SunFest is just a few days away! I don’t know about you, but I’m already scheming and packing all the goodies I’ll need for five days of sounds and sun. I spend every second of my vacation time exploring music festivals around the United States,...
I’m completely for gender equality, but sometimes women deserve an extra bit of limelight. This year at SunFest we have some truly remarkable women set to perform by the sea. Here’s what you need to know, before you go. Who you know: Meghan Trainor I would...
In our first 2016 installment of “Local Natives,” we explored a handful of the Sunshine State-grown bands that you shouldn’t miss at SunFest this year. Today we’ll spotlight a few more. Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Ethan Parker found his band mates and sound while...
Now that you’ve secured your passes for five days of sunshine and music by the sea, it’s time to think about where you’re going to stay for your favorite festival. While SunFest may be a short drive for many South Floridians, I can attest that after...
While we all love and know SunFest’s big name headliners and chart-topping acts, an incredibly important aspect of this five-day festival is its opportunity for local bands to shine. Florida has a thriving music scene, especially in cities like Miami and Orlando, and SunFest makes...
With the lineup released, I have no doubt you’ve spent the perfect amount of time gushing and coordinating with friends, family, and co-workers about the best days to attend (Spoiler alert: All of them.) and preliminary logistics. If you haven’t done so already, now is...
I’ve mentioned in years past that lineup release days hold a special place in my heart...
Good morning, South Florida! It’s hard to believe that five years ago I was invited to lend my writing skills and ringing ears to help cover the music and sounds of SunFest. How did I get so lucky? Even back in 2012, I proudly considered myself a...
On Sunday, Pixies played Sunfest. It was the noise rock band’s second stop on their spring tour, and one of the biggest draws for our sea-side festival. I had been happily running between stages all week, but as soon as the gates opened on our final...
In 2003, an emo band named Fall Out Boy crept into the limelight with their debut album, "Take This to Your Grave." Twelve years later, the four guys — who are now in their 30s — performed it for a crowd of thousands upon thousands at SunFest's...