America’s favorite “fucking fairground stripper” and the country’s most prolific pop monster may soon share a stage. According to E! News, Madonna recently told an Atlantic City concert crowd that she loves Lady Gaga, dedicating “Masterpiece” to Mother Monster and hinting a potential collaboration. “Imitation is the highest form of…
In the 1990s, nothing was bigger than the 1980s. The phrase “sooo 80s” became applicable to every last iteration of big hair, bright colors, and schmaltzy synthesizers. A few of the Me Decade’s touchstone references: MTV overdoses, Madonna’s dirty Bowery tutu, the Flock of Seagulls hairdo, baggy suits, too much…
See also “Deadmau5 and Kat Von D in Love, Have Super-Tatted Sexy Time.” Oh, pretty Kitty Von D, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. Uh, maybe with a 43-photo facebook album of you, looking gorgeous and posing with my cat, even if most of the pictures…
“You and I are like cocaine and ketamine — I just wanna make you high,” sings Cari Golden on “You and I,” the insidiously catchy 2012 breakout hit from Venezuelan DJ-production duo Fur Coat. And with such provocative party favor references in its lyrics, what hedonistic club rat could resist…
American Idol has only just begun filming its 11th season. But in the grand tradition of Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell, two of the recent additions to the judges’ table are already at each other’s throats. Pop stars turned Idol officials, Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey, really fucking hate each…
See also “Deadmau5 Obsessed With Kat Von D, Uploads 43-Photo Album to Facebook.” Move over, Mr. Meowingtons! ‘Cause EDM’s biggest hater has a new favorite kitty kat. Turns out, Deadmau5, who sometimes seems to hate everyone and everything (including himself), is totally head-over-heels in love with the greatest Miami Ink…
See also “Frank Ocean Is Gay: A Ten-Point History of Coming Out in Music, From Bowie to Lance Bass.” There’s a new way of declaring “no homo” before complimenting another dude’s ridiculous abs or quipping that homie’s butt sags in JNCO jeans. His name is Frank Ocean. Lil Wayne has…
See also “Lady Gaga Stages ‘Sensual’ Perfume Pre-Sale at Macy’s Dadeland” — plus “Gaga Announces Born This Way Ball Tour.” Lady Gaga is tormented by something. And it might be all this attention she’s getting. The heavy burden of being famous has been a running theme throughout her career, evidenced…
Ever since Against All Authority screamed, “I’m a fucking timebomb waiting to explode,” backed by a sax, the world has felt the fury of ska punk from Miami. Keeping the spirit of the streets alive with a positive message is Askultura, a ten-piece band that combines DIY punk roots and…
Shortly after beating a woman (you know, Rihanna) and pleading guilty to felony assault charges in 2009, the Superior Court of California slapped Chris Brown on the wrist with a remarkably lenient punishment. In short, the ill-tempered pop star received five years probation and was ordered to serve six months…
See also “Chris Isaak on New Album: ‘We Did It Like the ’50s, No Overdubbing, That’s Cheating.'” Chris Isaak The Fillmore Miami Beach Friday, September 14, 2012 Better Than: Any other professional show biz showcase. Chris Isaak is at his best when he’s going back to basics. Of course, that’s…
See also “Fiona Apple Announces Concert at Fillmore Miami Beach on September 30.” Even if every penny of your savings from that mid-’90s stint as a Lilith Fair roadie has run out, there’s still no reason for all you Fiona Apple superfans to stay at home alone, scream-singing “Criminal” till…
Face it … We’re a society obsessed with celebrity wealth. Whether it’s the 20 Richest Rappers, Ten Richest DJs, Eight Richest Musicians in their Teens and 20s, or the Five Richest Celebs in the Music Business, you can count on Crossfade to narrow down the ridiculously long, arbitrary lists published…
See also “Swedish House Mafia Announce Breakup, Last Show in Sweden on November 24.” Swedish House Mafia is arguably the biggest, most beloved and bloated DJ group in the entire EDM world. From the moment Ingrosso, Axwell, and Angello’s music hit the air, fans have been obscenely loyal, driving nearly…
Black makeup, platform shoes, and leather pants are seldom worn on the high seas. But once a year, the KISS Navy throws a bash aboard a luxury vessel and encourages folks to dress like their favorite 1970s rock stars. Skippered by Admiral Gene Simmons and Co-Commanding Officer Paul Stanley, KISS…
See also “M83 at Ultra Music Festival 2012: Technical Issues Ruin Live Performance” and “M83 on Ruined Ultra Performance: Our Deepest Apologies.'” When M83 was announced as part of 2012’s Ultra Music Festival, it wasn’t unexpected. The band, led by Frenchman Anthony Gonzalez, was coming off a stellar year with…
See also “Juvenile Arrested in Miami Beach” and “Juvenile’s Miami Beach Arrest Report: An Extremely Detailed Breakdown.” Cocky and Confident, just like the title of his 2009 LP, Juvenile (or his lead counsel) pled not guilty to a disorderly conduct charge racked up last month in Miami Beach, according to…
Hey, kid. No more waiting for the man. The time has finally come. UR1 Festival tickets are on sale! Right effing now! The ambitious first-time art and music festival will be making a big splash during Art Basel Miami Beach weekend. And it’s gonna be your chance to catch some…
See also “Snoop Doggy Dogg Lion and Six Other Musicians’ Midcareer Name-Changes.” During a recent trip to Toronto, hip-hop elder statesman and born-again reggae artist Snoop Lion (formerly Snoop Dogg) was asked about the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Snoop was in Canada promoting Reincarnated, a new documentary detailing the MC’s…
Finley Quaye Ricochet, Miami Wednesday, September 13, 2012 Better Than: Shopping for overpriced fedoras. At a little after 11 p.m., amid smoke and buzz, Scottish reggae guy Finley Quaye took to Ricochet’s stage and started crooning, no unnecessary fanfare or wild shout outs. It was a mellow start to his…
Even though their raging bromance seems to be fizzling, 50 Cent recently told radio jock Rickey Smiley that he and Floyd Mayweather were “always [going to] be cool.” And until this morning, we believed him. But then Fiddy turned his back on Money and ventured into enemy territory with the…
NOTE Matt Tolfrey and a number of other shows have been moved from the Electric Pickle to Villa 221, because of a temporary club closure. In an Internet-era dance music market oversaturated with labels and releases, London’s Leftroom Records has emerged as a veritable touchstone for quality tech-house. With international…
