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Central Florida art nonprofits scramble after Gov. DeSantis vetoes arts spending
Read full article: Central Florida art nonprofits scramble after Gov. DeSantis vetoes arts spendingEarlier this year, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed $32 million in arts funding as part of the state's budget cuts. Now, Central Florida arts groups are reeling from the loss of taxpayer revenues.
Have you seen the giant ‘Moonman’ along I-4? Here’s where it came from
Read full article: Have you seen the giant ‘Moonman’ along I-4? Here’s where it came fromDrivers heading west along Interstate 4 through Seminole County might have caught a glimpse of this large astronaut statue during their commute.
Camping World relaxes water bottle policy for Def Leppard, Journey concert
Read full article: Camping World relaxes water bottle policy for Def Leppard, Journey concertMore than 30,000 fans are expected to head to Camping World Stadium for the Def Leppard, Journey and Cheap Trick concert on Wednesday.
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs off on Jimmy Buffett highway, new license plates. Here’s what to expect
Read full article: Florida Gov. DeSantis signs off on Jimmy Buffett highway, new license plates. Here’s what to expectOn Thursday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed four more bills into law, covering issues like highway designations and license plates.
Funk Fest concert series kicks off 25th anniversary at Central Florida Fairgrounds
Read full article: Funk Fest concert series kicks off 25th anniversary at Central Florida FairgroundsLil Jon, Erykah Badu, Faith Evans and more: Funk Fest 2024 is set to fill Orlando’s weekend with music in a reunion-style celebration of the concert series’ 25th anniversary.
Rolling Stones concert expected to bring in millions for Central Florida's economy
Read full article: Rolling Stones concert expected to bring in millions for Central Florida's economyCamping World Stadium estimates at least 42,000 people will attend the concert — but they expect that number to be higher.
Small-town feel: This Florida community focuses on being neighborly
Read full article: Small-town feel: This Florida community focuses on being neighborlyMoving to a big city with hundreds of thousands of people can leave you feeling like a drop of water in a large bucket, but people in the small town of Montverde say they are intentional about getting to know their neighbors.
Taylor Swift course is coming to this Florida university. Here’s what to know
Read full article: Taylor Swift course is coming to this Florida university. Here’s what to knowThe course has been offered in the past, typically focusing on pop culture subjects like “Harry Potter” or fictional monsters. Now, it's set to feature the iconic pop singer.
‘Celebrating 30 years of memories:’ Ocoee Music Festival brings 2 days of free fun
Read full article: ‘Celebrating 30 years of memories:’ Ocoee Music Festival brings 2 days of free funThe Ocoee Music Festival is back, “celebrating Ocoee’s small town traditions with music, community, small businesses and fun,” according to event organizers.
‘One really big family:’ University High students say band is more than just a class
Read full article: ‘One really big family:’ University High students say band is more than just a classTheir accolades are a mile long, but the University High School band will tell you it's not the trophees that set them apart, it's the acceptance and friendships they have formed that make playing together so special.
‘Through the roof:’ Taylor Swift dominates sports bets ahead of Super Bowl Sunday
Read full article: ‘Through the roof:’ Taylor Swift dominates sports bets ahead of Super Bowl SundayWhile Super Bowl viewers won’t be able to place actual bets on Swift, Forbes Betting has released a list of Taylor Swift-themed prop bets for fans.
‘Rock ‘N’ Roll Party:’ Kiss KISS goodbye at Rock & Brews restaurants this weekend
Read full article: ‘Rock ‘N’ Roll Party:’ Kiss KISS goodbye at Rock & Brews restaurants this weekendRock & Brews, a restaurant chain founded by KISS frontmen Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, will host watch parties at every location on Saturday for the band's last-ever show.
Shawn Romano is Orlando’s REAL Rapping Realtor
Read full article: Shawn Romano is Orlando’s REAL Rapping RealtorRappers usually show off their million-dollar mansions in music videos, but one Orlando man is using videos and some clever lyrics to show off and sell other people’s homes — not to mention, he’s rising to social media fame doing it.
Were you born in Florida? You might have a better chance of becoming famous
Read full article: Were you born in Florida? You might have a better chance of becoming famousAccording to the study, Florida ranked among the top states that produced the country's biggest stars — including actors, singers, athletes and comedians.
Riff On This: Smiles Official’s rap career is rapidly rising to the top
Read full article: Riff On This: Smiles Official’s rap career is rapidly rising to the topMiami-based rapper Smiles Official is not an overnight sensation like social media may have people thinking. In fact, he’s worked hard for many years and says he won’t stop until he’s reached the top.
🎶Top 25 songs in Orlando on Shazam in the past week
Read full article: 🎶Top 25 songs in Orlando on Shazam in the past weekSome songs are classics that withstand the test of time (like Queen and David Bowie's "Under Pressure" or The Temptations' "My Girl"). Others are hot one minute and very not the next (like Baha Men's "Who Let the Dogs Out?" or Vanilla Ice's "Ice Ice Baby").
From internship to on-air powerhouse: Orlando knows Ricky Padilla’s voice
Read full article: From internship to on-air powerhouse: Orlando knows Ricky Padilla’s voiceRicky Padilla is no stranger to central Florida. In fact, he’s called Orlando home since he was 12 years old after his family moved to the Sunshine State from New Jersey.
Riff On This: Dyer Davis’ career takes him from rock to country, but he’s always loved the Blues
Read full article: Riff On This: Dyer Davis’ career takes him from rock to country, but he’s always loved the BluesDaytona Beach native Dyer Davis may seem like a new name in music, but the 23-year-old has been on the music scene for nearly a decade.
