Eyes on Miami: Pusha T, Kygo, Steve Aoki, and Others

It’s not easy having eyes all over the scene, being around to take in all the wild visuals at all the worthwhile places in the city. There are, however, those parties and gallery openings where a fortunate photographer can point and shoot. Every week, in collaboration with WorldRedEye, New Times brings you a solid recap of all the recent experiences you might have missed around Miami. It’s impossible to be everywhere, but hey, we can try to keep our Eyes on Miami.

February 1

Kygo Hosts Myles Shear’s Birthday at Komodo: Myles Shear, also known as “Manager Myles,” celebrated his 25th birthday at Komodo. He is perhaps best known for managing EDM artist Kygo, who hosted the party.

Market America Shop.com’s 2018 World Conference and 25th Anniversary Celebration: “Converting Spending Into Earning” was the predominant message that Market America Shop.com delivered to approximately 25,000 eager entrepreneurs at its 2018 World Conference and 25th Anniversary Celebration at American Airlines Arena. This year’s event showed the latest developments in Market America Shop.com’s high-tech, high-touch approach to retailing and ecommerce.

Feeding the Foodgod at Komodo: Jonathan Cheban, also known as Foodgod, designed a new dessert for Miami hotspot Komodo. The “Foodgod Baked Alaska Surprise” is officially on the menu, with a disclaimer that the dessert will flood your Instagram feed.

February 2

Steve Aoki and Elvis Crespo at Story: Steve Aoki and Elvis Crespo threw down their new hit titled “Azukita” on Friday night at Story. Partygoers went wild as the duo took over the stage and got the beats bumpin’.

February 3

ArtCenter/South Florida Hosts Draw at Miami Design District: Draw brought in ArtCenter/South Florida artists, art patrons, and members of the community for a one night only live drawing session in the upscale Miami Design District. Attendees drew models wearing the latest collection by fashion sponsor Z&L Europe. The evening featured music by DJ LeSpam, art activation by street artist Ahol Sniffs Glue, hors d’oeuvres, and cocktails.

Pusha T at Story Saturdays: Rapper Pusha T pushed things to the limit on Saturday night at Story when the rapper preformed his rhymes from the hit song “Mercy.”

February 6

Faena Rose Hosts Fashion Designer Esteban Cortazar and Vogue Mexico and Latin America Creative Director Kelly Talamas for Exclusive Conversation and Dinner: Referred to by Vogue as “the most uninhibited designer showing in Paris,” Esteban Cortazar is celebrated for his signature style, which he confidently articulates through slick, sculptural lines tempered by ease, grace, and flow. The Colombian-born, Miami-raised fashion designer joined Faena Rose members for a conversation moderated by Kelly Talamas, creative director of Vogue Mexico & Latin America, on his myriad influences and storied career.

Favela Beach at Wall: The party people of Wall took their Tuesday night to another level as the lounge hosted its weekly Favela Beach party. DJ Ruen took over the decks to keep the Tuesday night party vibes alive.