Band of Horses, the bearded Americana rockers from Seattle (who now live in South Carolina), will perform at Revolution in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday evening. Yes, that’s tomorrow! And learn about submitting your requests for “deeper cuts” here.Update: Tickets are now available at Ticketmaster, and Band of Horses has confirmed…
Sad news for South Florida skating fans as the Gold Coast Roller Rink is reaching its last couple of laps as an institution built on diversity, boldness, and the simple pursuit of leisure enjoyment. After more than 60 years at its Fort Lauderdale location on Federal Highway just south of…
You probably don’t know horror maven Wes Craven personally, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t throw a birthday party in his honor tonight. The director, writer, producer, and sometimes actor is 72.But really, don’t worry if you can’t put this together by tonight — because you can throw a Wes…
The economy is in the toilet, and it feels ever-worse waning days of summer. County Grind knows full well how great it is to get away, but since most of us lowly scribes can afford only an armchair and the local library’s “travel” section, we bring you the stickiest days’…
Judging by the sound of his music and onstage track record, Jesus Lizard frontman David Yow isn’t the type of dude who wants a birthday party for his birthday. The man loves to spit beer at his fans and berate them while his band plays music inspired by root canals…
Arts & Crafts Productions’ heartfelt indie songcrafters Stars will be making their way to Florida for a handful of dates — most notably at the Culture Room on October 16. If you are already familiar with the band, then you will know that this is something not to be missed…
You might not know who Porcelain Black is right now, but once you’ve heard her raspy voice and dance pop sound and seen her gothic look, it’ll be hard to wipe her image or songs out of your head. Though her crown of glory is reminiscent of Cruella de Vil,…
Wow, it’s about goddamned time! Thanks to the kind and knowledgeable folks over at recently revived Cut It Up Def label and Dream House Studios, the Miami bass movement will finally get a proper documentary. Weighing out the obvious cultural impact, its influence on pop music, and being that it’s…
Today marks the 48th anniversary of the birth of Artis Leon Ivey Jr., the rapper, Celebreality star, and Juggalo known as the immortal Coolio. “Gangsta’s Paradise” was one of the most infectious film tie-in slash summer jams of the ’90s (see also: Aaliyah’s “Are You That Somebody” and the essential soundtrack…
The Kings of Leon have just issued a statement announcing cancellation of the remainder of the band’s U.S. tour. After a pretty hairy show in Dallas over the weekend, which included vocalist Caleb Followill leaving the stage midset because of reported heat problems, things weren’t looking too promising.Obviously, KOL will…
Breaking: Langerado 2011 has been canceled.The 2011 Langerado Music Festival has just inserted a little more local flavor to the mix. In addition to headliners Death Cab for Cutie, Ween, Trey Anastasio, Thievery Corporation, and Ben Harper, the bill will feature Fort Lauderdale jam vets the Heavy Pets, who have…
Music vet and New Times scribe Lee Zimmerman shares stories of memorable rock ‘n’ roll encounters that took place in our local environs. This week: Further signs of South Florida’s increasing rock relevance. Those familiar with the annual power pop extravaganza known as the “International Pop Overthrow” know full well…
Look out, fixed-gear bikerati, free trade coffee grinders, and craft beer guzzlers: Protoman has loaded up a flatbed truck with verbal Molotov cocktails, and he’s coming down the boulevard after your ironically tattooed ass. Rapping over one of the baddest beats of 2011, Kreayshawn’s “Gucci Gucci,” the pride of Fort…
SymbolsWith Family Drugs and Rabbit’s Moon 3The Snooze Theatre, Lake ParkFriday, July 29, 2011Better than: Standing around in a hot, dank, darkened room full of strangers without great bands playing.Upon entering the Snooze Theatre on Friday, one could immediately tell something was amiss. The openers, Rabbit’s Moon 3, were setting…
Most people who love Jerry Garcia never had the good fortune of meeting him — in the conventional sense. Many of us did not even have the good fortune of seeing Jerry Garcia in person. However, we’ve all come to know and love him in our own ways through our…
Brandon Bolmer, current frontman for leading posthardcore act Chiodos, certainly faced an uphill battle when he joined the band a year and a half ago. Just a few months earlier, the band had acrimoniously parted ways with its original lead singer, Craig Owens, a fan favorite and a longtime face…
Vans Warped Tour 2011 Cruzan Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach Saturday, July 30, 2011Better than: Sunburn for nothing. Now in its 17th year of operation, the Vans Warped Tour’s continued popularity is a testament to its ability to evolve with musical trends and what one might call “youth alternative lifestyle.” With so…
Daniel Ash is much sexier than any ol’ vampire. If you’re not familiar with Ash, you are missing out on hotness and talent. The dark, glam musician of Bauhaus, Tones on Tail, and Love & Rockets fame turns 54 today, but he has aged well. Here are ten reasons he’s…
Cinderella hit the spotlight in 1983 when Jon Bon Jovi saw them perform in their hometown of Philadelphia. It’s an ’80s-rock fairytale fitting for their feminine title. Cinderella’s fame grew during the era of glam and hair bands, but it managed to grow with the times. The band continues to…
Although hailed in her homeland as one of the most distinctive and inventive British artists of the past 30 years, appreciation for Kate Bush has been sadly elusive here in the States. Born 53 years ago today, Bush’s American following has been limited to a small core of devotees, suggesting…
Our satanic majesty has requested that we make an offering. With no virgins present, we instead pay tribute in the form of a playlist.This week, we take a look at bands that define the field of slow, sludgy metal. Its origins established almost entirely by Black Sabbath, the genre continues…
If you ask just anyone about the band 100 Monkeys, they might look at you with a blank stare. However, mention it to a starry-eyed Twi-hard, and her heart will most likely skip several beats. But despite its ties to the massive Twilight industry, (main man Jackson Rathbone plays “Jasper…
