Sweat's Party of the Year: PLUG MIAMI tomorrow night!!

Dear Friends,

We hope you had a great Holiday. From what we've been selling, we know some of you received some amazing gifts!!

So... everyone keeps asking us if we're throwing a New Years' party. The answer is we're not...we're throwing PLUG MIAMI tomorrow night!! Come out to this, the last Sweat event of 2007 and AVENUE D's LAST SHOW EVER!!

For the last six years, beloved MIA/NYC electro-booty-pop duo Avenue D have been rocking crowds, selling thousands of CDs, and shaking asses all over the world. They've come home to bid farewell with one last crazy blow-out show at Studio A tomorrow night!!

Read all about it:
Miami New Times article
Flavorpill feature

Performing live:
AVENUE D - notorious for outrageous performances, raunchy lyrics, skimpy outfits, and the catchiest electro-bass hits ("Do I Look Like A Slut?", "2D2F" and more)!! Did we mention they're bringing TRAPEZE GIRLS!?

OTTO VON SCHIRACH - special live Miami bass set by this hometown hero!!

THE JACUZZI BOYS - we can't keep their 7" in stock at Sweat!! Last show before they leave on tour!!

JOSE EL REY - Miami's hilarious freestyle MC!!

Plus: OurStage winner JAYLYN COFFIN, interactive visuals, and a very special DJ set by the legendary ARTHUR BAKER (producer for New Order, Afrika Bambaataa, etc. etc. etc.)!! Tickets are only $10. TEN BUCKS for what is going to be one of the most memorable nights of the year, if not your entire life (better than NYE too because it's a weekend night)!!

We've brought you tons of amazing shows this year and this one is the grand finale. Come see some of Miami's best and party with the whole Miami/Sweat familia like it's 2008!!

See you tomorrow!!

Cheers,
Lolo, Jsin + the Sweat crew

P.S. Coming soon: Langerado pre-sale tickets, our new drink menu, and a great opportunity for every local musician... STAY TUNED!!


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CURRENT TICKET PRE-SALES:

*Friday, December 28th @ Studio A: PLUG MIAMI featuring AVENUE D, OTTO VON SCHIRACH, THE JACUZZI BOYS, JOSE EL REY and more - $10

*Saturday, January 19th @ ParkWest Nightclub: "ARTOPIA 08" - The Miami New Times' 20th Anniversary Celebration featuring live performances by THE SPAM ALLSTARS, AWESOME NEW REPUBLIC, and RAFFA AND RAINER - $15


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UPCOMING LOCAL EVENT GOODNESS:

(If your event is not in here send one email to lolo [at] sweatrecordsmiami [dot] com with the flier image and all the info. It's that simple.)


THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20th THROUGH SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17th @ COLLINS PARK: SPIEGELWORLD descends upon Miami!! The "world's most beautiful traveling venue" will play host to their original show ABSINTHE (think a racier Cirque Du Soleil) and Gazillionaire's Late Nite Lounge, among other live music, performance, and dance events. Presented by The Raleigh Hotel. The Spigeltent is located at Collins Ave. and 21st St. Full schedule of events and info at www.spiegelworld.com

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27th @ CIRCA28: Wrap up 2007 with a year-end party featuring live performances by JUNC OPS and AFROBETA with DJs Mclees, Marcello, D-Lokx and Ransom, hosted by Heather Holiday. FREE!! 2826 N Miami Ave.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27th @ STUDIO A: Culture Productions presents CANDYLAND 12 - ALL AGES EDITION with Jackal and Hyde, Rabbit Vs. Madhatter, Seasunz and more. Tickets $20 in advance or $30 at the door. 9pm. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com/myspace.com/cultureparties

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27th @ ABRAXAS: Check out weekly party APT. 407 at Abraxas Lounge. Resident DJ Chris Mora (Off The Radar blog) and friends spin classics and soon-to-be-classics. No cover, 11pm to 5am, huge beer and wine selection, free weekly champagne toast for all in attendance at 1am. 407 Meridian Ave. www.myspace.com/apt407miami

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27th @ THE POORHOUSE: For a solid good time in the 954, check out ADD ADAPTER Thursdays at The Poorhouse. DJs Cabello, Mitzie and special guests spin mish mash and what nots... 10pm, no cover. 110 SW 3rd Ave. Downtown Ft. Lauderdale.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ STUDIO A: Sweat Records, PLUG and OurStage present the 2nd Miami PLUG Showcase featuring the final farewell performance from beloved MIA/NYC electro-booty-pop combo AVENUE D!! Plus a special live Miami Bass set from OTTO VON SCHIRACH, THE JACUZZI BOYS, JAYLYN COFFIN, musical emcee JOSE EL REY, and very special guest DJ ARTHUR BAKER (NYC)!! Doors at 10pm, 18+. 60 NE 11th St. Tickets $10 in advance available at Sweat Records or from www.studioamiami.com

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ VOODOO LOUNGE: Culture, OneSceneUnited and VooDoo Lounge present CANDYLAND 12 - South Florida's longest-running dance music event!! Featuring KRAFTY KUTS, JACKAL + HYDE, SPACEMEN, MERLYN, LEMON D, AK1200 and many more. Doors at 9pm, 21+, presale tickets available from www.wanttickets.com. 111 SW 2nd Ave. Ft. Lauderdale

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ CHURCHILL'S: Live performances by AL'S NOT WELL, BOY PROSTITUTE, MUSIC IS A WEAPON, AKA, SAGA HIGH, DEAD BEAT DAD, and DEAFCAYXXX!! Plus metal on the patio... 18+. 5501 NE 2nd Ave. www.churchillspub.com

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ CRAZY 8s: If you're in the 954, check out the weekly Friday party HEATER!! Sounds by Sean Weeks, The Commissioner, John Vincent (Circa Saturdays) Esoteric and guests, plus patio bar with pool tables, drink specials and more!! 18 and up, 21 to drink. 4 W. Las Olas Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale. myspace.com/heaterparty

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ PS14: LOOP resident Matt Cash and guests. 28 NE 14th St. www.ps14.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29th @ CIRCA28: CIRCA SATURDAYS, one of Miami's best weekly dance parties with DJs Ray Milian, Johnnylove, Carlos Llanos and Jay spining all your favorite music to dance and chill to. This week we present special guest DJ CARMINE P. FILTHY (Even Further/NYC - download his latest mix here for FREE: http://www.yousendit.com/transfer.php?action=download&ufid=FB22E14B7A5FFC36)!! Doors at 10pm, 21+, 2826 N Miami Ave. www.myspace.com/circasaturdays

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29th @ THE WHITE ROOM: PopLife returns as a weekly in a new venue with resident DJs Matt Cash, Induce, Aramis, Plot and guests. This week: an acoustic set by MELLOWDRONE. Doors at 10pm, $10 cover. 1306 N Miami Ave. www.epoplife.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30th @ COMMODORE PLAZA: The Miami Critical Mass Group and Emerge Miami join forces for this year's KING MANGO STRUT!! "The King Mango Strut is the alternative parade highlighting with hilarity the ridiculousness of our politicians, local happenings and the like. Emerge Miami and Critical Mass are doing a Green theme this year highlighting positive green energy and problematic not-so-green energy. It should be a lot of fun and we need more help getting everything ready, and we need more people to march in the parade with us... We will be working on props and costumes leading up to the 30th so please get in touch and join in." Everyone welcome. 1pm, 3138 Commodore Plaza. More info at criticalmass.meetup.com/40/calendar/6939533/

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30th @ CIRCA28: Edison Farrow presents SUGAR DADDY, every Sunday at Circa28!! 3 rooms, lounge, dance room, patio bar, tons of free street parking. DJ Gavin T spins funk, soul and dance hits for the boys. Doors at 9pm. 2826 N Miami Ave. www.sobesocialclub.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30th @ PURDY LOUNGE: I Am Your Villain presents CHOCOLATE SUNDAYS with DJs Doormouse, Induce, Contra and rotating others spinning hip hop in the front, and Ray Milian and guests do it up indie/80s in the back. No cover, 21+. 1811 Purdy Ave. Miami Beach. www.myspace.com/iamyourvillain

