2Cellos shine on second album
Since posting a cello-only cover of “Smooth Criminal” to YouTube in 2011, 2Cellos has taken over the classical music charts. The Croatian cello duo’s first album, “2CELLOS,” reached No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard’s top classical albums. Luka Sulic and Stjepan Hauser recently released their second album, “In2ition,” which shows the dynamic duo is working...
‘In The Heights’ brings Latin spice to Gables
It’s easy to see why “In The Heights” would attract crowds in Miami; the Latin population can easily relate to the music, the humor and the plot. Luckily for those who aren’t familiar with Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegria Hudes’ story, Actors’ Playhouse is bringing a bit of Latin flavor to the Miracle Theatre through...
Honor Society prepares for tour, evolves sound
A lot has changed for pop-rock band Honor Society since the recent release of its third EP “Serendipity.” The new album shows that the band’s sound has once again evolved; from R&B and pop to rock and electronic, the trio – originally from New York – isn’t afraid to push the limits. The new EP’s...
Senior Bucket List
Graduation seems far away when you’re a freshman and just getting to know your way around Miami and the university. Before you know it, you’ll be wearing your cap and gown. But before you graduate, there are certain things that every UM student has to do like attend a tailgate or throw up the U...
UMF celebrates 15-year anniversary
(Photos By Cayla Nimmo) Ultra Music Festival (UMF) started fifteen years ago. Before the festival came together, though, festival organizers held warehouse parties for electronic music. According to Joe Risolia, who handles new business development for UMF, the producers wanted to do a larger event on the beach in lieu...
Cazzette beams at Ultra
Alexander Björklund and Sebastian Furrer are the faces behind – or well, underneath – the cassette headpieces. The Swedish DJ duo is managed by Ash Pournouri from At Night Management, who happens to be the manager behind Avicii’s ascent to stardom. In June 2011, the duo came together and became “Cazzette.” The duo dislikes the...
Thoroughly Modern Millie roars through the ’20s
Set in the roaring 1920’s in New York City, “Thoroughly Modern Millie” is anything but boring. And at The Roxy Theatre, there is no exception. The play tells the story of small-town girl Millie Dillmount, who moves to the Big Apple in search for a husband with money, not in search for a husband with...
How to look ‘ultra’ trendy at UMF ‘13
(Photo by Cayla Nimmo) While partygoers classically deck themselves out in neon and “kandi” (large, beaded bracelets typically given out at raves), it’s always cool to try new options for Ultra Music Festival. This year, the festival is celebrating its 15th anniversary and lasts six days rather than its typical three....
Electronic dance music guide
For two weekends, Ultra Music Festival attendees rage away for hours on end to electronic dance music (EDM). While dancing each day away, it can be difficult to distinguish the various types of music each DJ is playing. From changes in bass lines to the addition of vocals, each artist has their own sound that...
Psychology major plays lead role at local theater
Junior Veronica Diaz never thought she’d find herself playing the lead role of a show put together by the Roxy Theatre Group, which she’s been involved with since she was 11. A dancer since age 6, Diaz accidentally found out she could sing while she was helping with a voice class at the nonprofit performing...
Taking a break without leaving paradise
While Panama City, Cabo San Lucas and Nassau sound like ideal spring break destinations, not everyone’s planning to leave the Magic City for a weeklong vacation. Miami is a hotspot, after all. So before you worry about your lack of plans for this upcoming week, consider these five new and alternative venues each presenting a...
Celebrate St. Patty’s Day the Miami way
The Irish-American population may be low in Miami-Dade, but that doesn’t stop anyone here from getting ready to go all-out in leprechaun mode. It’s time to cough up the emerald shirts, hats and beads, and maybe even brush up on some Gaelic, for the St. Patrick’s Day festivities are about to take over. Here’s a...
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