vol. 279 / Earth FolkExploring and celebrating the place we all love to call home.
VOL. 279 / Earth Folk
Meet this week's guest editors, Laney Sullivan and Jameson Price of Høly River. This musical duo is known for their ethereal pop soundscapes, transcendent melodies, and environmental activism. Rooted in themes of nature, spirituality, and human connection, their music weaves together elements of folk, world, and ambient genres. Their performances create an immersive experience that goes beyond a traditional concert, offering audiences moments of reflection, introspection, and inspiration.
In addition to their music, Laney and Jameson are passionate advocates for environmental stewardship and community building. They are the founders of Fonticello Food Forest, a thriving community garden and resource hub in Southside Richmond. The food forest is dedicated to nature connection, education, and expanding access to fresh food through a weekly free farmstand.
They also co-founded the Earth Folk Collective, an organization focused on fostering creativity, connection, and ecological awareness through music, art, and co-housing. Earth Folk hosts a monthly old-time music jam and other gatherings that bring people together around shared values.
These are just a few of the many ways the two demonstrate their deep commitment to living in harmony with the earth and inspiring others to do the same.
Take it away, Laney and Jameson ...
804 Day
Richmond’s epic free block party is happening Saturday, August 2, in Shockoe Bottom beside the beautiful Main Street Station. 804 Day is a citywide celebration featuring local artists from a wide range of genres, showcasing the rich creativity of our community.
Catch our set on the WNRN Stage at 1:30 p.m. Expect a full day of live music across multiple stages, plus food, drinks, art, local makers, and the kind of community energy that makes the 804 thrive. This event is presented by Shockoe Records and the City of Richmond, and made possible by a host of volunteers and sponsors.
Vitals:
804 Day / Saturday, August 2 / 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. / Free / 17th Street Market, 100 North 17th Street
Warriors in Bloom
Also on Saturday, August 2, don’t miss Warriors in Bloom at Agecroft Hall and Gardens. This unconventional, Ren Faire–inspired experience features live music, theater, demonstrations, and vendors, all set against the backdrop of a dreamy historic venue overlooking the James River.
Virago Alley, the nonprofit behind the Richmond Renfaire, is hosting Warriors in Bloom to celebrate bold figures who dared to defy convention and changed history in the process. The immersive event will spotlight legendary figures such as Joan of Arc, Tomyris, Rani Durgavati, and Grace O'Malley through performances, lectures, storytelling, crafting activities, and an open-air artisan market.
Enjoy local vendors, historically inspired fare, and a variety of family-friendly activities in a setting that beautifully blends past and present.
Don’t miss this community wellness party hosted by Taou Studios at Celeste Farm. Monday evenings this summer, Celeste Farm opens its gates to the public for yoga, sauna, cold plunge sessions, farm-to-table picnics, and refreshing mocktails.
Haven’t been out to Celeste Farm in Varina yet? It’s just five minutes from downtown, and it’s an incredible vision brought to life by Goatocado owner Ian Newell. This flower-filled outdoor venue features a field spa where you can truly start your week off on the right foot.
Vitals:
Gather at Celeste Farm / Monday, Aug 4 / 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. / Tickets: $20 per individual, $40 per carpool group ($5 off for members) / Celeste Farm, 7001 Osborne Turnpike
More about Laney and Jameson.
Laney and Jameson of Høly River recently added “children’s book author” to the long list of reasons Richmond cheers them on. Their new children’s book, The Loon, is a lyrical lullaby adapted from one of the band’s own songs and brought to life through intricate papercut illustrations by Baltimore-based artist and activist Valeska Populoh. Thoughtfully made, the 5”x5” book is printed with soy-based inks on 100% recycled paper at a climate-neutral facility. You can order the first edition through Shockoe Records. Each copy comes signed and includes a digital version of The Loon lullaby. A beautiful gift. A beautiful message. A beautiful hometown story.
