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6 ITB® Crowd To Celebrate End of Season 9 Cover Model 14 Art & Entertainment 20 Business Spotlight: Hunter’s Beach Bar 24 Do You Know Where Your Favorite Bartender is? 33 Karaoke 37 Chef Of The Month 41 Live and Loud Spotlight 43 Drink Recipes Of The Month 44 Classifieds 46 Discounts about the cover Model Zaida Location: Dive Bar Photographer: Carey Suissa PUBLISHER Carey Suissa EDITOR Rachel Galvin Contributing writer Starlet Anne SPORTS writer Allen Levin GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Eduardo Passere and Fabio Passere InTheBiz® Magazine is printed on recycled paper. We currently print and circulate to hundreds of bars, restaurants, hotels, nightclubs and various other retail locations across South Florida. InTheBiz® Magazine is also available to read online at www.itbnation.com. InTheBiz® Magazine, the Tri-County’s only magazine dedicated to the service industry, is published during the first week of each month by PGE. Submissions of manuscripts, photos and artwork are encouraged. PGE accepts no responsibility for lost, misdirected or damaged mail. InTheBiz® is a registered Trademark of Party Girl Enterprises. Copyright 2012 by PGE. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Views expressed herein are those of the author exclusively.

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End of Season By Starlet Anne Contributing Writer

It’s the end of the season and that means there will be much celebration at the largest hospitality industry party! The biggest In The Biz® party is back and better than ever! In The Biz Magazine® will once again be hosting their infamous ITB® End of Season Bash at Bahia Cabana in Fort Lauderdale, and this year’s event is extra special since it is the 10th Anniversary Celebration. From Sunday, June 2 through Tuesday, June 4th, hospitality employees and guests are invited to the biggest party of the year! The event will have plenty of overflowing drink specials, food, vendors, giveaways and, of course, the ever popular bikini and belly flop contests and much more. The party kicks off on Sunday, June 2nd at 6 pm with Bahia Cabana All Star Band, plus no cover and 40 percent off the entire check all night for hospitality employees. On Monday, June 3rd, for only $20 you will get a t-shirt, for the first 1,000 people, free drinks at all the hospitality tents from Noon to 3 pm, a free BBQ buffet at 5 pm, live music from DJ-JAYR and DJ-REFLEX, a $1,000 belly flop contest sponsored by Stolichnaya and the popular bikini contest, sponsored by Flora De Cana Rum and the winner takes home $1,500. There will be plenty more activities and fun on Tuesday, June 4th. Once again, for only $20, you will get free drinks at the hospitality tents from Noon to 3 pm, a free BBQ buffet at 7 pm, a frozen t-shirt contest, sponsored by Malibu Rum and winner takes $500, a $1,000 Sailor Jerry bikini contest, and a world class flair bartending competition, hosted by Barflair.com and sponsored by Absolute and Midori with the winner taking home the grand prize of $1,000. Many vendors will also be showcasing their products on Monday and Tuesday. The event is a great opportunity for hundreds of hospitality workers to mingle with other ITB® members and vendors, have fun with their co-workers and sample food, beer and many liquor products. Vendors will be providing free samples of the latest beer and liquor products, in addition to body painting and many unique giveaways from local businesses and, of course, many prizes from In 6 • ITB • May 2013

The Biz® Magazine. Those working in the hospitality industry are treated to discounted suites courtesy of Bahia Cabana. “The event continues to grow each year, and everyone enjoys the event,” said Richard Stassen, Director of Food and Beverage for Bahia Cabana, adding, “It’s all people working In The Biz®; and it has expanded beyond the local businesses to the whole state of Florida and nearby states.” The end of season bash was started over 30 years ago by a group of local restaurant and bar owners and originally held in Islamorada. While there is still a hospitality event in Islamorada, the Fort Lauderdale businesses wanted to host a local party here as well. Besides the fun, the bash also provides the perfect atmosphere for networking among hospitality workers. “It’s all about networking in a causal atmosphere and having a little fun after working so hard during the season. People come here and try the different products and relax,” said Stassen. In The Biz® Magazine invites everyone in the industry to come out to this year’s bash and says the end of season bash will continue for many years to come. Also join us on Monday, June 10th for the annual Bahia Cabana Golf Classic at Inverrary Golf Course. Bahia Cabana is located at 3001 Harbor Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. To reserve your room for this event, please call (954) 524-1555; you must mention that you are booking for the End of Season Bash as the resort is closed to the public for these 3 days. www.InTheBizMagazine.com

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COVER MODEL

Zaida What is your name? Zaida. (yes, it’s my real given name), after my beautiful mother.