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30th @ THE STANDARD: Every Sunday come out for LOVE LIFE with bingo, chillin' and music by DJs Induce and Matt Cash. 8pm, 40 Island Ave. Miami Beach. www.standardhotel.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ STUDIO A: Spend New Year's Eve with THE SPAM ALLSTARS, ARTOFFICIAL and AWESOME NEW REPUBLIC!! Doors at 9pm, $15 in advance, $20 day of the show. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ THE BILTMORE: Ring in 2008 at the Biltmore Hotel with 2 sets of New Year's party tunes by OUTEREACH!! [Anyone who was at '80s Prom knows this band can rock a cover! -Lo] 9.30pm to 2am. Tickets are $75 and includes champagne toast, party favors and more. For reservations call 305.913.3206 and for more info email outereach@gmail.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT JACKIE GLEASON THEATER: Comedian LEWIS BLACK performs live!! Tickets $58.50-87.50 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ LAUNDRY BAR: Workmens Miami presents MIXTAPE MONDAYS with DJANE, DJ Lean Rocker and DJ Engineer spinning hip hop, funk and soul every Monday night. No cover, 721 Lincoln Ln. Miami Beach. www.laundrybarmiami.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ LOVEHATE: Check out The Lonely Hearts Club, hosted by Mr. Misery and The Colonel. Edwin Adams and Mr. Brown kick it ooold skool spinning jazz, blues, soul, hip hop and beyond. Doors at 9pm, 423 Washington Ave.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2nd @ CHURCHILL'S: Check out Raffa and Rainer's weekly acoustic showcase - CAN YOU ROCK A LITTLE SOFTER? Each week check out local and national featured acts from 9.30 to midnight, with an hour of open mic before and after. It also deliciously coincides with Curry Night at Churchill's so come hungry!! Only $5 cover, doors at 8.30pm, curry 'til 10, music ends at 1. 18+ welcome. 5501 NE 2nd Ave. myspace.com/cyrals

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2nd @ PS14: Every Wednesday I Am Your Villain presents FINGER LICK'N featuring DJs Hugo and Stravinsky, BBQ and special events. Doors at 10pm. 28 NE 14th St.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2nd @ JAZID: Check out GRAND GROOVE... Funk, hip-hop, soul and rare grooves provided by DJs Mr. Brown, DJANE, Sire Esq., Lumin, Kems and guests. No cover + weekly drink specials! 10pm to 3am, 1342 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2nd @ BUCK15: Whocares preesnts Chelsea Social Club every Wednesday with DJs CONTRA and Jessica Who? 707 Lincoln Lane, Miami Beach.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 3rd: Don't miss SHARON JONES AND THE DAP-KINGS live with special opening guests the SPAM ALLSTARS!! Doors at 8pm, tickets $19.99 via Ticketmaster. 3045 N Federal Hwy. Ft. Lauderdale. www.cultureroom.net [I've seen Sharon Jones live twice and both times were PHENOMENAL, don't miss this!! -Lo]

TUESDAY, JANUARY 8th @ CULTURE ROOM: THE EDITORS live with HOT HOT HEAT and LOUIS XIV!! Doors at 7.30pm, tickets $19.99 via Ticketmaster. 3045 N Federal Hwy. Ft. Lauderdale. www.cultureroom.net

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16th @ BANK ATLANTIC CENTER: THE FOO FIGHTERS perform live!! With opening acts Jimmy Eat World and Against Me! Tickets $22.25-42.25 via Ticketmaster. 8pm. 2555 Panther Pkwy. Sunrise.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17th @ THE MIAMI ART MUSEUM: The third Thursdays of every month check out this JAM @ MAM - "happy hour with an artful twist" featuring art, music, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. 5-8.30pm, museum members free, non-members $10. 101 West Flagler St. miamiartmuseum.org

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH: The South Beach Comedy Festival presents KATT WILLIAMS live!! [Last time I saw him my abs hurt the next day from laughing so hard. -Lo] Tickets via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19th @ THE STANDARD: Join LegalArt in celebrating Native Seeds II grant winner CLIFTON CHILDREE and help create Native Seeds III by enjoying The Standard's world-famous BINGO, swimming, cocktails, raffle prizes, games, music and more!! 7pm to midnight, $10 admission. 40 Island Ave. Miami Beach. www.legalartmiami.com

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19th @ PARKWEST NIGHTCLUB: The Miami New Times celebrates it's 20th Anniversary with ARTOPIA 08 - a giant multi-media event featuring live performances by AWESOME NEW REPUBLIC, RAFFA AND RAINER, and a special guest act TBA, plus DJ Hottpants and The Deuce Crew, fashion shows by Kristina Ashley Swimwear, Rucht D'Oleo Designs, and U.D./Style Lab, silent shorts by Romance In A Can, live fashion vandalism by Ryan The Wheelbarrow, graffiti art by Crunk Punks, live art by Adam Schrimmer and more to be announced... Pre-sale tickets are $15 and available at Sweat Records right now, or you can pay $20 cash at the door. Performances start at 9pm, complimentary cocktails 9pm to 11pm. 21+. 30 NE 11th St. Full info at miaminewtimes.com/artopia

SUNDAY, JANUARY 20th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT JACKIE GLEASON THEATER: MARILYN MANSON performs live!! Tickets $37.50-53.50 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH: The one and only WU-TANG CLAN live!! Tickets $38-63 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2nd @ REVOLUTION: WEEN perform live!! Doors at 8pm, 18+, tickets via Ticketmaster. 200 W Broward Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale. www.jointherevolution.net

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT JACKIE GLEASON THEATER: THE GO-GO's perform live!! Tickets $37.50-55.50 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

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Stocking Stuffer Part Deux tonight + Holiday hours!!

Dear Friends,

Tonight is our Holiday jam - the SWEAT STOCKING STUFFER part deux!! Last year's was lovely, and this year will be even better because we can spread out in our huge new location and serve y'all some of the most amazing organic hot chocolate, espresso, tea and coffee drinks Miami has to offer!! A lot of our friends are baking cookies too so feel free to get crafty in the kitchen and show up with a batch. We're also collecting art supplies for an art program launching next year at an orphanage in Colombia so please bring any new or gently-used creative materials you have lying around to donate!!

Next door at Churchill's, catch live performances by some of Miami's best - RAFFA AND RAINER, JESSE JACKSON, NICK KRUGE, the returning BOB LADUE and you never know who else might show up...

Not to mention the fact that Sweat has tons of amazing, unique gifts that your friends and family will love!! Skip the malls - we've got box sets, books, music, toys, rare records, DVDs galore and we KNOW you haven't finished your holiday shopping just yet...

PLUS:
-We just got in 600 new used LPs from our friends at Radio-Active Records in Ft. Lauderdale!! Everything from Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark to Back That Azz Up...
-Come see our new mural/installation by awesome Miami artist Federico Nessi!! More soon by LEBO, Keen One and more...
-We seriously have the most delicious organic drinks and fixings, everything is available with regular or soy whipped cream, cinnamon, chocolate or caramel syrup, and a whole array of organic sweeteners from fairly-traded cane sugar to vegan agave nectar!!

***SWEAT HOLIDAY HOURS***
Open every day NOON to MIDNIGHT except:
*December 25 - noon to 6pm (we're heathens...)
*January 1st - 6pm to midnight (to nurse our hangovers)

Also, Saturday at Circa we've got another returning 305-er, special guest DJ CARMINE P. FILTHY (Even Further, NYC)!! Download his whole new mix for free right here: http://www.yousendit.com/transfer.php?action=download&ufid=FB22E14B7A5FFC36

Happy holidays!!

