Most University students when hearing about a rap show at the Jefferson Theater might envision barely discernable verses, overdriven beats and a boisterous crowd. Understandably, the audience at last week’s GoldLink show walked in with high hopes and latent reservations.
Matisyahu has a monopoly over the hasidic, beat-boxing, reggae vocalist brand.
In Sunday’s “Girls,” the comedy-drama from HBO, it appeared that this season might be losing some of its momentum.
The Virginia Film Festival’s recently announced partnership with the Violet Crown is set to expand the variety of films showcased in Charlottesville with one-off Arthouse screenings.
For over forty years, Elton John has produced some of the most renowned and identifiable music in the industry. With great energy, he and his band brought it all to John Paul Jones Arena last week.
Last week, the Virginia Festival of the Book’s “A State of Many Nations: Immigration and the Changing Face of Virginia” brought together photographer Lloyd Wolf, journalist Tom Gjelten and author Gustavo Pérez Firmat to discuss how their work emphasizes the changing role of diversity in America and the phenomena surrounding immigration.
Pop band Parachute recently released their fourth studio album, “Wide Awake.” In anticipation of their Charlottesville concert, the show kicking off their upcoming tour, Arts & Entertainment spoke with founder and lead singer Will Anderson to discuss his time at U.Va., musical influences and the new album.
Last week at local coffee shop Millie Joe, the University English department continued its Master of Fine Arts Reading Series.
The Jefferson Theater housed an eclectic cultural performance this past Saturday: U.Va.’s Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection presented Culture Couture — a fashion show, food fest and musical performance celebrating indigenous Australian art and culture.
How far is too far? The Wild Feathers dance around this question on their second full LP, “Lonely Is A Lifetime”. Like any good sophomore album, “Lonely” represents a quest for identity for the young band out of Nashville.
Each year the Virginia Festival of the Book brings authors to Charlottesville to speak about their past work and recent publications.
A brief recounting of the life and career of Iggy Pop makes clear why he deserves to be called a legend: from early collaborations with the late David Bowie to inventing the stage dive.
Electronic and dance group Lust for Youth last week dropped “Compassion,” a compilation of eight ambient tracks about love and everyday life.
Spring has sprung, and along with the warmer weather comes a wonderful selection of local Charlottesville music. This list highlights eight of the most compelling acts coming through town in the next few weeks.
Each month, Arts & Entertainment staff members compile a list of their current favorite tracks to help readers find their new go-to jam.
“The Real O’Neals” is the newest sitcom on ABC — a network whose comedy lineup focuses on variations of the traditional family unit.
In 2008, “Cloverfield” captivated audiences with a fresh-take on a rather traditional tale: an attack on a city by a mysterious monster.
This year’s Virginia Festival of the Book kicked off Wednesday and continues through Sunday. Arts & Entertainment has compiled a list of the weekend’s most interesting, exciting and thought-provoking discussions.
Episode four returns to Brooklyn to focus on the leading women’s relationships as some fall apart and others fall together.
With their third album, the group returns with an updated, smoother, warmer sound that still holds true to the style from the first album that shot them into the spotlight back in 2009.
