From the Vault: Protoman’s “I Wanna Be a Superstar”

Protoman is a society man. Well, a Black Locust Society man. Along with fellow BLS musicians, he represents the 954 in words and with beats. The Fort Lauderdale hip-hop artist dug into musical tracks of times past and came back with a gem. This gem is called “I Wanna Be a…

Beach Day Signed to Williamsburg’s Kanine Records

Word hit the web via Brooklyn Vegan yesterday that Hollywood trio Beach Day has been signed to Williamsburg’s Kanine Records. The New York indie label also represents Grizzly Bear, Chairlift, and local sonic heroes Surfer Blood. We first heard the band live when it opened with Lil Daggers for Black Lips at…

Ice Cream Releases New EP Safe and Happy From NYC

Just before the new year, the guys in psych outfit Ice Cream packed their gear and boarded jet planes for New York City. They had just released their first EP, Good, and, having grown a bit too big for their Miami britches, these five guys sadly parted with South Florida. Well,…

The Dog Is Back — DMX Is Coming to Fort Lauderdale July 6

Does DMX really need a comeback album? If you’re over the age of 20, and have heard of this music we call “hip-hop,” you’d likely say, “no.” But the Ruff Ryder is coming back on the scene this fall with a tour and a new album Undisputed. He collaborated with Swizz…

Neil Diamond at BankAtlantic Center on June 1

You may not know his face or sweaty chest, but everyone’s familiar with the songs of Neil Diamond. This old crooner was quite the baja panti in his day. Hell, he remains a sex symbol for more women and men than the Biebs. New Times writer Lee Zimmerman claims this…

Rock of Ages Movie Premiere Party at Revolution Live

Update: The film will not be screening at Revolution Live. Party only. As you may have already read on County Grind, I’m like really famous. This is because I was an extra in the upcoming film Rock of Ages starring the ever obnoxious Tom Cruise, who appears with his top…

Jacuzzi Boys’ Danny Gonzalez’ Songs on Heavy Rotation

Ever get into a musical funk? You look at your iPod and you think: If I have to hear any of this music again, I will feed myself to alligators or that naked man on the MacArthur Causeway. It’s hard sometimes to admit that you need help finding music that breathes…

Bleeding Palm’s Eye on Black Locust Society’s BLS954 at Five Points Lounge

County Grind made its way out to the little tattoo-shop-cum-tiki-hut-style watering hole next to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport last Friday for a stellar and memorable 954 musical showcase. Hosts of the inaugural monthly BLS954 affair, Black Locust Society, brought the Broward love with hip-hop artists Bleubird, Protoman, Gaps, and Jabrjaw…

Future Show Scheduled for Tonight at Revolution Is Canceled

Atlanta hip-hop artist Future’s show scheduled for tonight, Tuesday, May 29, has been canceled. The concert was set to take place at Revolution and would have featured Pusha T. There was no explanation as to why the Southern rapper won’t be heading to our local music hall, but you’ll be…