DJ Craze ain’t like those other DJs. A repeat offender on our Best of Miami lists and six-time DMC champion, he was even recognized by Time Magazine as America’s Best DJ in 2001. Basically, Miami is lucky as fuck to have him, and you should never, ever sleep on one…
Ellie Goulding is a sweet-voiced crooner cooking up hits on the other side of the Atlantic. And she’s hitting the stage at the Fillmore Miami Beach this Wednesday. But what do you really know about her anyway? Sure, you know all the lyrics to her hit song “Lights.” Well, you…
There’s a loud, all-up-in-your-face sound coming out of Miami that’s making waves in clubs across America. It’s got a hip-hop lean and a tropical vibe. It’s dirty, sexy, and full of hype. And it’s coming from a converted dorm across the street from Miami Dade College in Kendall. Matt Toth,…
Holy Ship!! It’s been mere days since that rager returned to Port Everglades, but we can’t get the memories to stop looping through our heads. What an ass-clapping good time … All the great DJs, the run-ins with our idols, the slutty girls walking around with almost nothing on besides…
Last week, Story Nightclub kicked its doors open with a massive New Year’s Eve 2013 lineup. But just because the year has been rung and we’re all getting used to dating things “’13,” doesn’t mean the Story crew’s gonna let the mood lighten up. The rest of January is filling…
Story Nightclub has only been open for, like, a week and a half, and it’s already made the front page of TMZ for a hilarious celebrity nip slip. Our homies Cultist reported that Modern Family’s Sofia Vergara came down to the new SoBe club to party with Kaskade, but ended…
Ellie Goulding is the sweet-voiced crooner cooking up hits from the other side of the Atlantic. And she’s hitting the stage at the Fillmore Miami Beach on Wednesday, January 16. But what do you really know about her anyway? Sure, you know all the lyrics to her hit song “Lights.”…
In a world full of throwaway pop divas and prepackaged emotional messages, heartfelt and talented singer-songwriters are few and far between. But leave it to the good people of Books & Books (265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables) to find one of the music world’s sincerest up-and-comers, just for you thoughtful…
Holy Ship!! 2013, With Justice, Boys Noize, and Diplo, January 4 to 7
When your scene decides to find its “next superstar” on a reality television show produced by the same people behind Jersey Shore, then your scene probably needs a life raft, ’cause it’s drowning. Edmcasting.com is a website where all “producer-DJs” are invited to “start honing your skills” and apply for…
Dirtybird NYE 2013 With Claude VonStroke, Justin Martin, J. Phlip, Kill Frenzy, and Mark Starr Grand Central, Miami Monday, December 31, 2012 Better Than: Any party that doesn’t let you load up on free drinks for the first four hours. San Francisco’s Dirtybird Records isn’t the fanciest label around. But…
It’s a totally new year. And no, it doesn’t have to be just like all the rest. What we have here is the chance to make some real positive and lasting changes in our lives. We can be better than we’ve ever been before, and it all starts today. To…
Mark Starr was born with a name that other DJ might make up. But ironically, he is one of the more humble guys in EDM. He’s been a big part of the Tallahassee dance scene for six years, but it was this year the San Francisco’s Dirtybird Records crew reached…
Life In Color With Diplo, Benny Benassi, R3hab, David Solano and more Miami Convention Center, Miami Friday, December 28, 2012 Better Than: Rollin’ through the Sherwin-Williams store geeked up on mollies. “Does Miami go hard in the motherfucking paint?” Yeah, we do. We let it drip from our chin and…
Are you mad bro? It’s understandable. Have you seen the state of dubstep lately? It’s all big drops and wobble sirens and buff dudes in silly tank tops. But it’s OK ’cause The Vagabond and its Get Low crew are going to make all the bad feelings go away. They’ll…
Looking for a fun way to let loose, enjoy some classic tunes, and get trippy? Want to learn a little something at the same time? Sounds like you’re ready for the epic, colorful madness that is the annual Laser Fest Weekend at Miami Science Museum (3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami)…
Ten Worst Songs of 2012
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Woah, what the fuck year is it? Looks and sounds like 2006. Because Britney Spears is hitting the headlines with Federline baby drama. Oops, girl, you did it again. Turns out, Feddie Le Bland’s brother is claiming a love triangle with the singing baby mama. He even says Brit’s lil’…
This Chrismahanukwanzika, Drake did something really, really crazy. He walked into a Walgreens. And it must have been the first time since late November 2011. Because the “greatest ever” rapper just realized the commercial giants of the world have been stacking cake all year by marketing his hashtag swag word…
Let’s face it. The world of music is a really dumb place, and we should know. Here at Crossfade, we spend the majority of our time sifting through the deserted wasteland of pop culture, and it ain’t lookin’ too good out there. This year felt like a particularly dumb year…
Can you hear that tropical drum? It’s just our beat-freaking hearts pounding in feverish excitement for the official embarkation of Hard’s Holy Ship!! electronic music cruise. Like, have you seen the artist and activity schedule? It’s going to be three amazing days on the high seas. And when we say…
