Metz blurs the lines of noisy and pretty when they open for Fidlar at the Social
Toronto noise rockers Metz busied themselves for the past three years relaxing the sonic chokehold of their debut to let in fresh breaths of air on II, which dropped Tuesday this week. If you can peer through the thick clouds of noise, there are downright pretty flashes of piano and bizarre synthesizer-based segues between forceful,…
Brian Feldman returns to town for a special Mother’s Day hug
Fact: Mother’s Day is the most popular day of the year to eat in a restaurant. Fact: You are broke. Fact: Moms are suckers for goopy Hallmark card-type sentiment, while you prefer a more rigorous, inventive expression of universal feelings. Performance artist Brian Feldman’s 24 Minute Embrace may just meet all of your requirements for…
Don’t throw salt in your eye! Kids in the Hall bring their tour to Hard Rock
It’s been 20 years since the final episode of Kids in the Hall aired on TV and 30 years since the Canadian sketch comedy troupe first started touring together. They haven’t toured in more than six years, so we have to ask – will the humor still hold up? Will it still be funny when we hear…
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The dream of the ’90s is alive in Will’s Pub when Five Eight hits town
Mike Mantione should be any emo lover’s spirit animal. The wavering sensitivity embedded in the Five Eight vocalist’s dogged musical self-examination isn’t wimpy or saturated by sentimentality the way pretenders in the genre often are – it’s authentic emotion that tricks you with uplifting pop melodies while the singer lilts and even whistles his way…
Catch some flicks that’ll make you think at the International Freethought Film Festival this weekend
Just in case you didn’t get enough independent film at the recent Florida Film Festival, the Gallery at Avalon Island is hosting the International Freethought Film Festival this weekend. Comprised of 18 shorts and two features, this film festival focuses on issues related to freethinking, from religion and alternative medicine to UFOs and astrology. While…
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BITE 2015: The ultimate guide to Orlando’s food scene
Editor’s Letter: That First Bite I still remember the first time I ate something in a restaurant that made me understand that food could be more than just fuel. It was a vegetable plate at Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger’s eclectic Los Angeles restaurant CITY — a sort of thali sampler comprising regional Thai,…
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Emily Ellyn, the Retro Rad Chef and Food Network television personality: “This is an exciting time in Orlando, do I really have to pick my favorites?? Pig Floyd and Black Bean Deli are top picks for house-made fare, served fast-casual. RusTeak in College Park: Order the mussels. Great wine too! The Rusty Spoon is great…
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Gov. Scott goes to Washington to insist that the feds continue to fund the Low Income Pool
A photo posted by Rick Scott (@scottforflorida) on Sep 23, 2014 at 1:32pm PDT Setting off for Washington, D.C., to meet with federal officials over health-care money at the heart of a state budget crisis, Gov. Rick Scott on Tuesday flatly ruled out a Senate plan to extend private insurance coverage to hundreds of thousands…
Sand Lake Road McDonalds to get new location and makeover, say goodbye to the chaos
Just about everyone in Orlando is familiar with the famous ‘entertainment McDonald’s’ on the corner of I-Drive and Sand Lake Road. The massive McDonald’s has a huge 3-story box of French fries on the side of it and plenty of tacky, tourist draw. Well, after decades of remodeling, add-ons and upgrades the out-of-date building is…
Happy Wednesday! Here’s what a sloth sounds like!
Have you ever wondered what a sloth sounds like? Probably some sort of sputtery “MWWAAAAAMMM” noise, right? Incorrect! In fact, it’s actually the cutest damn thing you’ve ever heard. Don’t believe me? Check it: Right?! You’re welcome. I want twelve of them. Related Stories
Will’s Pub is where we want to be when Start Making Sense performs their tribute to Talking Heads
We are torn in our recommendation of this show. On the one hand, we have very strong, long-held feelings about the Talking Heads; the band’s angular meld of art-damaged punk with multicultural rhythms drilled right into our souls upon first listen, and has been cherished through the years since; Talking Heads cover band Start Making…
Mandaddy and the Reverend host a trip down memory lane at Under the Influence
In case you haven’t heard it enough, it bears repeating that Orlando has a deep, rich musical history that extends way past the boy bands and DJs of the 1990s, full of talented musicians, legendary venues and great stories. The focus of this event is the latter. Jerry “The Reverend” Johnson and Chuck “Mandaddy” Ellis…
American Ninja Warrior will be filming in Orlando this weekend
This upcoming Sunday and Monday (May 10-11) the streets of the New York set at Universal Orlando will look more like an extreme ropes course than a city street, as American Ninja Warrior will be stopping for two days of filming. The taping will take place overnight while the park is closed. All three hosts,…
What’s that noise? Shrieks echo through Winter Park as city considers changing historic preservation standards
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‘Welcome to Me’ opens this week at Enzian Theater
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Humor writer Dave Barry explains why Florida is so weird
Dave Barry, 20 year veteran in humor writing and former columnist for the Miami Herald recently chatted with Cracked editors Jack O’Brien and Soren Bowie for a conversation about Barry’s new book, ‘Live Right And Find Happiness (Although Beer is Much Faster),’ his weekly column and what exactly makes his home state of Florida so strange. The…
Listen now: Mikal Cronin’s ‘MCIII’ is out and it’s gold
I’ve been geeking out over Mikal Cronin’s MCIII since it first leaked into my ears, playing it over and over – but in a very different way than I did when I first encountered MCII. Where that record was mad hooky and powered by energetic anthems like “Shout It Out” and “See It My Way,”…
Is this what the Orlando of the future will look like? Project DTO’s final report to the city was released this week.