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Where do you work? For practical, monetary purposes, I work at an amazing law firm. But in reality, I work for myself. Every weekend you will find me at a bar singing/ entertaining my heart out. And on my days off, you will either find me reading comic books or on my balcony with a glass of wine and my guitar composing my, hopefully, next hit!

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Where are you from originally? Miami, Florida, born and raised, Cuban descent. What do you do? I’m a singer/songwriter and writer. I have two CDs “Train Ride” and “Little Box of Secrets”. I’m also in the process of publishing my first murder, mystery novel, THE LAST NOTE. You can visit my website www.zaidamusic.com for all the juicy details on my music, novel, and anything else that tickles your fancy. How long have you been performing? My professional musical career began when I

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was 18 years old. I was signed to an independent music label. I was going to school at night, and I had a full time job. I started combining my own original poetry with some basic guitar melodies. That was the result of my debut album, “Train Ride” which was released in 2000. What do you like best about the hospitality industry? The hospitality of course!

Tell us about your band: My band’s name is PUSH. We are a five piece band. David on drums, Alex on lead guitar, Jayme on bass guitar, and Travis on rhythm guitar. I’m the Lead Vocalist. I have been told that I bring a fun, sexy rock edge and captivate the audience with my “vocal flair and alluring stage presence.” What kind of music do you play: PUSH has an extensive playlist of covers (Elvis to Pink) and we also perform my original material. Hearing one of my songs come to life is orgasmic. It’s more than just listening to the songs; it’s breathing in the words.

What nights are you playing: Every weekend, Friday through Sunday. You can visit my websites for dates and details. Where do you play? Central Florida, South Florida, The Keys, and the DIVE BAR in the Fort Lauderdale area. THE DIVE BAR is one of my favorite venues to perform at. It’s the one place where my original music is requested, where the people really enjoy your talent, and where you are accepted with open arms. You will find us there once a month. What would you like to see InTheBiz® Magazine implement? Maybe featuring independent artists more frequently would ROCK! You want to stalk me? Here’s your chance: www.zaidamusic.com www.twitter.com/ zaidamusic www.pushbandrocks.com www. facebook.com/pushbandrocks You can hear and see Zaida and Push at The Dive Bar, 3233 N Ocean Blvd Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 (954) 565-9264

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Art & Entertainment

By Starlet Anne Contributing Writer

he month of May is sure to be a festive time with plenty of parties and events planned in South Florida.

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One of the biggest party holidays of the year, Cinco de Mayo, will kick off the festive month. Cinco de Mayo is the perfect reason to go out with friends and In The Biz® co-workers to celebrate with some margaritas. Downtown Fort Lauderdale will host their annual Cinco de Mayo party on 2nd Street. Attendees will enjoy plenty of drinks, Mexican food and dancing. On the holiday weekend, many of the beach bars will also be having plenty of drink specials, including discounted margaritas, tacos, and tequila. On Sunday, May 5th, Hunters Beach Bar in Fort Lauderdale will be hosting their huge street party for Cinco de Mayo. Be sure to check out this party and many more! The 13th annual Holiday Beach Bash (formerly Bartenders Bash) will be held at the Postcard Inn on Islamorada May 12-14th with a beach full of vendors offering samplings of their newest and best libations. The 2nd annual Bar Lympics will offer attendees a chance to win prizes and bragging rights as they compete in volleyball, beer pong, and many other team games. The annual bash is for hospitality employees and their guests and promises to be better than years past. This year’s event will be hosted by Nina from the Y100’s Mack with Nina & Nick show and Doc Reno from Big 105-9 will be broadcasting his show LIVE from The Hospitality Beach Bash! For reservations, please call 800-327-7070 or 305-6642321. The resort is closed to the public so you must say you are reserving for the Hospitality Beach Bash!! Celebrate Memorial Day weekend at

