It is true that Central Florida has earned its reputation over the years as a desolate cultural wasteland, a Disney World of the mind if you will. However, if you look closely you will definitely discover some diamonds in the rough. Yes, we're talking about such great events and venues as MegaCon, the Southeast's largest multimedia convention that features comic book, science fiction/fantasy, anime, gaming, toys and more; WrestleMania XXIV, the most successful and longest-running professional wrestling event in the world; the Classic Albums Live series at Hard Rock Live at Universal CityWalk; The Social, Orlando's premier independent live music venue; and the annual Freak Show Horror Film Festival, which showcases the best independent horror filmmakers from around the world.

Through our Live Events section, Alternative Reel offers no-holds-barred reviews of those concerts, events and festivals throughout Central Florida that you won't want to miss! And Live Events is completely interactive, so email us with information about upcoming events, send us videos and other promotional items if you want some free publicity and leave comments about the events we've already reviewed. Let's get ready to rumble!!!