Abelation
AbelationSupport: Actual GarbageFebruary 26, 2025Doors at 11pm | Music at 11:45pm18+ Abelation is the mythical brainchild, Reese Downes. A young music prodigy in the making, at the age of 13 Reese took an early interest in music. At 15 he was introduced to electronic music by his 3 older brothers. Taking inspiration from artists like Tsuruda and Dr.Derg, Reese started to dig deep well beyond the conventional style of music. Armed with the knowledge of piano, basic sound theory, a Macbook pro, and a wild imagination, Reese began to create what feels like a journey into space. Presenting what some would call a “Dub style bass with trap influenced drums,” 2018 saw the successful release of his debut Album entitled, “Pulse,” featuring collabs with Lost Dogz brothers Eazybaked and Milano. Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abelation/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Abelation/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbelationMusic?s=20 Artist Website: https://www.abelation.com/ Music:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ezpQc6XHKaha2SmkFsEfR Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/abelationmusic Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh9LPV1X2X8j9cvfGUyNcAg?feature=gws_kp_artist&feature=gws_kp_artist Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/abelation/1199832427
Ruvlo & Hostage Situation
Ruvlo & Hostage Situation March 21, 2025 Doors at 9pm | Music at 9pm 18+ Ruvlo Emerging triumphantly from the depths of the underground, RUVLO captivates audiences with an unrivaled and ferocious signature style. Earning unparalleled recognition through releases on esteemed labels including Kannibalen Records, Monstercat, WAKAAN, Disciple, Subsidia, Dim Mak, and Bassweight Records- RUVLO has swiftly ascended as a promising rising artist in the scene supported by top artists such as Excision, Marshmello, Skrillex, Zeds Dead, Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal), BTSM, and more. Both his independent compositions and collaborative ventures have left a mark on the global soundscape, exciting listeners from every corner of the world. Recognizing his exceptional talent, Spotify tastemakers consistently feature his releases, with standout tracks like “Lasers” which has amassed over 1.2 million+ streams. Unveiling his debut EP on Kannibalen Records, the lead track titled “Chaos in the Confines” has already garnered over two million streams on Spotify, igniting sound systems on grand stages across the globe. Commanding the spotlight with explosive live performances at revered festivals such Lost Lands and Bass Canyon, alongside touring with renowned artists such as Black Tiger Sex Machine and Kai Wachi, RUVLO has made his mark in the early chapters of his enduring conquest. When it comes to the realm of bass music, RUVLO is a name to know. Hostage Situation Hostage Situation is a Denver based trio that began working together in the summer of 2021. The crew quickly is making a name for themselves around the local scene due to the wide variety of music they produce and DJ. While they mainly focus on heavy hitting dubstep/riddim, Hostage Situation also has a passion for different forms of bass music that are more emotionally driven in an attempt to create heartfelt moments for their audience. Within the first few years, this trio has performed at various venues across the country along with selling out their first three headline shows at The Black Box, Meow Wolf Denver and The Gothic Theatre. In addition, they have performed at multiple festivals such as Global Dance Festival, Supernatural Festival and Decadence NYE Colorado and Forbidden Kingdom. Fans are excited to see these three continue to take the scene hostage. Social Media: Ruvlo Artist Website: https://linktr.ee/ruvlomusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/RuvloMusic/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RuvloMusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruvlomusic Hostage Situation Artist Website: https://hostagesituationmusic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hostagesituationofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HostageStituation Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheHostageMusic
Doc Martin
Doc Martin April 25, 2025 Doors at 8pm | Music at 8pm 18+ Support: Joanna O DJ Fuzz Tommy 2600 A product of the 80’s San Francisco dance music boom, DJ/Producer Doc Martin has been creating innovative, high-energy electronic music for nearly three decades. Once a mainstay on the Pacific Northwest scene, he has gone on to perform everywhere from Ibiza to Tokyo, London, and beyond, creating an enduring body of work in the process. Now, as he enters a new phase of his career, Doc shows no signs of slowing down, as he continues to evolve, revealing new sides of his artistry as he releases the most compelling music of his career. Doc Martin’s choice to pursue a career in music was an obvious one, given the musical family he grew up in. Most notably, his mother sang with Bay Area icons Jefferson Starship.Doc, however, was more interested in absorbing the various electronic subcultures that were emerging around the country. Endless hours spent in SF’s indie record stores armed him with an expertise in everything from acid house to techno, as he developed the genre-bending style that would come to define his career. Within a few years of his