Even a rainstorm couldn’t stop Dion Dia, a local music and creative collective, from bringing a refreshing twist to the nightlife scene: Silent Disco
Patrons bonded over some of the greatest music artists as they fumbled through vinyls
Daniel Armbruster demanded 400 thousand retweets in exchange for a performance in Florida. He didn’t get them.
“Oh, I hope we change. I really thought this world would change.”
On Sept. 7, 2017, local reggae band Skunkape made its debut opening for Through the Roots at High Dive. A year later, they have a zealous fan base at each of their almost-weekly shows. I met up with the band at Downtown Billards Inc. in Ocala.
On Sept. 4, 2006, those numbers became etched in history as an iconic day: the release of Beyonce’s second studio album “B’Day” and the celebration of Beyonce’s birthday.
While the year is now more than halfway over, MTV celebrated the best of what this year had to offer in music at the VMAs.
This is it, Gators. The summer season is nearly over, and we’ve made a playlist to celebrate. Enjoy the last of your Popsicles and even out your suntan. Soon it will be fall, and we will all have to replace our swimsuits with sweaters.
We’d love to give you all the details on these great events, but there just isn’t time! Gainesville is always buzzing with exciting local events, so don’t miss out. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s coming up:
In Chinese, 88 means “double happiness.” This album makes you feel anything but.
Four Florida bands rocked High Dive last Friday for its seventh birthday party.
Rock music isn’t dead; it’s just taking a smoke break.
Summer B is underway. Whether you’re in class or working throughout the summer season, it can feel like you’re not really on a break.
In a world with Apple Music and Spotify, The Atlantic reminds Gainesville that the best music is still heard live.
Average Friend is turning local music into an outlet for millennial rage with their upcoming album, “The Never Has-Been.”
The Fourth of July marks the anniversary of American independence, and what better way to show your patriotism for this summer holiday than with a little music? Shuffle through a playlist that’ll get you feeling red, white and blue!
The Avenue is giving a voice to entertainment, literally. Today, the Avenue is launching its first ever podcast: “The Avenue: Roundup.”
Local pop-punk group You Vandal will perform live with Sports Reference, The Handsome Scoundrels and Kid You Not at Loosey’s on Friday.
Staged Reading Potluck and ‘Smooth, Smooth Jazz’
Raelyn Nelson is a rising princess in country music. Granddaughter of the world-famous country icon Willie Nelson, Raelyn joins forces with band members Jonathan Bright, Preach Rutherford and Paulie Simmons to create a sound that she says is the midpoint between Loretta Lynn and Cheap Trick.
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