Guitar Hero and Rock Band will be among the topics covered at this year’s “Music Law Conference 2.0: Out of Beta.”
Georgia native Corey Smith has amassed a reputation for singing songs about feelin’ good. And just how good? Read on to find out why he wants to give you his music for free, why his fans are bloodthirsty and why John Mayer annoys him. Smith plays at The Venue tomorrow at 9 p.m. with tickets starting at $15.
Six-time Grammy-winner John Legend flashed more than his musical talent in the O'Connell Center on Wednesday night, sharing his thoughts on educational reform and encouraging charity work before sitting down at the piano.
RealFrat.com is the newest way for college students to get perfect playlists for all of their music listening needs, thanks to a team of mystery fraternity boys at UF. The creator, Fratty McFratterson, entertains us with jam sessions and witty words of wisdom.
For those of you who weren’t tuning into the Opening Ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver this weekend, you missed the wildly hyped debut of “We Are The World 25 for Haiti.” This 25th anniversary recording featured more than 80 of today’s biggest stars, including musicians and actors. Showcasing the vocals of everyone from Miley Cyrus and Tony Bennett to Mary J. Blige and Lil Wayne; the result is astounding.
Gainesville has long been known as a breeding ground for one of the most flourishing music scenes in the southeastern United States.
The husband and wife duo Blessed Binge continues its nationwide tour with a 9 p.m. performance at Tim and Terry’s on Saturday.
Every day needs a soundtrack, especially the holiday of love.
Avenue writer Allison Banko has a chat with Christian alternative rock band Stria.
Although Gainesville’s music scene is one of the most vibrant in the state, it hasn’t received the consistent coverage it deserves. To remedy this, the Independent Florida Alligator is launching a weekly podcast, the Alligator Local MusiCast, to satisfy all of your local music needs. Find out about the best upcoming shows, recent local releases and features on local artists and events by listening directly on Alligator.org or downloading the podcast for on-the-go enjoyment.
Gainesville’s most promising alternative act, Colourslide, delivers an album of radio-ready singles with its sophomore album, “Everybody’s Right About Everybody.” The record’s 11 tracks are a tribute to stadium-filling acts of the last 20 years.
"The Early Twenties came together like most bands do," said Luke Wessling, lead vocalist and guitarist for the Gainesville indie folk outfit.
Local venues can expect black liquid latex, airborne broken items and mayhem when Murder FM takes the stage on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 1982.
I get it. You're in a band. What I don't understand is why you think everyone wants to know (or cares).
The band is from Raleigh, N.C., and is known for its incessant work ethic and country-rock hybrid.
Matt Kurz is a busy man. He’s the lead singer of the Matt Kurz One. And also the bassist, guitarist and keyboardist. Kurz sings scratchy, intense punk funk songs with a fiery slant reminiscent of The Who and James Brown.
Cursive, an indie-rock band from Omaha, Neb., is playing at Common Grounds on Sunday. The band is on Saddle Creek records, a record label best known for another Omaha act, Bright Eyes. Its latest album, “Mama, I’m Swollen,” was released in March, and they played the “Late Show with David Letterman” that same month. The Avenue got the chance to talk to bass player Matt Maginn about playing on TV, the band’s sound and his favorite Nirvana record.
When Theory of a Deadman commands the stage, there are no frills or gimmicks.
Sometimes, simplicity can feel startlingly fresh.
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