first performance, Doc was selling out shows across his hometown and began setting his sights on bigger things. In the early ’90s, he relocated to Los Angeles, where he quickly integrated himself into the city’s thriving rave scene. Not long after, his profile had risen enough for him to be invited to Europe to play at some of the continent’s most iconic clubs and parties, including Fabric(Residency), Circoloco, The Rex, Panorama Bar, and Sun waves to name a few,. In the ensuing decades, he became a favorite amongst audiences from New York to London, performing regularly at clubs including Output, Coachella, The Roxy, Twilo, City Fox, Space, Desert Hearts, Movement, and Lightning in a bottle After three decades of bringing people together with music, Doc Martin’s passion and drive remain as strong as ever. He maintains a steady schedule of performances across the globe while continuing to release new tracks regularly. As the rare artist to achieve the status of elder-statesman, he has left a lasting legacy in electronic music, a legacy which he continues to add to every day. Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/docmartinla/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Doc.Martin.Sublevel/ Twitter: https://x.com/sublevelDoc Artist Website:https://www.liaisonartists.com/artists/doc-martin/ Music Links: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/sublevel-music Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7uFsz7y1rNyMLou4HWLJtT?autoplay=true Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/doc-martin/2808217 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzs3imSdH-UoWhnf7Ny7DzA?feature=gws_kp_artist&feature=gws_kp_artist
Artifakts
Artifakts Support: Crawdad Sniper May 2, 2025 Doors at 8pm | Music at 8pm 18+ Artifakts is the multimedia undertaking of Garret Meyer that blurs the line between electronic genres. A never-evolving artist, Artifakts established his project in 2011 and has been able to break out of the confines of modern electronic music while also contributing to the project both sonically and visually. Landing noteworthy shows across the country with a wide array of both live and DJ sets, this producer has shown his belonging among the ranks of both seasoned beatmakers. Since 2012 Artifakts has worked with a plethora of renown musicians, labels and producers both musically and in design to provide a unique catalog of music and art very much rooted in the indie-electronic community. While toting a discography frequently favorited by study/relax playlists, an Artifakts performance is anything but stringent in style, often showcasing genres from current EDM bass music to classic funk grooves and anything in between. Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArtifaktsMusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ArtifaktsMusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArtifaktsMusic Artist Website: https://www.artifaktsmusic.com/ Music Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/31ZluoveJV6Rcms4NdQTIW SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/artifakts Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/artifakts/571672367 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNy1MSNGHPuIqtG5-eHr0GQ?feature=gws_kp_artist&feature=gws_kp_artist
Elephante: Cope Tour
Elephante Cope Tour April 5, 2025 Doors open at 8pm | Music at 8pm 18+ A wildly innovative producer, artist and songwriter fusing melodic electronic dance music with pop, blues, rock and other genres, Elephante (American musical artist Tim Wu). Garnering hundreds of millions of streams across his two EPs, including 2018’s Glass Mansion, which shot straight to #1 on iTunes’ U.S. Dance chart. His versatile soundscapes, fusing melodic electronic dance music with pop, blues and other genres, have earned kudos from Billboard, Rolling Stone and EDM.com, and blown away live audiences at major musical festivals as well as his nightlife residencies and sold-out national tours. An engaging live performer beyond the studio, Elephante has appeared at major music festivals such as Lollapalooza, Made in America, EDC Las Vegas, Electric Zoo, Ultra Miami, Phoenix Lights, FVDED in the Park and Chasing Summer. Along with his own sold-out national tours, the Glass Mansion Tour (2018) and the Diamond Days Tour (2019), he’s also played a series of nightlife residencies, including Hard Rock, Hakkasan Las Vegas, Omnia San Diego and Wynn Las Vegas, where he began his third residency in early 2020 before the pandemic hit. Elephante, who continues to embrace a mission to write songs “that mean something to people.” Viewing electronic dance music as more of a technique than a genre, he feels most excited pushing boundaries and audience expectations. Social Media: Artist Website: https://www.elephantemusic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamtheelephante/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IAmTheElephante/ Snapchat: http://www.snapchat.com/add/iamtheelephante TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elephante Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamtheELEPHANTE Music Links: Soundcloud: http://soundcloud.com/iamtheelephante Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3fjs4zbBFxEFFe8Wyojo0G Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/elephante/997440674 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/iamtheelephante
A Bob Marley Tribute: Is this love!