the City of Fort Lauderdale’s 4th Annual Great American Beach Party on Saturday, May 25 from 10 am to 10 pm on Fort Lauderdale Beach at A1A and Las Olas Boulevard. The event features a portion of Fort Lauderdale’s world famous A1A which will be transformed into an entertainment mecca, featuring music, live performances, and activities for the entire family. Two stages will feature live bands performing classic oldies and rock n’ roll hits, including such acts as Riverside Dixieland Band, Across the Universe and headliners Boogie Knights. The event will also feature a classic car show with vintage automobiles along A1A, giving beach-goers an up close look at more than 50 hot rods and muscle cars. An art show will include displays from several Fort Lauderdale artists including up and coming chalk artists. The event is free. For more information, visit www.fortlauderdale.gov. Burger lovers will soon be satisfying their taste buds at the 4th annual Riverwalk Burger Battle™ on Friday, May 31 at Huizenga Plaza, 32 East Las Olas Blvd, from 7 to 10 pm. This event promises to pit sixteen top burger restaurants against one another as they show off their grilling skills to over 1,000 guests along the New River. The event will bring together burger aficionados for an evening of gourmet burger creations, cocktails, beers and fun, while raising funds to support the Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale’s mission of building and nurturing a vibrant community connected by the New River. General Admission is $40 and the VIP Experience is $125. You can purchase tickets at https://www.blacktie-southflorida. com. On June 4th the Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce will host their annual Taste the Flavors of North Broward event. The annual Fine Food & Wine Fest is an evening full of tastiness as over 25 of the best restaurants gather for an evening of fun at the Hillsboro Club. Complete with auctions, delicious drinks and musical fun, this year’s event is sure to tickle your taste buds! The event will take place on June 4 from 6-9 p.m. VIP hour will be 5:30-6:30 pm at the beautiful Hillsboro Club, 901 Hillswww.InTheBizMagazine.com

boro Mile, Hillsboro Beach, off SR A1A on the northern edge of Pompano Beach. This annual fundraiser for the Greater Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce brings out several hundred locals to try some of the area’s best restaurants. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Dynamos of Pompano Beach, a non-profit organization which provides recreational programs for persons with disabilities. Tickets for this event are $60 each or four for $200 (Save $40!). Tickets at the door will be $70 each. VIP Tickets are $85 each or four for $300 (Save $60!). VIP tickets are not available at the door. For more information, please call the Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce at 954-941-2940 or visit www.pompanobeachchamber.com. If you would like to donate a door prize or be a sponsor please call Lisa Spinelli at 954-941-2940 or at lspinelli@pompanobeachchamber.com. Music lovers will have much to look forward to in May. On Friday, May 10 at 7 pm, country fans will be singing along to the tunes of Tim McGraw, Brantley Gilbert & Love at the Cruzan Amphitheatre in West Palm. Also on May 10, Crosby Stills & Nash will be playing your favorites songs at the Hard Rock Live, they will offer a second show on May 11, both shows begin at 8 p.m. On Saturday, May 18, Third Day and Colton Dixon will be performing at Cruzan Amphitheatre. Culture Room in Fort Lauderdale will host Collie Buddz on

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May 11, Attack Attack on May 19, The Hush Sound on May 22 and Filter on May 26. The BB&T Center will host the second Golden Boy Boxing Series event on June 1 at 7 pm. The event will include a special guest appearance by Tommy “The Hitman” Hearns. Hearns was the first boxer in history to win world titles in four divisions. Want to get out of the heat and into a nice cool theater in May? There will be many films to choose from, including big blockbuster hits, action flicks and laugh out loud comedies. Star Trek Into Darkness focuses on the crew of the Starship Enterprise returning home after an act of terrorism within its own organization destroys most of Starfleet and what it repre-

sents, leaving Earth in a state of crisis. With a personal score to settle, Captain James T. Kirk leads his people on a mission to capture a oneman weapon of mass destruction, thereby propelling all of them into an epic game of life and death. In The Great Gatsby, Nick Carraway, a Midwesterner now living on Long Island, finds himself fascinated by the mysterious past and lavish lifestyle of his neighbor, Jay Gatsby. He is drawn into Gatsby’s circle, becoming a witness to obsession and tragedy. Your favorite wolf pack is back in The Hangover Part III. While driving Alan to a treatment facility, Doug, Stu, Phil and Alan are set upon by a gang. The gang leader informs them that Leslie Chow escaped from prison and stole $21 million from him. Ordering them to track Leslie down, Doug is kidnapped as insurance. They find Leslie in Tijuana, who leads the guys back to Las Vegas. Whatever you decide to do this month, enjoy!!!