Cheers,
Lolo, Jsin + the Sweat crew


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UPCOMING LOCAL EVENT GOODNESS:

(If your event is not in here send one email to lolo [at] sweatrecordsmiami [dot] com with the flier image and all the info. It's that simple.)


THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20th THROUGH SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17th @ COLLINS PARK: SPIEGELWORLD descends upon Miami!! The "world's most beautiful traveling venue" will play host to their original show ABSINTHE (think a racier Cirque Du Soleil) and Gazillionaire's Late Nite Lounge, among other live music, performance, and dance events. Presented by The Raleigh Hotel. The Spigeltent is located at Collins Ave. and 21st St. Full schedule of events and info at www.spiegelworld.com

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ SWEAT RECORDS/CHURCHILL'S: It's the 2nd Annual SWEAT STOCKING STUFFER Holiday Get-Together!! In the shop: hot cocoa, baked goods, and tons of amazing, unique gifts for your friends and loved ones. Next door at Churchill's: live performances by RAFFA AND RAINER, JESSE JACKSON, NICK KRUGE and more!! We're also collecting art supplies for an art program launching next year at an orphanage in Colombia so please bring any new or gently-used creative materials to donate!! 8pm til whenever... 5505/5501 NE 2nd Ave.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ THE GLOBE CAFE: Quintessential Miami artist NIL LARA performs live!! 10pm. 377 Alhambra Blvd. Coral Gables. www.nillara.us

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ CRAZY 8s: If you're in the 954, check out the new weekly Friday party HEATER!! Sounds by Sean Weeks, The Commissioner, John Vincent (Circa Saturdays) Esoteric and guests, plus patio bar with pool tables, drink specials and more!! 18 and up, 21 to drink. 4 W. Las Olas Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale. myspace.com/heaterparty

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ STUDIO A: MOD'LONE, CALL IT RADAR, 21-TILL, THE SAVING, SAGA HIGH, and NIVED & HYDROPLANE perform live!! 69s, 70s and 80s dress-up strongly encouraged. Doors at 8.30, first band at 9pm. $10, 18+. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ CIRCA28: ELASTIC BOND celebrate the release of their new CD "Excursion" with a live performance, plus guest DJ CLEAVELAND JONES!! No cover, 21+. 2826 N Miami Ave. myspace.com/theelasticbond

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ PS14: LOOP presents XXXMAS with a set by DJ FUNK!! Plus residents Matt Cash and guests. 28 NE 14th St. www.ps14.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22nd @ CIRCA28: CIRCA SATURDAYS, one of Miami's best weekly dance parties with DJs Ray Milian, Johnnylove, Carlos Llanos and Jay spining all your favorite music to dance and chill to. This week we present special guest DJ CARMINE P. FILTHY (Even Further/NYC - download his latest mix here for FREE: http://www.yousendit.com/transfer.php?action=download&ufid=FB22E14B7A5FFC36)!! Doors at 10pm, 21+, 2826 N Miami Ave. www.myspace.com/circasaturdays

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22nd @ STUDIO A: HOLIDAZED! with THE WATERFORD LANDING, FAVELLA, LOVERS LIKE YOU, NEW GRENADES, MY COMPLEX ISLAND, LIFE OF SEALS and DJs Nosaj and James. Doors at 9pm, 18+, $10. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22nd @ CHURCHILL'S: It's the PLAID XMAS EDITION with live performances by HIM GENIUS, LEONARDO VALENCIA, THE ONLY RIGHT LEFT, HIGH YELLOW, VOMITORIUM, LAUNDRY ROOM SQUELCHERS, THE TUNES AND TONES, AEROMA CLOUD, SAGA HIGH, CALL IT RADAR, CHERRY IMPACT, MOD'LONE, NOVELTYPE, LE FANTOM, LUCIANO GUIDINI, PRETTY PLEASE and THE AUDIENTS!! $5 at the door or $3 if you wear plaid. 5501 NE 2nd Ave. www.churchillspub.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22nd @ THE WHITE ROOM: PopLife returns as a weekly in a new venue with resident DJs Matt Cash, Induce, Aramis, Plot and guests. This week: special guest DJ URSULA 1000!! Doors at 10pm, $10 cover. 1306 N Miami Ave. www.epoplife.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22nd @ PS14: Live performances by OTTO VON SCHIRACH + YARLEN + THE WITCH DOCTOR, ASTARI NIGHT, MAD MARTIGAN, FINESSE + RUNWAY, and STOMA with DJs Romulo Del Schematico and Lady Anime. 28 NE 14th St. www.ps14.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23rd @ CIRCA28: Edison Farrow presents the Grand Opening of SUGAR DADDY, every Sunday at Circa28!! 3 rooms, lounge, dance room, patio bar, tons of free street parking. DJ Gavin T spins funk, soul and dance hits for the boys. Doors at 9pm. 2826 N Miami Ave. www.sobesocialclub.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23rd @ PURDY LOUNGE: I Am Your Villain presents CHOCOLATE SUNDAYS with DJs Doormouse, Induce, Contra and rotating others spinning hip hop in the front, and Ray Milian and guests do it up indie/80s in the back. No cover, 21+. 1811 Purdy Ave. Miami Beach. www.myspace.com/iamyourvillain

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23rd @ THE RALEIGH: MOON OVER MIAMI - a monthly full moon celebration in The Oasis holds their "Holiday Spirit Party" featuring music by ELASTIC BOND, BUFFALO BROWN and DJ OMAR. Plus legalized absinthe and Vosges Haut Chocolate!! 9pm to 2am, $10. 1775 Collins Ave. www.raleighhotel.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23rd @ THE STANDARD: Every Sunday come out for LOVE LIFE with bingo, chillin' and music by DJs Induce and Matt Cash. 8pm, 40 Island Ave. Miami Beach. www.standardhotel.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 24th @ LAUNDRY BAR: Workmens Miami presents MIXTAPE MONDAYS with DJANE, DJ Lean Rocker and DJ Engineer spinning hip hop, funk and soul every Monday night. No cover, 721 Lincoln Ln. Miami Beach. www.laundrybarmiami.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 24th @ LOVEHATE: Check out The Lonely Hearts Club, hosted by Mr. Misery and The Colonel. Edwin Adams and Mr. Brown kick it ooold skool spinning jazz, blues, soul, hip hop and beyond. Doors at 9pm, 423 Washington Ave.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26th @ O'MALLEY'S: Audio Thrift Shop and Burnt Down House present "Christmas Rap" aka THE GET DOWN Grand Re-Opening!! Celebrate the return of Broward's only hip hop weekly with a gang of wild festivities including the MC Challenge Demo Match, the All Night Garage Sale, live Nintendo Grudge Matches, and performances by The Fresh Air Fund, Protoman, The Tape Apes, DJ Kems, DJ Unemployed and The Christmas Wrappin' Crew, and hosted by Lime Light - whew!! 9pm to 2am, 21+, FREE. Full info at myspace.com/getdownrightnow

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26th @ CHURCHILL'S: Check out Raffa and Rainer's weekly acoustic showcase - CAN YOU ROCK A LITTLE SOFTER? Each week check out local and national featured acts from 9.30 to midnight, with an hour of open mic before and after. It also deliciously coincides with Curry Night at Churchill's so come hungry!! Only $5 cover, doors at 8.30pm, curry 'til 10, music ends at 1. 18+ welcome. 5501 NE 2nd Ave. myspace.com/cyrals

