Many spend the days leading into Memorial Day weekend securing sunscreen with just the right amount of SPF, nailing down out-of-town hotel reservations, or procuring enough Bubba Burgers to keep the guests at our megagrillout at bay. But for others, the prospect of having an extra day off doesn’t consist…
Many spend the days leading into Memorial Day weekend securing sunscreen with just the right amount of SPF, nailing down out-of-town hotel reservations, or procuring enough Bubba Burgers to keep the guests at our megagrillout at bay. But for others, the prospect of having an extra day off doesn’t consist…
Here’s the dilemma: It’s Memorial Day and you and your gaggle of art school friends have the day off from class. You want to have a barbeque. You’ve made a list of items to pick up at Whole Foods, including a dozen Adzuki bean burgers (here’s a nifty little recipe),…
Childhood Disney memories become very grown-up realities this Saturday at the “Cupcake Burlesque Presents: Diznee Undressed” event. The curvaceous gals from the Cupcake Burlesque troupe venture inside the animated world of damsels in distress and conspiring villains and flip it on its head. Picture Sleeping Beauty waking up from her…
“Big in Japan” isn’t only the name of a Tom Waits song. It’s also a reality for power trio the Winery Dogs. The nascent supergroup — consisting of lead vocalist/guitarist Richie Kotzen (formerly of Poison and Mr. Big), drummer Mike Portnoy (co-founder of progressive metal giants Dream Theater), and bassist…
Sure everyone’s bummed about the closing of venerable downtown Miami indie haunt Vagabond, but this bad news comes with a bit of a silver lining for those of us north of the Golden Glades Interchange. Popular darkwave night Black Fridays will be making a move back to the Fort Lauderdale…
Reducing your carbon footprint doesn’t have to be boring. Matter of fact, it can be laugh-out-loud funny and provide entertainment for the whole family too. Just ask visual performer Steve Trash, who has made a career out of it. Known as the “Rockin’ Eco Hero,” Trash was living “green” before…
Boa noite — that’s Portuguese for “good night” — which is exactly the kind of time attendees will have at Saturday’s female vocal choir Brazilian Voices’ concert, Rhythm. Much as the name suggests, this vocal ensemble — consisting of 30 women onstage — explores the beats, percussion, and liveliness of…
Indie garage rockers Deaf Poets may have been born in Miami Beach, but the noise this sonic duo emits is anything but tropical. Featuring bombastic guitar strums and blaring snare-drum smashes, this powerful, bluesy two-piece emits sounds more fitting for a grimy hole in the wall in Memphis. Nature of…
Local darkwave act Astari Nite has been plugging away at its brooding, atmospheric, Interpol-inspired sounds for more than seven years now and is finally starting to see the fruits of its labor. Last week, we received news that the local melancholic four-piece sealed a deal with German label Danse Macabre…
It’s hard to believe that nearly ten years have passed since former Comes with the Fall lead singer William DuVall took the helm as the vocalist for Alice in Chains. It was a move that proved questionable for Alice in Chain fans at the time. How could the group stand…
The Arts Ballet Theater of Florida has brought us a season full of stunning piqué turns, relevé spins, and brisé jumps. Under the tutelage of ballet master Vladimir Issaev, this professional, international corps of dancers delighted audiences with a diverse repertoire of routines — ranging from classics such as Petipa’s…
During the last monthly FAT Village Arts Walk, you may have walked by the quaint art studio/multi-use venue known as the World and Eye Arts Center and not hung around long enough to appreciate this space’s deep commitment to every facet of local art. No worries; this Saturday provides you…
“Just another one hit wonder,” mused music critics when Sacramento, California alternative pop act Cake first came onto the scene in the’90s, with its pervasive hit “Going the Distance.” Led by singer John McCrea’s dissafected speak-sing style, its deep baselines, and heavy funk grooves, the song smothered commercial radio, cathcing…
Since opening in early March, former Miami haunt Pawn Shop has been a hit at its newer, revamped location on Clematis Street. Some may have been skeptical how a club, formerly based in the rougher parts of Miami-Dade would translate on the glitzier Clematis Street. But judging by the masses…
Times are tough friends, and freelancing does not pay as much as it used to. Eating ramen noodles for breakfast, lunch, and dinner gets old quick, no matter how much siracha you put on it. Because of these reasons, and the incessant need to make rent every month, this freelancer…
Record collectors, you day has come. Yes, it’s that time of year again: Record Store Day, when 700 independently owned U.S. record stores and hundreds of others worldwide join forces and celebrate the unique culture that surrounds the local record store. With this global shebang come coveted record releases, of…
Take the charisma of popular old-school variety shows such as The Carol Burnett Show with the pizzazz of America’s Got Talent and add an Asian flair and there you have the majesty that is the Fantasy Dreams – Asian Music Show. Featuring Vietnamese’s top recording artists, this concert held at…
With the advent of the internet and the ushering in of the digital era, the concept of a local record store may seem outdated. But you know what’s missing from those torrent files and streaming sites? A human touch, a hub for the musical community to convene with others who…
It’s been about a year now since you’ve been plugging away with your garage rock band, sweating in a non-air-conditioned warehouse space, and losing sleep over late-night practices. Mostly it’s resulted only in your showing up late for your retail gig at Urban Outfitters. All this time, and you and…
With the advent of the internet and the ushering in of the digital era, the concept of the local record store may seem outdated. But you know what’s missing from those torrent files and streaming sites? A human touch, a hub for the musical community to convene with others who…
Artist Zachary Fabri is one of those local success stories we know. Born, raised, and educated in South Florida (he’s a Miami native with a BFA from the New World School of the Arts), he moved to New York City to seek greener pastures. It’s a gamble many local artists…
