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Humble Coffee Birthday Bash

August 29, 2016 by Joshua Lara

Humble Coffee celebrated their 2nd birthday on August 13th, 2016 with an awesome block party.  There was music, artisan vendors, food trucks, beer garden, and special Humble drinks. You had to be there!

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Filed Under: Featured, Photo Galleries

DJ Andy Gil

May 2, 2016 by Joshua Lara

We talked to DJ Andy Gil

 

Top 3 MC’s?

Pac, Quik, Luda,

Most influential DJ’s?

Hands down, Kid Capri. Complete Entertainer with the music and the mic. Blown away first time I saw him. “So That’s how it’s done” I said to myself…

What do you consider success?

I live by this quote:
Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. – Albert Schweitzer.
You may not be the most famous or highest paid at what you do but as long as you love it, happiness is richer than all that. Now If you can be happy, humble and throw in hard work, call success what ever the hell you want.

Would you rather headline Cochella or iheart radio festival?

Tough one. You know I am a radio guy at heart (no pun intended) and people appreciate the music at both. But, if you’re gonna make me choose, then Coachella all day (and night). IHeart is like any other concert in an arena and Coachella well is just that, Coachella. Just make it back in one piece is the key.

What did your parents think of you being a DJ?

You know, they were aways pretty supportive of it. The one thing they weren’t to supportive of was where I started getting into it a bit and that was in Tijuana, Mexico. Spent quite a bit of time down there….whew. Wanna go?

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Three albums that influenced you?

You may laugh at these but these 3 hit me in ways I’ll never forget:

2 Live Crew – As Nasty As They Wanna Be Besides the Miami Booty Bass sound having me like Whoa, my Mom made me take it back and get the clean version. Walked me into store to do it too. Influenced me to always respect my elders. But also influenced me not grow up to quick(didn’t happen).
Love Ya Mom! Wink!

Vanilla Ice – To The Extreme
This album taught me that this half white boy half New Mexican could make it in music somehow! Motivation can come in the strangest forms. Vanilla Ice Posse for Life #VIP. Ha!

Bell Biv Devoe – Poison (Album)
“Mentally Hip Hop Smoothed Out On The R&B Tip With A Pop Feel Appeal To It.” That describes who I am and what you get from me musically when I play. That album I could listen to over and over. “When will I see you smile again?” Is one of the greatest R&B tracks to not get more love. Oh and last about this album, “You can’t trust a big butt and smile!” C’Mon greatest advice ever till you see a big butt, I mean smile…

 

Which decade influenced you the most?

Love me some Earth Wind and Fire but by far late 80’s early 90’s. It’s just when it was my time growing up with music. But I will admit, great time in music to grow up too.

How long have you had a radio show?

I’ve been on the air for almost 14 yrs now. In fact my first live on-air shift was at Kiss 97.3 back in 2002. Spent two of the best years of my life living in Burque. Been a blessing to come back almost every weekend for the last two years to see the familia, old friends and the chance make new ones.

What has been the biggest roadblock in your success?

Wanting to do it all.

In order…Tacos,Pizza or Bacon?

This order is fine just as long as they all come with Green Chile.

Filed Under: Featured, Music

Puscifer presented by 104.1 The Edge

April 21, 2016 by Joshua Lara

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104.1 The Edge presents

Puscifer
featuring Maynard James Keenan of TOOL

Thursday, April 28th
Popejoy Hall

Tickets on sale:
http://www.unmtickets.com/component/content/article?id=171

Wanna win tickets? Sign up HERE for a chance to win!

Filed Under: Featured Tagged With: Maynard James Keenan, Puscifer, ticket giveaway

The Independence Day 2 Trailer Is Here

December 13, 2015 by Joshua Lara

Fox just pulled a sneaky one and revealed The Independence Day: Resurgence trailer! We don’t want to spoil it for you just in case you haven’t watched it. What are your thought, ABQ?

Filed Under: Around the web Tagged With: trailer

ABQ Will Be Having A December Parade For UFC Champ Holly Holm

December 1, 2015 by Joshua Lara

Mark your calendars, folks. A parade for Holly Holm is finally coming to town on December the 6th.

Filed Under: Around the web, Featured Tagged With: Holly Holm, Parade

Ronda Rousey vs Holly Holm Fight Highlights

November 15, 2015 by Joshua Lara

If you have not heard about the big match between Holly Holm and Ronda Rousey, check out the highlights here. It was definitely a historical match.

