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Mel Machete & the Multiverse of Machete Gang Madness | HearRVA's Liner Notes

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Richmond 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 - Management

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 offers a mix of styles and genres to weave together a soundscape of the city designed for you. https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

If you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record”. Fundraising link: Thanks https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Credits

Host / Creative Director: Elijah Hedrick

Floor Director / Lead Artist: Rian ‘Holy’ Moses

Director: Alex Bolton

Editor: Ian Ramprashad

Videographer: Melvin Lassiter

Audio Engineer: Clark Moeller

Guest Services / Additional Photography: Max Ross

Photography / Additional Music: Gordy Michael

Graphics: Tyler Blankinship

Intern: Shiloh Tillman

Gofer: Jai Hedrick

Production: Tyler Scheerschmidt

Liner Notes Theme music: Ant the Symbol

Special Thanks to GAAP Dynamics

#HearRVA #MelMachete #LinerNotesRVA #RichmondVa #RVA #MacheteGang #Interview #Richmond #RichmondMusic

S2E9: Warren Campbell: a DIY Richmond Rocker | HearRVA's Liner Notes

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Richmond 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.

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

If you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record”. Fundraising link: Thanks ❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Credits

Host / Creative Director: Elijah Hedrick

Floor Director / Lead Artist: Rian ‘Holy’ Moses

Director: Alex Bolton

Editor: Ian Ramprashad

Videographer: Melvin Lassiter

Audio Engineer: Clark Moeller

Guest Services / Additional Photography: Max Ross

Photography / Additional Music: Gordy Michael

Graphics: Tyler Blankinship

Intern: Shiloh Tillman

Gofer: Jai Hedrick

Production: Tyler Scheerschmidt

Liner Notes Theme music: Ant the Symbol

Animations: Rian L. Moses and Theodore Taylor III

Special Thanks to GAAP Dynamics

#HearRVA #WarrenCampbell #LinerNotesRVA #RichmondVa #RVA #DeadBillionaires #Interview #Richmond #RichmondMusic

S2E8: Bill Bevins reflects on over 50 years of Broadcasting in Richmond, VA

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Richmond 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-notes

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

If you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record”. Fundraising link to the right. Thanks ❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Credits

Host / Creative Director: Elijah Hedrick

Floor Director / Lead Artist: Rian ‘Holy’ Moses

Director: Alex Bolton

Editor: Ian Ramprashad

Videographer: Melvin Lassiter

Audio Engineer: Clark Moeller

Guest Services / Additional Photography: Max Ross

Photography / Additional Music: Gordy Michael

Graphics: Tyler Blankinship

Intern: Shiloh Tillman

Gofer: Jai Hedrick

Production: Tyler Scheerschmidt

Liner Notes Theme music: Ant the Symbol

Animations: Rian L. Moses and Theodore Taylor III

Special Thanks to GAAP Dynamics https://www.gaapdynamics.com/

#HearRVA #BillBevins #AHHA #LinerNotesRVA #RichmondVa #RVA #CBS6 #Interview #Richmond

S2E7: Abby Huston reflects on "AH HA" and their songwriting journey | Liner Notes season 2

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Abby 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!

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

If you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record”. Fundraising link to the right. Thanks ❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Credits

Host / Creative Director: Elijah Hedrick

Floor Director / Lead Artist: Rian ‘Holy’ Moses

Director: Alex Bolton

Editor: Ian Ramprashad

Videographer: Melvin Lassiter

Audio Engineer: Clark Moeller

Guest Services / Additional Photography: Max Ross

Photography / Additional Music: Gordy Michael

Graphics: Tyler Blankinship

Intern: Shiloh Tillman

Gofer: Jai Hedrick

Production: Tyler Scheerschmidt

Liner Notes Theme music: Ant the Symbol

Animations: Rian L. Moses, Theodore Taylor III and Lawson Cumming

Special Thanks to GAAP Dynamics

#HearRVA #AbbyHuston #AHHA #LinerNotesRVA #RichmondVa #RVA #Interview #Richmond

S2E6: Prabir Mehta on why Richmond rocks and why his time at Gallery5 was special

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Richmond 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 https://www.HearRVA.com

If you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record”. Fundraising link to the right. Thanks ❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Credits

