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Time for another Music History Special Episode! On this second episode we explore the record producer behind The Beatles: George Martin, his contributions to and the 'first(s)' in the recording industry that are attributed to him. With Chloe on vacation, Cole is joined by Brianna, Jono, and Zack, who help puzzle out the methods behind George Martin and delve into the purpose and inspiration behind River City Sounds. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

Last weekend we sat down with the members of Lowlife Tea Party after a powerful, driving performance. We talk about the usual: music, tacos, and go off on a few more tangents than usual... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

Did you know the Saturn Death Cult is coming to get you? This group rip it hardcore and lay down the truth about Froggo. Sit in and listen to us chat about the real life Saturn Death Cult and the themes that carry through the group's music. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

In this episode we catch up with some members of E. 33rd, who recorded a smooth set. Afterwards we chat about past music scenes in other communities and the close bond that formed between the members of this group. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

This time around, it's Rising Revolution at the local Orbital Music Park where the group lays down one of the most powerful sets this podcast has seen in some time. We were able to sit down and talk about writing over arching narratives, the best anime, and we try and settle the debate of subbed or dubbed. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

This time we have Virginia Beach locals come up and record a phenomenal set in our space. We sit down and talk about changing music genres, deceiving band names, and the ever elusive TikTok bump. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

This time around we set up in the basement of the famous Rosewood Recordings studio to record a set with this week's guest, Crystal Flowers. This usually changing lineup now consists of six phenomenal musicians who let us into their practice space where we play Wii tenis and talk about the life of out-of-college band. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

After a short weekend break, we're back to bring you the ever charming Lucid Evolution. Combining the melodies of Fleetwood Mac and Pink Floyd guitar licks, these relative new-comers are ready to showcase their original material. This week we ask the usual hard questions and talk about aliens and the differences in booking with covers versus original material. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

Rise of the Weird Little Creatures from the Small Creek Behind my House, also known as Rotwool, graciously invited us into their family home to record probably the most chaotic and cryptic set we've ever had the pleasure to capture. The pure drone of ambient basslines, shredding guitar licks, and howling vocals accompanied by her brothers blast beat left us wondering how one would be able to keep up with these young, emerging artists. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

Back to regular programing, we are pleased to announce our return with a tremendously powerful set and interview with Terminal User Guide. Although we meet them just as they announced their break up, we were able to capture one of their only recorded live sets, right before they go off to record the last of their material before members graduate and move away. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

We had a little time off and decided to do something special for you all. This is the first installment in our Music History Special Episode where we cover the death of Layne Staley, the lead singer for Alice in Chains. Twenty years ago to the day of this episode's release, we honor the life of Layne Staley on the day of his passing with his cautionary tale. You may notice that it is the same day as another famous musician's death, which we will be sure to also address. We've been considering doing something like this for a while and, depending on the response we get from this, we may do a few more special episodes on occasion. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

Wow. We finally had the chance to invite over Sifter for one of the most raw and powerful sets to come out of the RCS space. We talk about the band's steady ascend into Richmond music scene, DIY river shows, and the dynamic wiring duo behind the band. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

It's time we sit down and talk with the founder of this nearly decade old project, Dropping Ugly. We find Simon near the end of a leg of their Run Forever Tour, where the singer is reduced to a solo act the first time in years. Also, be on the look out for the band's second album later this May. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

We had to take a week off due to technical difficulties, but we're back with a spectacular set with Big Fundamental. We sit down and talk with this dynamic and energetic trio about the current state of affairs of the Richmond music scene and the changes it has undergone in the past ten years, we even speculate about the future of Richmond gig culture. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

On this week's very special episode we have with us, Doug Nunnally the founder of The Auricular to talk about his new torrential undertaking the first annual Dika Newlin Music Award. We'll talk about the origins of the award and the local online publication, after Doug will introduce each of the 20 albums up for consideration. We even get questioned ourselves about the origin and inner workings of River City Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

This week we invited over the funky-classic rock jam band inspired Gold Station Melody. If that alone wasn't enough to pull you in, this dynamic five piece will share their secrets to writing and their opinions on our lovely city. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

This week, a very special episode is helmed by our very own Chloe P. who interviews the torrential two-piece Mere Exposure Effect. We catchup  with this duo in their Mechanicsville practice space where we fight through the cold and freezing cables for a more in depth Chloe's Corner. We'll also learn about Ezekiel's preference for 5-strings and baritones to develop the unique stylings of Mere Exposure Effect. Let's also congratulate Chloe on the absolutely phenomenal job done on her first solo interview, thanks again for allowing my voice to rest a week. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

This episode we highlight another Mountain Goats inspired collaborative effort, Americans Abroad. We talk to head writer Sam Norton about writing historical fiction and discuss his drive to assert himself into the Richmond music scene. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

This week we bring you the mystical and magical, Rikki Rakki. Formed from a Woman Crush Wednesday, this quartet will musically and lyrically take you on a journey of fantastically genuine proportions. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support

First episode of 2022 we bring you some fresh faces who have been sweeping through the Richmond music scene, Wallpaper! This grunge duo combines the highs and lows of Nirvana with the dreamy guitar licks of Horse Jumper of Love. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rivercity_Sounds/support