In an effort to show his gratitude to the organizers of Macrock, WRIR’s Shannon Cleary has put together a showcase of Richmond artists to raise funds for this year’s event in April. The line-up features Macrock alumni The Snowy Owls joined by hopeful contenders Heavy Midgets, Tungs and Hot Dolphin.
Macrock, the annual music conference in Harrisonburg, Va., has always been a great showcase of new and upcoming bands and Richmond has had its fair share of artists participate over the years. It’s a great way to catch a whole lot of awesome shows in a short time period, so if you’re in the area or want a road trip, head up there.
The benefit show takes place at the Nile on Saturday, Feb. 23.
After the RVA Music Fest was unfortunately cancelled, the guys at Worthless Junk Records decided to get something together and host a corporate sponsor free, affordable, all ages music festival to highlight Richmond’s best underground and punk bands. They quickly formed the 
