RVA Playlist’s Favorite Albums of 2016

Although 2016 was a terrible year, at least it had some great music. Here’s what was constantly playing this year.

RVA Playlist Closed for Business

After 5+ years of covering Richmond’s music scene, RVA Playlist is shutting down.

RVA Artists to Catch in 2016

We’ve heard a lot from certain Richmond artists already working on new material. Singles were released this year, but more stuff will be coming out in 2016 and judging what I’ve heard already, these artists will be the ones to watch next year.

New Holiday Songs from No BS Brass and Butcher Brown

Enjoy the Christmas season with holiday tracks from No BS Brass Band and Butcher Brown

A Very RVA Christmas

To get you into the spirit of the season, here’s a collection of Christmas tunes provided by local Richmond artists.

Celebrate the Force with the Milkstains and Imaginary Sons

On Thursday, December 17, if you’re not seeing “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” head to the Camel for A Very Star Wars X-Mas Party featuring a night of Richmond rock.

The Richmond Albums of 2015

There were so many great albums to come out of the Richmond music scene this year. Here are the albums that filled RVA’s ears in 2015.

People’s Blues of Richmond Premiere New Video for “Nihilism Blues”

Richmond rockers People’s Blues of Richmond has premiered a powerful new live video of their song “Nihilism Blues” at the Camp Barefoot Music & Arts Festival this past August.

RVA Playlist’s Favorite Albums of 2015

These are the albums that I couldn’t stop playing this year.

The Lovely Sounds of Des Ark

Indie pop rock act Des Ark will be performing at Strange Matter on Thursday, Dec. 10.

Miracle on Broad Street Brings X-Mas Cheer to the National

Every year, the good folks at XL102 spread some holiday cheer in the best way possible – by bringing in some kickass bands for a big show.