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26th @ PS14: Every Wednesday I Am Your Villain presents FINGER LICK'N featuring DJs Hugo and Stravinsky, BBQ and special events. This week - check out a holiday RUMMAGE SALE with goods from local skaters, designers, DJs and more, plus the Veggie Villain's veggie BBQ!! Doors at 10pm. 28 NE 14th St.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26th @ JAZID: Check out GRAND GROOVE... Funk, hip-hop, soul and rare grooves provided by DJs Mr. Brown, DJANE, Sire Esq., Lumin, Kems and guests. No cover + weekly drink specials! 10pm to 3am, 1342 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26th @ BUCK15: Whocares preesnts Chelsea Social Club every Wednesday with DJs CONTRA and Jessica Who? 707 Lincoln Lane, Miami Beach.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27th @ CIRCA28: Wrap up 2007 with a year-end party featuring live performances by JUNC OPS and AFROBETA with DJs Mclees, Marcello, D-Lokx and Ransom, hosted by Heather Holiday. FREE!! 2826 N Miami Ave.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27th @ STUDIO A: Culture Productions presents CANDYLAND 12 - ALL AGES EDITION with Jackal and Hyde, Rabbit Vs. Madhatter, Seasunz and more. Tickets $20 in advance or $30 at the door. 9pm. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com/myspace.com/cultureparties

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27th @ ABRAXAS: Check out weekly party APT. 407 at Abraxas Lounge. Resident DJ Chris Mora (Off The Radar blog) and friends spin classics and soon-to-be-classics. No cover, 11pm to 5am, huge beer and wine selection, free weekly champagne toast for all in attendance at 1am. 407 Meridian Ave. www.myspace.com/apt407miami

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27th @ THE POORHOUSE: For a solid good time in the 954, check out ADD ADAPTER Thursdays at The Poorhouse. DJs Cabello, Mitzie and special guests spin mish mash and what nots... 10pm, no cover. 110 SW 3rd Ave. Downtown Ft. Lauderdale.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ STUDIO A: Sweat Records, PLUG and OurStage present the 2nd Miami PLUG Showcase featuring the final farewell performance from beloved MIA/NYC electro-booty-pop combo AVENUE D!! Plus a special live Miami Bass set from OTTO VON SCHIRACH, THE JACUZZI BOYS, JAYLYN COFFIN, musical emcee JOSE EL REY, and very special guest DJ ARTHUR BAKER (NYC)!! Doors at 10pm, 18+. 60 NE 11th St. Tickets $10 in advance available at Sweat Records or from www.studioamiami.com

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ VOODOO LOUNGE: Culture, OneSceneUnited and VooDoo Lounge present CANDYLAND 12 - South Florida's longest-running dance music event!! Featuring KRAFTY KUTS, JACKAL + HYDE, SPACEMEN, MERLYN, LEMON D, AK1200 and many more. Doors at 9pm, 21+, presale tickets available from www.wanttickets.com. 111 SW 2nd Ave. Ft. Lauderdale

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ CHURCHILL'S: Live performances by AL'S NOT WELL, BOY PROSTITUTE, MUSIC IS A WEAPON, AKA, SAGA HIGH, DEAD BEAT DAD, and DEAFCAYXXX!! Plus metal on the patio... 18+. 5501 NE 2nd Ave. www.churchillspub.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ STUDIO A: Spend New Year's Eve with THE SPAM ALLSTARS, ARTOFFICIAL and AWESOME NEW REPUBLIC!! Doors at 9pm, $15 in advance, $20 day of the show. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ THE BILTMORE: Ring in 2008 at the Biltmore Hotel with 2 sets of New Year's party tunes by OUTEREACH!! [Anyone who was at '80s Prom knows this band can rock a cover! -Lo] 9.30pm to 2am. Tickets are $75 and includes champagne toast, party favors and more. For reservations call 305.913.3206 and for more info email outereach@gmail.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT JACKIE GLEASON THEATER: Comedian LEWIS BLACK performs live!! Tickets $58.50-87.50 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 3rd: Don't miss SHARON JONES AND THE DAP-KINGS live with special opening guests the SPAM ALLSTARS!! Doors at 8pm, tickets $19.99 via Ticketmaster. 3045 N Federal Hwy. Ft. Lauderdale. www.cultureroom.net [I've seen Sharon Jones live twice and both times were PHENOMENAL, don't miss this!! -Lo]

TUESDAY, JANUARY 8th @ CULTURE ROOM: THE EDITORS live with HOT HOT HEAT and LOUIS XIV!! Doors at 7.30pm, tickets $19.99 via Ticketmaster. 3045 N Federal Hwy. Ft. Lauderdale. www.cultureroom.net

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16th @ BANK ATLANTIC CENTER: THE FOO FIGHTERS perform live!! With opening acts Jimmy Eat World and Against Me! Tickets $22.25-42.25 via Ticketmaster. 8pm. 2555 Panther Pkwy. Sunrise.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17th @ THE MIAMI ART MUSEUM: The third Thursdays of every month check out this JAM @ MAM - "happy hour with an artful twist" featuring art, music, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. 5-8.30pm, museum members free, non-members $10. 101 West Flagler St. miamiartmuseum.org

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH: The South Beach Comedy Festival presents KATT WILLIAMS live!! [Last time I saw him my abs hurt the next day from laughing so hard. -Lo] Tickets via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19th @ THE STANDARD: Join LegalArt in celebrating Native Seeds II grant winner CLIFTON CHILDREE and help create Native Seeds III by enjoying The Standard's world-famous BINGO, swimming, cocktails, raffle prizes, games, music and more!! 7pm to midnight, $10 admission. 40 Island Ave. Miami Beach. www.legalartmiami.com

SUNDAY, JANUARY 20th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT JACKIE GLEASON THEATER: MARILYN MANSON performs live!! Tickets $37.50-53.50 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH: The one and only WU-TANG CLAN live!! Tickets $38-63 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2nd @ REVOLUTION: WEEN perform live!! Doors at 8pm, 18+, tickets via Ticketmaster. 200 W Broward Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale. www.jointherevolution.net

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT JACKIE GLEASON THEATER: THE GO-GO's perform live!! Tickets $37.50-55.50 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

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5505 NE 2nd Ave.
Miami, FL 33137
12pm to 12am 7 days a week
Info: 305.758.5862 x5
www.sweatrecordsmiami.com

Stocking Stuffer 2 + Xmas Goodies!!

Dear Friends,

Art Basel was awesome but thank goodness it's over! Pink Candy Disko was great and GLASS CANDY were especially fantastic! We'll definitely be having them back down in the future.

Sweat is in full swing, open NOON TO MIDNIGHT EVERY DAY making espresso and selling records. Check our myspace for some pics!! Christmas is a week away - instead of fighting the crowded malls, come by Sweat for your holiday gift shopping!! We have a huge and truly unique selection of gifts for your culturally-savvy loved ones - books, movies, toys, boxed sets, music and more.

On that note, this week we're super pleased to announce the return of a section in the Sweat email that went away for a while - NEW RELEASES!! Anyone who's been by the store has seen how our inventory has greatly expanded. Scroll down to see a huge (but still only partial!!) list of the new goodies we've gotten in stock.

Onward!! This Friday night we're having a little get-together at the store - the 2nd Annual Sweat Stocking Stuffer!! We'll have hot chocolate and homemade baked goods, and next door you can catch live performances by RAFFA AND RAINER, JESSE JACKSON and more!! We're also collecting art supplies for an art program launching next year at an orphanage in Colombia so please bring an new or gently-used creative materials to donate. It's going to be good times with nice people, guaranteed.

Then next Friday the 28th we're hosting 2007's PLUG MIAMI!! The PLUG event we did last year was fantastic so you won't want to miss this... especially because it's also going to be beloved MIA/NYC electro-booty-pop combo AVENUE D's last show ever!! Tickets available right now at Sweat for $10 or at www.studioamiami.com so get 'em while they're hot.