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Business Spotlight

Everyone has a good time at

Hunter’s Beach Bar By Starlet Anne Contributing Writer

t Hunters Beach Bar, you can let your hair down and rock out to one of many local bands, just minutes from Fort Lauderdale beach. For over a year, Hunters Beach Bar has provided a perfect hangout for locals and visitors. The quaint bar, located behind Dirty Blondes, has a beach bar feel and offers plenty of drink specials, live music and fun themed events. “The atmosphere is down to earth. Everyone just wants to have a good time. The bar is crazy, and the owner makes it unique because he is the ‘MILF Hunter’,” said Angela Freund, manager and bookkeeper at Hunters Beach Bar. Hunters has the coldest beer and hottest bartenders, according to their Facebook page. Become their Friend on Facebook to find out about their upcoming events and drink specials! 20 • ITB • May 2013

Overflowing drinks and good prices also draw many regulars and new bar goers to Hunters. They have some of the cheapest drinks and shots in town. You can’t beat $2 PBRs all day, every day! Plus, come in any time for their In The Biz® specials. “We have $2 PBR’s all the time, and the bartenders make their own specialty drinks. We carry a lot of flavor vodka so they come up with new mixes all the time. We also have In The Biz® pricing which is a dollar cheaper,” said Angela. Also known for live music, you can come to Hunters any night of the week to rock out and dance to a popular local band. They have a wide variety of music, with live bands Friday through Monday, and locals frequent the bar for Karaoke night on Thursdays. Music lovers will be pleased with their heavy rock bands and a variety of talented entertainers that perform on a weekly basis. “The bar has all kinds of music, like rock

bands and country bands. We are starting reggae on the first Sunday of each month. Also, we have a solo on Fridays. Our customers also enjoy hanging out with friends and playing the jukebox, darts or our golf game. During the week, we even have the BBQ going with something new every day for sale,” added Angela. If you like to dress in costume, Hunters is the place to be! Hunters Beach Bar has many theme parties for their customers. They have hosted packed 80s nights and many more events. Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 5th, which will be their huge sheet party for Cinco De Mayo. Hunter’s Beach Bar is located at 235 Almond Ave, Fort Lauderdale. For more information, call 954-467-9166. www.InTheBizMagazine.com

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Turn 3 Sports Bar • 23032 Sandalfoot Plaza - Boca Raton • 561-483-1964

DaVito’s Italian Restaurant • 19635 State Rd. 7 - Boca Raotn • 561-482-2323

Dive Bar • 3233 N. Ocean Blvd. Fort Lauderdale • 954-565-9264

Muddy Waters • 2237 W. Hillsborough Blvd • 954-428-6577

Packy’s • 11379 W. Palmetto Park Road • 954-657-8423

My Buddy’s Place • 830 S Dixie Highway, Hollywood • 954-668-0166

New Moon Bar • 2440 Wilton Drive Wilton Manors • 954-563-7660

Blue Jay Lounge • 301 SW 15 Ave, Pompano Beach • 954-941-4616

Play By Play • 440 S. Cypress Road Pompano Beach • 954-946-7908

Bills Filling Station • 2209 Wilton Drive. Wilton Manors • 954567-5978

Da Big Kahuna • 17 S. Federal Highway, 3rd floor at Beach Place • 954-530-4867

Cheers • 941 E. Cypress Creek Road Oakland Park • 954-771-6337

J’s Bar • 2780 Davie Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale • 954-581-8400

