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Liner Notes by HearRVAMel Machete & the Multiverse of Machete Gang Madness | HearRVA's Liner NotesRichmond has an amazing Punk/Rock legacy that continues today with bands like Mel Machete. This group of friends stops by Liner Notes for TWO interviews that (apparently) happened in separate universes. They share why they want to continue to bring great rock bands to Richmond, how the group writes songs and how they battled stage anxiety early in their careers.DO NOT EAT FOOD FROM SEAN - Thanks - ManagementHearRVA's Liner Notes is a music interview series with a unique mix of conversation and on-screen animations that add context to...
2023-09-1239 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS2E9: Warren Campbell: a DIY Richmond Rocker | HearRVA's Liner NotesRichmond musician Warren Campbell is a man who wears many hats; as the frontman for the rock group Dead Billionaires, host of open mic nights, and tour manager for every show he books. Listen to Warren explain how they are able to connect with people to create 'real fans' and why he keeps a rotating lineup for his band Dead Billionaires.HearRVA's Liner Notes is a music interview series with a unique mix of conversation and on-screen animations that add context to the people, art and culture coming out of Richmond, Virginia.
2023-08-2943 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS2E8: Bill Bevins reflects on over 50 years of Broadcasting in Richmond, VARichmond legend Bill Bevins reflects on over 50 years of Broadcasting in the river city and recalls some of his favorite memories from over the years. Including stories like introducing Ray Charles, eating with B.B. King and why he got yelled at by a parade watcher.HearRVA's Liner Notes is a music interview series with a unique mix of conversation and on-screen animations that add context to the people, art and culture coming out of Richmond, Virginia. Watch the video version https://www.hearrva.com/liner-notesTake HearRVA's FREE...
2023-08-1549 min
The Randy Wilson PodcastHearRVA discusses Richmond Music Week on Randy Wilson PodcastHearRVA is a platform that connects Richmond artists to the communities and resources they need to launch, promote, and expand their musical career. Elijah Hendrick, Founder of HearRVA ihas now launched Richmond Music Week as a week-long celebration, August 4-11, spotlighting Richmond Virginia's thriving music scene. Events will be happening all week at the city's numerous live music venues and festivals. Richmond, VA is the place to catch your favorite artists and discover a new favorite! Virginia's capital has long been known for its underground rock scene, but in fact, Richmond, VA is home to a diverse local music...
2023-08-0250 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS2E7: Abby Huston reflects on "AH HA" and their songwriting journey | Liner Notes season 2Abby Huston reflects on "AH HA", their songwriting journey, working with and being a fan of Richmond Hip-Hop artists, Abby also takes questions from the HearRVA production crew!Take HearRVA's FREE MixTaste Playlist Quiz to get a curated playlist of only Richmond artists! Each playlist fits a specific vibe, but offers a mix of styles and genres to weave together a soundscape of the city designed for you. https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quizTo find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com If...
2023-08-0139 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS2E6: Prabir Mehta on why Richmond rocks and why his time at Gallery5 was specialRichmond rocker Prabir Mehta sits down in the HearRVA studio to discuss creating and performing with The Prabir Trio, what he first attached to after arriving in the United States as a child and what he’s most proud of from his time at Gallery5 Arts. HearRVA's Liner Notes is a music interview series with a unique mix of conversation and on-screen animations that add context to the people, art and culture coming out of Richmond, Virginia.To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to ht...
2023-07-1858 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS2E5: Ohbliv collages many styles and techniques into his music | HearRVA's Liner NotesOhbliv is known around the world for his transcendent instrumentals and analog style. Watch as Ohbliv recounts phasing out rap to focus on beats, working with Richmond artists Fly Anakin and Nickelus F and how he impressed D'Angelo at Barnes and Nobles.HearRVA's Liner Notes is a music interview series with a unique mix of conversation and on-screen animations that add context to the people, art and culture coming out of Richmond, Virginia.Take HearRVA's FREE MixTaste Playlist Quiz to get a curated playlist of only Richmond artists! Each playlist fits a specific vibe, but...
2023-07-0445 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS2E4: Passion-powered projects are Reese Williams’ speciality | HearRVA’s Liner NotesReese Williams is one of Richmond’s most enthusiastic cultural cultivators. You can hear and see Reese on Shockoe Sessions Live!, the podcast “This Room Sounds Great” and even some on-hold phone recordings for businesses. Listen to her talk about all the amazing projects that she is helping to make happen.Watch the full version of this episode: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s2e4-reese-williams-on-liner-notesHearRVA's Liner Notes is a music interview series with a unique mix of conversation and on-screen animations that add context to the people, art and culture coming out of Richmo...
