hofstetter BUY TICKETS
Thursday, 2/27 Brad Upton BUY TICKETS
Friday, 2/28 – Saturday, 3/1 Funny Marco BUY TICKETS
Wednesday, 3/5 Calimar White aka Agent Ratliff BUY TICKETS
Thursday, 3/6 Jermaine “Funnymane” Johnson BUY TICKETS
Friday, 3/7 – Saturday, 3/8 Nick Swardson BUY TICKETS
Friday, 3/14 – Sunday, 3/16 Godfrey BUY TICKETS
Wednesday, 3/26 Peter Antoniou BUY TICKETS
Friday, 3/28 – Saturday, 3/29 Dave Attell BUY TICKETS

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EMBER MUSIC HALL

Saturday, 12/28 Space Wizard BUY TICKETS

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THE BROADBERRY ENTERTAINMENT GROUP SHOWS

All shows are at The Broadberry unless otherwise noted.

Friday, 12/27 Larry Keel Duo feat. Jared Pool with special guest Dalton Dash BUY TICKETS  
Saturday, 12/28 Skalidays feat. Murphy’s Kids w/ Mighty Joshua, Shagwuf, BUY TICKETS  
Saturday, 12/28 Emo Night Brooklyn (Richmond Music Hall) BUY TICKETS  
Tuesday, 12/31 New Year’s Eve Bash w/ The Soul Rebels BUY TICKETS  

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DOMINION ENERGY CENTER

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ALTRIA THEATRE

Sunday, 12/29 The Hip Hop Nutcracker BUY TICKETS

Griffin Smalley

Griffin Smalley

My name is Griffin Strummer Smalley and naturally with that name I am a massive music fan. Primarily you can find me fronting local punk band Artschool! 22 years old and mainly focusing on snuffing out nihilism. Keep on livin'

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Topics: 2024 celebrations, Celler Dwellers, Gallery 5 benefit, Get Tight Lounge NYE, Indie Music Richmond, New Year's Eve events, Richmond Concerts, RVA live music, RVA music scene, Three Sheets To The Wind

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