Cheers,
Lolo, Jsin + the Sweat crew


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THE NEWNESS:

CD:
-Adult. - Why Bother?
-Aesop Rock - None Shall Pass
-Akron/Family - Love Is Simple (with free live DVD!)
-Animal Collective - Peacebone EP
-Band of Horses - Cease To Begin
-Bat For Lashes - Fur and Gold
-Battles - Tonto (single + DVD w/ Tonto and Atlas videos!)
-Black Lips - Good Bad Not Evil
-Boys Noize - Oi Oi Oi
-Bright Eyes - Motion Sickness: Live Recordings
-Vashti Bunyan - Singles and Demos 1964 to 1967
-Burial - Untrue
-Cassius - 15 Again
-Efterklang - Parades
-Fabriclive. 36: James Murphy and Pat Mahoney
-The Field - From Here We Go Sublime
-Fiery Furnaces - Window City
-Ghostface Killah - Big Doe Rehab
-Go! Team - Proof of Youth
-Gorillaz - D-sides (regular or Deluxe Edition with all kinds of bonus swag!)
-Francoise Hardy - (Parentheses...)
-PJ Harvey - White Chalk
-His Name Is Alive - Sweet Earth Flower
-The Hives - The Black and White Album
-Hot Chip - DJ-Kicks
-Jay-Z - American Gangster
-Kenna - Make Sure They See My Face
-Konono No.1 - Live at Couleur Cafe
-Kool Keith - Sex Style: The Unreleased Archive
-Jens Lekman - Night Falls Over Kortedala
-Les Savy Fav - Let's Stay Friends
-Liars - S/T
-M.I.A. - Kala
-Nine Inch Nails - Y34RZ3R0R3M1X3D (or, "Year Zero Remixed")
-Panda Bear - Person Pitch
-Pinback - Autumn of the Seraphs
-Bogdan Raczynski - Alright!
-Rilo Kiley - Under The Blacklight
-Ulrich Schnauss - Goodbye
-Sigur Ros - Hvart/Heim (2-disc set - one electric, one acoustic!)
-Michael Showalter - Sandwiches and Cats (new comedy from The State!)
-Siouxsie - Mantaray
-Stars - In Our Bedroom After The War (highly recommended!)
-Tokyo Police Club "Smith" EP
-Traveling Wilburys - S/T (the classic album finally rereleased and expanded!)
-Tunng - Comments of the Inner Chorus
-Rufus Wainwright - Rufus Does Judy at Carnegie Hall
-Kanye West - Graduation
-Wilco - Sky Blue Sky
-Yeasayer - All Hour Cymbals
-"Control" soundtrack (the Joy Division movie!)
-"I'm Not There" soundtrack (the Bob Dylan movie!)

LP:
-Wire - Pink Flag (180g reissue!)
-Sonic Youth - Daydream Nation (expanded vinyl box set!)
-Prefuse 73 - Preparations (comes w/ full-length CD!)
-Jay Dee - Deelicious 95-98 Originals, Remixes and Rarities
-Amy Winehouse - Back To Black
-Bjork - Volta (super lt ed special packaging!)
-Built To Spill - Keep It Like A Secret (2 pieces for maximum analog goodness!)
-M.I.A. - Boyz 12"
-The Horrors - Vent
-Simian Mobile Disco - Attack Decay Sustain Release
-The White Stripes - Icky Thump
-Animal Collective - Strawberry Jam (can't keep this in stock!)
-Ghostface Killah - Big Doe Rehab
-Holy Ghost - Hold On 12"
-Queens of the Stone Age - Era Vulgaris (awesome triple 10" set!!)
-Battles - B EP
-V/A - American Hardcore
-DJ Shadow - Preemptive Strike
-The Beatles - Abbey Road
-Pink Floyd - Dark Side of the Moon (virgin vinyl reissue!)
-Arcade Fire - Funeral AND Neon Bible
-Caribou - Andorra
-Dr. Dre - The Chronic
-Iron and Wine - The Shepherd's Dog
-lots of new USED LPs in too!!

BOX SETS: Radiohead (all 8 albums), Bjork's DVD collection, Massive Attack 11-disc singles collection, No Thanks! (70s punk), Left of the Dial (80s new wave/underground), The Brit Box (Britpop galore!!), Sufjan Stevens (xmas goodies), Nick Drake, Guitar Wolf, Blade Runner Limited Edition Collector's Case + MORE!!

Plus awesome hard-to-find books, DVDs, toys and more, gift it up at Sweat!!


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UPCOMING LOCAL EVENT GOODNESS:

(If your event is not in here send one email to lolo [at] sweatrecordsmiami [dot] com with the flier image and all the info. It's that simple.)


WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19th @ CHURCHILL'S: Check out Raffa and Rainer's weekly acoustic showcase - CAN YOU ROCK A LITTLE SOFTER? Each week check out local and national featured acts from 9.30 to midnight, with an hour of open mic before and after. It also deliciously coincides with Curry Night at Churchill's so come hungry!! Only $5 cover, doors at 8.30pm, curry 'til 10, music ends at 1. 18+ welcome. 5501 NE 2nd Ave. myspace.com/cyrals

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19th @ PS14: Every Wednesday I Am Your Villain presents FINGER LICK'N featuring DJs Hugo and Stravinsky, BBQ and special events. This week - check out a holiday RUMMAGE SALE with goods from local skaters, designers, DJs and more, plus the Veggie Villain's veggie BBQ!! Doors at 10pm. 28 NE 14th St.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19th @ JAZID: Check out GRAND GROOVE... Funk, hip-hop, soul and rare grooves provided by DJs Mr. Brown, DJANE, Sire Esq., Lumin, Kems and guests. No cover + weekly drink specials! 10pm to 3am, 1342 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19th @ BUCK15: Whocares preesnts Chelsea Social Club every Wednesday with DJs CONTRA and Jessica Who? 707 Lincoln Lane, Miami Beach.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20th THROUGH SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17th @ COLLINS PARK: SPIEGELWORLD descends upon Miami!! The "world's most beautiful traveling venue" will play host to their original show ABSINTHE (think a racier Cirque Du Soleil) and Gazillionaire's Late Nite Lounge, among other live music, performance, and dance events. Presented by The Raleigh Hotel. The Spigeltent is located at Collins Ave. and 21st St. Full schedule of events and info at www.spiegelworld.com

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20th @ ABRAXAS: Check out weekly party APT. 407 at Abraxas Lounge. Resident DJ Chris Mora (Off The Radar blog) and friends spin classics and soon-to-be-classics. No cover, 11pm to 5am, huge beer and wine selection, free weekly champagne toast for all in attendance at 1am. 407 Meridian Ave. www.myspace.com/apt407miami

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20th @ THE POORHOUSE: For a solid good time in the 954, check out ADD ADAPTER Thursdays at The Poorhouse. DJs Cabello, Mitzie and special guests spin mish mash and what nots... 10pm, no cover. 110 SW 3rd Ave. Downtown Ft. Lauderdale.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20th @ THE MIAMI ART MUSEUM: The third Thursdays of every month check out this JAM @ MAM - "happy hour with an artful twist" featuring art, music, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. 5-8.30pm, museum members free, non-members $10. 101 West Flagler St. miamiartmuseum.org

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20th @ PS14: BINARYSTAR MUSIC'S HOLIDAY BASH!! with Rayko/KRB, Jacob Groten and more. Doors at 9pm, 18+. 28 NE 14 St. www.ps14.com

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ SWEAT RECORDS/CHURCHILL'S: It's the 2nd Annual SWEAT STOCKING STUFFER Holiday Get-Together!! In the shop: hot cocoa, baked goods, and tons of amazing, unique gifts for your friends and loved ones. Next door at Churchill's: live performances by RAFFA AND RAINER, JESSE JACKSON and more!! We're also collecting art supplies for an art program launching next year at an orphanage in Colombia so please bring an new or gently-used creative materials to donate!! 8pm til whenever... 5505/5501 NE 2nd Ave.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ CRAZY 8s: If you're in the 954, check out the new weekly Friday party HEATER!! Sounds by Sean Weeks, The Commissioner, John Vincent (Circa Saturdays) Esoteric and guests, plus patio bar with pool tables, drink specials and more!! 18 and up, 21 to drink. 4 W. Las Olas Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale. myspace.com/heaterparty

