STRFKR With Chrome Sparks and Feelings Grand Central, Miami Tuesday, September 24, 2013 Better Than: It was a Tuesday night. How did you spend yours? At one point during last night’s triumphant set by Starfucker (STRFKR), the bright lights that danced and coalesced behind band members cooled, and the stage…
Despite being a sly sarcastic joke, the band name Miami Horror nonetheless evokes our city’s essential duality — a glitzy, neon-soaked tropical paradise on the surface, with a dark, seedy criminal underbelly, as mythologized by Miami Vice and Scarface. “I liked the contrast of the two words — colorful and…
True. There’s no such thing as a free party on South Beach. You’ve always gotta anticipate certain expenses. Like valet parking. And drinks for you. And tips for the guy who dries your hands in the restroom. And drinks for the babe by the bar. And cigarettes for that babe…
Every good music fan is looking forward to III Points, right? How could you not? The chance to rep your town, explore your own streets, get treated to some good food and fun times, and get down to funky rhythms is exactly what we want to do every weekend. Of…
It speaks to the primal power of Sigur Rós’ sound that the Icelandic band has never needed to abandon its native Icelandic tongue (except occasionally for the invented gibberish variant, Hopelandic), much less yield to pop song constructs, to find success. For about 15 years now, the group has channeled…
Churchill’s Pub has hosted live music seven nights a week since 1979. That’s over 20,000 live performances from some of the best bands in America. Die Trying is one of them, and no matter how far away from home the crew’s new self-titled vinyl release on Oi! The Boat Records…
Aside from year-round beach weather, one of the perks of living in the Magic City is the stellar talent that passes through our sandy shores. There’s always some local act, up-and-coming artist, and big shot superstar putting on a show for us beautiful people. Just check out the five best…
Geto Boys are like the 2 Live Crew of murder music. Probably why the crew’s on the soundtrack to the new Grand Theft Auto V. Last night, Scarface, Willie D, and Bushwick Bill, the multiplatinum artists from 5th Ward Houston’s Rap A Lot Records, gave Miami a killer performance. Their…
The countdown to the inaugural III Points Music, Technology, and Art Festival has begun, and no doubt you’re running around trying to figure out exactly which acts you should see and which ones you can miss. It’s tough choosing, but don’t worry, we’ve got your back. Now, the whole idea…
Finally, after months of speculation, we finally know who has been tapped to perform at the Sensation’s Ocean of White tour stop at Miami’s American Airlines Arena on October 12. Fedde Le Grand, Nic Fanciulli and Prok & Fitch, along with Sensation resident DJ Mr. White and MC Gee are…
It’s a party for Planet Earth, man. The inaugural Friends of Nature Festival’s got some lofty goals. Namely, being “one of the first eco-friendly interactive music festivals in Miami … to educate the public on sustainability, the well-being of the planet, and how to contribute to saving it.” But it’s…
When music flows from a deep well of emotional honesty, the world can’t help but be moved. Such is the case with the haunting and elegant melodies of Banks. This young woman from Los Angeles started writing songs in her bedroom, and up until a few months ago, not even…
Wild, crazy, beautiful … It’s the Band Perry — one blonde belle and two dark, stormy dudes with a thing for extra-long mop-top haircuts and leather pants. A little bit country and a little bit rock ‘n’ roll, this certified-platinum sibling threesome from Alabama has got a special foot-stomping flair…
Dance parties, mosh pits, panel discussions, afternoon barbecues, EDM-lecturing-slash-hair-cutting sessions … Over three days in October, the III Points Festival will be bringing “a conference … a conversation,” as co-organizer David Sinopoli told us, “an intellectually stimulating thing” to Wynwood’s clubs, bars, cafes, galleries, and even its indoor soccer spots…
Imagine being so successful, you could buy a house and have no idea what it looks like. Sounds awesome, right? Wrong! It’s fucking terrible! A life of travel and excess is nothing but drug abuse, greedy lovers, lies, false friends, and emptiness! At least, this is what we’ve deduced from…
The bands that last, they’re the exceptions to the rule. The Geto Boys are that kind of long-lasting, exceptional group. And after 24 years, they’re still going strong and they’re headed to Miami this Thursday for a show at Blackbird Ordinary. Widely regarded as one of the greatest hip-hop crews…
Tha Alkaholiks just want you to get drunk and have a good time. Maybe smoke some weed and let the music hit you. Then scream, yell, and throw your hands in the air. It’s what they’ve been promoting since the early ’90s, when their good-time, house-party hip-hop took over all…
Churchill’s Pub. 1998. The U.S. Bombs are playing furious acid-drop skate punk. Lead singer Duane Peters’ head is covered in blood, possibly from smashing a microphone into his own face. The stage and the floor is slick with warm beer and sweat. A big guy in a plain blue t-shirt…
Kaskade’s Atmosphere Tour With Amtrac and Late Night Alumni American Airlines Arena, Miami Saturday, September 14, 2013 Better Than: Any DJ in any arena we’ve ever seen. As electronic dance music rises in popularity, a lot of DJ-producers lower the bar. Many succumb to gimmicks or let flashy lightshows take…
“Every other day of the week is fine, but whenever Monday comes, you can find me cryin’ all of the time.” Oh, Mamas and the Papas, we couldn’t agree with you more. We know we “can’t trust that day,” but at least the thought of Stone Temple Pilots, Yo Gotti,…
Kaskade is quickly becoming one of the biggest names in dance music. He’s playing the Miami’s American Airlines Arena tomorrow, and that’s the kind of arena-god swag reserved for only the most sought-after talent. But with great power comes great responsibility, and Kaskade doesn’t shy away from his duties to…
Pet Shop Boys’ Electric Tour With Jacques Lu Cont Fillmore Miami Beach Thursday, September 12, 2013 The Pet Shop Boys kicked off its U.S. tour in Miami last night. And nearly 30 years after the duo’s inception, singer Neil Tennant and keyboardist Chris Lowe are still trying to keep it…
