Everybody loves beating on Ringo Starr — he’s got a weird face, they say, and isn’t he the one who wrote that song about the submarine? Don’t forget too that apocryphal tale of someone asking John Lennon if Ringo was the best drummer in the world, to which he allegedly…
For many who grew up in South Florida, your first major concert for someone who’s really famous, like your mom knows who they are famous, was at the place now known as the Cruzan Amphitheatre. This West Palm Beach staple has announced a strong lineup of big name acts this…
Photos of Boston at Hard Rock Live.BostonSeminole Hard Rock Live, HollywoodThursday, June 28, 2012Better than: The computerized arena pop of todayThough no longer playing arenas, like in their 1970s heyday, Boston still played at a volume loud enough to feel as if it were playing in a mega huge stadium last…
Ex Norwegian, Opium SymphonyDive Bar, Fort LauderdaleThursday, June 28, 2012Better than: Ezra?Last night, we caught Miami Beach’s Ex Norwegian in a rather unusual setting for a polished indie-pop band: Fort Lauderdale’s A1A Dive Bar. The band, led by lead singer and guitarist Roger Houdaille, took the opportunity to shake down some…
Wayne Nelson will tell you it’s luck. He’ll tell you that his story — in which he goes from being a self-taught musician to fronting one of the best vocal harmony bands in rock — is all a matter of circumstance. But don’t let his modesty fool you. Wayne Nelson, the…
Check out Mike Mineo’s contribution to our Chronic Cover Songs for 420.New Times caught wind that eccentric singer-songwriter Mike Mineo decided to audition for Season 12 of American Idol. Considering he is one of South Florida’s most promising vocalists, we think he is going to be aces on the reality…
Our full interview with Erix S. Laurent on his project Teepee here.Teepee has been busy, busy, busy since we last spoke with the musician behind the sound and concept Erix S. Laurent. The limited edition seven inch “Time Meant Nothing” is coming out on July 19 (available now for pre-order),…
Slide show of Action Bronson at Green Room.Robb Bank$ was named Best Hip-hip Artist by New Times Broward Palm Beach 2012.Click here for an interview with Robb Bank$.Action BronsonFeaturing Robb Bank$ and MeRcyGreen Room, Fort LauderdaleWednesday, June 27Better than: Any action in the kitchen.”Alright, time for a rap show,” Action…
If you’re not familiar with the weekly spirituality-inspired cabaret act at the Manor, you’re missing out. Big time. Hosted by WIG (Wild Inspirational Gatherings) Ministries, this weekly is unique. It’s one part spiritual, one part comedy, and one part musical. Oh, and one part drag queen.Last night’s service was led…
Though he was preaching peace and love, Ringo Starr may have offended some folks in 2008 when he announced his retirement from signing fan mail. “This is a serious message to everybody watching my update right now,” the former Beatle said in a video message. “I want to tell you,…
In 1972, Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together” was named Billboard’s top R&B track. Today, it’s widely considered one of the most important American recordings, earning a top-100 spot on both Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time list and the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry. Yet despite its…
Before your first tribute tattoo, the only way to express how much you dug certain bands was writing their name in Wite-Out on your middle-school Jansport. Sandwiched somewhere between Nirvana’s happy face and a Smashing Pumpkins heart doodle, you lovingly scrawled three one-syllable words, proving you were a music connoisseur…
For the Miami New Times breakdown of the post-Marc Anthony aspects of the affair, click here.Yesterday, word on the email press release tip was that the gays would be out protesting President Obama’s appearance on South Beach (the actual South Beach, not the South Beach of ESPN). But when I…
View photos of Tech N9ne and Machine Gun Kelly at Club CinemaFull pre-show interview with Tech N9ne here. Read more about Mayday! and a Machine Gun Kelly at Revolution Live review.Hostile Takeover Tour 2012Featuring Strange Music artists Mayday!, Stevie Stone, Tech N9ne, and Machine Gun KellyClub CinemaJune 26, 2012Better Than: Madonna…
Read our review of The Veldt. Following the news yesterday that the title track of Deadmau5’s newly released EP The Veldt was lyrically inspired by sci-fi writer Ray Bradbury, the Canadian rabbit-masked producer released a video that pays homage to the recently deceased novelist. Whereas the lyrics of the tracks are suitably…
Pitchfork.tv’s latest episode of “Selector” — a hip-hop freestyle show — features wordsmith Action Bronson taking to the streets in an ice cream truck. Riding around Brooklyn, the amusing rapper gives the scoop (couldn’t resist a cheesy ice cream pun) on upcoming projects and working as a professional chef. He…
Over the years, a fair share of music promoters have made their respective marks on the local music scene. While some have come and go, many others have soldiered on in thankless capacities. Their contributions have been at the forefront of making (or at least trying to make) South Florida…
Lana Del Rey, the siren known more for her Saturday Night Live gaffe than her talent, has probably been looking for a way to distinguish herself to the point where people stop referring to her as “the siren known more for her Saturday Night Live gaffe than her talent.” To…
Deadmau5 releases a new four-track EP, The Veldt, today via Ultra Music — the first in a series to be released, leading up to his fourth full-length record scheduled to arrive later in 2012. It’s already been a high-profile year for the acclaimed progressive-electro house producer. While well-established as the biggest…
Revered South Florida musicians and Boise Bob and His Backyard Band members Dan Hosker and Lori O’Quinn (AKA Tex Merlot) were greatly affected by a car accident this past May. Hosker is a hugely admired and much-loved South Florida music veteran and his medical condition remains tenuous. O’Quinn also was greatly affected…
Norton Museum of Art Summer SOULstice CelebrationThe People Upstairs, Suenalo, Spam All-StarsCo-hosted by 97.9 WRMF “I just need my wine.” These are the words that bond new acquaintances for life. Or at least the length of time it takes while waiting in line for a glass of wine. This was…
Green Room’s weekly Black Friday event is letting those six feet under rise again on June 22, for the Dead Celebrity party. Partygoers are asked to dress as their favorite deceased musician, artist, or pop-culture icon, or hell, even a zombie, and dance the night away to the Goth anthems…
