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Matthew Sydney Talks Fort Lauderdale-love, Metallica, and GLBT

2012-02-09 14:40:04

Mathew Sydney describes his music as romantic, funny, and inspirational, and he isn't wrong. The composer, actor, and visual artist performs not just songs, but puts on a whole sh...

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Machine Gun Kelly, Tech N9ne Return to South Florida as Part of Whirlwind 90-Day Tour

2012-02-09 14:18:09

You've got to hand it to rapidly rising Cleveland-born rapper Machine Gun Kelly. Despite the wads of industry hype he's building his buzz the classic way, by dropping mixtapes and hitting the ro...

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The Get Is Gone (For Now); Meet Henry Krinkle Tonight at The Vagabond

2012-02-09 11:45:51

Long ago, we interviewed The Get, Edwin Jantunen's multifaceted, emerald-y gem of a project. Back then, it was equal parts dubstep track production, Sumsun sidekick, remix mastery; he also co-fo...

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The Togas Perform First Show Ever at Bruise Cruise Kick-off Party

2012-02-09 11:00:50

The Togas are a supergroup of superduper fun proportions. Dressed in ancient Greek attire, naturally, Ty Segall, Shannon Shaw of Shannon and the Clams, Philip Sambol of Austin's the Stran...

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The Inaugural Player Hater's Ball at Laser Wolf on February 14

2012-02-09 08:19:01

Ah... Valentine's Day. It's a time for cheesy stuffed animals, overpriced bouquets of red roses, and jam-packed restaurants. Now doesn't that sound so romantic? But, hey what about those of us ...

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Prescription Filled: Upcoming Saw Doctors Show Offers Promising Prognosis

2012-02-09 08:10:37

The call comes in five minutes early, but no matter. Leo Moran, one of two singers, guitarists, and songwriters for the Irish band the Saw Doctors, is on the phone from his hometown of Galway....

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Willie Nelson, John Forté, and Other Musicians Busted With Drugs

2012-02-09 08:00:00

What do all the Beatles, George Michael, and Lil Wayne have in common? At one point or another, they've been busted with dope. The list of musicians who have been accused of drug-related c...

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Hip-Hop Finds Salvation: Five Fresh Rappers to Watch in 2012

2012-02-09 07:20:00

Hip-hop has been changing the world of music since the Last Poets dropped their debut album in 1970. By nature, the peripheral evolution is a signal sent from the depths of the underground,...

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Two Door Cinema Club Fort Lauderdale Tickets Go on Sale February 10

2012-02-08 14:18:18

No relation to the club in Fort Lauderdale, Two Door Cinema Club is heading stateside to Revolution Live on June 5. Sure, you're thinking, that's like a thousand months away. However, if you wan...

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Red Hot Chili Peppers' New Interactive Video: Fun or Boring?

2012-02-08 12:20:09

So, the Chili Peppers may have delayed their tour, which will kick off in Florida, but they certainly aren't staying out of the spotlight. Their new interactive video for "Look Around" is.....

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Last Night: Willie Nelson at Broward Center

2012-02-08 09:26:28

Willie Nelson Broward Center February 7, 2012 There is a trustworthy and relaxed quality to the experience of seeing a performer who clearly has nothing to prove, one who is simply and deligh...

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Valentine's Gift Guide: Jazzy Albums for Him and Her With Wine Pairings, Part One

2012-02-08 09:16:42

We've been accused of a lot of things here at the Grind. We've been accused of loving Lil Wayne too much, worrying excessively about dance crazes nobody has ever heard of or cares about, celebr...

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MP3: Crime Mob ft. Lil Scrappy - "Knuck If You Buck" (Sea Things Remix)

2012-02-08 08:49:17

It would be nice to just leave this right here for you with no explanation, but since releasing the Jaws EP, Sea Things has been working on all things non-Sea Things. There was the Main Att...

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Five Buju Banton Songs to Know

2012-02-08 07:00:00

This week's cover story takes a look at whether the U.S. government, with the help of a shady snitch, entrapped Buju Banton, and iconic and controversial, Grammy-winning reggae musician.Buju is ...

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DunkXChange Returns for a 2012 Edition in Fort Lauderdale on February 25

2012-02-07 14:24:27

If you're not already initiated into sneakerhead culture, don't get too worked up about it. Yes, the sneakers fetch exorbitant prices. No, they aren't always worn. And all that talk about uppers...

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Madonna's Tour Comes to South Florida; Celebrate With Her Ten Most Underrated Songs

2012-02-07 13:51:24

Madge is back on, and she's coming to Miami this November. It's sort of flattering that she thought of us down here. Sure, we'll be the last people to see her perform on her 2012 world tour...

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Green Room Bartender Krysti Pryde Competes on Season Three of The Tester Tonight

2012-02-07 12:37:03

Behind the bar at the Green Room is the heavily tattooed, raven-haired, 26-year-old Krysti Pryde. Standing at almost 6 feet tall with pale skin, Pryde looks as though she fell out of a graphic n...

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Downton Abbey, the Best Show on Television

2012-02-07 11:09:29

Downton Abbey is a total television phenomenon. So much so that this PBS Masterpiece Classic was added to the Guinness Book of World Records in 2011 as the most critically acclaimed T...

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Live: Tool at BankAtlantic Center, February 6

2012-02-07 09:54:22

ToolWith YobBankAtlantic Center, SunriseMonday, February 6Better than: Many bands who waste more stage time on useless chatter than actual music. About 20 minutes -- or three songs -- into last...

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Celebrating Garth Brooks' Birthday With His Seven Most Awkward Moments

2012-02-07 08:46:15

Born February 7, 1962, Garth Brooks has achieved the distinction of being one of the best-selling artists of the past 20 years. This is true not only in the realm of country, which he clearly d...

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