The second annual Avery Walls Music Festival, a celebration of local music with a meaningful purpose, will take place on April 26, 2025, at The Park RVA in Richmond, Virginia. The festival was created to honor the life of Avery Walls, a young man who passed away at the age of 20 from a rare heart condition. In his memory, the event aims to bring the community together through music, raise awareness about heart health, and support life-saving efforts.  The festival is free and open to adults and children of all ages.

Recent updates to the NEA (National Endowment for the Arts) grant guidelines and other federal changes have left many in the arts and culture community feeling uncertain and concerned about the future. Your support remains critical.

Don Busick is a band member of Acoustic Underground. He is also the host of Small Venue Music, a video podcast dedicated to local musicians and music venues in Richmond, Virginia, that provides a platform for these bands to showcase their talents. In his podcast, Don talks to musicians, venue owners, and fans to get a better understanding of what makes these local scenes so special.