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2 Live Crew

  • Blogs

    May 8, 2012

    Ana Tijoux, Chilean Rapper, Talks Chile Student Protests and Miami Bass

    Born to a French social worker momma and a Chileno father escaping a tyrannical regime, Ana Tijoux is a golden-era hip-hop superfan, rapid-fire lyricist, musical activist, party girl, and pop star. Her youth was spent running wild in the streets of Paris to a rap soundtrack. But at the age of 13, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 2, 2012

    DJ Laz Says "I'm Not Leaving Miami for Los Angeles, It's Like Having Two Women"

    After shocking South Florida last month by suddenly resigning from his longtime morning-show gig at Power 96, Latin booty bass pioneer and 22-year radio vet DJ Laz (born Lazaro Mendez) insisted that he was "going to take the boat out for a little while" and spend more time with his family. But the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 14, 2012

    Valentine's Day Cards From Miami's Finest

    ​Love is in the air. It's Valentine's day after all, and Riptide has asked some of our favorite cast of characters to devote their love to you in the form of hastily Photoshopped Valentine's Day cards. Pass 'em on to your sweeties tonight.

  • Blogs

    January 23, 2012

    Life and Freaky Times of Uncle Luke Makes Waves at Sundance

    ​We can't say we're surprised. If you've seen even part of Life and Freaky Times of Uncle Luke, the home-grown film starring Miami's most famous rapper-turned-columnist, then you know it's impossible to look away. And judging from the response it's getting at the Sundance Film Festival, the film h ... More >>

  • Calendar

    December 22, 2011

    Blowfeezy for Sheezy

    ​We can't say we're surprised. If you've seen even part of Life and Freaky Times of Uncle Luke, the home-grown film starring Miami's most famous rapper-turned-columnist, then you know it's impossible to look away. And judging from the response it's getting at the Sundance Film Festival, the film h ... More >>

  • Music

    October 13, 2011

    Calle 13 at the American Airlines Arena October 15

    ​We can't say we're surprised. If you've seen even part of Life and Freaky Times of Uncle Luke, the home-grown film starring Miami's most famous rapper-turned-columnist, then you know it's impossible to look away. And judging from the response it's getting at the Sundance Film Festival, the film h ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 3, 2011

    Five Classic Tunes You Didn't Know Were Recorded in Miami

    James Brown: Miami booty shaker of his generation​If you think the hits of Gloria Estefan, 2 Live Crew, and Pitbull are Miami's sole musical contributions to the world, then you've got another thing coming. Over the years, the 305 has been a veritable bastion of the international recording indus ... More >>

  • Calendar

    September 1, 2011

    Miami's Got Talent

    James Brown: Miami booty shaker of his generation​If you think the hits of Gloria Estefan, 2 Live Crew, and Pitbull are Miami's sole musical contributions to the world, then you've got another thing coming. Over the years, the 305 has been a veritable bastion of the international recording indus ... More >>

  • Music

    August 25, 2011

    Jacuzzi Boys release Glazin' at Churchill's Pub August 27

    James Brown: Miami booty shaker of his generation​If you think the hits of Gloria Estefan, 2 Live Crew, and Pitbull are Miami's sole musical contributions to the world, then you've got another thing coming. Over the years, the 305 has been a veritable bastion of the international recording indus ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 12, 2011

    Jacuzzi Boys Drop New "Glazin'" Album at Churchill's Pub August 27

    ​When it comes to music from Miami, all of the big names are either Gloria Estefan or rappers. Who's got time for rock 'n' roll when you've got a city full of people constantly blasting the trap-rap bangers of Rick Ross, dancing in the street to the Latin-tinged hip-hop of Pitbull, or jiggling the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 10, 2011

    Best of Miami 2011: Ten Best Bands of the Last Decade

    2 Live Crew: Best local band of all time!​Start the motherfucking countdown! The Rising is upon us! Indeed, we're just days away from unleashing our big, fat Best of Miami 2011 issue upon the world. And to honor the occasion, we've decided to surf against the tide of time by rifling through our ... More >>

  • Calendar

    May 12, 2011

    On Your Mark, Get Set, Porn!

