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Video of the Week: Smoke or Fire (courtesy of Nation Underground.org) (Punknews.org)

chris@nospam.punknews.org (chris) — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 02:00:02 GMT

This week we have another clip from our bothers-in-arms over at National Underground which showcases Smoke or Fire . The video features the band performing the track "What Separates Us" at last year's Fest 6 in Gainesville, FL. The song comes from the band's most recent release, This Sinking Ship , released last year via Fat Wreck Chords .

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Anchor Arms: "Cold Blooded," "Modern Medicine" (Punknews.org)

aubin@nospam.punknews.org (aubin) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:03 GMT

Gainesville, FL-based Anchor Arms have posted two songs from their upcoming debut for Fail Safe Records. The record is titled Cold Blooded and is due out August 12, 2008 . The band will be supporting the record this fall at The Fest 7. You can check out the songs on their myspace page .

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'the mystery books' is a band from gainesville, fl (reader of depressing books)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:06:00 GMT

they recorded a song using words from this poem from you are a little bit happier than i am i made a music video, i'm not sure if i approve of this music video, i feel like i don't 'condone' it or something their myspace page is here and they have a split tape with chris clavin you can buy here or here , my favorite song by them is 'the best thing' i think

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Review: Less Than Jake - GNV FLA (Can You See the Sunset from the Southside?)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:26:24 GMT

In the 15 years that they have been playing together, Gainesville, Florida’s Less Than Jake have become a ska-punk institution. From indie to major and back, the band has tweaked but never really truly strayed from the signature LTJ sound. Sure, over the course of seven full-length albums and a zillion compilations and EP’s there were bound to be a few miscues, but (for the most part)...

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The Death of Common Sense (Some Have Hats)

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:38:39 GMT

Serving ourselves (and our children!) up on the altar of political correctness... ******* Citizens in Gainesville, Florida, are trying to repeal an ordinance that lets anyone reject their biological sex simply by stating that they "feel like" a member of...

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The Public Safety Issue That Isn't...Again [Pam's House Blend - Front Page] (The Liberal Blog Network)

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:00:00 GMT

* Sigh * -- From OneNewsNow 's Moral debate now a public safety issue : Citizens in Gainesville, Florida, are trying to repeal an ordinance that lets anyone reject their biological sex simply by stating that they "feel like" a member of the opposite sex. At least one citizen argues that introduces some serious safety concerns for the public. ...In fact, Davis' group has been collecting...

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Stream Less Than Jake's GNV FLA (Punknews.org)

ben@nospam.punknews.org (ben) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:00:02 GMT

Less Than Jake 's newest album GNV FLA hit store shelves today. Those who aren't sure if they want to shell out hard-earned money on the Gainesville, Florida band's 7th album can take it for a test run by heading here , where the album can be streamed in its entirety. Less Than Jake will be touring in support of GNV FLA throughout the United States this summer.

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Anchor Arms, Modern Crimes, 12 Summers Old (Punknews.org)

adam@nospam.punknews.org (adam) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:00:03 GMT

Gainesville, FL's punk band Anchor Arms will release their new full length on local label Fail Safe Records . You can check out music from the band's recent Milligrams EP on their MySpace page . Drummondville/Granby, Quebec's Modern Crimes has posted a new song titled "Life I Take." The track features Bo Thompson of Lone Wolf / Donnybrook / Snake Eyes and will appear on the band's upcoming self-titled...

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It's Official - Gainesville, Florida, United States (TravelPod.com Recent Updates)

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 14:31:12 GMT

Jump to the full entry & travel map Gainesville, Florida, United States Well, I finally told my boss that I am taking time off for my trip from Gainesville, Florida to Longmeadow, Massachusetts. My family and friends are so excited to finally see me for more than a few hours. I got to go home for Memorial Day weekend, but I was in my cousin Jill's wedding so...

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The Fest 7 To Go Down On Halloween Weekend (Late Night Wallflower)

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 20:50:54 GMT

The world’s greatest music festival, The Fest, has announced the dates for this year’s festivities, the seventh edition. On Halloween weekend, October 31st-November 2nd, Gainesville, FL will be the place to be. No lineup announcements yet but be sure to check back.