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ STUDIO A: MOD'LONE, CALL IT RADAR, 21-TILL, THE SAVING, SAGA HIGH, and NIVED & HYDROPLANE perform live!! 69s, 70s and 80s dress-up strongly encouraged. Doors at 8.30, first band at 9pm. $10, 18+. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ CIRCA28: ELASTIC BOND celebrate the release of their new CD "Excursion" with a live performance, plus guest DJ CLEAVELAND JONES!! No cover, 21+. 2826 N Miami Ave. myspace.com/theelasticbond

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st @ PS14: LOOP presents XXXMAS with a set by DJ FUNK!! Plus residents Matt Cash and guests. 28 NE 14th St. www.ps14.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22nd @ CIRCA28: CIRCA SATURDAYS, one of Miami's best weekly dance parties with DJs Ray Milian, Johnnylove, Carlos Llanos and Jay spining all your favorite music to dance and chill to. This week we present special guest DJ CARMINE P. FILTHY (Even Further/NYC - download his latest mix here for FREE: http://www.yousendit.com/transfer.php?action=download&ufid=FB22E14B7A5FFC36)!! Doors at 10pm, 21+, 2826 N Miami Ave. www.myspace.com/circasaturdays

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22nd @ STUDIO A: HOLIDAZED! with THE WATERFORD LANDING, FAVELLA, LOVERS LIKE YOU, NEW GRENADES, MY COMPLEX ISLAND, LIFE OF SEALS and DJs Nosaj and James. Doors at 9pm, 18+, $10. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22nd @ CHURCHILL'S: It's the PLAID XMAS EDITION with live performances by HIM GENIUS, LEONARDO VALENCIA, THE ONLY RIGHT LEFT, HIGH YELLOW, VOMITORIUM, LAUNDRY ROOM SQUELCHERS, THE TUNES AND TONES, AEROMA CLOUD, SAGA HIGH, CALL IT RADAR, CHERRY IMPACT, MOD'LONE, NOVELTYPE, LE FANTOM, LUCIANO GUIDINI, PRETTY PLEASE and THE AUDIENTS!! $5 at the door or $3 if you wear plaid. 5501 NE 2nd Ave. www.churchillspub.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22nd @ THE WHITE ROOM: PopLife returns as a weekly in a new venue with resident DJs Matt Cash, Induce, Aramis, Plot and guests. This week: special guest DJ URSULA 1000!! Doors at 10pm, $10 cover. 1306 N Miami Ave. www.epoplife.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22nd @ PS14: Live performances by OTTO VON SCHIRACH + YARLEN + THE WITCH DOCTOR, ASTARI NIGHT, MAD MARTIGAN, FINESSE + RUNWAY, and STOMA with DJs Romulo Del Schematico and Lady Anime. 28 NE 14th St. www.ps14.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23rd @ CIRCA28: Edison Farrow presents the Grand Opening of SUGAR DADDY, every Sunday at Circa28!! 3 rooms, lounge, dance room, patio bar, tons of free street parking. DJ Gavin T spins funk, soul and dance hits for the boys. Doors at 9pm. 2826 N Miami Ave. www.sobesocialclub.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23rd @ PURDY LOUNGE: I Am Your Villain presents CHOCOLATE SUNDAYS with DJs Doormouse, Induce, Contra and rotating others spinning hip hop in the front, and Ray Milian and guests do it up indie/80s in the back. No cover, 21+. 1811 Purdy Ave. Miami Beach. www.myspace.com/iamyourvillain

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23rd @ THE RALEIGH: MOON OVER MIAMI - a monthly full moon celebration in The Oasis holds their "Holiday Spirit Party" featuring music by ELASTIC BOND, BUFFALO BROWN and DJ OMAR. Plus legalized absinthe and Vosges Haut Chocolate!! 9pm to 2am, $10. 1775 Collins Ave. www.raleighhotel.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23rd @ THE STANDARD: Every Sunday come out for LOVE LIFE with bingo, chillin' and music by DJs Induce and Matt Cash. 8pm, 40 Island Ave. Miami Beach. www.standardhotel.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 24th @ LAUNDRY BAR: Workmens Miami presents MIXTAPE MONDAYS with DJANE, DJ Lean Rocker and DJ Engineer spinning hip hop, funk and soul every Monday night. No cover, 721 Lincoln Ln. Miami Beach. www.laundrybarmiami.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 24th @ LOVEHATE: Check out The Lonely Hearts Club, hosted by Mr. Misery and The Colonel. Edwin Adams and Mr. Brown kick it ooold skool spinning jazz, blues, soul, hip hop and beyond. Doors at 9pm, 423 Washington Ave.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26th @ O'MALLEY'S: Audio Thrift Shop and Burnt Down House present "Christmas Rap" aka THE GET DOWN Grand Re-Opening!! Celebrate the return of Broward's only hip hop weekly with a gang of wild festivities including the MC Challenge Demo Match, the All Night Garage Sale, live Nintendo Grudge Matches, and performances by The Fresh Air Fund, Protoman, The Tape Apes, DJ Kems, DJ Unemployed and The Christmas Wrappin' Crew, and hosted by Lime Light - whew!! 9pm to 2am, 21+, FREE. Full info at myspace.com/getdownrightnow

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27th @ STUDIO A: Culture Productions presents CANDYLAND 12 - ALL AGES EDITION with Jackal and Hyde, Rabbit Vs. Madhatter, Seasunz and more. Tickets $20 in advance or $30 at the door. 9pm. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com/myspace.com/cultureparties

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ STUDIO A: Sweat Records, PLUG and OurStage present the 2nd Miami PLUG Showcase featuring the final farewell performance from beloved MIA/NYC electro-booty-pop combo AVENUE D!! Plus a special live Miami Bass set from OTTO VON SCHIRACH, THE JACUZZI BOYS, JAYLYN COFFIN, musical emcee JOSE EL REY, and very special guest DJ ARTHUR BAKER (NYC)!! Doors at 10pm, 18+. 60 NE 11th St. Tickets $10 in advance available at Sweat Records or from www.studioamiami.com

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ VOODOO LOUNGE: Culture, OneSceneUnited and VooDoo Lounge present CANDYLAND 12 - South Florida's longest-running dance music event!! Featuring KRAFTY KUTS, JACKAL + HYDE, SPACEMEN, MERLYN, LEMON D, AK1200 and many more. Doors at 9pm, 21+, presale tickets available from www.wanttickets.com. 111 SW 2nd Ave. Ft. Lauderdale

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ CHURCHILL'S: Live performances by AL'S NOT WELL, BOY PROSTITUTE, MUSIC IS A WEAPON, AKA, SAGA HIGH, DEAD BEAT DAD, and DEAFCAYXXX!! Plus metal on the patio... 18+. 5501 NE 2nd Ave. www.churchillspub.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ STUDIO A: Spend New Year's Eve with THE SPAM ALLSTARS, ARTOFFICIAL and AWESOME NEW REPUBLIC!! Doors at 9pm, $15 in advance, $20 day of the show. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ THE BILTMORE: Ring in 2008 at the Biltmore Hotel with 2 sets of New Year's party tunes by OUTEREACH!! [Anyone who was at '80s Prom knows this band can rock a cover! -Lo] 9.30pm to 2am. Tickets are $75 and includes champagne toast, party favors and more. For reservations call 305.913.3206 and for more info email outereach@gmail.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT JACKIE GLEASON THEATER: Comedian LEWIS BLACK performs live!! Tickets $58.50-87.50 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 3rd: Don't miss SHARON JONES AND THE DAP-KINGS live with special opening guests the SPAM ALLSTARS!! Doors at 8pm, tickets $19.99 via Ticketmaster. 3045 N Federal Hwy. Ft. Lauderdale. www.cultureroom.net [I've seen Sharon Jones live twice and both times were PHENOMENAL, don't miss this!! -Lo]

