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by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - January 21, 2017

Article by: Wendy Podmenik Darugar Photos by: Glenn Woodell and Wendy Podmenik Darugar VA Beach, VA- Boasting an impeccable musical resume, Alejandro Escovedo and his group of longtime friends and collaborators showed us how to “Burn Something Beautiful” on Tuesday night. Escovedo's rich and varied history initiated with San Fransisco punk rockers The

Skillet // Live @ The Norva // 10.15.16

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - October 20, 2016October 20, 2016

Article by Wendy Podmenik Darugar Photos by Glenn Woodell and Wendy Podmenik Darugar From Anthrax's pentagram imagery last week, to Skillet's cross tattoos...a rock journey. Having never seen a Christian rock band before, I didn't know what to expect. Would there be a sermon in the middle of the set? A group

The Struts // Live @ The NorVa // 5.12.16

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - May 16, 2016May 16, 2016

Article and photos by: Glenn Woodell and Wendy Podmenik Darugar NORFOLK, VA - Remember the U.K. in the 1970's- a time of sonic exploration- young musicians that pushed boundaries past all that was good and decent, shocking mum, dad, and the Queen- a rebellion that pushed the scene into new dimensions

Slightly Stoopid // Live @ The NorVa // 11.13.15

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - November 18, 2015November 18, 2015

Article by Wendy Podmenik Darugar Photos by Glenn Woodell & Wendy Podmenik Darugar NORFOLK, VA -- Slightly Stoopid triumphantly concluded their Fall Tour with two back-to-back show dates at the historic NorVa venue in Norfolk, VA. Having recently released their album “Meanwhile…Back at the Lab” in June of this year, the band

Concert Preview – STEEL PANTHER!

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by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - October 6, 2015October 6, 2015

Article by: Wendy Darugar & Glenn Woodell Featured Img Cred: UMG Are You Ready, America? “Steel” yourselves and get ready...on October 8th, The NorVa in Norfolk, VA shall be host to the most outlandish metal band to hit Hampton Roads. Steel Panther hits the stage as part of their “Well Hungover Tour” across

Psychostick // Live @ Shaka’s // 10.2.15

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - October 6, 2015October 16, 2015

Article and Photos by: Wendy Darugar and Glenn Woodell Psychostick: All About Beer, Breasts, and Socks VA BEACH - Fresh from “The (Really) Ugly Americans Tour” in the United Kingdom, playing alongside Dog Fashion Disco, a massive undertaking that lasted nearly a whole two weeks, Psychostick returned to the United States in

Pop Evil // Live @ NorVa // 9.18.15

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - September 20, 2015October 16, 2015

Photos by: Glenn Woodell Article by: Wendy Podmenik Darugar The line wrapped around the building this last Saturday night as people waited in anticipation for the Pop Evil/ Three Days Grace Alt Metal show at the NorVa. Upon entering the venue, we realized this show must have sold out, or come

Reverend Horton Heat and The Adicts at The NorVa // 9.13.15

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - September 16, 2015October 16, 2015

Photos and review by Wendy Darugar and Glenn Woodell It's Sunday night in Norfolk, VA and tattooed, colorfully-mowhawked devotees to Psychobilly and Punk are gathering for a rare event. The NorVa is hosting three bands in their line-up this night, each with their own different spin on the Punk/Rockabilly music genre.

Ashes of Ares w/ Ghost of War // Virginia Beach // 9.10.15

by MonkeyGoose - September 13, 2015November 2, 2022

Photos and Article by: Glenn Woodell & Wendy Podmenik Darugar Shaka's Live in Virginia Beach, hosted the heavy metal band, Ashes of Ares, on a rainy September 10th . The band, under the Nuclear Blast Records label, is currently traveling on their mini East Coast tour, being promoted by Infinity Concerts.

Jesse Chong @ The Hampton Block Party // 8.8.15

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - August 16, 2015October 16, 2015

Article by: Glenn Woodell Photos by: Wendy Podmenik Darugar & Glenn Woodell Before Jesse Chong took the stage at the Hampton Block Party, the earlier rains had driven off much of the usual crowd that is usually gathered well before the show. But by the time he and his crew made