Kevin Costner eases white America into the now with McFarland, USA, we hear about the Berlin Film Festival’s highs (Queen of Earth) and lows (Knight of Cups), and dip into the lukewarm waters of a second Hot Tub Time Machine movie. Also, there’s much praise for teen comedy The DUFF…
Dance, experimental theater, basketball: This weekend the Magic City offers it all. From politically charged dance performances to the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, there’s something for nearly everyone. Make the most of your weekend, you deserve it. Happy weekend, Miami. See also: Get Your Groove On: Bay Skate…
Lil Daggers – Dada Brown [Official Video] from Michael J. Ruiz-Unger on Vimeo. For Brian Kurtz, it all started with a Fisher-Price record player in his Brooklyn apartment. When he was a kid, Kurtz fell in love with music while spending hours listening to Michael Jackson and the Pointer Sisters…
Seth Troxler peddles the kind of funky, minimal, beat-driven music that one would expect from a man who’s admitted that “Richie Hawtin is my favorite DJ.” The producer, originally from Kalamazoo, Michigan, honed his sound while throwing techno parties in Detroit, and later moved to Berlin, where he’s continue his…
Theater, art, and kites: These are just a few of the things that Miami has to offer this weekend. If those things aren’t your jam, there’s plenty more to choose from. Hear Tony Bennett croon, ogle some boats, or find unusual ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Whatever it is, enjoy…
In 2004, I worked at a bar in Kansas City’s River Market district. One night, a woman handed me her credit card to pay her tab; I looked at it and said, “HAHA. Your name is Monica Ross!” She made a big, exasperated noise and dropped her forehead to the…
Fifty Shades of Grey is opening nationwide, and in New York, Village Voice film editor Alan Scherstuhl connects via the magic of the internet with LA Weekly film critic Amy Nicholson to discuss the hotly anticipated movie starring Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson, adapted from the E. L. James novel…
The weekend is here and there’s plenty going on in the Magic City. This weekend our lovely city offers theater, music of nearly all kinds, and pirates. That’s right, pirates. So grab some mateys and get to it. Happy weekend, Miami. You deserve it. See also: Lolita, Miami Seaquarium Orca,…
Who knows if it’s the right time to be happy. Bright Light Social Hour spent the last couple years touring and hanging out, and the band isn’t sure either. But BLSH is looking to drum up some optimism with the upcoming album, Space Is Still the Place, because everybody is…
If you’re a real Miamian, you’re probably thinking that the recent cold snap is practically a winter blizzard. So put on the Floridian’s equivalent of winter wear (it’s called a sweatshirt) and get yourself ready for the weekend. The city has a lot to offer this weekend, from opera to…
In the immortal words of Loverboy, “Everybody’s working for the weekend. Everybody wants a new romance.” And, yes, everybody does — indeed — need a second chance. This weekend, Miami fulfills Loverboy’s always-relevant weekend needs: a chocolate festival for romance, the poetry of T.I., and laughs from nationally recognized comedians…
There’s nothing new about looking to a rock star for inspiration. From Bad Brains singing about positive mental attitudes (PMA) to Pink and Katy Perry singing about female empowerment, it happens all the time. What is surprising is that a guy with songs called “Party Hard” and “Party Til You…
The bi-coastal film pod continues in 2015! In New York, Village Voice film editor Alan Scherstuhl, along with Voice film critic Stephanie Zacharek, connect via the magic of the Internet with LA Weekly film critic Amy Nicholson to discuss the nominations for this year’s Academy Awards, announced on January 15…
The weekend is finally here. All hail the weekend! There’s a lot of great stuff going on in the Magic City this weekend, from chocolate festivals to micro-theater to concerts, fitness and film. Enjoy your weekend, Miami. You’ve earned it. See also: The Ten Best Comedy Acts in Miami in…
If you’re looking to get your funny bone tickled, then 2015 is going to be a good year. This year the Magic City plays host to some marquee comics from mainstream, observational comics like Jerry Seinfeld and Seth Meyers to improv groups like The Groundlings and Second City and funny…
Over the weekend, L.A. rapper Nipsey Hussle stopped by the 8&9 Clothing Showroom to meet-and-greet Miami. There was also a pop-up shop stocked with his Hussle’s popular Crenshaw merch. Stuff like flatbill caps, beanies, tees, and other swag. Then he cruised over to the Design District’s best party spot, The…
There is a special place in the memory bank for that first person who turned you on to something cool, whether they slipped you a flyer or made a mixtape. For D.C.-based band Ex Hex, featuring indie veteran Mary Timony (Wild Flag, Helium, Autoclave), bassist Betsy Wright (Fire Tapes), and…
Opulence is the exact word to describe the Fontainebleau Miami Beach. The 60-year-old institution is one of the most historically and architecturally significant hotels in Miami. Home to the ever-lavish megaclub LIV, this decadent playground capped off its 2014 with a performance from R&B visionary The Weeknd and a closing…
J. Cole brought in the new year at the Delano Hotel on South Beach, but didn’t really offer anything new, despite coming out with a brand-new album just three weeks ago. The North Carolina-bred rapper took the mic at exactly midnight, wishing a happy 2015 to the mostly young and…
Twelve’Len is an indie-pop trio from Miami. They are Zach Fogarty, John Falco, and Lavares Joseph. And together, these three spin smooth, organic sounds coupled with bright melodies and crisp vocals that make for a mesmerizing listening experience. The Twelve’Len guys just released a song called “Apple Tree,” from their…
It was a Wednesday night. And we attended a pop-up show in Wynwood, starring Miami’s own Austin Paul. The next day, we hung out with Austin on Miami Beach and he showed us an unreleased video for his most recent release “The Garden.” Oh, and we saw a dolphin swim…
Near and far, Phish heads across the country and around the world will be flocking to Miami for the 2015 edition of the band’s annual New Year’s Run. Followers of the foursome have found themselves spending the past few years’ NYE at Madison Square Garden. And yes, traveling to South…
