Unlike many outfits who take years to reap their just rewards, Band of Heathens worked their way into the spotlight fairly quickly. It wasn’t that they had any grand designs early on, or even had any thoughts about becoming a band in the first place. What began initially as a…
I’ve never played a board game with Harry Wayne “KC” Casey, but I’d be willing to bet I could beat him at Operation, because the man has a knack for getting things stuck in people’s heads. Chances are his music has infiltrated your own subconscious since he founded KC and…
The obstacles facing a “man” or a “woman” who has made the decision to switch sexes are huge. Consider, then, how tough — and how liberating — the process of becoming a woman has been for a musical star negotiating the ruff, tuff, macho world of hardcore rock ‘n’ roll…
What’s in a like? Showing a stamp of approval for your favorite brand of toothpaste really does nothing for the human race except maybe save you 50 cents on your next Target run. Giving the “thumbs up” normally means news-feed clogs and unwanted event invites. But for one local band,…
Last month, we broke a story speculating on the identity of a newcomer to the scene called Boots. He seemingly came out of nowhere to produce Beyoncé’s new mega surprise visual album. Some photos posted on Buzzfeed revealed a dead ringer for Broward native Asher. Or perhaps he had a…
By John Payne The obstacles facing a “man” or a “woman” who has made the decision to switch sexes are huge. Consider, then, how tough — and how liberating — the process of becoming a woman has been for a musical star negotiating the ruff, tuff, macho world of hardcore…
You couldn’t pick a better venue to watch Nashville’s scuzzy and jangly punk rockers Turbo Fruits perform than Lake Worth haunt Propaganda. It’s as if frontman Jonas Stein’s dirty, debauched pop ditties were destined to be played on that stage. If you haven’t witnessed Turbo Fruits’ boozy, frantic, instant-backyard-party-type performances,…
Ric Pattison had no choice. Known in the local music scene as a singer-songwriter, guitarist, record producer, and sound engineer, he is a child of the UK’s clubland, coming of age in the early ’70s Northern Soul scene. He was a regular at the fabled Wigan Casino, where all-night dance…
When you wake up with a hangover, every light gets a little brighter, every sound gets a little louder, and every person in your bed gets a little uglier. That’s why you have to tread lightly after a night on the town. There are foods you eat and food you…
Do you smell that? The faint scent of spilt beer and not showering for days can only mean one thing: Festival season is upon us! And unless you have been living under a dead guy for the past couple of weeks, you should be well aware that the announcement frenzy…
Every year, the Allman Brothers Band gets together in Live Oak, Florida, and organizes an instrumental blowout at the Spirit of Suwannee Music Park. They bring out a roots and jam scene that is as trippy as it is granola, classic but never stale, and all talent. 2014 marks the…
It is no secret that Pool Party is one of our favorite part-time South Florida resident bands. It is also no secret that I am not funny. Two ex-wives and three State of Florida judges will attest to that; but not unlike my Corsican mother, County Grind oils its wheels…
South Florida’s most prolific emcee, Serum continues his APB assault promoting his latest work with Virginia’s Oz ARC Raider and Dutchman Stijn Beats: Megatropolis and this, their latest video in support of the effort features locals Manifesto, LMS, and Chris Black. County Grind has mentioned it plenty of times, but…
Just one year in, and Coastars Coffee has sealed the transformation of Lake Worth’s South “J” Street into Little Portlandia. Young persons (and those young of spirit) with interesting hair and vintage and/or steampunk gear bicycle over to lead the digital life, be artsy, sip craft coffee and gab. See…
As a kid, I rummaged through my parents’ cassettes, separating the good from the Billy Ocean. Sometimes, though, I’d come upon a tape that was beyond great, that was nearly perfect. And then I’d listen to it a thousand times while lying on my bedroom floor and eventually let it…
Sleeper Agent has the media totally awake and paying attention with dilated pupils since their sound was a little scuzzier and more punk. It’s gotten nods from Rolling Stone and Spin, being called out as “a band to watch” and “one of our favorite new bands” respectively. Whether Sleeper Agent…
When you live in a warm climate like Florida, any attempt at creating a festival frenzy need not be confined to the summertime. In fact, the next couple of months, this sunny state will experience a new spate of music festivals, giving a welcome respite to all those on the…
Justin Crumpton is from Muscle Shoals, AL, a place he describes as, “pretty much exactly the same as it was in the 1970s.” It is, he adds, “known for its soul music, history, that sort of thing.” Crumpton, a guitarist since he was 14, was more of a metal kid…
Skum was always more hype than band. Starting out in Williamsburg, VA, in the 1980s they were better at promoting themselves than playing their instruments. They did everything in their power, including calling the cops to shut down their shows, to make certain they weren’t exposed as only knowing how…
Music vet and New Times scribe Lee Zimmerman offers his insights, opinions, and observations about the local scene. This week: Jim Wurster returns with his boldest effort yet. Jim Wurster can claim credit as one of South Florida’s most original musicians, not simply because he possesses a singular sound but,…
Original art (oils and assemblage), vintage LP covers (name your genre) and used furniture (cheap) decorate the Beat Cup Cafe; musical instruments lean against walls or in corners. Tables and chairs and big, comfy couches are spread around the floor, while sculpture graces the lawn outside facing the patio with…
Jorma Kaukonen is a genuine musical journeyman, a man whose trajectory has all but ensured his musical immortality. As a member of both the Jefferson Airplane and its bluesy offshoot Hot Tuna, which he formed with bassist and longtime friend Jack Casady, his name is forever ingrained in the annals…