Toneworld’s music journey started in church, led him to the Grammy’s red carpet
Read full article: Toneworld’s music journey started in church, led him to the Grammy’s red carpetThree-time Grammy nominee, Telly Award-winning producer, songwriter and composer Marvin “Toneworld” Hemmings Jr., is no stranger to Orlando. In fact, he grew up here.
WATCH: Security manager plays piano during patient’s final hours at Melbourne hospital
Read full article: WATCH: Security manager plays piano during patient’s final hours at Melbourne hospitalThe patient had donated the piano years ago, so the patient’s family had asked whether anyone on staff would be able to play it during the patient’s final moments, a release says.
🎼Numbers behind the top 10 most in-demand concerts of the summer
Read full article: 🎼Numbers behind the top 10 most in-demand concerts of the summerSummer is the unofficial concert season, when major artists hit the road, taking advantage of the good weather, long daylight hours, and breaks from school.
Orlando orchestra to bring circus to life with ‘The Carnival of the Animals’
Read full article: Orlando orchestra to bring circus to life with ‘The Carnival of the Animals’The makers of Orlando’s Creative City Project are set to present an immersive orchestral extravaganza at the historic Cheyenne Saloon and Opera House next month.
Orlando music producer, film director wins big at Vegas Movie Awards, nominated in other fests
Read full article: Orlando music producer, film director wins big at Vegas Movie Awards, nominated in other festsOrlando multi-platinum producer Jonathan “Dakari” St. Aimee recently won big for his film in the Vegas Movie Awards.
Trilogy Tour: Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, Pitbull to perform together at Amway Center
Read full article: Trilogy Tour: Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, Pitbull to perform together at Amway CenterEnrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin and Pitbull, all known for their incredible blend of music genres and show-stopping performances, will share the Amway Center stage at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9.
‘Got to get on that stage:’ Patti LaBelle to perform at Melbourne’s King Center
Read full article: ‘Got to get on that stage:’ Patti LaBelle to perform at Melbourne’s King CenterR&B legend Patti LaBelle is returning to Melbourne’s Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts for the first time in 16 years.
Casselberry to hold car show, rock ‘n’ blues concert for Memorial Day weekend
Read full article: Casselberry to hold car show, rock ‘n’ blues concert for Memorial Day weekendThe city of Casselberry invites you to honor the fallen this Memorial Weekend with a car show and rock ‘n’ blues concert at Lake Concord Park.
‘Time’s forever frozen:’ Ed Sheeran surprises Florida band students with performance, free concert tickets
Read full article: ‘Time’s forever frozen:’ Ed Sheeran surprises Florida band students with performance, free concert ticketsFlorida high school band students had an exciting surprise last week when Ed Sheeran visited their classroom.
Melbourne musicians bring rock legends to life during King Center concert series
Read full article: Melbourne musicians bring rock legends to life during King Center concert seriesThe Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts is giving audiences the chance to experience classic rock with its “Classic Albums Live” series.
Orlando hip-hop duo Smilez and Southstar talk musical inspiration, what they’re doing now
Read full article: Orlando hip-hop duo Smilez and Southstar talk musical inspiration, what they’re doing nowSitting down and chopping it up with Orlando’s own Smilez and Southstar was nothing short of legendary. The latest episode of Riff On This is full of nostalgia, wild moments and laughs as the duo shares their journey in hip-hop in the early 2000s.
🎶Metros with the most music festivals within a one-hour drive
Read full article: 🎶Metros with the most music festivals within a one-hour driveFifty-odd years ago, Michael Lang, Artie Kornfeld, Joel Rosenman and John P. Roberts put on what has come to be arguably the best-known music festival of all time: the Woodstock Music and Art Fair.
What do Wild Cherry, Molly Hatchet and Foghat have in common? Bryan Bassett
Read full article: What do Wild Cherry, Molly Hatchet and Foghat have in common? Bryan BassettGuitarist Bryan Bassett talks about his musical journey with Wild Cherry, Molly Hatchet, and Foghat on this episode of Riff On This
Legendary New York DJ honored one year after losing battle to COVID-19
Read full article: Legendary New York DJ honored one year after losing battle to COVID-19Legendary New York DJ honored one year after losing battle to COVID-19 with graffiti mural and candlelight vigil among Orlando deejays, producers, and show hosts
Orlando’s rapidly rising boyband releases newest video ‘Special Treatment’
Read full article: Orlando’s rapidly rising boyband releases newest video ‘Special Treatment’No Lonely Hearts premier music video for 'Special Treatment' with exclusive party at Planet Hollywood with heavy hitting Orlando record execs and producers.
Riff On This: DeLand native David “D1″ Grant takes his piano skills from church to Grammys
Read full article: Riff On This: DeLand native David “D1″ Grant takes his piano skills from church to GrammysFor David “D1″ Grant, his musical journey started really young, playing piano at his father’s church in DeLand.
Foghat band manager Linda Arcello-Earl among few women in music to hold a manager title
Read full article: Foghat band manager Linda Arcello-Earl among few women in music to hold a manager titleMen still dominate the music industry despite advocacy and activist efforts over the years. This goes for all areas in music from talent to producing, songwriting, management, you name it, these positions are held by more men than women.
Soothe your soul at the Apopka International Jazz Festival
Read full article: Soothe your soul at the Apopka International Jazz FestivalThe Apopka International Jazz Festival will host a one-day event later this month featuring world-renowned contemporary jazz and R&B artists while giving back to music youth programs.
Sweet dreams, Orlando: Creative City Project to host relaxing orchestral event
Read full article: Sweet dreams, Orlando: Creative City Project to host relaxing orchestral eventGather your blankets and pillows to listen—and maybe nod off—as harpist Timbre Cierpke leads relaxing orchestral performances from April 7-9 and April 14-16 at 6 and 8 p.m.