Features reporter at the Baltimore Sun. Previously at the Miami New Times. His byline has also appeared in Miami magazine and the Orlando Sentinel.

The Black Keys, a rock band thriving in a world of pop 5/16/2012
Ohio blues duo reaches new heights while staying true to its gritty sound Hailing from Ohio, the garage-rock duo really lives on the road, winning over growing crowds and new fans the old fashioned way.

Review: Rusko at Rams Head Live May 14 5/15/2012
It wasn't until nearly midnight when the Hollywood sign-like letters flashed on in the darkness to spell out Rusko.

Animal Collective's new album, 'Centipede Hz,' due in September 5/14/2012
Check out the teaser video announcing the 11-song tracklist. And stream two new songs that won't make the album.

Could it be magic? Barry Manilow to play 1st Mariner Arena 5/11/2012
Tickets go on sale next Saturday.

Does this remind you of Seacrets? 5/11/2012
Midnight Sun alum Sam Sessa and I were both unfamiliar with Caribbean Secrets, the defendant in the trademark infringement lawsuit filed by Ocean City's Seacrets.