Video may have killed the radio star, but now "The DJ" is on trial for attempted murder in many places across the country. The alleged victim - live music. Music created by humans, for humans, in real time, where there is eye contact, smiles, nods of appreciation, and bursts of clapping and dancing when that "feeling" just can't be contained any longer.
In recent years South Beach has been swamped with media exposure that would have you think that a Bentley, an entourage, a couple of tattoos and a lot of bling are mandatory in order to enjoy South Beach these days. If you stay close to the beach at one of the swank hotels on Collins Avenue and don't venture out, you may find yourself thinking the same. Although I am also a fan of the many big-ticket restaurants offering glitter and glam, this time I offer you a view from the other side.
Connie Francis immortalized Fort Lauderdale in 1960 with the release of "Where The Boys Are." Since then, this South Florida city has grown up and so have the boys. And a few own homes along Millionaire's Row in the Intracoastal Waterway.
Fort Lauderdale is no longer an "in" destination for kids on semester break. It's become a grown-up place where sophisticated adults gather to enjoy the great weather, outdoor activities and world-class dining and shopping.
When someone mentions the word "Miami,"a myriad of images ranging from art deco architecture to thong bikinis and Cuban cigars naturally come to mind. A visit to Miami will put the stereotypes to rest, allowing visitors to experience the real thing, which is just as colorful as it looks on T.V., and quite a bit more lively than one could imagine.