A Bob Marley Tribute: Is this love! performed by Adwela and the Uprising Saturday, February 8thDoors open at 6pm | Show starts at 6:30pm Curfew at 9pm All Ages are welcome Adwela and the Uprising return to RVA for a Bob Marley Tribute: Is this love! Join us on Saturday, February 8th, as we celebrate the life and music of Bob Marley!Enjoy a special two-hour set performed by Adwela and the Uprising. This event is open to all ages, so bring the whole family! A full bar and delicious Caribbean dishes will be available—come hungry and ready to have a great time!Adwela and the Uprising is a nationally acclaimed reggae band known for their powerful blend of roots reggae and conscious lyrics. Based in Virginia, the group delivers a vibrant sound that combines soulful melodies with socially driven messages, resonating deeply with audiences. Frontman Adwela Dawes leads the band with commanding vocals and heartfelt storytelling, backed by talented musicians who create an authentic and electrifying reggae experience. Recognized for their dynamic performances and commitment to spreading positivity, Adwela and the Uprising have become a standout name in modern reggae music.
Marten Horger
Marten Horger March 7, 2025 Doors at 9pm | Music at 9pm 18+ GØØD VIBES FØREVER! MARTEN HØRGER is one of the leading forces in the global Bass House movement. Touring the world extensively and having won multiple awards, Marten is widely known for his unique Brand of Festival friendly, Feel Good Bass House. In recent times Marten has gotten a lot of acclaim from the music scene with a string of releases on labels like Musical Freedom, Monstercat or Confession, his Collaborations with Habstrakt and Dr. Fresch, as well as Remixes for David Guetta, Tchami and Apashe. He has also been added to the ranks of 1001 Tracklist’s Top 101 producers of 2020 and is now officially Beatport’s most successful Bass House artists of the year. The hype took off when Marten released his Hit single “YOU DON’T” with his good friend Neon Steve in 2017. It became one of the most heard tracks of the year and marked the start of his evolution into a House Music tastemaker. A sound that DJ Mag simply describes as “the Future”. Today his music can be heard on Radio Stations like BBC Radio1, Apple’s Beats One, Australia’s TripleJ; is played by some of the world’s biggest DJs and featured all over all over TV & in the Cinema. His global touring schedule includes 80-100 shows a year including festival appearances at Glastonbury, Burning Man, Shambhala, Fusion and many more! Being a truly inventive and emotional person in his creative process, Marten will continue to do his very own thing, and create great memories with his listeners & fans all over the world. Social Media Links: Artist Website: https://www.martenhorger.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marten.horger/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marten_horger/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/martenhorger Music Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0EdUwJSqkMmsH6Agg3G8Ls Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/marten-horger Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/marten-h%C3%B8rger/380121450 Youtube: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCONonaeo6k3mXM7TkRhyS2Q?feature=gws_kp_artist&feature=gws_kp_artist
The Bloody Beetroots
The Bloody Beetroots20th Anniversary Tour April 30, 2025 Doors at 7:30pm | Music at 8pm 18+ Openers: Reinhold & Dook As of 2024, The Bloody Beetroots remains a pioneering force in the world of electronic music, bridging the gap between electro, punk rock, and dance genres. Founded in 2005 by Sir Bob Cornelius Rifo, an Italian musician and producer, the project has undergone various transformations over the years, but has never wavered in its ability to captivate audiences globally. From his breakout hit “Warp 1.9” with Steve Aoki to his critically acclaimed albums like Romborama, Hide, and The Great Electronic Swindle, The Bloody Beetroots have carved out a unique niche. The act gained international fame for its unique blend of electronic beats and live instruments, as well as his iconic TBB mask, which has become a symbol of his bold artistic vision. Sir Bob Cornelius Rifo’s collaborations read like a who’s-who of the music industry, spanning from Paul McCartney to Tommy Lee and Jet. He’s also shared the stage with big names like Snoop Dogg, Metallica, The Prodigy and Kanye West, exhibiting his genre-defying flexibility. In recent years, The Bloody Beetroots has delved into new sonic territories while still remaining true to his roots. The addition of various multimedia elements into his shows has elevated his performances into full-fledged immersive experiences, earning Bob a dedicated following both in the festival circuit and in more intimate venues. Still riding the wave of success, Sir Bob Cornelius Rifo continues to be a multi-faceted artist—DJ’ing, producing, and even engaging in activism, particularly in environmental causes. Rifo shows no signs of slowing down; he’s still in the race, perpetually hungry for content, knowledge, and the next opportunity to electrify audiences. Through numerous albums, EPs, and global tours, The Bloody Beetroots remain an indomitable force in the music world, continually evolving while leaving an indelible mark on both fans and the industry at large. Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebloodybeetrootsofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebloodybeetroots/ Artist Website: https://bloodybeetroots.com/ Music Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0QJKELJZZuLAjqLOOixJm5?autoplay=true Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-bloody-beetroots/266798981 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/thebloodybeetroots Youtube: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCWMfVT63G2LZUsTNiHQYGvQ?feature=gws_kp_artist&feature=gws_kp_artist
