Tyler Meacham should be celebrating -- or at least relieved. The Richmond-based singer-songwriter just self-released her first full-length project, Into The Fray -- on vinyl, no less. But just after completing all of the independent work it took to make that release...


Illiterate Light’s Unique Journey To Musical Bliss
New EP Sweet Beast finds Virginia duo Illiterate Light becoming their best selves as they work to conquer the music world beyond their home state. Illiterate Light, the duo of guitarist/vocalist Jeff Gorman and drummer/back-up vocalist Jake Cochran, released...


Mekong Xpress Delivers Funky Soulful Debut Album, ‘Common Knowledge’
For a group of musicians who came together by accident, Mekong Xpress have kept fans coming back time and time again. Holding down a weekly residency at The Answer Brewpub since 2013, the lively, eclectic group has entertained crowds with their mix of vintage blues,...


The Rise of Holy Roller
You may not be familiar with the name Holy Roller or even know what it is, but you will definitely recognize some of the faces in this four-piece band that has recently made its debut, with an album slated to drop this fall. Holy Roller is a new project from the guys...


RVA Mag Premiere: Brunswick’s ‘Through The Trees’, Album Release Party On Saturday
It’s been five years in the making, but we finally have a debut album from Richmond brass ensemble, Brunswick. The 13-piece jazz orchestra is the brainchild of John Hulley, member of another little Richmond brass group who you may have heard of, NO BS! Brass Band....
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