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Welcome back, Florida. It’s been about four months since we’ve been graced by your usual, bright and shining self. Our long-awaited warm weather is finally upon us, and the forecast for upcoming weeks is looking mighty delicious. Highs will be topping out in the 70s and lows, just on the brim of the 50s. So sayonara Jack Frost. It’s time to party poolside.
This week's MusiCast is your comprehensive guide to Gainesville. First, we go over some news from last week's SXSW Music and Media Conference. Then, we take a look at the week ahead in Gainesville music, recommending bands like 500 Miles to Memphis (Tuesday @ Atlantic), GreyMarket (Friday @ Backstage), and 100 Monkeys (Sunday @ 1982). We also fill you in on the "Total Bummer" Fest and the Feathers Music Conference going down this weekend right here in town. Finally, we bring you a MusiCast "Festival Watch" in anticipation of the summer wave of music festivals.
In this week's MusiCast, we've got all the info you need to get the most out of Gainesville's music scene. We start things off by looking back on the latest music-related news, like Sunday's WGOT Benefit show at Boca Fiesta. Then, we take a look at the week ahead, highlighting out-of-town stars like Dumpstaphunk (Tuesday @ Common Grounds), Look Mexico (Thursday @ 1982) and ZoSo (Thursday @ The Venue). Finally, we bring you an in-depth review of Waylon Thornton and the Heavy Hands' latest album, Yours Truly.
In this week's MusiCast, you'll find all the info you need to expand your musical horizons. We start things off by filling you in on the latest music-related happenings in Gainesville, like The Pull Out's album release. Then, we take a look at the week ahead in local shows, from the always-original That 1 Guy (Wednesday @ Common Grounds) to the face-melting Evergreen Terrace (Saturday @ 1982). Finally, we take a step back and check out some national music news from some little-known artists, discussing the latest developments of Clem Snide and Hawksley Workman.
In this week's MusiCast, we serve up a fresh plate of Gainesville music goodness. First, we fill you in on the latest goings-on in local music. Then, we take a look at all the shows of the upcoming week that you won't want to miss, like Jeff The Brotherhood (Wednesday @ Atlantic) and Big D and the Kids Table (Friday @ 1982). You'll also hear about the big events going on, like the V-Fest shows, Action Research #48, and the Gainesville Roller Rebels Event (see details below). Finally, it's time again for a Local Artist Spotlight, featuring an interview with rising star Kellen Malloy, who recently released an EP entitled "Let Loose." Check out some of his cited influences in the playlist featured on this page.
Much has been made of the fall of the Roman Empire in the media over the last few years, especially as our own American empire has come under deservedly intense scrutiny.
When Taylor Newman saw the red carpet, the DJ, the photo booth and all of her relatives, she finally felt complete.
Take one part Beatles, toss in the sounds of Phish and garnish the mix with a tad of ‘80s rock. What do you get?
Disk jockey BBP’s Friday night lights are green lasers and strobes. Behind the booth, he is seven caged tigers condensed into one man. He plays music out of a classic Buick cut in half behind a bar at club Spannk. Completely in control of the massive, pumping sound and the young, hot partygoers, he can turn the crowd from a breeze to a sandstorm in about a half-second. In his nondescript black “BBP” cap and shirt and with neatly trimmed facial hair, he punctuates every collision of hand to button with a full body thrust.
A flurry of hands and feet moved in time to the sounds of chants and music Saturday night as hundreds packed the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts to watch fraternity and sorority members dance their way to the top.
At downtown club The Attic Friday night, it seemed like Halloween came a little early.
Sports and music cannot escape each other.
Only at Mamaw Menagerie can $5 make your heart content.
You are new to Gainesville and perplexed by the throngs of drunk college hooligans swaying by your doorstep at 2 a.m. Or, you are back from your forced exile from home-cooked meals and motherly laundry service, and all of a sudden are forced to fend for yourself once again.
There might be a backup at confessional come Sunday, due to The Network Promotions Sin-City-style pool party Saturday.
It's 15 minutes until midnight on a Saturday. The bouncer sits at the entrance to Spannk, wrapping neon green bands around clubbers' wrists. As they enter the bar, green and red beams of light dance through the thick smoke from the fog machine like laser confetti.
A lot goes into picking the perfect wedding. One has to consider location, temperature, theme, guest list, and so on. And this isn't just the case for choosing The Wedding Dress, this is just for those fortunate souls that get invited to partake in the celebration.
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