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Virginia May Be for Lovers. But, What is it For Artists?
Pusha T, in a recent interview with The Breakfast Club, said that “Everybody that made it in Virginia, had to leave Virginia to make it.” Richmond has been a point of frustration for some artists when it comes to support — so we asked a few notable artists in Richmond what their thoughts were.

It's Up: Charged Up’s Grand Finale Delivered a Raw, Unfiltered Celebration of Richmond Hip Hop
Charged Up’s Grand Finale wasn’t just another concert. It was a checkpoint in Richmond’s Hip Hop timeline, a celebration of community, culture, and resilience that proved the city’s next wave isn’t coming. It’s already here.

Noah-O, Chuck Creekmur, Mad Skillz, Ant Marshall, and More Discuss Mental Health & Hip Hop
The rapper, entrepreneur, and newly certified counselor, Noah-O, hosted a powerful conversation on mental health and Hip Hop for Day 2 of Charged Up Fest. A dynamic panel of artists, educators, and activists, moderated by Micah "Bam Bam" White, gathered to explore how Hip Hop can be a tool for healing, truth-telling, and protecting mental health in our communities.
A Vessel for Hip Hop, Culture, and Community, Built to Carry Richmond’s Next Wave
The rapper, entrepreneur, and newly certified counselor, Noah-O, hosted a powerful conversation on mental health and Hip Hop for Day 2 of Charged Up Fest. A dynamic panel of artists, educators, and activists, moderated by Micah "Bam Bam" White, gathered to explore how Hip Hop can be a tool for healing, truth-telling, and protecting mental health in our communities.

Charged Up, Richmond Brave: A Community Brand’s Legal Battle and Triumph
Charged Up Entertainment fought a years-long legal battle to protect not just its brand, but the Richmond community it built around it. After securing a trademark victory against a Major League Baseball team, the beloved store and community hub is ready to thrive and continue its mission.

New Music: Noah-O x Ohbliv – “Dick Fosbury” Impacting Radio Now
Charged Up Entertainment and Kontra Rekords release Noah-O's single "Dick Fosbury," featuring Ohbliv's beats and uncompromising lyrics, heralding a commitment to authentic hip-hop culture.