It wasn’t long ago that Toronto duo AutoErotique was known as VNDLSM, which closely resembles the name of another vowel-less Toronto DJ/producer duo. Perhaps it was because they signed to the Dim Mak label — also home to that other vowel-less Toronto DJ/producer duo — that the pair changed its…
Back in the day, Star Eyes brought hip sounds from across the pond way before statesiders had even heard the stuff. More than 15 years later, one of the first female drum ‘n’ bass DJs in the lower 48 is still bringing the ruckus. Star Eyes, AKA Vivian Host, originally…
They’re the new Michael Jacksons. Keeping their noses to the grindstone, Bay Area dudes Eric Frederic and beat-keeper Arjun Singh produced and recorded the wonder-wall of danceable sonic rubbish unfortunately called Doodoo Face (Eeenie Meenie). This is a very funny thang — greasy, glittery funk liberally drizzled with monster beats,…
Perform in a band for nearly 40 years and a few occurrences are unavoidable. You will experience thrilling highs (Grammys, Oscar noms, platinum sales to the nth degree) and crashing lows (drug addiction, the acrimonious departure of original members). You’ll break social boundaries (Run-D.M.C.’s collaborative rap remix of “Walk This…
Stonerific pop-metal power group Torche has been a purveyor of sludge thicker than BP’s since 2005. The local foursome’s original lineup included members from heavy area acts such as Floor, Cavity, and Tyranny of Shaw. But in the interest of not introducing South Florida readers to Torche for the gazillionth…
If you’ve been to any of the various Blue Martini bars throughout Florida (and elsewhere), then you know what to expect, more or less — a decently upscale, but still pretty democratic, neighborhood bar with the usual happy hours and ladies’ nights. The latest addition to the chain is a…
At some point along the way, I know I’ve expressed that female fronted bands hold a special place in my heart, contrary to what my wife may believe (just because I refuse to listen to her Sarah McLachlan albums!).Let’s face it, chicks who can kick ass onstage just straight up…
The first time we heard AJ the R&B General perform live, we didn’t know exactly how to react at first. Here was a guy amazing crooning voice with a flexible range, singing a sweet-sounding melody … only a few words in, we realized it was a ballad about a stripper,…
Tomorrow night head to Transit Lounge for a night that’s a bit difficult to envision, and perhaps even harder to describe. But what the hell, here goes. Playing live will be The Dropa Stone (this part’s straight-forward enough). Made up of Jon Meyers on vocal/guitar, Will Richey on bass, Joe…
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Was that enough? Sure, sure, Thievery Corporation just played at the Fillmore not too long ago. But when was the last time Massive Attack played in South Florida, if at all? (Seriously, if at all — can’t even remember if its happened). Here, happy birthday Miami: Both of the collective…
What is about the French doing modern ’70s funk better than their American counterparts? French DJ/producer Breakbot is one of countless examples, but he definitely stand out as one of the best as well.Signed to the quintessentially French electronic music label, Ed Banger, Breakbot breaks away from his peers by…
Let’s make one thing perfectly clear: Alejandro Sanz is the man. Know how Juanes holds that records for most Latin Grammys? Guess who held that title just before him.They didn’t just hand those to over to him be because they dug his distinguished salt-and-pepper looks. The Spanish singer also happens…
Need more proof that it’s Drake’s year? The singer/rapper/actor is approaching Lady Gaga status — just like that diva, he’s been almost forced to add a second Miami show after the first sold out quickly. Yes, tickets for his first announced solo performance in town, at the James L. Knight Center…
Okay, we get it, Ratatat: You’re way experimental. The New York-based duo has toured with even – cooler – than – they – are bands like Daft Punk, Interpol, CSS, and Mogwai, and their synth-heavy, guitar-laden beats sound a lot like an updated version of a ’60s psych band.We thought…
Grass Restaurant & Lounge and neighboring The King is Dead Lounge in the Design District will close their doors after tonight’s Lavish Tuesday’s “Thank You” Party. A call to the venue lead to the expected “closing for summer renovations” talk.Grass won “Best Outdoor Dining” from New Times back in 2008 and…
Well, yesterday when we were busy spreading the gossip about rapper T.I.’s wedding to longtime girlfriend, singer/TV star Tiny, we were going off other supposed eyewitness reports. Turns out, everybody else was wrong, according to an anonymous tipster who was actually there.The Saturday ceremony (which followed Friday’s “official” courthouse wedding)…
GlasseaterWith Hit Play!, Furious Dudes, Arsenal 88, and HomestretchSaturday, July 31Churchill’s Pub, Miami Better Than: Stolen kisses in a Cadillac. The Review:This summer’s seen a pretty good number of reunion shows, and the latest, this past Saturday, marked both a reunion and a farewell for local pop-punk greats Glasseater. I…
It’s Tuesday and you know what that means: Rock Star Karaoke at Transit Lounge. Yes, we’re sure you already know that every Tuesday you can take the embarrassing display you put on practicing to Rock Band in your living room on the road and actually embarrass yourself in public. Okay…
We expect things to really take off at Miami’s only mid-size live venue, Grand Central, in the fall. There are plenty of rumors — some that can be confirmed, others that are still a bit murky — about who will be stopping by in the coming months. Well, here is…
With the countless expatriate artists that have flocked to the EDM capital of Berlin in the last decade, it’s actually rare to find a real Berliner among them. But acclaimed DJ/producer Sascha Funke was indeed born and raised in East Berlin when electronic music was a just a faint rumor…
Sometimes, getting dropped by your label is a good thing…. Actually, it seems to be better and better these days. Going independent allows an artist to build up his or her fan base, release music when- and however he or she wants, and then take all that added value to…
A lot of musicians have taken to boycotting Arizona over its SB 1070 immigration law, our homegrown Pitbull included. Lady Gaga, meanwhile, went in a different direction. She played her show in Phoenix, Arizona this past Saturday as scheduled, but as the performance wore on, she revealed her true feelings.She…
