Bill Draper is a fast talker. His grey blazer and slacks are a hair too large, and a worn cap conceals his unruly mop of gray-black hair. He speaks with a sneering, southern-tinged drawl that can be as sweet and funny as it is biting. It has been over 30 years since...
Gone, But Not Forgotten: The History of Punk House 805 W. Cary Street
Earlier this month, nearly half of the row houses and storefronts on the 800 block of West Cary Street were demolished to make way for the construction of 805W, a controversial $18 million 100-unit apartment complex that will sit at the border of the Oregon Hill...
Photos: A Glimpse into Richmond’s Hardcore Punk Scene Ahead of Exhibit at Vinyl Conflict
It's no secret that hardcore punk rock has played a major role in shaping Richmond's music rich scene and contributed to its culture, evolving and growing over time with more and more bands, and a steadfast fanbase that followed it from its early underground days at...
Punks for Presents celebrates 11 years with four shows & 12 holiday cover bands to benefit Children’s Hospital of Richmond
Metalheads dissatisfied with mainstream Christmas carols can get into the holiday spirit this weekend and next at the 11th annual Punks for Presents concert, a series of shows around town featuring holiday-themed cover bands to benefit the Children's Hospital of...
Punx Picnic VOL. 3 to bring punk, metal and hardcore bands to Strange Matter and 25 Watt 9/11-9/12
Are you ready for all the face-melting punk your weak little body can handle in two days? Are you ready for all the face-melting punk your weak little body can handle in two days? Well you better be because the owner behind Richmond's record store Vinyl Conflict along...
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