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Happily Natural Festival Returns for Its 23rd Year in Richmond
Happily Natural Festival Returns for Its 23rd Year in Richmond

The 23rd Annual Happily Natural Festival returns to Richmond, highlighting Blackness through land ownership, cultural foods, music and education.

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Featured
Happily Natural Festival Returns for Its 23rd Year in Richmond
Happily Natural Festival Returns for Its 23rd Year in Richmond

The 23rd Annual Happily Natural Festival returns to Richmond, highlighting Blackness through land ownership, cultural foods, music and education.

Read more →
‘TAP Into Transit Day:’ a whimsical way to showcase art, access and action 
‘TAP Into Transit Day:’ a whimsical way to showcase art, access and action 

A colorful GRTC bus transformed Main Street Station into a moving celebration of public transit, street art, music and Richmond’s creative community.

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Women’s History Month Starts Strong With Virginia’s Women of Hip-Hop
Women’s History Month Starts Strong With Virginia’s Women of Hip-Hop

Women’s History Month opened with a powerful conversation at the Virginia History Museum, where trailblazing Virginia artists Lady of Rage, Farrah Fawx, and Justice R. joined Dr. Kay Coghill for a panel on the experiences of Black women in Hip-Hop.

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Music
Cosmic Echo Live: Richmond Celebrates the Life & Legacy of Lonnie Liston Smith
Cosmic Echo Live: Richmond Celebrates the Life & Legacy of Lonnie Liston Smith

Lonnie Liston Smith comes to Richmond. A new documentary showcasing his influence will be premiered.

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Opinion

ERIC JACKSON JR
Does Culture Need Permission?
Does Culture Need Permission?

Reflections on Black Identity, Belonging, and the Audacity of ‘F*** Culture’

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Program in Central Virginia Trains New Growers in Urban Agriculture and Food Systems
Program in Central Virginia Trains New Growers in Urban Agriculture and Food Systems

Through the Urban Farm Fellowship Program, participants became eligible for land stewardship at Duron Chavis’ most recent conquest, the Runnymeade Community Farm. Runnymeade is a 20 acre community farm in Varina, VA.

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Inside RVA Rap Elite Episode 68: Wins for YRI, Lxry Priize and Tre Awthenicc
Inside RVA Rap Elite Episode 68: Wins for YRI, Lxry Priize and Tre Awthenicc

From YRI’s Southpaw victory to Lxry Priize moving one step closer to Flag on the Moon, the night highlighted the lyricism, growth, and community that continue to define the Rap Elite stage.

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MUSIC REVIEWS

Music Reviews
The Song “Foodie “ by  NAVI J & Will Roye Is More Than a Song About Food
The Song “Foodie “ by  NAVI J & Will Roye Is More Than a Song About Food

Richmond artist NAVI transforms food, romance, and neo-soul into a clever date-night anthem with local flavor.

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TYGO Continues to Show His Versatility, EP Run with “216 Hours”
TYGO Continues to Show His Versatility, EP Run with “216 Hours”

TYGO releases new EP, “216 Hours.” Review by Charlton “C.D.O.T” Wallace

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Heavy Is The Head and the Lessons in the Lyrics | P2P Rixh
Heavy Is The Head and the Lessons in the Lyrics | P2P Rixh

P2P Rixh released his first full-length project three years ago, fast forward to now, presenting his most personal body of work — a project born from things he simply had to get off his chest.

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EP Review: Waning Moon | MP, M.Y.L.O., Ty Sorrell
EP Review: Waning Moon | MP, M.Y.L.O., Ty Sorrell

Waning Moon is the kind of project you throw on when the lights are low and the bass is turned down just enough to let the room breathe.

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Album Review: Pack of Loosie’s Volume 9 | CJ The Profit
Album Review: Pack of Loosie’s Volume 9 | CJ The Profit

On June 19th, 2025, CJ The Profit released his ninth-installment from his series, A Pack of Loosie’s - with full production by Richmond-based producer, Profound79.

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The Black Farm Tour; Modern Black Permaculture
The Black Farm Tour; Modern Black Permaculture

From Lumpkin’s Jail to Sankofa, farmers and educators like Patrick Johnson are cultivating a new model of Black permaculture

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Community Spotlight: Nikiya Chavis and NyTasha Stevens
Community Spotlight: Nikiya Chavis and NyTasha Stevens

Nikiya Chavis and NyTasha Stevens are reshaping birth work in Richmond by reclaiming ancestral knowledge, expanding access to culturally grounded care, and helping Black families feel informed, respected and supported throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

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Breakfast With Purpose : A Morning at The Sassy Biscuit Revealed How The Rock Project is Building Community One Young Person at a Time
Breakfast With Purpose : A Morning at The Sassy Biscuit Revealed How The Rock Project is Building Community One Young Person at a Time

Rather than talking about what Richmond's youth need, Darryl "Rock" Johnston is putting in the work. Through The Rock Project, the mentor and father of four is exposing young people to new experiences and teaching life skills.

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Music
Waning Moon Lights Up Richmond Despite the Storm
Waning Moon Lights Up Richmond Despite the Storm

Ty Sorrell, MYLO, and MP unveiled Waning Moon to a packed room at CNTR, blending music, film, and behind the scenes moments into an intimate experience.

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Curators of the night; DJ culture
Curators of the night; DJ culture

As drinking declines and clubs fade, Richmond’s nightlife is being reshaped by DJs who curate community, culture, and connection. From coffee shops to galleries, they’re redefining the party—centered on music, healing energy, and shared experiences instead of bottle service.

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Farming
The Black Farm Tour; Modern Black Permaculture
The Black Farm Tour; Modern Black Permaculture

From Lumpkin’s Jail to Sankofa, farmers and educators like Patrick Johnson are cultivating a new model of Black permaculture

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Featured
Happily Natural Festival Returns for Its 23rd Year in Richmond
Happily Natural Festival Returns for Its 23rd Year in Richmond

The 23rd Annual Happily Natural Festival returns to Richmond, highlighting Blackness through land ownership, cultural foods, music and education.

Read more →
‘TAP Into Transit Day:’ a whimsical way to showcase art, access and action 
‘TAP Into Transit Day:’ a whimsical way to showcase art, access and action 

A colorful GRTC bus transformed Main Street Station into a moving celebration of public transit, street art, music and Richmond’s creative community.

Read more →
Women’s History Month Starts Strong With Virginia’s Women of Hip-Hop
Women’s History Month Starts Strong With Virginia’s Women of Hip-Hop

Women’s History Month opened with a powerful conversation at the Virginia History Museum, where trailblazing Virginia artists Lady of Rage, Farrah Fawx, and Justice R. joined Dr. Kay Coghill for a panel on the experiences of Black women in Hip-Hop.

Read more →
The We Influence Summit Brings Creatives and Cultural Leaders Together in Richmond
The We Influence Summit Brings Creatives and Cultural Leaders Together in Richmond

Creatives, entrepreneurs, and cultural voices will gather at Robinson Theatre for the We Influence Summit, a one-day event exploring how influence, ownership, and innovation continue to shape culture.

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Lessons from GIANTS: What Richmond’s Creative Community Learned
Lessons from GIANTS: What Richmond’s Creative Community Learned

Artists and creatives reflect on lessons from the GIANTS exhibition: believe in your value, collaborate boldly, uplift Black creativity, and take up space without shrinking.

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