The Jacuzzi Boys are so everywhere. Their Daytrotter session went live and likely exposed a slew of internet music nerds to their CrazySexyCool rock ‘n’ roll. It’s quite an honor to be added to this streaming library of live recordings made by mostly emerging indie bands. They’re so everywhere that they’re even…
Elton John is the owner of six Grammy awards, has a net worth of $320 million, and despite his extensive history with drug abuse and his unabashed honesty when it comes to pop culture, he remains an inspirational figure in music.The legend transgressed from a young man, yearning for a…
County Grinders, in case you haven’t heard the good word yet, New Times is putting together its 15th-Annual New Times “Original” Beerfest. Perhaps the best news of all, it’s only about two months away — the sudsy celebration is set for March 31. You are probably a little confused right…
Starving as an artist sucks. Starving, period, sucks. That’s why it’s so sweet that Dada is hosting Trauma Hawk, a co-op event for artists to sell their usable art, made mostly with recycled materials, this Sunday. They’ll make money and do things like eat with it. Artist and musician Maitejosune…
Black Cobra Invernal (Southern Lord Recordings) blackcobra.net Say what you will, but South Florida loves all of its children, whether they live here or not. I can’t think of a better example of this at the moment than the almighty duo of Black Cobra. And that’s not just because album…
If you grew up in South Florida and are old enough to remember the mid- and late ’90s, you might remember the band Discount. The Vero Beach punk ensemble was led by then middle schooler Alison Mosshart. The once-underaged songstress is now a grown woman living in London as one-half…
Miami band Plains’ first year of existence was defined by a certain elusiveness. The group, led by frontman Michael McGinnis, dropped gem after indie-rock gem to the internet hordes but largely held back from saturating the live circuit. The focus on writing and recording meant that the group’s self-titled debut…
The creation myth of August Burns Red is charmingly pastoral. The founding members, then high school buddies, got together on drummer Matt Greiner’s family farmland in exurban Lancaster, Pennsylvania. But the sound they came up with was the opposite of mellow — in fact, maybe all that open space encouraged…
Buffalo, New York-based death-metal legend Cannibal Corpse has been going strong for some 23 years now, longer than many of its younger fans have likely been alive. That, however, is the beauty of that musical style and of Cannibal Corpse in particular. As long as there is a new, fresh…
If you live in South Florida and often are at shows, it is entirely possible that we’ve made eye contact. This is because I like to glare intensely at people, and also because I spend my afternoons obsessively checking events on Facebook, looking for concerts to attend once the sun…
Music vet and New Times scribe Lee Zimmerman offers his insights, opinions and observations about the local scene. This week: Two very different backstage scenarios… Considering the fact that this column is called Backstage in South Florida, I found it interesting to note the differences in a pair of backstage…
Buffalo, New York-based death-metal legends Cannibal Corpse have been going strong for some 23 years now, longer than many of their younger fans have likely been alive. That, however, is the beauty of that musical style and of Cannibal Corpse in particular. As long as there is a new fresh…
Lou Barlow has been to South Florida only once, ever, and previously has had no desire to spend any extended time at sea. This week, though, he’s due for an extended dose of both. The indie-rock icon is slated to perform aboard the Weezer Cruise, departing from the Port of…
Skerik & FriendsHurricane Bar & Grill, Delray BeachJanuary 15, 2011 Better than: The Dead Kennedys and Kenny G at any point in their careers.While you might think that an excursion to Jamaica and Haiti would be a low-key vacation, the return of Jam Cruise patrons on Saturday instigated epic stories…
It’s tough to imagine that any previously initiated Wannee Festival lovers felt anything but warmth this morning when they checked the lineup announcement on the fest’s website. They’ll probably feel the warmth again when they log on to buy their tickets, which will be released Friday. Wannee Fest has always…
Music vet and New Times scribe Lee Zimmerman shares observations, insights and updates relating to South Florida’s musical environs. This week, cool conversation, part two. In our last Backstage in South Florida column, I reflected on some of the more notable interviews I conducted over the past 12 months. As…
Galactic With Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, and Bobby Lee Rodgers Trio Revolution Live, Fort Lauderdale January 14, 2012Better than: Anything that doesn’t include Stanton Moore showing how good he is at the drums. If all good things must end, Saturday night’s funk marathon was the best possible way to…
If you’re reading this you’ve found yourself in South Florida for yet another year. Although it may not be your heart’s desire, you can’t let it go to waste. Rejoice! Because you’re in an area flocked with the oddest assortment of musical varieties that one state can handle. To be best…
Hollywood-based singer-songwriter Jose Ferrer, better known as Boxwood, has earned a reputation for his uncommon performance approach, using a loop pedal to singlehandedly layer tracks live. But his second release, the EP Sun Garden City, leaves no doubt, the studio is his playground.Which isn’t to say you should expect frisky,…
Click here to view a full slideshow of photos from the Bob Seger concert at BankAtlantic Center. Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band BankAtlantic Center, Fort Lauderdale Thursday,December 12, 2012 Better than: The majority of rockers who are only a fraction of his age.White-haired, slightly expanded around the middle and boasting wire-rim…
Music vet and New Times scribe Lee Zimmerman shares observations, insights and updates relating to South Florida’s musical environs. This week, cool conversations… The start of a new year always seems to inspire a look back at the past 12 months, and while it may be self-indulgent to share certain…
Man, you ever get the feelin’ that today’s music ain’t got the same soul? Well, as Motor City rambler, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, and facial hair aficionado Bob Seger once sang: “Call me a relic, call me what you will/Say I’m old-fashioned, say I’m over the hill… I…
