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Sweat Records Celebrates 20 Years of Music, Community, and Resilience

By Samuel Loetscher

Feb 27, 2025

Sweat Records, Miami’s beloved independent record store, is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

Pitbull performing on stage as part of Miami Bash on April 15, 2018

Pitbull's London Concert Reminds Internet He's Still Mr. Worldwide

By Jose D. Duran

Feb 24, 2025

In case you thought Pitbull's star power was fading, his sold-out show at London's O2 Arena proved otherwise.

Soundologia Records' Debut Anthology Spotlights Experimental Music From South Florida

By Liz Tracy

Feb 24, 2025

Soundologia Records founder Pedja Kovačević kicks things off with an ambitious three-volume anthology of experimental music.

South Beach Hot Spot Medium Cool Launches Record Label

By Caroline Val

Feb 24, 2025

Medium Cool Records is a natural extension of the South Beach lounge's musical identity.

8 Emerging Miami Rappers to Watch

By Osvaldo Espino

Feb 17, 2025

K Charles, PlayThatBoiZay, and Soulja Livin Tru are among the Miami rappers set to make waves this year.

After a False Start, Rozet Is Finally Able to Bare Their Soul

By Caroline Val

Feb 14, 2025

Rozet has already weathered more storms than most artists twice their age.

Mad Kelly Is a Sight for "Sore Eyes"

By Isabel Wilder

Feb 12, 2025

Musician and producer Mad Kelly is spreading the love on Valentine's Day.

Kodak Black performing onstage at the James L. Knight Center in Miami

What the Hell Is Going On With Kodak Black?

By Jose D. Duran

Feb 10, 2025

A video of the South Florida rapper eating chicken in the street has gone viral on social media.

Mimy and Tony Succar at the 2025 Grammy Awards

Mimy and Tony Succar Bask in the Afterglow of Their Grammy Win

By Osvaldo Espino

Feb 10, 2025

Mother-and-son duo Mimy and Tony Succar won the Grammy for "Best Tropical Latin Album" earlier this month.

Spam Allstars onstage at ZeyZey in miami

Spam Allstars Didn't Skip a Beat During Anniversary Show at ZeyZey

By Clayre Benzadon

Feb 4, 2025

At ZeyZey, the Spam Allstars proved they can still get people moving after three decades.

Closeup color photo of Kodak Black at night, showing off bling and grill

A Timeline of Kodak Black's Legal Troubles

By Anna Hopkins, Izzy Kapnick and Naomi Feinstein

Feb 3, 2025

A look back at Kodak Black's legal cases over the years.

Doechii on stage at the 2025 Grammy Award

Florida Acts Shine at the 2025 Grammys

By Jose D. Duran

Feb 3, 2025

Florida-based musicians Doechii, Muni Long, and Tony Succar took home trophies.

Maitejosune Urrechaga and Tony Kapel performing at the International Noise Conference

International Noise Conference Is a Ten-Day Celebration of DIY Music

By Liz Tracy

Jan 27, 2025

The local and international noise music community comes together to champion discordant sounds.

Strum Along: South Florida Folk Music Festival Quietly Returns

By David Rolland

Jan 13, 2025

South Florida Folk & Acoustic Music Festival serves as a three-day meeting point for local lovers of quiet music.

10 Miami Bands to Watch in 2025

By Catherine Toruño

Jan 9, 2025

A plethora of local bands are keeping Miami's music scene alive.

Emerging Producer Jaacobi Celebrates EP Release at Over Under

By Jose D. Duran

Jan 8, 2025

After growing up in suburban Boca Raton, Jaacobi finds his sounds in Miami's burgeoning electronic music scene.

Danny Daze Shares Rare 2003 Set From the Womb

By Grant Albert

Jan 7, 2025

In 2003, a young Danny Daze spun an electro set from the Womb's studio in South Beach.

Portrait of the members of Spam Allstars

Spam Allstars Celebrate 30 Years of Getting Everybody Moving

By David Rolland

Jan 6, 2025

For 30 years, the Spam Allstars have been championing a multilingual party vibe.

Rey "Conga" Diaz on stage in Miami in 2013

Rey "Conga" Diaz Brought Distinct Sabor to Miami Bands

By Abel Folgar

Jan 3, 2025

Rey "Conga" Diaz, who founded countless South Florida bands, including Suénalo, the Baboons, and Rudy, died on December 29.

Victoria Blue Literally Makes a Name for Herself

By David Rolland

Dec 27, 2024

Before she took on the stage name Victoria Blue, the Miami-based singer learned to love music at an early age.

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