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Today only you can adopt a $5 cat for ‘Cinco de Meow’
In celebration of Cinco de Mayo and because there are too many cats that need ‘forever homes,’ all day today at Orange County Animal Services, cat adoptions are only $5! That’s right, $5 cats! “Our shelter sees an increase in the cat population during the summer months as a result of kitten season,” said Dil…
Two restaurants on the verge of happening in College Park, plus: bikes!
College Parkers are very patient people, clearly. Not only have they been waiting for their outpost of PR’s Taco Palace to open for more than a year now, the sign teasing Armando’s opening in the old Wildsides/Hangar/Harmoni space is totally tantalizing. It looks like progress is finally being made at PR’s, which has slowly been…
Concert pic of the week: Tyler, the Creator before his crazed, adoring fans
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Our juggalo-inspired motivational posters are better than Buzzfeed’s
Last October, we got all wide-eyed when Insane Clown Posse’s Shockfest caused a juggalo swarm on Venue 578. But to get pumped up for the show, we had this Faygo-fueled stray idea to highlight our favorite juggalo lyrics as motivational posters and consequently had a lot of fun putting together this gallery: Fast-forward to a…
Local baker makes good on Food Network’s spring baking competition
Notice a familiar face on the second episode of Food Network’s Spring Baking Championship? That’s Juliana Evans, graduate of Dr. Phillips High School (circa 1997), blogger, proprietor and head baker of the now-closed food truck and cupcake boutique Graciously Sweet. Host Duff Goldman (of Ace of Cakes fame) is one of the judges and breaks…
Ryan Gosling finally eats his cereal. Rest well, Ryan McHenry
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Happy Tuesday. Here’s a baby white rhino stomping around like a baby goat.
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Nepal orphanage founded by Orlando woman needs help after the earthquakes
Last week, shortly after we learned of the earthquake that devastated Kathmandu, we received a message telling us that Rising Lotus Children’s Village, a Nepal orphanage founded by Orlando resident Tracy Brandt (who also runs the Got Karma? gift shop in Ivanhoe Village), is struggling to stay afloat after the disaster seriously damaged their buildings. On…
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Two Orlando restaurants make Thrillist’s list of 12 Best Brunches in Florida Outside Miami
If you haven’t heard, brunch is big right now. Thrillist named Florida’s 12 best brunches in a mouth-watering listicle, and two of O-town’s mid-morning meals made the cut: Dexter’s of Thornton Park was touted for their Monte Cristo waffle sandwich stuffed with Swiss cheese, ham and raspberry jam between waffles dusted with powdered sugar, plus…
Pitbull, Huey Lewis and others to headline Universal’s 25th Anniversary Concert Series
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Tackling the NFL: Orlando artist Andrew Spear’s work highlighted during NFL Draft
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Happy Monday. Here are some kittens learning to be DJs.
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Orlando stands with Baltimore: #BlackSpring action scheduled for May 2
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Maddy’s Craft & Cru now scheduled to open in downtown Orlando in July
Chef/owner Jason Schofield will open Maddey’s Craft & Cru in a yet-to-be-disclosed location in downtown Orlando. Maddey’s was supposed to move into the now-closed Diva’s Dinner Theatre in Mills 50, but the deal fell through. Maddey’s will seat 150 and the site will also feature a separate cocktail lounge called “Brix” with a capacity of…
Winter Park is tired of people smoking on patios
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After you see ‘The Avengers’ tonight, go pick up some free comic books on Free Comic Book Day
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This Little Underground: Tyler, the Creator (Plaza Live)
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South Orlando to get a Noodles & Company and a Keke’s Breakfast Cafe
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Shit Sandwich celebrates three years as Orlando’s best stand-up showcase this Saturday
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Letters to a Satanist: How should Satanists deal with mandatory abortion waiting periods?
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Ole! Here’s 9 Orlando Cinco de Mayo parties you shouldn’t miss
The fact is, Cinco de Mayo is about the Mexican army’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5th, 1862. But for some, it’s also about appropriating a minor hispanic holiday so we can drink Coronas on a weekday. Anywhoo, however you choose to celebrate the 5th of May, Orlando has…
Orlando Ballet to have live musical accompaniment for every show in the 2015-2016 season
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Happy Friday. Please enjoy this video of an office run by bunnies.