Sports Den at Manor Lanes • 1517 Northeast 26th St. Wilton Manors • 954-566-7457

Trotter Inn • 2471 E. Commercial Blvd. Fort Lauderdale • 954-788-4801

Flip Flops Dockside Eatery • 3051 NE 32nd Ave. Fort Lauderdale • 954-567-1672

Wiley Street Pub • 1819 Wiley St. - Hollywood • 954-921-9459

Marsha’s Pub • 358 South State Road 7 - Margate • 954-969-9779

Studio Karaoke Club • 1801 Collins Ave, Miami, FL • 305-695-1770

Sandbar Fort Lauderdale • 900 Sunrise Lane, Fort Lauderdale • 954-990-7578

Green Room • 100 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL • 954-727-0950

Village Well • 1023 SE 17th St. Fort Lauderdale • 954-524-2531

Gerri’s Sports Pub • 6500 W. Atlantic Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL • 954-972-6266

Singers Karaoke • 3521 NW Eighth Ave. Pompano Beach • 954785-1945

MUGSHOTS BAR & GRILL OF MARGATE • 1049 N. STATE RD 7, Margate • 954-974-4420

Smarty Pants • 2400 E. Oakland Park Blvd. Fort Lauderdale • 954561-1724

Slackers Bar & Grill • 995 State Road 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL • 954-530-4758

Murphy’s Law Irish Pub • Hard Rock Hard Rock • 954-791-4782 Goal Line Sports Bar • 6969 Taft Street, Hollywood • 954-399-8156 JD’s Bar & Lounge • 10311 W Sample Rd Coral Springs 954-7523227 Hunters Beach Bar • 235 Almond Ave - Fort Lauderdale • 954-467-9166 The Oasis Pub • 3224 W Commercial Blvd. - Tamarac • Red Dog Cantina • 3134 NE 9th Street - Fort Lauderdale • 954-4404382

Automatic Slims South Beach • 1216 Washington Ave, Miami, FL • 305-672-2220 7 Seas Bar • 2200 SW 57 Ave, Miami, FL • 305-266-6071

Atlantique Cafe • 777 E Atlantic Avenue Suite c-8, Delray Beach • 561-272-1170

All Shows are subject to change, Please contact the location for times and dates. To list your location please email Karaoke@itbnation.com

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Chef of the Month Chef Steve LaCroix

Executive Chef and General Manager at

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Mr. Bistro

very dish that Steven LaCroix creates is not only mouth watering but a culinary masterpiece. At Mr. Bistro, each item on the menu is unlike any other ever tasted thanks to Steven’s culinary expertise. For lunch or dinner, customers can order their favorite bar food but all with a twist, like the whiskey yam fries with jalapeno ketchup, duck fat fries tossed in parmesan cheese and truffle oil, roasted brussel sprouts, triple cream cheese and bacon, or the Bistro flat bread with mission figs, gorgonzola cheese, caramelized onions and balsamic glaze. If you want to try something new, Steven has a long list of his original and unique entrée dishes, such as the roasted chicken with gnocchi mac and cheese and truffle oil, the balsamic Roasted beet salad, with goat cheese

barbeque pork, roasted vegetables and goat cheese mashed potatoes, and the famous chicken pot pie. Everything is homemade and fresh. They even make their own bacon and have free samples on Mondays! Sweet tooth lovers will also be pleased with one of many desserts, including the apple pie, NY style cheese cake, peek-a-boo chocolate cake and many more. Plus, you can pair all these exquisite meals with a large selection of craft ales. Mr. Bistro has 27 different craft beers, ales, stouts and more to choose from. “The concept is based on eclectic comfort food, paired up with craft beers and wines,” said Steven LaCroix. “There are mostly just chain restaurants around here. We wanted to start a local hangout for residents.” Steven has over 30 years experience in the industry. The culinary bug bit at a young age. When he got out of the navy, he decided to pursue his love of working in the kitchen

by studying at the world renowned Cordon Bleu Culinary School in Paris, France. Then, he worked on yachts and has owned and operated many restaurants. In addition to being the Executive Chef and General Manager at Mr. Bistro, he also owns his own restaurant consulting firm, called The Lacroix Group. “I have traveled all over the world and experimented with cuisines from different countries and I use those techniques in my cooking,” said Steven. “It’s gratifying to see when customers taste the food and enjoy it. It makes me happy.” Stop in Mr. Bistro for lunch or dinner and enjoy one of Chef Steven’s many unique masterpieces! Mr. Bistro is located at 4933 N. University Drive Lauderhill, FL 33351. For more information, call 954-617-3388 or visit www.mrbistro.com. Monday thru Thursday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Friday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday 4 p.m. -10 p.m.