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The Fest 7 announced (Punknews.org)

aubin@nospam.punknews.org (aubin) — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 20:30:02 GMT

While the lineup is still forthcoming, the organizers have confirmed the dates for Florida's venerable Fest. The seventh edition will be taking place Halloween weekend from October 31st through November 2nd in Gainesville, Florida. Last year's edition included Naked Raygun, Planes Mistaken for Stars, The Methadones, Army of Ponch, Riverboat Gamblers, Radon, Avail, Dillinger Four,...

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Robbie Kneivel will attempt to jump over 500 spectators in Florida! (TheSpoof.com - Spoof News)

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:34:02 GMT

Gainesville, FL - Famed motorcyclist jumper, Robbie Knievel, is planning a historic jump this weekend at the 'Swamp' in Gainesville, Florida. Crowds are estimated to be around 65,000.

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Atlanta Hawks' Al Horford Spends His Offseason in a Classroom (Black Voices Blogs)

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Filed under: Casually Obsessed Black Voices Blogs : While most pro athletes are busy jetting to Caribbean islands with their ladies or families, Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford is banging away at that degree. The former University of Florida star headed back Gainesville, Florida, where he won... Read more

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Action Script Developer (GadBall.com)

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 10:53:38 GMT

Robert Half Technology is currently looking for an Action Script Developer. Experience with web development and design is a plus. Our client is located in the Gainesville, FL area but the future employee can also work in Atlanta as well. This company offers great benefits and a competitive bonus plan. The action script developer can receive up to 60K in salary depending on experience All applicants...

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University Of Florida Professor Designs Plasma-Propelled Flying Saucer (Space News From SpaceDaily.Com)

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 03:24:32 GMT

Gainesville FL (SPX) Jun 13, 2008 - Flying saucers may soon be more fact than mere science fiction. University of Florida mechanical and aerospace engineering associate professor Subrata Roy has submitted a patent application for a circular, spinning aircraft design reminiscent of the spaceships seen in countless Hollywood films.

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Sound Study Recordings Unveil “Live At The Atlantic” Series (Late Night Wallflower)

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 22:48:56 GMT

Young Livers at Lost and Found Bar - Brooklyn, NY - 10/12/07 - Photo by Bill Shouldis Gainesville, FL-based label Sound Study Recordings have posted a preview of their upcoming Live At The Atlantic 7-inch series. The inaugural 7-inch will feature Young Livers and Army Of Ponch. The series will focus on lineups that have played [...]

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Friends, Admirers Honor Bo Diddley at Funeral in Gainesville (Rock and Roll Daily)

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 15:36:44 GMT

Under a blazing sun, the life of rock pioneer Bo Diddley was celebrated with a four hour funeral in Gainesville, FL. While the music of Diddley was never far from the minds of the more than 500 people that were in attendance, the service celebrated Diddley as a member of the community, a figure who [...]

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Back at Uni - Gainesville, Florida, United States (TravelPod.com Recent Updates)

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 22:41:24 GMT

Jump to the full entry & travel map Gainesville, Florida, United States DATE: Friday, June 6, 2008 LOCATION: Gainesville Florida MILES TRAVELLED: Into Town approx 7 miles WHERE WE ARE STAYING: Payne Prairie State Park. WHAT IT COSTS AND INCLUDES: US$ 16.00 Very clean and includes electricity and water. DEISEL PRICE: US$ 4.69 WHAT WE SAW:. A woody the woodpecker, a snake,...

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Hot Water Music in Philly to include Loved Ones, Ann Beretta, Cloak/Dagger (Punknews.org)

aubin@nospam.punknews.org (aubin) — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:02 GMT

Gainesville, FL natives Hot Water Music have announced the lineup for their upcoming show at The Troc in Philadelphia on Friday, July 11th. The show precedes their gig in New York City on July 12th at Terminal 5 which will include Thursday and Paint It Black. The Philly show will include The Loved Ones , Ann Beretta and Cloak/Dagger . The group's last full-length was 2004's The New What Next...

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Just how hot is it? (Get The Picture)

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 20:22:20 GMT

A few days ago, in the comment thread to this post, “teamyzerman” had this to say about summer weather conditions in Columbus, Ohio versus those in Gainesville, Florida: August in Columbus is pretty much on par with September in Florida. I have spent a summer in Tampa and it is not much different in Columbus..maybe a [...]

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