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2011 Stories by Jose D. Duran

• Identity Festival signals dance music's true arrival on the American scene

  published August 25, 2011

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• Danny Daze's "Your Everything" Is Seducing Soundsystems Everywhere (Video)

  published Aug 19, 2011

  Danny Daze started out like every Miami DJ: spinning at South Beach clubs and downtown joints, trying to earn a buck. But deep down, there was an electronic music artist waiting to come out. And now... More >>

• Architecture in Helsinki and Lo-Fi-Fnk at Grand Central November 11

  published Aug 18, 2011

  Seriously, Grand Central. We get it. You are bringing everyone and their mother to your downtown venue this fall and winter.Latest addition: Aussie indie pop outfit Architecture in Helsinki. Yeah, des... More >>

• Little Dragon Returns to Miami October 22 at Grand Central

  published Aug 17, 2011

  When Swedish electro outfit Little Dragon performed at Electric Pickle back in January, S. Pajot noted a few sound issues, saying "[Yukimi Nagano's] vocals were drenched in a little too much reverb an... More >>

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  Identity Festival 2011: A Guide for Bros, Girls, Hip-Hoppers, Snobs, and Hipsters

  published Aug 17, 2011

  Dance music's gonna blow up! That's the kind of ecstatic chatter that's been endlessly parroted by pop commentators in 2011. However, this perception that electronic tuneage has been waiting idly on ... More >>

• Art vs. Science Kicks Off US Tour at the Electric Pickle Tonight

  published Aug 11, 2011

  Hailing from a Land Down Under, the men of Art vs. Science have quickly claimed both commercial and critical success in their native Australia.Now, the trio is looking to replicate its achievements in... More >>

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  The Rapture's U.S. Tour Stops at Grand Central October 17

  published Aug 11, 2011

  When we last saw the Rapture, it was at Nocturnal, of all places, alongside the Miami Heat's DJ Irie and electro icon Felix Da Housecat. Odd lineupr Definitely. It was one of those liquor-sponsored ... More >>

• Shit Robot at Grand Central August 13

  published August 11, 2011

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• Peaches DJ Set at Grand Central September 17

  published Aug 02, 2011

  Over the last few years, Peaches has spoiled South Florida with a performance during Art Basel Miami Beach's Art Loves Music in 2006, an unforgettable WMC performance at Mansion in 2007, a packed show... More >>

• Shit Robot Serves Up a Steaming Pile of Awesomeness at Grand Central August 13

  published Aug 02, 2011

  You wouldn't wanna expect too much from a guy named Shit Robotr But has DFA ever wronged your The label has spawned stellar dance-rock acts like LCD Soundsystem, the Juan MacLean, and YACHT. And it ... More >>

• Yelle Returning to Miami at the Fillmore December 2

  published Jul 29, 2011

  When French electro-pop outfit Yelle last visited Miami in 2008, it gave the city a one-two punch, performing at the Polish American Club and then returning barely two months later to peform at Art Ba... More >>

• Bar's Iconic Pool Table Lives On at Grand Central

  published Jul 22, 2011

  Still feeling bummed about Bar closingr Get over it already!But if you are feeling truly inconsolable, Grand Central has some good news: It's acquired Bar's iconic pool table. Of course, the table bee... More >>

• Miami Swim Pop-Up Lounge Features New Line From a Real Housewife of Miami

  published Jul 15, 2011

  For many, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim, AKA Swim Week, is just another week for the haves to enjoy, while the have-nots watch from the sidelines. That's somewhat true: the tents at the Raleigh only... More >>

• Michael Schwartz Cooks For Today Show

  published Jul 14, 2011

  Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economyLocal chef and James Beard Award-winner Michael Schwartz was on NBC's Today to plug in his cookbook and show America how to pre... More >>

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  The Vagabond, Johnny's Miami Expected to Remain Open During Rock of Ages Filming

  published Jul 14, 2011

  If you haven't noticed yet, a Tower Records has popped up on North Miami Avenue and 14th Street. But before you head over hoping to by the new Britney Spears album, we have some bad news. It's a fak... More >>

• Beauty and the Beat

  published July 7, 2011

  How is it possible that someone can be blessed with such good looks and talent? Jealous as we might be of Tamara Sky’s dual threat, we... More >>

• Chromeo Bring Hot Mess to the Fillmore Miami Beach September 20

  published Jul 06, 2011

  Another big show announcement: Vocoder-obsessed duo Chromeo announced they'll be performing at the Fillmore Miami Beach on September 20 as part of the LG Ones to Watch Tour.Oddly enough, they've been ... More >>

• Cut Copy Performing Live at Grand Central September 30

  published Jul 05, 2011

  While Australian electro-rockers Cut Copy technically "kicked off" the tour for their latest album, Zonoscope, at this year's Ultra Music Festival, rest assured they are coming back to give Miami a pr... More >>

• Taste of the Nation Miami at Fairmont Turnberry Giveaway

  published Jul 01, 2011

  Two giveaways in one week, we know, but this one was just too good to pass up.On July 7, Taste of the Nation brings together Miami's most talented chefs for a good cause -- feeding South Florida's hun... More >>

• Ladies First

  published June 30, 2011

  Sometimes a woman needs to just show a man how to get it done. That’s why we appreciate California transplant and proud Jamaican Jahneen... More >>

• Bar Closed For Good, No Goodbye Parties This Weekend

  published Jun 30, 2011

  That's it. NE 14th Street's Bar has closed up shop for good. That means Sunday's Jacuzzi Boys performance and Monday's Locals Only party, the de facto closing bash, aren't happening. Bar tweeted last ... More >>

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  Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore Get Their Facts Wrong About Underage Sex Trafficking

  published Jun 29, 2011

  Nobody is going to argue that underage sex trafficking is a good thing, but what happens when media panic spreads false informationr Does it really help the causer As part of the Village Voice Media's... More >>

• Rock 'n' Roll Beer-B-Que at Seminole Hard Rock Giveaway

  published Jun 28, 2011

  Isn't America greatr Our forefathers fought for our freedom... to drink beer, grill various meats, and blow stuff up. So the only real way to celebrate America's birthday is to do all three activities... More >>

• Tonight: Tapas y Tintos Midtown Celebrates Grand Opening

  published Jun 23, 2011

  rLately, it seems Miami Beach restaurants are venturing into new territory on the other side causeway. Lime Fresh Mexican Grill, Primo Pizza, La Sandwicherie, Half Moon Empanadas, Miss Yip,... More >>

• Looking Back at the Photos From Bar's One-and-a-Half-Year History

  published Jun 22, 2011

  Over the last year and a half, few Miami venues have impacted the local scene as significantly as 14th Street's Bar. After taking over the space formerly occupied by PS14 and setting up a replica of... More >>