Reverend Horton Heat
Reverend Horton Heat Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas June 8, 2025 Doors 7 | Show at 7:30pm 18+ With their hot-rodded fusion of dazzling high-speed guitar runs, thundering rhythms, high-profile swagger, and lyrical smirk, The Reverend Horton Heat are perhaps the most popular psychobilly artists of all time, their recognition rivaled only by the esteem generated by the genre’s founders, the Cramps. The Reverend (as both the band and its guitar-playing frontman are known) built a strong cult following during the ’90s through constant touring, manic showmanship, and a barbed sense of humor. The latter was nothing new in the world of psychobilly, of course, and Heat’s music certainly maintained the trashy aesthetic of his spiritual forebears. The Reverend’s true innovation was updating the psychobilly sound for the alternative rock era. In their hands, it had roaring distorted guitars, rocked as hard as any punk band, and didn’t look exclusively to the pop culture of the past for its style or subject matter. Most of the Reverend’s lyrics were gonzo celebrations of sex, drugs, booze, and cars, and true to his name, his early concerts often featured mock sermons in the style of a rural revivalist preacher. On their 1992 debut Smoke ‘Em If You Got ‘Em, the group established the template of their no-frills, high-intensity approach to rockabilly, and though celebrity producers helped beef up the sound of their next two albums — Gibby Haynes of the Butthole Surfers on 1993’s The Full Custom Gospel Sounds and Ministry’s Al Jourgensen on 1994’s Liquor in the Front — the Reverend’s essential style changed little with time. They would explore a more introspective side on 2004’s Revival, embrace their country influences on 2009’s Laughin’ & Cryin’ with the Reverend Horton Heat, and add a pianist to the mix on 2018’s Whole New Life, but on-stage and in the studio, Jim Heath and his bandmates could always be depended upon to deliver some of the twangy fire that their fans loved. With over 1 million albums sold and nearly 35 years in the game, Heath and company have been delivering blood-pressure inducing scriptures to millions of fans worldwide. Call it rock and roll, psychobilly or what have you, The Reverend Horton Heat is often considered an early architect of the latter genre (at least on this side of the Atlantic) and occupies a peculiar place in American musical terrain. Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reverendhortonheat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revhortonheatofficial/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/revhortonheat Artist Website: http://www.reverendhortonheat.com/ Music Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5sl0m7oL9Mfi8DiGEhZEUu Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-reverend-horton-heat/105453 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/RevHortonHeatVEVO
MC Lyte 1 of 1 Tour
MC Lyte1 of 1 TourMusic by Lonnie BSunday, February 16thValentines Edition of R&B LegendsEmber Music HallRichmond, VADoors open at 7pm | Show Start at 8pm21+ MC Lyte Bio MC Lyte is an iconic trailblazer in Hip Hop, celebrated as both a legendary rapper and DJ. With a groundbreaking career spanning over 30 years, she made history as the first female rapper ever nominated for a Grammy Award. Her contributions have earned her numerous accolades, including BET’s I Am Hip Hop Award, honors from ADCOLOR, BET Her, the National Urban League, and the Black Music Collective.Recently, she was recognized with the Pioneers of Hip-Hop Honor from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), the BET Her Hip Hop Legend Award, AARP’s Living Legend Award, and the 2023 Culture Icon Phoenix Award from the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, presented by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.MC Lyte was the first rap artist to perform at Carnegie Hall and the first female rapper to achieve a gold-certified single. A leader in the music industry, she has also performed at the Kennedy Center Honors and the White House for President Barack Obama.In addition to her artistry, MC Lyte serves on the Kennedy Center’s Hip Hop Culture Council. In partnership with the Center, she produces the annual “I AM WOMAN” event, which celebrates the contributions of women in Hip Hop. 1 of 1 Tour info:The 1 of 1 Tour by MC Lyte is a celebration of resilience, empowerment, and the enduring legacy of hip-hop. Designed to inspire audiences to embrace their unique journey, the tour emphasizes the power of perseverance in the face of adversity. MC Lyte, a pioneer and icon in music and culture, uses her platform to uplift, reminding us that we each have the strength to overcome obstacles and rise to greatness.Through engaging performances, powerful storytelling, and authentic conversations, the 1 of 1 Tour is more than just a musical experience—it’s a call to action. It’s a movement that encourages individuals to harness their inner strength, embrace their individuality, and pursue their dreams without fear. With every city, every stage, and every song, MC Lyte aims to ignite a fire in her audience, reminding them that they too are one of one—irreplaceable, resilient, and capable of leaving an unforgettable mark on the world.