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by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - November 15, 2016

Article by: Wendy Podmenik Darugar Photos by: Glenn Woodell and Wendy Podmenik Darugar NORFOLK, VA- One of the greatest joys I have been blessed with is the opportunity to listen to fresh original bands on nearly a weekly basis. Attending the larger shows at the NorVa, I give an equal listen to

Catfish and the Bottlemen // Live @ The Norva // 10.25.16

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - November 1, 2016December 29, 2017

Article by: Wendy Podmenik Darugar Photography by: Glenn Woodell and Wendy Podmenik Darugar Norfolk, VA -- A group of Welsh lads are hungry for world domination, and they aren't hesitant about expressing that, either. Catfish and the Bottlemen formed in 2007 in Wales when “Van” McCann and Billy Bibby made aquaintance through mutual

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

Pearl Jam // Live @ the Hampton Coliseum // 4.18.16

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - April 20, 2016December 29, 2017

Article and photos by: Wendy Podmenik Darugar HAMPTON, VA-- Legendary Seattle alt-rockers Pearl Jam walked on the stage of the Mothership, vocalist Eddie Vedder grasping a bottle of wine in one hand and a setlist in the other. Opening the three hour long show with “Why Go," Eddie and crew proved

Fear Factory // Live @ NorVa // 4.3.16

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - April 8, 2016April 8, 2016

Article by: Wendy Podmenik Darugar Photos by: Glenn Woodell and Wendy Podmenik Darugar NORFOLK, VA- Classic metal artists Fear Factory swung through Norfolk on Sunday night, headlining an all metal lineup that included Soilwork, Spades and Blades, and Martyrd. Drawing heavy inspiration from dark Sci-fi themes, Fear Factory is known for a

Jon Pardi // Live @ The NorVa // 3.24.16

by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - March 27, 2016

Photos by: Wendy Podmenik Darugar Article by: Wendy Podmenik Darugar & Glenn Woodell NORFOLK, VA: A gorgeous oversized crystal chandelier hangs from the towering ceiling of the main hall of the NorVa amid the acoustic baffles, utterly out of place and yet perfect, for it harkens back to a time a

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