2023-06-2037 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS2E3: Charles Owens talks about his love for Virginia's "Greasy" musical style | HearRVA's Liner NotesCharles Owens is a Master Tenor Saxophonist, who has remade Virginia his home after playing (and living) in Jazz venues all over the country. He shares how the area has influenced his sound and how we are all masters of improvisation. HearRVA's Liner Notes is a music interview series with a unique mix of conversation and on-screen animations that add context to the people, art and food coming out of Richmond, Virginia.Follow Charles Owens - @chasowensMore info AND a full video version of this interview can be found at: https://www.h...
2023-06-0646 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS2E2: Mad Skillz, the Forrest Gump of Hip-Hop | HearRVA's Liner NotesHip-hop legend Mad Skillz shares more amazing stories from the life of ‘Hip-hop’s Forrest Gump.’ Mad Skillz reflects on the Rap-Up, Rev Run, Hip-hop Confessions and his unexpected beef with Shaq.HearRVA's Liner Notes is a music interview series with a unique mix of conversation and on-screen animations that add context to the people, art and food coming out of Richmond, Virginia.Follow Mad Skillz: @skillzvaMore info AND a full video version of this interview can be found at: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s2e2-mad-skillz-on-liner-notesTo find more Ri...
2023-05-231h 36
Liner Notes by HearRVAS2E1: 'Take It Easy' w/ Ms. Jaylin Brown before she leaves to study music in SpainWe are so excited to sit down and chat with Ms. Jaylin Brown, who's most recent EP "Take It Easy" is a soothing voice to yearning souls. Check out this in-depth conversation about how she won a scholarship to study music in Valencia, Spain, the experience of performing at Shockoe Sessions Live! and how sibling rivalry led to her picking up a guitar.HearRVA's Liner Notes is a music interview series with a unique mix of conversation and on-screen animations that add context to the people, art and food coming out of Richmond, Virginia.Ms...
2023-05-0948 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS1E10: Deau Eyes on creating a visual album for "Let It Leave" + updating Americana music to fit todayIf you take 80’s-Aerobics-energy and Americana music and blend them together you get Ali Thibodeau, who also goes by the moniker Deau Eyes! She stops by ‘Liner Notes’ to help us close out Season One and talks about how her album “Let It Leave’ came to life, the new artists she is collaborating with and what’s next for her as a Richmond musician.Watch this episode with animations: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e10-deau-eyes-on-liner-notesThrough a unique mix of conversation and short animations by local visual artists, ‘Liner Notes’ helps add context to everything fr...
2022-04-051h 11
Liner Notes by HearRVAS1E9: Sneeze talks about his "1,000 Fan Theory", finding his sound and the new album 'River City Demos'!Sneeze stops by 'Liner Notes' to talk about his "1,000 Fan Theory", how he's infiltrated the Richmond hip-hop community, finding his sound and his new album 'River City Demos' is going to change his life!Through a unique mix of conversation and short animations by local visual artists, ‘Liner Notes’ helps add context to everything from the city of Richmond, Va. The RVA music we hear today has been influenced by Richmond’s people, art and food culture and its place in American history.Watch this episode: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e9-sneeze-on-liner-notes...
2022-03-2243 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS1E8: O-Z speaks on his RVA Rap Elite win, perfect studio vibes, + supporting Virginia on 'Liner Notes'Virginia native, O-Z is known for his sharp lyrics, entrepreneurial spirit, but also for his support of other artists. Full Notes and video with animations: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e8-o-z-on-liner-notesThrough a unique mix of conversation and short animations by local visual artists, ‘Liner Notes’ helps add context to everything from the city of Richmond, Va. The RVA music we hear today has been influenced by Richmond’s people, art and food culture and its place in American history.If you like what you have b...
2022-03-0845 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS1E7: How Pete LeBlanc went from Cruise Ship Musician to Richmond's live-music Guru on 'Liner Notes'Pete LeBlanc is a music scene's best friend. After traveling as a Cruise Ship Musician, Pete settled in Richmond, Va and created BariPete Productions.Full Notes and video with animations: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e7-Pete-LeBlanc-on-liner-notesThrough a unique mix of conversation and short animations by local visual artists, ‘Liner Notes’ helps add context to everything from the city of Richmond, Va. The RVA music we hear today has been influenced by Richmond’s people, art and food culture and its place in American history.If you...
