You didn’t have to be a total comedy nerd kid to revel in the jokes of Kevin Nealon and, arguably, the finest Saturday Night Live cast in the late eighties and early nineties. You just had to have cool parents. But it’s likely that watching Nealon dressed as Franz or reading…
Rozay’s Bentley ate a clip full bullets last week, and the man made a song, hired an arsenal of mercenaries, and stepped into the home turf of the guy whose name he stole.Grammy weekend is here, and Rick Ross is gonna either live or die in L.A.We expect he’ll grab…
Downtown Fort Lauderdale, otherwise known as Riverfront, has long held a particular identity in the South Florida party scene. The bar-hopping atmosphere is perfect for marinating in PBR with your college friends, but isn’t exactly conducive to catching big name DJs. When Off the Hookah moved from its popular location…
A good chunk of the crowd at Hard Rock Live last night was there to see bald-eagle-flag-lovin’ Merle Haggard. Another larger part came to sing along with joint-rolling, “Crazy”-writing Willie Nelson. It’s probably accurate to say though that everyone got the biggest thrill from spotting Vanilla Ice in the audience. See also -…
Those not familiar with pianist Michael Kaeshammer’s work might find it a bit baffling that the Gold Coast Jazz Society chose a 36-year-old German-born, Canadian-raised singer-songwriter to headline the Mardi Gras-themed February edition of its 21st Anniversary Jazz Concert Series. A closer inspection however reveals that Kaeshammer — touted as…
By Erica K. LandauTo kinda quote George Bernard Shaw (or possibly Oscar Wilde — the origins are shaky), if you’re going to tell people the truth, you’d better make them laugh; otherwise they’ll kill you.If there ever was a way to describe what satirical news source The Onion does, and…
When asked how he is, Miami-based rapper, singer, songwriter Swazy Styles declares enthusiastically, “I’m doing great!” It seems that through his music, he’s dedicated to making everyone else feel exactly the same way. “I promote good, positive music,” Swazy says. “Away from some of what other artists are promoting. It’s all about…
See also – Valentine’s Day in Palm Beach County: Restaurant Prix Fixe OptionsThursday, February 7Dr. Sketchy’s Anti- Art School with Kid Cadet in Candyland7 p.m. first Thursday of the month @ Five Points Lounge & Kreepy Tiki Tattoos, 2606 S. Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale. $10 in advance or $12 at…
Nestled in an expanse of urban sprawl just north of the airport is Kreepy Tiki Tattoos, a high-end tattoo parlor that is reminiscent of a turn of the century swanky island paradise. It’s decked from top to bottom with retro tiki mugs, candlelit shrines, and vintage furniture and the buzz…
Last night, the Kravis Center spiced it up a bit and delivered a night of comedy for the mostly grey-haired audience to write their grandkids about. Billed as the latest “formal SNL stars” traveling circus, comedians Chris Kattan, Tim Meadows, and Jon Lovitz proved that they aren’t washed up.Chris Kattan…
Your first reaction is envy when you hear Bjork, R. Kelly, and Belle & Sebastian are headlining Chicago’s Pitchfork Music Festival. And that the Stone Roses, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Modest Mouse, Lou Reed, and Blur (and that’s just Friday’s line-up) are playing Coachella, your second reaction is to audit…
Wiseman Willie, Padre Nelson, the potheaded stranger — he’s known by many names, but this country legend and social activist has remained steadfast in his singular devotion to Mary Jane for nearly 60 years. He’s been busted. He’s been badgered. But he’s never backed down. And by God, everyone’s favorite…
If you also worship at the altar of Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein, you might have caught the “Take Back MTV” episode of Portlandia. They did something we here in South Florida took note of. They name-dropped one of the major foundations located in our community, the John S. and…
Top shelf iced vodka shakes on the VIP table with each thump of pounding bass.The walls vibrate.Half-naked model chicks dance on couches, slap each others’ asses, and take pictures.NYC’s DJ Boris surveys the scene from his booth, builds his sound like an architect, and then smashes through the house with…
Tiny, pretty women with Skrillex cuts emotionally screeched along with every single lyric sung by Romy Madley Croft and Oliver Sim last night at the Fillmore on Miami Beach. It was in this haze of feelings and mixed drinks that I realized that the xx makes R&B for white people,…
By Lane NiesetCanadian quintet Mother Mother may be selling out shows and headlining festivals in Canada, but this band from Vancouver is stepping into uncharted territory in the U.S. With their fourth album, The Sticks, dropping in the States. on February 12, the band is gearing up to hit the road…
Daniel Tosh is an interesting fellow. Since announcing yesterday that he will be performing at the Kravis Center in June, its stirred up some conversation. It seems everyone has an opinion on him, and most aren’t very good. But regardless, we can’t seem to simply flip past the Comedy Central…
Mumford & Sons are like the most popular group on the planet. It doesn’t matter if you’ve never heard any of their songs, all the rest of your family has, and they’re all jazzed up about ’em. These four Brits have announced their Gentlemen of the Road stopover shows, which…
If the one thing you’re dedicated to in life is music, and are totally committed to remaining totally out of touch with politics, first of all, no. And second of all, turns out Spotify is a good way for your lazy ass to learn about those who you (even by…
Hipster is such a nebulous and obnoxious term. But if you say that you don’t want to use this weird word, all eyes land on you accusingly. Now you seem like the hipster in the room who is merely insulted by being categorized. But the truth is, the term is given…
“Rockin’ and rollin'” is a euphemism for sex.And R&B is the basis for rock and roll music.And the O’Jays are in the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.So, obviously, the O’Jays make great fucking music, And great fucking music.No surprise they’re playing Hard Rock Live in Hollywood on Valentines Day…
After 60 hours or so on Mountain Song at Sea’s maiden voyage, any return to so-called normalcy is a challenge. After all, spending time with some of the greatest name in bluegrass and nu-grass presents an alternative universe where banjos, fiddles, mandolins, and close-knit harmonies not only set the scene,…