Host / Creative Director: Elijah Hedrick

Floor Director / Lead Artist: Rian ‘Holy’ Moses

Director: Alex Bolton

Editor: Ian Ramprashad

Videographer: Melvin Lassiter

Audio Engineer: Clark Moeller

Guest Services / Additional Photography: Max Ross

Photography / Additional Music: Gordy Michael

Graphics: Tyler Blankinship

Intern: Shiloh Tillman

Gofer: Jai Hedrick

Production: Tyler Scheerschmidt

Liner Notes Theme music: Ant the Symbol

Special Thanks to GAAP Dynamics

Animations: Lawson Cumming, Don Jonathan Webb + Rian L. Moses

#HearRVA #PrabirMehta #PrabirTrio #LinerNotesRVA #RichmondVa #RVA #Gallery5 #Interview #Richmond

S2E5: Ohbliv collages many styles and techniques into his music | HearRVA's Liner Notes

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Ohbliv 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.

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

If you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record”. Fundraising link to the right. Thanks ❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Credits

Host / Creative Director: Elijah Hedrick

Floor Director / Lead Artist: Rian ‘Holy’ Moses

Director: Alex Bolton

Editor: Ian Ramprashad

Videographer: Melvin Lassiter

Audio Engineer: Clark Moeller

Guest Services / Additional Photography: Max Ross

Photography / Additional Music: Gordy Michael

Graphics: Tyler Blankinship

Intern: Shiloh Tillman

Gofer: Jai Hedrick

Production: Tyler Scheerschmidt

Liner Notes Theme music: Ant the Symbol

Special Thanks to GAAP Dynamics

Animations: Theodore Taylor III, Lawson Cumming, Don Jonathan Webb + Rian L. Moses

#HearRVA #Ohbliv #instrumental #LinerNotesRVA #RichmondVa #RVA #ScoreOneForTheLittleGuy #Interview #Richmond

S2E4: Passion-powered projects are Reese Williams’ speciality | HearRVA’s Liner Notes

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 09:15:00 +0000

Reese 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-notes

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 https://www.HearRVA.com

If you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record”. Fundraising link to the right. Thanks ❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Credits

Host / Creative Director: Elijah Hedrick

Floor Director / Lead Artist: Rian ‘Holy’ Moses

Director: Alex Bolton

Editor: Ian Ramprashad

Videographer: Melvin Lassiter

Audio Engineer: Clark Moeller

Guest Services: Max Ross

Photography / Additional Music: Gordy Michael

Graphics: Tyler Blankinship

Intern: Shiloh Tillman

Gofer: Jai Hedrick

Production: Tyler Scheerschmidt

Liner Notes Theme music: Ant the Symbol

Special Thanks to GAAP Dynamics

Animations: Theodore Taylor III + Rian L. Moses

#HearRVA #ReeseWilliams #ShockoeRecords #LinerNotesRVA #RichmondVa #RVA #InYourEarStudios #Interview #Richmond

S2E3: Charles Owens talks about his love for Virginia's "Greasy" musical style | HearRVA's Liner Notes

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 08:45:00 +0000

Charles 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 - @chasowens

More info AND a full video version of this interview can be found at: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s2e3-Charles-Owens-on-liner-notes

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

If you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record”. Fundraising link to the right. Thanks ❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

S2E2: Mad Skillz: the Forrest Gump of Hip-Hop | HearRVA's Liner Notes

Tue, 23 May 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Hip-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: @skillzva

More info AND a full video version of this interview can be found at: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s2e2-mad-skillz-on-liner-notes

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

If you like what you have been seeing from HearRVA support our efforts and “Buy Us A Record”. Fundraising link to the right. Thanks ❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Credits

Host / Creative Director: Elijah Hedrick

Floor Director / Lead Artist: Rian ‘Holy’ Moses

Director: Alex Bolton

Editor: Ian Ramprashad

Videographer: Melvin Lassiter

Audio Engineer: Clark Moeller

Guest Services: Max Ross

Photography / Additional Music: Gordy Michael

Graphics: Tyler Blankinship

Intern: Shiloh Tillman

Gofer: Jai Hedrick

Production: Tyler Scheerschmidt

Liner Notes Theme music: Ant the Symbol

Special Thanks to GAAP Dynamics

S2E1: 'Take It Easy' w/ Ms. Jaylin Brown before she leaves to study music in Spain

Tue, 09 May 2023 08:00:00 +0000

We 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. Jaylin Brown's school fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-raise-money-for-masters-program-in-spain

More info AND a full video version of this interview can be found at: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s2e1-ms-jaylin-brown-music-interview-liner-notes

Check out Aubrey Richards Boutique: https://linktr.ee/AubreyRichardsBoutique

Thank you.