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SPORTS

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Miami Heat Advance to East Semi-Finals; Ready for Deep Run By Allen Levin Sports Editor

InTheBiz® at Capones

or the third consecutive year, the Miami Heat have breezed past the first round of the playoffs and advanced into the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals. However, they are just getting started as they look to repeat as NBA Champions. After blanking the eighth-seeded Milwaukee Bucks in the team’s opening round series, 4-0, the Heat notched their first sweep in the Big Three era and await the winner of BrooklynChicago for their second round opponent as of the writing of this article. Miami didn’t even play its best ball against Milwaukee, but still managed to have doubledigit wins in all four contests. Superstar Dwyane Wade was hobbled by a bone bruise on his knee, and missed Game 4, but the Heat’s depth allowed them to cruise past the inferior Bucks.

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Now, the Heat begin to get into real competition, with either the Nets or Bulls (the Bulls hold a 3-2 lead as of the writing of this article) posing much more competition than the Bucks. Still, the Heat seem to be in unstoppable mode, with an unwavering goal of winning a second consecutive title. As of the writing of this article, the Heat have 41 of their past 43 games since February 3. They have also won 12 in a row dating back to the regular season. It’s the team’s depth, maturity and championship habits that have made them such a formidable contender. However, its Miami’s poise and chemistry that have made them lethal as of late. LeBron James continues to have his out-ofthis-world season, while Wade and Chris Bosh are having the most efficient seasons of their respective careers. Meanwhile, the Heat’s role players, such as Ray Allen, Shane Battier, Chris Andersen and Norris Cole continue to step it up

and provide that additional firepower past the Big Three. As long as the Heat remain healthy, they appear to be on cruise control to reaching their third consecutive NBA Finals. And if they continue to play as well as they have recently, there is likely going to be another championship trophy hoisted in Miami.

Miami Dolphins Successful Draft Builds Excitement for 2013

n extremely successful free agency period that saw the signings of star receiver Mike Wallace, linebackers Dannell Ellerbe and Phillip Wheeler, gave the Miami Dolphins something to look forward to in 2013. Then, the Dolphins draft class gave an already bolstered roster an even bigger boost and increased excitement heading into the

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new season. Miami followed its free agent additions with arguably one of its most productive drafts in recent memory. The Dolphins traded up in the first round to get the third overall pick in the draft, selecting defensive end Dion Jordan from Oregon. The Dolphins will use Jordan as a pass rusher opposite of Pro Bowler Cameron Wake in hopes of having one of the best sacking tandems in the NFL. In the second round, Miami drafted cornerback Jamar Taylor from Boise State to fill the void left by Sean Smith departing in free agency. Taylor was regarded as one of the best corners in the draft and has the possibility of making an immediate impact on the team. The Dolphins shored up other needs in third round, taking Tennessee tackle Dallas Thomas with the 15th pick and Utah State cornerback Will Davis with the 31st pick. The Fins were in need of a tackle after losing

former first overall pick Jake Long in the offseason to the St. Louis Rams. The fourth round saw the Dolphins select outside linebacker Jelani Jenkins from the University of Florida and tightend Dion Sims from Michigan State. Miami rounded the draft off with two more Gators in the fifth round, running back Mike Gillislee and kicker Caleb Sturgis. Finally, they picked up safety Don Jones from Arkansas State in the seventh round. Overall, the Dolphins addressed many of their needs through the draft and got a lot quicker, faster and stronger. They are much deeper and improved team after a busy offseason of free agent signings and draft picks. With a vastly improved offense from free agency and an enhanced defense from their draft picks, the Dolphins seem poised for an exciting 2013 campaign that might include their first trip to the playoffs since 2008. Either way, Dol-Fans have plenty to be excited about. May 2013 • ITB • 39

