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Black Taxi Comes To Orlando
The band commonly proclaimed as the “best kept secret of Brooklyn”, Black Taxi is coming to Orlando Friday, January 27th. Be sure to catch them at the Social for a night of dance rock!
“With their contagiously danceable riffs, monster hooks, and animated theatricality, the band has enough charisma and talent to draw even the most cynical hipster out of their shell and cause a raucous good time on the dance floor.”The Deli Magazine says, “If New York’s music scene were summed up in two words, they would be BLACK TAXI. Kind of dirty, a little poppy, and VERY danceable, these Brooklynites fashion some of the most undeniably contagious music around.”
Performer Magazine compares their music by saying, “If The Clash and The Talking Heads were to have an offspring, it would be BLACK TAXI.”
9 PM / 18+ / $10-$13
The Social
54 North Orange Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
407.246.1419
-Trisha Connell

Scott H Biram and Lydia Loveless Check Into The Social
For those in need of a fun night of Blues be sure to check out Texas native Scott H. Biram and Lydia Loveless at the Social on Saturday, February 14th.
9 PM / 18+ / $10
The Social
54 North Orange Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
407.246.1419
-Trisha Connell

Orlando Calling Feature: Gavin DeGraw and Michelle Branch

One of the biggest festivals to hit Orlando, if not the biggest, took place about a month ago on November 12 and 13. Orlando Calling hosted a who’s who of rock and roll and genres in-between on the Citrus Bowl Park. From headliners The Killers and Kid Cudi to fan favorites Michelle Branch and Gavin Degraw, Orlando Calling had the crowds on their feet cheering on their favorite acts. Orlando Calling was the first of its kind on US soil by the UK production and promotion firm, Festival Republic.

So why did we wait so long to post this update? For the above video. One of our favorite social media platforms, Instagram (brinkmag), was abuzz with word that Gavin DeGraw was executing an impromptu show on the streets of Orlando (where BRINK is based). Thanks to our Instagram friend (Love2Snap), she showed us what we missed! Now, one month later, the video surfaced. Not only is one of our favorite Instagrammers featured in the video (she really loves Gavin Degraw), the video shows a gorgeous section of Orlando and a vibe that is rarely seen of “The City Beautiful.”

Besides the Vevo clip, we got to chat with Michelle Branch. We missed out on snapping a picture of Michelle with BRINK Magazine and getting a great exclusive Q&A on her upcoming endeavors BUT we filled her on all BRINK Magazine has to offer and our fantastic readers. That’s good, right? (Michelle, call us!)

While on stage, Michelle mentioned her hopes for getting her new album West Coast Time out soon and acoustically performed all her hit songs and more. From opener “Are Your Happy Now?” to closer “All You wanted” the crowd was on their feet and completely engaged with Michelle and her music. The most exciting aspect about Michelle’s show was her down to earth attitude and stage presence. She was a seasoned pro speaking to the audience and touched on everything from family life to the music industry. While we eagerly await West Coast Time, feast your eyes on more exclusive pics at BRINK on Facebook!

- Photos by Ben Stitzer

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Hard Rock’s 40th Birthday Bash: The Downtown Throwdown
If you’re not already partied out from our Uncapped event (in case you haven’t heard, it’s tonight!), be sure to check out this free event happening in Downtown Orlando:
On Saturday, October 1st, fans are invited to help Hard Rock blow out the candles and the speakers with “must‐see” performances across four different stages in the heart of downtown Orlando. Collective Soul, Everclear, Tonic, Mike Doughty and His Band Fantastic, Matt Hires, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of Run DMC, The Parlor Mob, Big 10‐4, Son of A Bad Man, Plain Jane Automobile and more will take to streets of downtown for a free all‐day concert event.
The Beacham and The Social are hosting Tonic with Matt Hires and John Frank and The Social is featuring Darryl “DMC” McDaniels with Big 10‐4, Son of a Bad Man and The Ludes.
It starts at 3pm in Downtown Orlando off Orange Ave. between Washington and Central— see you there!

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