Self loathing, depression, emotional distress, mental health issues, darkness and death.  These are the themes that make up Soccer Mommy’s second album “color theory” but rather than downplay these emotions for the sake of writing good music, she embraces them.

This week on Acoustic Highway you'll hear local and regional artists including Doug Alan Wilcox, Madison Warner, The Runaway String Band, and the duo Mike Profitt and Dana Silvercloud—along with a short set from Celtic musicians. Join us Sunday night!

Ballet Virginia presents a special program in honor of Black History Month on February 28 and 29. Rebecca interviewed the choreographer and a company dancer about the performances.

During the weekend of February 21, the Virginia Symphony Orchestra performed a program of music by Mahler and Mozart conducted by David Danzmayr. Rebecca Evans shares her review.

Rob Oliver is a Hampton Roads native who has just released his debut album, “Highs & Lows & Blues.” With help from some of his favorite area musicians he has created an album of world class, utterly original roots-rock.

Fans of Bluegrass music packed the Smartmouth Brewing Company in Norfolk over the weekend. Several local musicians participated in the open jam session hosted by WHRV, and attendees enjoyed performances from emerging bands.

Join us as part of our live studio audience for Another View on Thursday, March 19. We will be broadcasting live from The Strelitz Diabetes Center at Eastern Virginia Medical School with a distinguished panel of guests.

Locally known singer-songwriter Jim Masters has appeared on shows and at festivals and venues throughout our region. This week, he joins us Acoustic Highway. Tune in Sunday at 9 p.m. to hear his music.