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Oliver Anthony Speaks Out: “I Wrote That Song About Those People” on the GOP Stage
In an irony rich enough to fuel a sequel to his chart-topping hit, Oliver Anthony, the artist behind "Rich Men North of Richmond," is pushing back against an unexpected and, in his own words, "aggravating" endorsement by Republican elites. The song, featured...
Jordan Tarrant Talks Small-Town Vibes and His New Single ‘Round The Hill’
Hello reader! So, this week I had a blast chatting with local singer/songwriter, Jordan Tarrant. Not only does he have a fantastic band and a smooth, rich voice, but he's also part of the Virginia Moonwalker family! Jordan's been cookin' up some fresh tunes at the...
Tom Applegate & The Never-Stop Attitude of A Punk
Tom Applegate is a super nice guy and, by all accounts, an excellent teacher of second graders. Recently retired, he has returned to his roots as a punk. Back in 1976, he started his own punk band, L'Amour, whose complete discography was recently reissued by local...
Giving The Gift of Music, RVA-Style
We all know how tough it can be to get someone a really great gift, especially if you don't want to just order some mass consumer product from an online mega-retailer. This year, though, Kieran Cleary has a locally-oriented solution -- give the gift of music. One...
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