TUESDAY, JANUARY 8th @ CULTURE ROOM: THE EDITORS live with HOT HOT HEAT and LOUIS XIV!! Doors at 7.30pm, tickets $19.99 via Ticketmaster. 3045 N Federal Hwy. Ft. Lauderdale. www.cultureroom.net

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16th @ BANK ATLANTIC CENTER: THE FOO FIGHTERS perform live!! With opening acts Jimmy Eat World and Against Me! Tickets $22.25-42.25 via Ticketmaster. 8pm. 2555 Panther Pkwy. Sunrise.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH: The South Beach Comedy Festival presents KATT WILLIAMS live!! [Last time I saw him my abs hurt the next day from laughing so hard. -Lo] Tickets via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19th @ THE STANDARD: Join LegalArt in celebrating Native Seeds II grant winner CLIFTON CHILDREE and help create Native Seeds III by enjoying The Standard's world-famous BINGO, swimming, cocktails, raffle prizes, games, music and more!! 7pm to midnight, $10 admission. 40 Island Ave. Miami Beach. www.legalartmiami.com

SUNDAY, JANUARY 20th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT JACKIE GLEASON THEATER: MARILYN MANSON performs live!! Tickets $37.50-53.50 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH: The one and only WU-TANG CLAN live!! Tickets $38-63 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2nd @ REVOLUTION: WEEN perform live!! Doors at 8pm, 18+, tickets via Ticketmaster. 200 W Broward Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale. www.jointherevolution.net

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT JACKIE GLEASON THEATER: THE GO-GO's perform live!! Tickets $37.50-55.50 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

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Sweat Records
5505 NE 2nd Ave.
Miami, FL 33137
12pm to 12am 7 days a week
Info: 305.758.5862 x5
www.sweatrecordsmiami.com

IGGY, ART BASEL + PINK CANDY DISKO!!

Dear Friends,

First off: THANK YOU SO MUCH AND MIAMI LOVE to everyone who came out to help make our grand opening a huge success and a great party!! All the bands - RACHEL GOODRICH, THE JEANMARIE, THE JACUZZI BOYS and AFROBETA - were phenomenal so next time you get a chance to see either of them do it!! Thank you to everyone for being so rad and supportive - there were good vibes all around, cupcakes everywhere, and people even showed up wearing Sweat colors. Believe us when we say that things like that are what keeps us working hard to bring you the best record store/coffee house/cultural outpost that we can. We're getting tons of new music and merch in every day, and our drinks are delicious so stop by!!

THIS WEEK: ART... BASEL... MADNESS. There are so many art shows going on that we can't list them all here but there are plenty of resources available to find out all the low-down. However, we've listed most of the music-oriented events (including Moby, MSTRKRFT, and more) below. Check the bottom of the blog for a massive gallery of fliers!!

TONIGHT: IGGY AND THE STOOGES live for free on the beach on the sand off Collins between 21st and 22nd. Need we say more?

TOMORROW: Swindle Magazine presents "KNUCKLE SANDWICH" - a four-man show featuring DALEK, JIM HOUSER, ROCKY GRIMES and PUSH at Atrium (Collins and 19th). Free booze, hors d'oeuvres, and music by yours truly. Also Thursday, DAEDELUS live at the Upper East Side Garden!!

FRIDAY: The Sweat-curated "PINK CANDY DISKO" show Friday night at Studio A is definitely turning into one of the most talked-about, must-attend shows this Basel!! Witness first-time South Florida performances from ARIEL PINK (on Animal Collective's Paw Tracks label) live with a FULL BAND, and sexy Italo-freestyle duo GLASS CANDY (Italians Do It Better)!! Look 'em up online if ya haven't heard... Plus, local noisemakers DINO FELIPE (Schematic) and AWESOME NEW REPUBLIC (Honor Roll) open up, THE DEUCE CREW provides beats between sets, and the room will come alive with balloon installations and artist FEDERICO NESSI's custom video projections.

DON'T MISS THIS SHOW!! Tickets are only $15 with no service charges at Sweat Records, or you can get a ticket at the door the night of the show for $20.

Also, cheers to CIRCA28 who are celebrating their one-year anniversary this Friday with the Spam Allstars and others - here's to many more!!

Cheers,
Lolo, Jsin + the Sweat crew

P.S. Calling all local bands!! Register on OurStage.com to win an opening slot in Sweat Records' next major showcase - The Plug Miami/Avenue D Farewell Show on Friday, December 28th at Studio A!! It's a really cool site so if you're in a band or know someone who is spread the word and hit it up...


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UPCOMING LOCAL EVENT GOODNESS:

(If your event is not in here send one email to lolo [at] sweatrecordsmiami [dot] com with all the info. It's that simple.)


WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5th @ THE BEACH BETWEEN 21st + 22nd: The Show Management cordially invites you to the Opening Night Concert of Art Basel Miami Beach 2007 with a live concert performance by none other than IGGY AND THE STOOGES!! Concert starts at 10pm on the beach between 21st and 22nd, next to Art Positions. This is a public event and entry is FREE!! Don't miss it.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5th @ CHURCHILL'S: Check out Raffa and Rainer's weekly acoustic showcase - CAN YOU ROCK A LITTLE SOFTER? Each week check out local and national featured acts from 9.30 to midnight, with an hour of open mic before and after. It also deliciously coincides with Curry Night at Churchill's so come hungry!! Only $5 cover, doors at 8.30pm, curry 'til 10, music ends at 1. 18+ welcome. 5501 NE 2nd Ave. myspace.com/cyrals

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5th @ JAZID: Check out GRAND GROOVE... Funk, hip-hop, soul and rare grooves provided by DJs Mr. Brown, DJANE, Sire Esq., Lumin, Kems and guests. No cover + weekly drink specials! 10pm to 3am, 1342 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5th @ PS14: Every Wednesday I Am Your Villain presents FINGER LICK'N featuring DJs Hugo and Stravinsky, BBQ and special events. Doors at 10pm. 28 NE 14th St.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5th @ BUCK15: Whocares preesnts Chelsea Social Club every Wednesday with DJs CONTRA and Jessica Who? 707 Lincoln Lane, Miami Beach.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6th @ THE ATRIUM: Swindle Magazine presents "KNUCKLE SANDWICH" - a 4-man show featuring the art of DALEK, ROCKY GRIMES, JIM HOUSER and PUSH. Opening reception 7-9pm featuring custom live screen printing by Rocky Grimes (Faction), free hors d'oeuvres and drinks, and music by DJ Lolo (Sweat Records). 1931 Collins Ave. Show runs December 6-9th, call 305.695.0757 for info. www.swindlemagazine.com

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6th @ UPPER EAST SIDE GARDEN: Check out GENERATORS:ABMB with live performances by DAEDELUS and HIGH PLACES plus DJs Matt Cash and Plot!! $10 cover, $5 w/ flyer includes all-you-can-drink... 8pm to 12am. 7244 Biscayne Blvd. www.uppereastsidegarden.com

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6th @ ABRAXAS: Check out weekly party APT. 407 at Abraxas Lounge. Resident DJ Chris Mora (Off The Radar blog) and friends spin classics and soon-to-be-classics. No cover, 11pm to 5am, huge beer and wine selection, free champagne toast for all in attendance at 1am. 407 Meridian Ave. www.myspace.com/apt407miami