 

Filed Under: Around the web, Featured Tagged With: Holly Holm, Ronda Rousey, UFC

New Netflix US Releases For November 2015

November 2, 2015 by Joshua Lara

Netflix has released a schedule of what is to come in the month of November 2015 and we have it here just for you. October was definitely a stellar month and November may not live up to that. We will let you be the judge. If there is nothing you are really interested in, maybe you can catch up on all those shows you have in your queue.

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November 1st

  • Beethoven’s Christmas Adventure (2011)
  • Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce (Season 1)
  • Harbinger Down (2015)
  • Idris Elba: Mandela, My Dad and Me (2015)
  • Magic City Memoirs (2011)
  • Last Days in Vietnam (2014)
  • The Last Time You Had Fun (2014)
  • Pasion de Gavilanes (Seasons 1 & 2)
  • Robot Overlords (2015)
  • Seven Deadly Sins (Season 1)
  • Smithsonian Channel: The Day Kennedy Died (2013)
  • The SpongeBob Square Pants Movie (2004)
  • Thomas & Friends: The Christmas Engines (2014)
  • Twinsters (2015)
  • Worst Year of My Life, Again (Season 1)

November 2nd

  • Last Tango in Halifax (Season 3)

November 3rd

  • Do I Sound Gay? (2014)
  • Julius Jr. (Season 2)
  • The Midnight Swim (2014)

November 5th

  • Amapola (2014)
  • Amour Fou (2014)
  • The Runner (2015)

November 6th

  • Care Bears & Cousins (Season 1)
  • Master of None (Season 1)

November 7th

  • Leap Frog Letter Factory: Great Shape Mystery (2015)

November 12th

  • Anna Karenina (2012)

November 13th

  • Atención Atención (Season 1)
  • Call Me Lucky (2015)
  • John Mulaney: The Comeback Kid (2015)
  • With Bob and David (Season 1)
  • Young & Hungry (Season 2)

November 14th

  • Blue Caprice (2013)
  • Dior and I (2014)

November 15th

  • Continuum (Season 4)
  • Jessie (Season 4)
  • People, Places, Things (2015)
  • Soaked in Bleach (2015)
  • Tengo Ganas de Ti (2012)

November 16th

  • Cristela (Season 1)

November 18th

  • Black Butler (Season 3)
  • River (2015)

November 20th

  • Lego Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu (Season 3)
  • Marvel’s Jessica Jones (Season 1)
  • Sin Tetas No Hay Paraiso (2007)

November 23rd

  • The Red Road (Season 2)
  • Ultimate Spider-Man (Season 3)

November 24th

  • Liv and Maddie (Season 2)

November 25th

  • Gringolandia (Season 3)
  • Home (2014)
  • Switched at Birth (Season 4)

November 26th

  • Zipper (2015)

November 28th

  • A Perfect Man (2013)
  • Best of Enemies (2015)
  • The Best Offer (2013)

November 29th

  • Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films (2014)

Filed Under: Around the web, Featured Tagged With: around the web, articles, netflix

8 Hilarious Photoshops Of A Cow With Great Hair

October 21, 2015 by Joshua Lara

If you thought photoshop was just for making your cats look pretty, you are wrong. “Photoshopping” can be funny and we have the proof. Below is a picture of a cow with probably the best hair in the world. The rest is what people of the internet decided to do with said image.

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1. It’s not a phase, mom!

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2. Because you’re worth it.

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3. Just ask for the new Trump haircut.

MojUUSO

 

4. We get it, you surf.

fYDCKzF

 

5. The Emo cow?

emo-cow

 

6. It’s fun to moo and to pretend.

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7. I present to you, the newest member of One Direction.

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Filed Under: Around the web Tagged With: around the web, articles, photoshop

Gaze At The New Star Wars: The Force Awakens Trailer

October 19, 2015 by Joshua Lara

Lucasfilm and Disney have officially released the third trailer for Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The trailer made its debut during halftime on tonight’s Monday Night Football broadcast before being released online. Watch it here and let us know what you think below!

 

 

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Filed Under: Around the web Tagged With: around the web, star wars, trailer

10 Things Chef Marc Quiñones Loves About Nob Hill Bar & Grill

October 15, 2015 by Joshua Lara

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photo by Kori Kobayashi

1. The ambiance. From the moment you pull up and catch a glimpse of this restaurant the contemporary and modern design will appeal to you. With brick walls that give the place a metropolitan look and the giant fish tank hanging from the ceiling which adds a touch of originality, the decor is just flat out awesome. The retractable garage doors that separate the dining room from the patio are equally attention grabbing.