2022-02-2244 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS1E6: 'This is Love': Sam Reed, dope Richmond vocalist, works w/ her friends make music to move soulsSinger from Richmond, Va. Sam Reed can be found as the front-woman for some of RVA's best bands. On 'Liner Notes', Sam goes over the creative process of working with friends to write and record music and reflects on her musical journey. Full Notes and video: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e6-sam-reed-on-liner-notesThrough a unique mix of conversation and short animations by local visual artists, ‘Liner Notes’ helps add context to everything from the city of Richmond, Va. The RVA music we hear today has been influenced by Richmond’s people, art and food c...
2022-02-0852 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS1E5: Why Radio B started designing streetwear + How RVA Rap Elite is supporting an emcee's growth.Lyrical assassin, Radio B sits down on 'Liner Notes' and reflects on his mother's legacy, how Richmond's music scene can grow and how to elevate your performance at rap battles. Watch the podcast with animations: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e5-radio-b-on-liner-notesThank you Radio B!Through a unique mix of conversation and short animations by local visual artists, ‘Liner Notes’ helps add context to everything from the city of Richmond, Va. The RVA music we hear today has been influenced by Richmond’s people, art and food culture and its place in Ame...
2022-01-2554 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS1E4: Ant The Symbol snacks while reliving "Days of Distance" and rebranding 'Producer Battles'!Producing a slew of classic Richmond Hip-Hop albums has kept Ant The Symbol busy over the last 2 decades, but now he's expanding.Ant reflects on how he created "Air", an album with so many Richmond emcees during the lockdowns of 2020, the hurdles of breaking from Hip-hop into other genres and also find out how tempting it is to sit 2-feet from cake pops during an interview.Watch this episode with animations: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e4-ant-the-symbol-on-liner-notesLiner Notes' is a brand new video-podcast series...
2022-01-1133 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS1E3: Maggie Graff on creating Ignited, an online music community for Central Virginia on Liner Notes!Sometimes creating the music is the easy part. Navigating promotion and the music industry can be overwhelming and seem like an impossible circle to break into. That's not how Maggie Graff thinks it should be! She created Ignited, an online-music community that connects and serves the musicians in Central Virginia.Watch this episode with animations: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e3-maggie-graff-on-liner-notesThis episode also available as a video.Liner Notes' is a brand new video-podcast series that talks to the Richmond artists that are creating the soundtrack to the city. Through...
2021-12-2832 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS1E2: Erin Lunsford on creating "The Damsel", bridging musical styles + her love for the Vengaboys!Join Erin Lunsford as she reflects on the creation of her latest album "The Damsel", how she pivoted to Live-Streams when it's release was impacted by lockdowns and how moving with her band to Richmond helped them grow.Click for FULL VIDEO version of Liner Notes for this episode and Erin Lunsford info click>>> https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e2-erin-lunsford-on-liner-notesLiner Notes' is a brand new video-podcast series that talks to the Richmond artists that are creating the soundtrack to the city. Through a unique mix of conversation and short animations by local...
2021-12-1433 min
Liner Notes by HearRVAS1E1: DJ Harrison discusses 'Tales From The Old Dominion', D'Angelo and Richmond music on "Liner Notes"!!!DJ Harrison, music producer and keyboardist for the Richmond Funk/Jazz band Butcher Brown, talks about his new album, working with artists from Richmond, VA and funny stories meeting legends in the music industry.To view the podcast and read the "Liner Notes" from this episode visit: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e1-dj-harrison-on-liner-notesIf you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record” or get yourself a Liner Notes t-shirt. Fundraising links below. Thanks ❤️Early Access Membership: https...
2021-11-3040 min
Liner Notes by HearRVALiner Notes - Teaser - Season 1 Coming 11/30HearRVA is launching a new podcast called "Liner Notes" that focuses on the music and people of Richmond, Va and the surrounding areas. Join us as founders of HearRVA, Rian and Eliturite, talk about what listeners can expect over the first season.The first full episode drops 11/30/2021 with Richmond producer DJ Harrison!For more information AND the FULL VIDEO version of "Liner Notes" go to https://www.hearrva.com/liner-notesIf you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record” or get your...
2021-11-1601 min