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6th @ THE POORHOUSE: For a solid good time in the 954, check out ADD ADAPTER Thursdays at The Poorhouse. DJs Cabello, Mitzie and special guests spin mish mash and what nots... 10pm, no cover. 110 SW 3rd Ave. Downtown Ft. Lauderdale.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7th @ STUDIO A: Sweat Records and FLM Presents bring you PINK CANDY DISKO - a fantastically amazing art basel concert/party event featuring live performances by ARIEL PINK (Paw Tracks/LA), GLASS CANDY (Italians Do It Better Records/PDX), DINO FELIPE (Schematic/MIA), and AWESOME NEW REPUBLIC (Honor Roll/MIA)!! Plus THE DEUCE CREW hold down the DJ booth all night and there will be custom video projections by FEDERICO NESSI. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door. 18+ welcome! 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7th @ PALM COURT: Gen Art invites you to the VANGUARD Exhibition and Official Party!! The exhibition, curated by Francesco LoCastro and entitled “No One Belongs Here More Than You”, features works from over 25 of the most widely recognized Urban Contemporary and Pop Surrealism artists from around the world. The exhibition runs from Wednesday, December 5th through Sunday, December 9th from noon to 8pm, but the grand opening party is Friday the 7th from 8pm to midnight and will feature interactive art installations, open bar and DJ Ray Milian!! Discounts to Gen Art members, $15 advance tickets or $20 cash at the door. 21+ only. 309 23rd St. just off Collins. Miami Beach. http://www.genart.org/art.htm

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7th @ CRAZY 8s: If you're in the 954, check out the new weekly Friday party HEATER!! Sounds by Sean Weeks, The Commissioner, John Vincent (Circa Saturdays) Esoteric and guests, plus patio bar with pool tables, drink specials and more!! 18 and up, 21 to drink. 4 W. Las Olas Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale. myspace.com/heaterparty

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7th @ PAWN SHOP: The Supper Club presents MUSIC LOVES FASHION with sets by MSTRKRFT, LA Riots, Johnny the Boy and DJ Yo-C. 1222 NE 2nd Ave. www.thepawnshoplounge.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8th @ CIRCA28: Early on check out "SENSORY OVERLOAD" presented by Circa28 and Thinking Media featuring artwork by Rick Delgado, Barron Claiborne, Stephanie Stalnaker and Jean-Louis Puechavy. Followed of course by CIRCA SATURDAYS with Ray Milian, Johnnylove, Carlos Llanos and Jay spining all your favorite music to dance and chill to. Doors at 10pm, 21+, 2826 N Miami Ave. www.myspace.com/circasaturdays

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8th @ STUDIO A: The Supper Club and Produkt presents MUSIC LOVES FASHION featuring DJ sets by MOBY and Princess Superstar and a live performance by HOLY GHOST (DFA)!! 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8th @ PS14: "Unbreak Basel 2007" This special Art Basel edition of the monthly Unbreak party will feature an eclectic mix of Miami's finest visual artists and musicians. Performers include Outereach, Cleaveland Jones, Afrobeta, The Jean Marie, Day Music Died, Addax, MayDay, LMS and PS14 owner Aramis Lorie. Artists include Alex Yanes, Ross Ford, SPEN, A.Regalado, Tanya Manfrediz, 53, NFRomero and Vitol. PS will be transformed into an indoor/outdoor gallery with live painting on the patio and two stages of music. Unbreak Basel welcome locals and art lovers from around the world to experience Miami's talent! Doors open at 8PM, $5 cover, 18+, 28 NE 14th St. www.myspace.com/unbreakmiami

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8th @ THE WHITE ROOM: PopLife returns as a weekly in a new venue with resident DJs Matt Cash, Induce, Aramis, Plot and guests. This week check out a live performance by VIOLENS. Doors at 10pm, $10 cover. 1306 N Miami Ave. www.epoplife.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9th @ PURDY LOUNGE: I Am Your Villain presents CHOCOLATE SUNDAYS with DJs Doormouse, Induce, Contra and rotating others spinning hip hop in the front, and Ray Milian and guests do it up indie/80s in the back. No cover, 21+. 1811 Purdy Ave. Miami Beach. www.myspace.com/iamyourvillain

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9th @ THE STANDARD: Every Sunday come out for LOVE LIFE with bingo, chillin' and music by DJs Induce and Matt Cash. 8pm, 40 Island Ave. Miami Beach. www.standardhotel.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 10th @ LAUNDRY BAR: Workmens Miami presents MIXTAPE MONDAYS with DJANE, DJ Lean Rocker and DJ Engineer spinning hip hop, funk and soul every Monday night. No cover, 721 Lincoln Ln. Miami Beach. www.laundrybarmiami.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 10th @ LOVEHATE: Check out The Lonely Hearts Club, hosted by Mr. Misery and The Colonel. Edwin Adams and Mr. Brown kick it ooold skool spinning jazz, blues, soul, hip hop and beyond. Doors at 9pm, 423 Washington Ave.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11th @ JAZID: Check out the hot weekly party THE ATTIC. Resident DJs Mike Deuce, Jonathan, and Ray Milian, plus rotating artwork and live installations, and free vodka 11-12. No cover, 11pm to 5am, 21+. 1342 Washington Ave. Miami Beach. www.myspace.com/theatticmiami

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11th @ AMENDMENT XXI: The one and only JESSE JACKSON performs weekly at Amendment XXI. It's free, so have some drinks and enjoy one of Miami's finest musicians. Jesse and crew start at 8pm. 190 NE 46th St. myspace.com/jessejackson

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11th @ CULTURE ROOM: [CANCELLED] DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN live with A Life Once Lost and Genghis Tron. Doors at 7.30pm, tickets $13 via Ticketmaster. 3045 N Federal Hwy. Ft. Lauderdale. www.cultureroom.net

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15th @ MIAMI PLANETARIUM: ROUNDHOUSE 2007 takes place with live music by KING BEE, AWESOME NEW REPUBLIC, and THE DOWN HOME SOUTHERNAIRES, with art by AS1 and Alex Yanes and DJ ROSS ONE!! Video installation by United Content Providers. Pre-sale tickets available for $20 and includes open bar. Doors at 8pm. 3280 S Miami Ave. www.roundhousemiami.com

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20th @ THE MIAMI ART MUSEUM: The third Thursdays of every month check out this JAM @ MAM - "happy hour with an artful twist" featuring art, music, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. 5-8.30pm, museum members free, non-members $10. 101 West Flagler St. miamiartmuseum.org

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th @ STUDIO A: Sweat Records presents the 2nd Miami PLUG Showcase featuring the final farewell performance from AVENUE D!! Plus, a special Miami Bass set from OTTO VON SCHIRACH!! Full details announced soon. 60 NE 11th St. www.studioamiami.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31st @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT JACKIE GLEASON THEATER: Comedian LEWIS BLACK performs live!! Tickets $58.50-87.50 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 3rd: Don't miss SHARON JONES AND THE DAP-KINGS live with special opening guests the SPAM ALLSTARS!! Doors at 8pm, tickets $19.99 via Ticketmaster. 3045 N Federal Hwy. Ft. Lauderdale. www.cultureroom.net [I've seen Sharon Jones live twice and both times were PHENOMENAL, don't miss this!! -Lo]

TUESDAY, JANUARY 8th @ CULTURE ROOM: THE EDITORS live with HOT HOT HEAT and LOUIS XIV!! Doors at 7.30pm, tickets $19.99 via Ticketmaster. 3045 N Federal Hwy. Ft. Lauderdale. www.cultureroom.net

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH: The South Beach Comedy Festival presents KATT WILLIAMS live!! [Last time I saw him my abs hurt the next day from laughing so hard. -Lo] 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19th @ THE STANDARD: Join LegalArt in celebrating Native Seeds II grant winner CLIFTON CHILDREE and help create Native Seeds III by enjoying The Standard's world-famous BINGO, swimming, cocktails, raffle prizes, games, music and more!! 7pm to midnight, $10 admission. 40 Island Ave. Miami Beach. www.legalartmiami.com

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25th @ FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH: The one and only WU-TANG CLAN live!! Tickets $38-63 via Ticketmaster. 1700 Washington Ave. Miami Beach.


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