2. The bar. Wow… When you envision specialty hand-crafted cocktails and a jaw-dropping lineup of craft beers, this is the place your dreams will take you to. The new owner, Nicole Kapnison, has a passion for craft beer which is made evident by the impressive list of delicious beers she has put together. Whether it’s a super creative cocktail or a hard to find beer, you’re looking for, get down to the bar at Nob Hill Bar & Grill to find something different and exciting!

3. The new Owner: Nicole Kapnison. To be clear, Nob Hill Bar & Grill has always been a good place to drink and dine but with Nicole up to bat, the establishment as a whole has been elevated to a new level. From the aforementioned new beer and cocktail list to the new menu, one thing is very clear, this place has gone from a good place to eat to an absolutely fantastic restaurant & bar to see and be seen, any day of the week.

4. The Executive Chef: Philip Roybal. Having had the pleasure of watching this man whip up a few dishes on the line in his immaculate kitchen I can tell you, this guy can throw down! Chef Roybal cooks with flair and a passion that shines through every single dish. It doesn’t matter if he is cooking a signature entrée, or something as simple as a salad, his love and desire to please your taste buds is inspiring and can be tasted in every bite.

5. The ‘This Ain’t Yo Mama’s Meatloaf’. I’m just going to come right out and say it, this is my favorite thing on Chef Roybal’s menu without hesitation. In fact, this is arguably the very best Meatloaf I have ever had in my entire life! A really cool side note is that Chef Philip uses 100% New Mexico raised beef for this dish. As if that isn’t enough, he stuffs it with Mozzarella Cheese and wraps it in BACON! Applewood Smoked Bacon to be exact. Served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, fresh vegetables and a delicious Shallot Gravy this dish is the perfect meal anytime.

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“Aint yo Mama’s Meatloaf” photo by Kori Kobayashi

6. The service. Most would agree that the service at a restaurant can make or break the experience. Nob Hill Bar & Grill is the type of establishment which puts forth a highly commendable level of effort to ensure that each and every guest has the best service possible. From the second you walk into the restaurant you will encounter some of the best hospitality The Duke City has to offer. No request is too large at Nob Hill Bar & Grill. I thoroughly enjoyed the service and I am sure that you will too.

7. The freshness. Everything about this place has a bright fresh appeal to it and to me, quite frankly, that’s an exciting quality to encounter in a restaurant. It all sparkles, the walls, floors, and booths, it’s all so clean that you just want to sit there for as long as possible and soak it all in. That is a huge deal at eateries and it was very refreshing to see Nob Hill Bar & Grill at the top of the list of places I eat at that are extremely fresh and clean.

8. The support of local business. Whether it’s sourcing his vegetables, his meats or even baking his own breads, Executive Chef Philip Roybal goes to great lengths to ensure that your meal is as local as possible. It’s very important for Chefs to support their local farmers and butchers as much as they can because nothing builds a community better than when you support a local restaurant who supports their local farms. Practices such as this are what make a city as close knit as Albuquerque is.

9. ‘The Dirty Burger’. They tricked me into this one, and boy am I glad they did! I had just finished up sampling a bunch of Chef Roybal’s tasty cuisine when out walked Nicole with this HUGE beastly thing they call “The Dirty Burger” which consists of their own house blended beef patty, topped with Chile Con Queso, Chile, Frizzled Onions, Bacon, Beeronaise and Fried Egg! As full as I was I couldn’t help but take one giant bite out of it and that was when I tapped out! Juicy, full of flavor and flat out fun is what comes to mind when I think of this burger.

10. The overall presence, and contribution, in the city. I really feel like this place gets it right. From A to Z what Nicole Kapnison and Chef Philip Roybal are creating is a real winner. With the comfort of their guests at the forefront of their decision-making process, it’s no surprise to see them achieving as much success as they have. Nob Hill Bar & Grill brings a fresh, exciting and innovative approach to the Duke City dining scene and as a result, the entire industry benefits. Whether it’s going in for a quick bite to eat for lunch, going in for a fantastic alcoholic beverage or sitting down for an extended dinner, you are sure to have a great experience from beginning to end. I know I did. Hats off to a job well done.


 

Check out the video below to see Chef Marc Quiñones in action at Nob Hill Bar & Grill!

Filed Under: Around the web, Bon Appétit Tagged With: Bon Appétit, Chef Marc Quiñones, food, Nob Hill, Nob Hill Bar and Grill

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