When we spoke with Tom Johnston of the Doobie Brothers, the singer and guitarist was relaxing in Miranda, California. Not that he had much downtime; Johnston just came back from Orlando and next the band was on to stoping that included Boston, Texas, California, then a rock cruise with Alice…
In the mid- to late ’70s, Blue Öyster Cult was among the biggest bands in the musical stratosphere. Its records sold in the millions, and the band could claim three hit singles — “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper,” “Burnin’ for You,” and “Godzilla.” It was also a constant fixture on the…
Friday night, Against Me! slammed back into town for the final show of its tour for the second year in a row, playing Culture Room — same as last time. Before the concert, Radio-Active Records hosted a meet-and-greet with the band. Attendance was surprisingly light, though I’d have to agree…
Girls wearing fairy wings and glitter twirled around while a guy dressed as a White Walker creepily watched over the crowd on one of the staircases. Hip white dudes with perfectly coifed ‘dos danced wildly with Dungeons and Dragons fans and kandi girls clad in fuzzy leg warmers. There’s pretty…
When was the last time you went to church? Whenever it was, we’re going to guess psychedelic stagecraft wasn’t a big part of the spiritual production. Maybe the church crowd isn’t really your scene, but if you love great music, great vibes, and great spectacles, Shpongle live might be the…
Music changed forever during the heady days of the late ’60s. Indeed, while the bands may no longer be around, their legacies still survive thanks to the influence that resonated with so many musical acts that followed. The roll call of immortal outfits that left an indelible imprint reads like…
You could complain that Alice Cooper’s voice sounded strained Wednesday night at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida, but that would be like visiting the zoo and whining about the quality of the food. If you go see the Godfather of Shock Rock live, it’s not to hear a fine…
In the early and mid-’70s, only the Allman Brothers and Lynyrd Skynyrd typified the sound of Southern rock better than the Marshall Tucker Band. The band became one of the leading lights on the budding Capricorn Records label courtesy of their eponymous 1973 debut. Originally dubbed the Toy Factory, the…
It’s a ridiculously exciting time for music in South Florida. And it feels so great to be able to state that honestly and not have to feign enthusiasm for the region’s scene just because the job of a music writer depends on it. The artists creeping up out of the…
South Florida Game of Thrones fans don’t have to wait until the show’s fifth-season premiere on April 12 to experience some of their favorite crazy fantasy action. This week, Kristian Nairn will be sitting on Revolution’s Iron Throne. Nairn, the Northern Irish actor and DJ best-known for playing hulking giant…
South Florida’s live music scene is becoming one of the most robust in the nation. One measure of that vitality is the upcoming opening of a new venue called Lafayette’s in West Palm Beach. It’s the offshoot of an establishment with the same name currently located in Memphis, Tennessee. The…
Culture Room was crowded with women to see Ingrid Michaelson last night except for a few dates or chaperones. The room was buzzing with excitement to see the songstress sing in such an intimate space. The place was packed even an hour before showtime, and by the time the show…
Promoter Charlie Rodriguez has been dancing nonstop since the 1970s, and his feet still don’t hurt. He says the music keeps him young, and it will do the same for you. That’s why all South Florida lovebirds looking for a good romantic throwback should check out the Valentine’s Day Concert…
Although there are gifted entertainers in the world of music, it’s truly difficult to find a musician who is timeless and cares about the music more than the fame. Enter Andrea Bocelli, tenor opera singer straight from Tuscany, Italy. Afflicted with congenital glaucoma that was further worsened by a soccer…
All aspiring rock bands should be aware that giving your group a human name may one day cause identity issues for your lead singer. Debbie Harry, whatever her hair color is now, will always be known as Blondie; same with Marilyn Manson, and what about poor Hootie? Nobody knows this…
When you walk into the coworking space at General Provision, you may see a painter creating his next masterpiece, a writer diligently working on her first novel, or a group of techies on their laptops designing a new app. Though all of them have a different craft, they have the…
Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band BB&T Center, Sunrise Saturday, February 7, 2015 Better than: Most performers half his age. Watching Bob Seger at a concert is like watching an old-fashioned preacher stir up a congregation. “Give me that old-time rock ‘n’ roll!” Seger commanded his fans on Saturday…
It’s getting hard to use words like “emerging” and “blossoming” these days when describing Fort Lauderdale’s FAT Village. It’s no longer a neighborhood trying to establish itself. Crowds grow larger with each monthly art walk, and its expanding nightlife scene provides many options for the rest of the days of…
Music vet and New Times scribe Lee Zimmerman shares stories of memorable rock ‘n’ roll encounters that took place locally. This week: Cotton comes to the Keys. Rock stars of a certain age, like everyone else north of the Mason-Dixon Line, seem to have this intrinsic desire to migrate…
Both Less Than Jake and Reel Big Fish have a 20-year reputation of providing the best live shows you can witness based on sheer fun. Nobody has a bad time at either of their concerts. It’s almost a rule. Less Than Jake, Reel Big Fish, and Authority Zero brought their…
Eric Garcia, AKA Uncle Scotchy, is the lead vocalist and harmonica ace of Juke, a Miami-based postblues band. Scotchy is Garcia’s alter-ego/one-man band in which he creates sound sitting on a cajón, accompanied by a high-hat, guitar, and harmonica. He confessed it’s “just boring to have ‘Eric Garcia’ playing live.”…
After a week on the high seas, soaking up equal parts sun and sounds of Satan, what’s the first thing passengers of the hard-rock-festival-on-a-boat Shiprocked are going to want? Tacos, and more metal. Duh. The first Metal Taco Fest, to be held this weekend at Kreepy Tiki in Fort Lauderdale,…
