Butcher Brown, Cosmic Collective at The Annex
LAVA Presents:Saturday, April 12, 2025 at The Annex Butcher Brown The Cosmic Collective Doors 5pm // Music 6pm Please note, this show starts and ends early! Tickets $22 advance // $27 day of show All Ages —– “So, what kind of music do you make?” This question is the bane of every musician’s existencebecause it requires that they shrink down the wide expanse of their creativity to an easily(mis)understood genre description. No matter how vivid or elaborate the description, “show” will always be more powerful than “tell.”The words we use to describe music don’t encapsulate what the listener’s experiences as muchas give context clues. That’s why Butcher Brown – the multifaceted band from Richmond, Virginia – call their soundand their follow up to 2020’s #KingButch and their second release on Concord Jazz, SolarMusic. “Solar music” is not simply a description; it’s an invitation to listen and an invitation to feel. Friends and bandmates Corey Fonville (drums), Andrew Randazzo, (bass), Morgan Burrs(guitar), Marcus “Tennishu” Tenney, (trumpet, saxophone, vocals) and Devonne “DJ Harrison”Harris (multi-instrumentalist) make music that is as diverse as their own varied tastes andbackgrounds. It’s a seamlessly blended amalgam of sounds including jazz, hip-hop, rock, funk,R&B, alternative, soul, country, house, bossa nova, pop, and more. “We are the melting pot. Weare the mix,” says Devonne. “I feel like that’s what we represent and that’s what this albumrepresents.”
Sunsquabi, Natalie Brookes at The Annex
LAVA Presents Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at The Annex Sunsquabi Natalie Brooke Doors 7pm // Music 8pm Tickets $22 adv // $27 day of show All Ages —– Music has the power to move us—literally, figuratively, and spiritually. It motivates us to rise above the challenges of our daily lives and, on a larger scale, face the world’s struggles. Through an unspoken sonic communion between three distinct musical identities, SunSquabi—Kevin Donohue [guitar, keys, production], Josh Fairman [bass, synth], and Scotty Zwang [drums]—ignite action and inspiration with their signature live electronica sound. With millions of streams and electrifying performances at iconic venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre, they’re pushing boundaries with each release. Following their acclaimed Cloudburst EP, they’re ready to inspire listeners again with their latest project, the Grind EP, showcasing a new era for the band. SunSquabi’s latest work reflects their journey and resilience. The Cloudburst EP and the upcoming Grind EP continue to embody the band’s commitment to creating an uplifting, groovy, and soulful experience. In the end, SunSquabi’s mission remains the same: to elevate spirits and encourage listeners to rise above any obstacles in their path.
Arts Fishing Club w/ Fox & the Bear at The Annex
LAVA Presents: Thursday, May 22, 2025 at The Annex Arts Fishing Club with Fox & the Bear Tickets $15 advance // $20 day of show Doors 7pm // Music 8pm All Ages
TX2 at The Annex
Legacy Concerts Presents:Friday, May 2, 2025 at The Annex TX2 Dark Divine Nhibitions Doors 6:30pm // Music 7:15pm Tickets: $22 adv // $25 day of show All Ages
Willi Carlisle, Ramona Martinez at The Annex
Thursday, April 3, 2025 at The Annex Willi Carlisle with special guest, Ramona Martinez Doors 7pm // Music 8om Tickets $18 advance // $23 day of show All Ages
Ghost Funk Orchestra at The Annex
LAVA Presents:Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at The Annex Ghost Funk Orchestra with Nothing, Nowhere, Now Here Doors 7pm // Music 8pm Tickets $15 advance // $20 day of show All Ages
No BS! Brass with the Bread Collectors
LAVA Presents: Saturday, April 19, 2025 at The Annex No BS Brass! with special guest, The Bread Collectors Doors 7pm // Music 8pm Tickets $15 adv // $20 day of show All Ages
Bearly Dead ’25 “Paradise Waits” Tour
LAVA Presents:Thursday, May 1, 2025 at The Annex Bearly Dead ‘ 25 (Grateful Dead Tribute) Paradise Waits Tour Tickets: $15 advance // $20 day of show // $50 4-pack Doors 7pm // Music 8pm All Ages
The Hip-Hop Orchestra – a unique hip-hop & r&b tribute
La Primavera Strings presents: Saturday, May 17, 2025 at The Annex The Hip-Hop Orchestra A unique hip-hop & R&B tribute by La Primavera Strings We’re bringing the beats & the strings together for a one-night-only mashup of classical vibes and hip-hop energy. Featuring: Louissa – performing her original pop music Tyler Donavan – performing his original hip hop music + more surprise guests! La Primavera Strings will be putting a classical twist on hits by Kendrick Lamar, Coolio, Alicia Keys, Rihanna, and more! Orchestra meets bars & beats—you’ve never heard hip-hop like this before. Pull up & turn up! Tickets: $15 early bird through March 31. $20 starting April 1. $25 day of show. Doors 7pm, Music 7:45pm All Ages
NEXTWAVE
Saturday, April 12 at The Annex Antidote Agency + Prime Records Presents Get ready for NextWave Vol. 2, the highly anticipated return of the premier event celebrating the hottest emerging talent from the 757! This electrifying showcase brings together the best up-and-coming recording artists, offering a platform for the bold, the creative, and the boundary-pushing musicians defining the “NextWave” of sound. Join us for a night filled with unforgettable performances, raw energy, and the chance to witness the future of music as it unfolds right before your eyes. Don’t miss out on the Next generation of artists who are making Waves in the music scene! Featuring Music by SoberTheDJ Performances by: Lexcelle Jenks KI Melanin Hydeia Dallis Joyner LyriK Tokio Starr Rev Grimm Doors 8:30pm // Music 9:30pm Tickets $15 advance // $20 day of show All Ages