S1E10: Deau Eyes on creating a visual album for "Let It Leave" + updating Americana music to fit today

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 10:05:00 +0000

If 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-notes

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.

https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz

If 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://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

Special Thanks to:

Rian 'Holy' Moses for holding down the set, videography, Audio Engineering, animations and overall awesomeness.

Our Richmond Business sponsors Handy Woman Creation Sweet Shop and Honestly Smoked Jerky.

Ant the Symbol for the super-dope theme music.

You can find out about all these things at www.HearRVA.com

#DeauEyes #LinerNotesRVA #HearRVA #RichmondVa #LinerNotes #RVA #Richmond #LetItLeave #RVAMusic #Deaupe #Legacies #Spacebomb

S1E9: Sneeze talks about his "1,000 Fan Theory", finding his sound and the new album 'River City Demos'!

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 09:50:00 +0000

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!

Watch this episode: https://www.hearrva.com/post/s1e9-sneeze-on-liner-notes

If 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://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz

Special Thanks to:

Theodore Taylor III for animations and beats

Alex Bolton, Jason DeVisser + Ian Ramprashad for videography.

Gordy Michael for Audio Engineering and providing his beats for this episode.

Tommy Caprara for the set photography.

Rian 'Holy' Moses for holding down the set, animations and overall awesomeness.

Our Richmond Business sponsors HandyWoman Creation Sweet Shop and Honestly Smoked Jerky.

Ant the Symbol for the super-dope theme music.

You can find out about all these things at www.HearRVA.com

#Sneeze #LinerNotesRVA #HearRVA #RichmondVa #LinerNotes #RVA #Richmond #RiverCityDemos #RVAMusic #Durley

S1E8: O-Z speaks on his RVA Rap Elite win, perfect studio vibes, + supporting Virginia on 'Liner Notes'

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 11:05:00 +0000

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-notes

If 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://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz

Special Thanks to:

Theodore Taylor III for animations and beats

Alex Bolton + Ian Ramprashad for videography.

Gordy Michael for Audio Engineering and providing his beats for this episode.

Rian 'Holy' Moses for holding down the set, animations and overall awesomeness.

Our Richmond Business sponsors HandyWoman Creation Sweet Shop and Honestly Smoked Jerky.

Ant the Symbol for the super-dope theme music.

You can find out about all these things at www.HearRVA.com

#OZ #LinerNotesRVA #HearRVA #RichmondVa #LinerNotes #RVA #Richmond #RVARapElite #RVAMusic #AllOutofGas

S1E7: How Pete LeBlanc went from Cruise Ship Musician to Richmond's live-music Guru on 'Liner Notes'

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 10:05:00 +0000

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-notes

If 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://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz

Special Thanks to:

Theodore Taylor III for animations and beats

Alex Bolton, Barrett Miller II, Ian Ramprashad and Jason DeVisser for videography.

Tommy Caprara for set photography

Gordy Michael for Audio Engineering and providing his beats for this episode.

Rian 'Holy' Moses for holding down the set, animations and overall awesomeness.

Our Richmond Business sponsors HandyWoman Creation Sweet Shop and Honestly Smoked Jerky.

Ant the Symbol for the super-dope theme music.

You can find out about all these things at www.HearRVA.com

#PeteLeBlanc #BariPeteProductions #LinerNotesRVA #HearRVA #RichmondVa #LinerNotes #RVA #Richmond #Mainlinebrewery #Jazz #RVAMusic

S1E6: 'This is Love': Sam Reed, dope Richmond vocalist, works w/ her friends make music to move souls

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Singer 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-notes

If 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://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz

Special Thanks to:

Theodore Taylor III for animations and beats

Alex Bolton for videography.

Gordy Michael for Audio Engineering and providing his beats for this episode.

Jai for being the coolest person on set.

Rian 'Holy' Moses for holding down the set, animations and overall awesomeness.

Our Richmond Business sponsors HandyWoman Creation Sweet Shop and Honestly Smoked Jerky.

Ant the Symbol for the super-dope theme music.