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J Jock D

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J Jock D (Chris Walton, born in Cincinnati Ohio, raised in New York City) is a West Palm Beach, Florida based Miami Bass/Hip-Hop rapper, producer, and scratch DJ, who earned fame as one of the chief creative forces behind Cut It Up Def Records in the late 1980’s and early 1990’s. After winning a DJ contest at a local club called Fun House, which was run by Frank Garcia, Jock was approached by a local rapper named Jonski who was angered as he expected his DJ, Jealous J, to win. After the two men talked it over, Jock went from being an enemy of this camp to a being a new recruit. Jonski, Jealous J, rapper Aaron G, and another producer/ rapper named Gemini had just begun work as the creative staff for a new record label named Cut it Up Def Records run out of Bob “Scorpio” Smith’s TV Satellite company. With Jealous and Jock, Scorpio realized he had two exceptionally talented producers and DJ’s on his hands, so he capitalized by having them produce a DJ battle track in 1989 entitled DJ Wars. Shortly after, Jealous J left the label to sign with Heatwave Records, making Jock D the lone producer for Cut it Up Def (assisting Jealous at Heatwave on occasions such as the Digital DJ’s compilation). Following the release of the Cut it Up Def Bass Jams compilation in 1991, the relationship between Cut it Up Def and Pandisc soured, creating tension between all involved.

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This tension resulted in Jock signing briefly with Pandisc directly. 1993 was the year that things seemed bleak for the old guard of Miami Bass as the “booty” element had become dominant. Jock felt it was time to redeem himself by producing music he thought of as “higher quality”, shifting his focus to a more New York based Hip-Hop sound. This resulted in his move to NYC in 1994 with The Whiz Kids and their group Rotten Apples. Clinging to early 1990’s style HipHop seemed to be a dated concept as Crunk and new school R&B dominated the Hip-Hop community, so Jock re-evaluated. Jealous J (now Jim Jonsin) and Kooley C re-invented themselves as larger than life producers of these genres, producing everything from Pretty Rickey to Pitbull and Jamie Foxx. Jock D did not want to follow this path.

He never fully addressed the growing legacy of Cut it Up Def, Cha-os, and Miami Bass overall globally with younger generations. Making himself available to fans online, he discovered many consider him a legend at this point, often cited as one of the top five Miami Bass producers to date. As for now Jock D has relaunched Cut It Up Def Records and with the help from Dream House Studios and partner Alex Weir, they have rewritten Hip Hop history with a new documentary film project, “The Bass that Ate Miami.” The story of how today’s Pop music roots first started in Miami by the Ghetto DJ’s as Bass Music and Hip Hop took over mainstream culture. While 2 Live Crew rose to worldwide fame under the guidance of Luther Campbell, Miami Bass hit Atlanta and became the “Dirty South”

then died leaving hundreds of rap artists, scratch DJ’s and producers in its shadow. Against the backdrop of Florida’s drug lands, “The Bass that Ate Miami” Rap Music project is the first documentary film to bring the legends of True Bass to the big screen. See where pop culture’s true roots began in Miami with Bass music the genre that still moves music industry. Look out for the re-mastering and re-release of “Cut It Up Def Miami Bass Jams” album, available on ITunes, CD, and double vinyl LP. The Return Of Ghetto Bass” by Jock-D, new song coming soon (Miami bass) and Jocks alter ego King Jocamoe has 2 new songs ready for release this summer “The Baddest” feat. Boogie Waters and “Rhyme Animal” www.cutitupdef.org www.facebbook.com/cutitupdef May 2013 • ITB • 41

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Drink Recipes of the month Negroni 1 1/2 oz sweet vermouth 1 1/2 oz Campari 1 1/2 oz gin Orange slice or twist for garnish Pour the ingredients into an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes. Stir well. Garnish with the orange slice.

Absolut Brooklyn Ginger 1 1/2 parts Absolut Brooklyn vodka 2 parts ginger ale 1 squeeze of lime

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Pour over ice in a highball glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.

Island Breeze 1 part Hiram Walker Peach Schnapps 1 1/2 parts Malibu Coconut 1 part Pineapple Juice 1/2 part Cranberry Juice Shake with ice and serve over fresh ice in a tall glass.

Peach Lemon Drop Shot ½ part ABSOLUT® Mandrin Vodka ½ part Hiram Walker® Peach Schnapps 1 squeeze Fresh Lemon Juice Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously. Strain into a chilled shot glass.

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