    2 Live Crew: Best local band of all time!​Start the motherfucking countdown! The Rising is upon us! Indeed, we're just days away from unleashing our big, fat Best of Miami 2011 issue upon the world. And to honor the occasion, we've decided to surf against the tide of time by rifling through our ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 12, 2011

    Everyone Running for Miami-Dade Mayor

    ​Candidates running for Miami-Dade Mayor in the special May 24th election to replace recalled Carlos Alvarez had to register by 5:00 pm today. There's very few surprises in the list of candidates (read: no last-minute Alex Penelas filing), but here's a look at who you'll get to chose in a coup ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 17, 2011

    Uncle Luke, Hot Cakes, and Big Butts at an Irish Pub for Ultra Week

    ​Mr. Luther Campbell has always had some pretty radical ideas. Of course, he was once part of that filthy little hip-hop trio called 2 Live Crew, which earned him and his homies serious heat from the American Family Association for supremely sexed-up lyrics like: "Girls always ask me why I fuck s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 1, 2011

    Yo Yo Yo! '90s Jam With Soul Clap at Electric Pickle Tomorrow

    Soul Clap​After wearing out our '80s nostalgia on the dancefloor all through the 2000s, it's safe to say we've now collectively moved into full-blown '90s retro mode. You can hear it across clubland, where DJs everywhere have started to drop their fair share of jacking house classics from semina ... More >>

  • News

    February 3, 2011

    Luke for mayor

    Soul Clap​After wearing out our '80s nostalgia on the dancefloor all through the 2000s, it's safe to say we've now collectively moved into full-blown '90s retro mode. You can hear it across clubland, where DJs everywhere have started to drop their fair share of jacking house classics from semina ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 26, 2010

    Linda Robertson Canonizes Uncle Luke

    ​The last time we wrote about Miami Herald sports columnist Linda Robertson, we ribbed on her for being duped by a couple of Broward guys pretending to be real Russian basketball fans. But this time, we gotta give her props for penning a well researched piece on New Times columnist Luther Campbell ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 22, 2010

    Ten Songs We're Gonna Ask the DJ to Play at '80s Prom

    Do the dirty at '80s Prom.We kind of wish we weren't so young in the '80s. Sure, we got to watch the amazing cartoons and play with those kick-ass toys (Teddy Ruxpin and Kid Sister), but that's all we actually remember. We missed the fashion. We weren't old enough to really enjoy the music. And we o ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 27, 2010

    "I'm Mike Huckabee and I Approve of Torche": Fox News Loves Miami Metal Band

    ​For reasons no one quite understands, Fox News continues to air Red Eye, a somewhat satirical talk show, at 3 o'clock in the morning every day. Monday night host Greg Gutfield welcomed members of beloved Miami-based metal band Torche, and had a bit of a surprise for them. Apparently former Republ ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 9, 2010

    Excision Teams Up with Otto Von Schirach for Boom! Pow! Dubstep This Friday at Discotekka

    via his Facebook page​Bwomp-womp-woppa-woppa: That's the sound of the dubstep. Friday night Canada's Excision is making like a snowbird and setting up his nest at Discotekka for Boom! Pow! He'll be joined by Miami's own Pharaoh of Bass and Throw-up Music, Otto Von Schirach. Dubstep is a dirty, gri ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 11, 2010

    Ten For $10 or Less For the Weekend of June 11 - 13: Jazid's B-Day, 2 Live Crew's Mr. Mixx, and More

    via myspace.com/mongolianjermainemusicJohn Hancock 11 other guys Lolo's b-day = This Friday at the Vagabond​Friday, June 11*Jazid beings its weekend-long 14th anniversary celebration tonight with the debut of its new reggae party, Freeup Fridays, featuring live music tonight by Jahfe and Mixed ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 7, 2010

    VH1 Hip-Hop Honors 2010: Five Things to Look Forward To During Tonight's Broadcast

    via facebook.com/AsherRothSorry, but Asher Roth does NOT belong on this show, and we're waiting to see if he gets booed.​This year's annual VH1 Hip-Hop Honors awards show seems to be one of the most contentious to date, thanks to its focus on "Honoring the Dirty South." On one hand, you've got maj ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 5, 2010

    Blast From the Past: L'Trimm - Grab It!

    ​L'Trimm Grab It! (Atlantic/WEA) I guess I always felt that hip-hop was a Miami thing since I grew up in Latin America and came here for summer visits with my relatives. Now, that does not mean that my relatives influenced me in some way or educated me in the ways of the genre, but in the 1980's ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 23, 2010

    305 Live: Local Hip-Hop News from Luke, Ghostwridah, Brianna and more

    Image Courtesy of: C. Stiles​Miami New Times columnist and Miami bass legend Luther "Luke" Campbell will be honored at this year's rendition of the VH1 Hip-Hop Honors, along with the group he made history with: the 2 Live Crew. The awards show will be taped on June 3rd, and then will air on June ... More >>

  • Calendar

    January 21, 2010

    Go for Baroque

    Image Courtesy of: C. Stiles​Miami New Times columnist and Miami bass legend Luther "Luke" Campbell will be honored at this year's rendition of the VH1 Hip-Hop Honors, along with the group he made history with: the 2 Live Crew. The awards show will be taped on June 3rd, and then will air on June ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 28, 2009

    10 Music Stars Who Should Own a Piece of the Dolphins (Part 1)

    ​The Miami Dolphins are for sale to the highest musical bidders. Gloria Estefan and Marc Anthony have both recently bought minority shares of the franchise, leaving us all wondering: Who's next? We've compiled a list of 10 most wanted musicians with a tie to Miami who would be great partial owners ... More >>

  • Music

    April 16, 2009

    Head Spins: DJ Lady Anime

    A shadowy spinner who goes beyond darkwave.