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This Little Underground: Monophonics, Groove Orient, MoZaic at the Grand Collab (Will’s Pub, Lil Indies)
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Good boy! Dog alerts Florida family to 7ft gator at front door
This is why dogs are considered “man’s best friend.” Tuesday night, Sarasota residents, Megan and Daniel Benton were awoken by their family pup, who was doing it’s designated dog duties by going completely nuts on a 7ft gator hanging out on their front porch. According to the CNN report: “Manatee County Sheriffs office were called and tried…
Worth the Drive: Big Guava Music Festival in Tampa (the Strokes, Run the Jewels, more)
If Coachella was too far a trek but you’re seeking that festival environment a little closer to him, Big Guava Music Festival provides a similar experience right in our own backyard next weekend. Over Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9, make your way to Tampa’s Florida State Fairgrounds and MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre for…
Juice Bike Share offers free rides for Bike to Work Day as they expand from 20 bikes to 200
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Happy Thursday. Please enjoy this video of a French bulldog dressed as a lion learning to ring a bell
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John Mulaney talks ‘SNL,’ ‘Kroll Show,’ and what he would have done differently on ‘Mulaney’ ahead of his show at the Plaza Live
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Frank McClain leaves Orlando to become artistic director of Dubuque’s Grand Opera House
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Harry Potter fans: You can buy this Hogwarts quilt on etsy.com
Etsy store Pieces by Polly is selling made-to-order Harry Potter quilts that represent the four houses of Hogwarts. The quilts, which Polly says take 8-10 weeks to make, are selling for $216 and up. Right now, she’s only making them in baby square and child/throw sizes, but she says you can message her to find…
Prison reform dropped after Florida House ends its session early
A push to reform the state’s embattled prisons agency was one of the casualties of the House’s early termination of the legislative session Tuesday, but Senate leaders aren’t dropping the issue. Senate President Andy Gardiner said his chamber won’t take up a House prisons measure because it lacks an oversight commission included in a Senate…
Gabriel Garzon-Montano’s smart neo-soul comes from unique sonic schooling
Gabriel Garzon-Montano arrived at his brilliant neo-soul release from 2013, Bishouné: Alma del Huila, in a topsy-turvy way. At 15, the teen, who’d been playing instruments since he first picked up a violin at age 6, met legendary producer Henry Hirsch and played him a couple of songs. Hirsch heard – and eventually Drake heard, when…
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Music updates around town: The Copper Rocket, Orange County Regional History Center, Precious, Uncle Tony’s Donut Shoppe
The Copper Rocket had a storied history for fostering a rich scene and staging cool shows as an alternative venue out in Maitland. When they shuttered the place a couple of months ago, the remnants of that scene blew out any candles they were still holding in hopes they might see a revival, bidding the…
Boheme Restaurant puts the “art” back in culinary arts
I’ve been meaning to pay a visit to the Boheme Restaurant inside the Grand Bohemian Hotel ever since Rene Nyfeler took over director of food and beverage duties and Laurent Hollaender stepped into the role of executive chef. That was more than three years ago, and the subsequent buzz being generated about the food and…
New Market at Mills 50; new pizzeria opens directly across from Rome’s Flavours; plus more in this week’s foodie news
There’s a new market in town. Check out Market at Mills 50 5-10 p.m. Tuesdays on North Thornton Avenue behind the Snap! Space gallery. In other market news, Eat More Produce has closed on 17-92 and reopened at Fashion Square Mall, near the movie theater. And My Yard Farm is offering boxes of local meats,…
This Little Underground: Sage Francis & Solillaquists, a deep chapter in Orlando music history
Even though he’s from Rhode Island, what makes it like a homecoming each time alt-rap icon Sage Francis comes to town is the big, deep footprint he has here as one of the most significant modern benefactors of the city’s music culture. By introducing Solillaquists of Sound to the world in 2005, he did a…
Even if all Gnarly Barley had was their beer menu, it would still be ahead of the game
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Snap! Orlando connects the dots with a multifaceted, monthlong celebration of photography
“How present are you in a situation?” asks Patrick Kahn, curator of Snap! Orlando’s annual photography event. Judging from the stoplight-texters and glazed-over humanoids streaming in and out of blandly themed restaurants we see these days, for many the answer is: not very. With You Are Here, Kahn’s monthlong series of art exhibitions, artist talks,…
Selections: Our picks for the best events for the week of April 29-May 5
If you’re still singing singles from Jagged Little Pill into your hairbrush on occasional mornings (or self-pitying/self-indulgent evenings, not judging), you should head (over feet) to Hard Rock Live for Alanis Morissette, who comes to town for an acoustic evening this week. (Be warned: Tickets are kinda pricey.) Morissette took a break from music and…
‘Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter’ is a little gem of a film about a quirky Tokyo office worker
Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter, one of the best films of this year’s Florida Film Festival, is playing the Enzian Theater in Maitland this week. As an unmarried, misunderstood 29-year-old office worker in Tokyo, Kumiko (the extraordinary Rinko Kikuchi) leads a depressing, lonely life, eschewing everything and everyone except her pet rabbit, Bunzo. Her only joy…
Director Joss Whedon turns heroes into villains in the latest in the Avengers series
Sneaky superhero movie! Another caped-crusader tradition gave us the idea that heroes who don’t die in the line of duty live to become villains, but The Avengers lets it play out onscreen. The bad guys in Age of Ultron? Tony Stark and Bruce Banner. For real. Tony’s villainy is externalized in Ultron, an AI creation that…
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