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PHOTOS | Dark Days, Bright Nights by CJ Payne
Richmond has always been a hub for heavy music, and this past weekend, Dark Days, Bright Nights made its debut, casting a spotlight on the shadowed corners of our city's music scene. If you’re into metal, punk, hardcore, or anything in between, this festival had something for you. For those who couldn't make it, photographer CJ Payne was there...
Photos | Hopscotch Music Festival 2024 by Jesse Peters
We usually stick to our Richmond roots, but Hopscotch Music Festival in Raleigh, North Carolina, has earned its place in our coverage. For over a decade, Hopscotch has been a magnet for Richmond bands, a cultural exchange that throws Virginia's finest into the mix of one of the most adventurous festivals around. This three-day marathon,...
From Family Sing-Alongs to Virginia Pride 🏳️🌈 The Journey of Landon Elliott
As Landon Elliott prepares to take the stage at Virginia Pride Fest 2024, Elliott reflects on his journey in music—a path shaped by family, local influences, and his own personal growth. Elliott’s musical roots run deep, stemming from a childhood steeped in melody and rhythm. “I was surrounded by music as a kid,” he recalls. “My mom and uncle...
Black Pumas Bring The New Album to Richmond: An Interview with Adrian Quesada
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....
‘Dark Days, Bright Nights’ Richmond’s New Festival Brings the Thunder
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...
Sound Check! Roughshod, Dropheads & Sweet Touch
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...
Inside A World of Richmond Queer Club Kids with LIGHTPAINTERR 🏳️🌈
Beneath Richmond’s polished marketing lies a vibrant, hidden world that few will ever understand. Queer club kids, blood painted goths, drag royalty, neon-drenched ravers — the city’s nightlife is a swirling carousel of characters, as surreal as a fever dream straight out of Alice in Wonderland. Photographer and multimedia artist Isaiah Mamo,...
On ‘All Across the Nation’, Knifing Around Fights Back with Big Beats and Bigger Ideas
Knifing Around, the dance-rock band known for delivering bold, politically-tinged grooves to Richmond’s music scene, sat down with me at Bamboo Café last Wednesday. I caught up with singer Owen Martin (he/him) and bassist/synth player Jack Wolfe (they/them) to talk about their highly anticipated EP, All Across the Nation, dropping on...
Nickelus F Blazes the Stage at The Martin Agency’s Mix at Martin Series Premiere
The Martin Agency, known for its award-winning advertising campaigns, has put Richmond on the global map. Now, it’s giving back with the launch of its highly anticipated live music series, The Mix at Martin, which kicked off with an intimate, powerful performance from Richmond’s own Nickelus F. You can read our recent interview with...