  • Blogs

    February 18, 2009

    News Roundup

    Myriam Marquez takes a closer look at why Rep. Lincoln Diaz-Balart changed his position on SCHIP. The bill this time included health coverage for legal immigrant children and didn't rely too heavily on tobacco taxes. [Herald]Ex-2 Live Crew frontman and local treasure Uncle Luke was arrested last nig ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 16, 2009

    Friday Night: Chana and Afrobeta at Bayfront Park

    Ben ThackerChana performing at the Tina Hills Pavilion at Bayfront Park Friday night. Click here to view the full slideshow.DWNTWN Concert Series with Afrobeta and ChanaFriday, February 13, 2009Tina Hills Pavilion at Bayfront Park, MiamiBetter than: Ever.Psst...things are happening in Downtown Miami ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 13, 2008

    Disbarred Jack Thompson Turns to Conservative Journalism

    The South Florida Lawyers blog points out that 2 Live Crew enemy for life, recently disbarred lawyer, pixelante opponent/Palin lover, and occasional Riptide commenter Jack Thompson has found a back up career. And he's found it in an industry were it's increasingly hard to find any sort of job - g ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 17, 2008

    Cranky Coral Gables Lawyer To Appear On Bullshit!

    The South Florida Lawyers blog points out that 2 Live Crew enemy for life, recently disbarred lawyer, pixelante opponent/Palin lover, and occasional Riptide commenter Jack Thompson has found a back up career. And he's found it in an industry were it's increasingly hard to find any sort of job - g ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 3, 2008

    Gameboy/Gamegirl: A Hipster Mockery?

    The South Florida Lawyers blog points out that 2 Live Crew enemy for life, recently disbarred lawyer, pixelante opponent/Palin lover, and occasional Riptide commenter Jack Thompson has found a back up career. And he's found it in an industry were it's increasingly hard to find any sort of job - g ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 3, 2008

    On the List - Armin Van Burren, Kill The Noise, Miami Horror and Drunken Spelling Bee

    The South Florida Lawyers blog points out that 2 Live Crew enemy for life, recently disbarred lawyer, pixelante opponent/Palin lover, and occasional Riptide commenter Jack Thompson has found a back up career. And he's found it in an industry were it's increasingly hard to find any sort of job - g ... More >>

  • Music

    November 15, 2007

    Roots Music

    Miami's own DJ Craze comes full circle

  • Music

    November 10, 2005

    Bun B

    Trill (Rap-A-Lot/Asylum)

  • Music

    May 12, 2005

    BEST RECORDING STUDIO

    Trill (Rap-A-Lot/Asylum)

  • Best of Music

    May 13, 2004

    BEST MUSICAL COMEBACK (MALE)

    Blowfly (Clarence Reid)

  • Calendar

    March 25, 2004

    Getting Real

    Planet hip-hop votes

  • Music

    May 16, 2002

    BEST LOCAL RAP GROUP

    Trick Daddy

  • Music

    August 26, 1999

    Cars That Go Boom

    Bass Mekanik breaks beats and windows

  • News

    January 26, 1994

    Program Notes 41

    Bass Mekanik breaks beats and windows

  • News

    December 22, 1993

    Program Notes 36

    Bass Mekanik breaks beats and windows

  • Music

    December 1, 1993

    Double Exposure

    Brother Marquis and DJ Toomp tag-team for the future

  • News

    July 29, 1992

    Program Notes

    Brother Marquis and DJ Toomp tag-team for the future

  • News

    April 15, 1992

    Program Notes

    Brother Marquis and DJ Toomp tag-team for the future

  • News

    January 8, 1992

    Program Notes

    Brother Marquis and DJ Toomp tag-team for the future

  • News

    December 4, 1991

    Program Notes

    Brother Marquis and DJ Toomp tag-team for the future

  • News

    November 13, 1991

    Program Notes

    Brother Marquis and DJ Toomp tag-team for the future

  • Music

    August 14, 1991

    What Do Hell's All Dat Pounding?

    Brother Marquis and DJ Toomp tag-team for the future

  • News

    May 29, 1991

    Meet the New Sheriff

    Brother Marquis and DJ Toomp tag-team for the future

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