You can find out about all these things at www.HearRVA.com

#SamReed #LinerNotesRVA #HearRVA #RichmondVa #LinerNotes #RVA #VideoPodcast #MusicPodcast #Richmond #ThisIsLove #Jellowstone #SoulMusic #RVAMusic

S1E5: Why Radio B started designing streetwear + How RVA Rap Elite is supporting an emcee's growth.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 05:05:00 +0000

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-notes

Thank you Radio B!

If 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://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz

Special Thanks to:

Theodore Taylor III for animations and beats

Alex Bolton and Jason Devisser for videography.

Tommy Caprara for the awesome set photography.

Gordy Michael for Audio Engineering and providing his beats for this episode.

Jess our Guest Manager and Gofer Wrangler

Jai, Miles and Theo for being the coolest people on set.

Rian 'Holy' Moses for holding down the set, animations and overall awesomeness.

Our Richmond Business sponsors HandyWoman Creation Sweet Shop and Honestly Smoked Jerky.

Ant the Symbol for the super-dope theme music.

You can find out about all these things at www.HearRVA.com

#RadioB #LinerNotesRVA #HearRVA #RichmondVa #LinerNotes #RVA #VideoPodcast #MusicPodcast #Richmond #BattleRap #RVARapElite #AllArtAintPretty #MendingWallsProject

S1E4: Ant The Symbol snacks while reliving "Days of Distance" and rebranding 'Producer Battles'!

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 05:05:00 +0000

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-notes

Liner 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 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 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://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz

Special Thanks to:

Theodore Taylor III for animations and beats

Alex Bolton and Barrett Miller II for videography.

Keisha Eugene for the awesome set photography.

Gordy Michael for Audio Engineering and providing his beats for this episode.

Rian 'Holy' Moses for holding down the set, animations and overall awesomeness.

Our Richmond Business sponsors HandyWoman Creation Sweet Shop and Honestly Smoked Jerky.

Ant the Symbol for the super-dope theme music.

You can find out about all these things at www.HearRVA.com

#AntTheSymbol #LinerNotesRVA #HearRVA #RichmondVa #LinerNotes #RVA #VideoPodcast #MusicPodcast #Richmond #GrittyCity #VintageYouth #HipHop #Producer

S1E3: Maggie Graff on creating Ignited, an online music community for Central Virginia on Liner Notes!

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 05:05:00 +0000

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-notes

This episode also available as a video.

If 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://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz

Special Thanks to:

Maggie Graff!

Theodore Taylor III for animations and beats

Alex Bolton and Barrett Miller II for videography.

Keisha Eugene for the awesome set photography.

Gordy Michael for Audio Engineering and providing his beats for this episode.

Rian 'Holy' Moses for holding down the set, animations and overall awesomeness.

Our Richmond Business sponsors HandyWoman Creation Sweet Shop and Honestly Smoked Jerky.

Ant the Symbol for the super-dope theme music.

You can find out about all these things at www.HearRVA.com

#Ignited #LinerNotesRVA #MaggieGraff #HearRVA #RichmondVa #localmusic #music #LinerNotes #RVA #Podcast #Interview #AntTheSymbol #VideoPodcast #MusicInterview #MusicPodcast #Richmond #MusicCommunity #MusicPhotography #Photography #Charlottesville #MusicInfastructure #CVilletoRVA #BookClub #NewApp #MusicIndustry

S1E2: Erin Lunsford on creating "The Damsel", bridging musical styles + her love for the Vengaboys!

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 05:05:00 +0000

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-notes

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Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

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Special Thanks to Erin & The Wildfire, Mount Music & Entertainment, WTVR CBS-6, Venture Richmond and the Friday Cheers concert series

A big thank you to the crew that worked on this production and to Ant the Symbol for the super-dope theme music (Learn More antthesymbol.bandcamp.com)

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S1E1: DJ Harrison discusses 'Tales From The Old Dominion', D'Angelo and Richmond music on "Liner Notes"!!!

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 05:05:00 +0000

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-notes

If 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://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz

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'Liner Notes' was created and produced by HearRVA LLC

Liner Notes - Teaser - Season 1 Coming 11/30

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 10:37:10 +0000

HearRVA 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-notes

If 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://www.buymeacoffee.com/HearRVA

Liner Notes Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/liner-notes-by-hearrva/

To find more Richmond musicians follow @HearRVA on all social media or by going to https://www.HearRVA.com

https://www.hearrva.com/mixtaste-playlist-quiz