Last time I wrote about Tristan Clopet he had just released his first EP, Duende, and had competed in Miami New Times' Grove On Battle of the Bands. He had been performing as a fulltime musician for just under a year, but was gaining a lot of momentum. He had gotten a regular gig... »
A long-standing holiday tradition of mine is driving through the well-decorated neighborhoods to admire the lighted residences. As a child I remember the excitement of piling into my parents old Buick with my brother and driving all over town to witness the Christmas spirit in lights. This season I have acquired a new favorite... »
Local personality Notorious Nastie never seems to be short of whacky ideas. In this video, produced by filmmaker Neranjan Venom (music by Otto von Schirach and Peasants with Feathers), Notorious dresses in Santa gear -- obligatory nakedness included, and sings his own version of Santa Claus is Coming to Town in a shopping cart and a... »
I'm not sure if the let down is quite as big as with Future Classic Festival, but from all reports, it seems as if Miami Music Festival was yet another poorly organized event, and some going as far to call it a "scam against artists." I personally didn't make it out, but what first grabbed... »
Art Basel had so much to offer this year and unfortunately I had very little time to enjoy all the excitement involved. I did get out early on Friday December 4th and found a few interesting exhibits. There was a lot of amazing art all over town but I kept things simple and stuck to galleries... »
Big City Breakdown (BCB) is video feature where local musicians are taken out of their typical performance element and placed at one of Miami's signature outdoor locations as they present a song. The presentation will be shot in a single running take with no editing magic. BCB is an opportunity to showcase Miamis best... »
