Ten Music Organizations That Need Your Support on Give Miami Day
A roundup of music-related organizations to support on Give Miami Day.
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Ten Miami Book Fair 2017 Events for Music Lovers
A roundup of events at this year’s Miami Book Fair for music fans of all ages.
Ten Arts and Cultural Organizations to Support on Give Miami Day
A roundup of ten cultural organizations you can support on Give Miami Day.
At the Fontainebleau, Whitney Houston’s Fans Celebrated 25 Years of The Bodyguard
At the Fontainebleau this past Saturday, Whitney Houston superfans gathered alongside members of the late singer’s family and estate to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the release of The Bodyguard soundtrack. Rickey Minor, Houston’s longtime musical director and collaborator, hosted the festivities, which included a listening party…
RockFest 80’s Is Your Chance to Catch Three Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Bands in One Weekend
Catch three Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees at this weekend’s RockFest 80’s.
The Twin Sisters of Ibeyi Are Musical and Spiritual Guides for the Millennial Generation
Ibeyi’s spiritual music has gained popularity even as American appetites for religion are at an all-time low.
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Nu Deco Ensemble Is Miami’s Best-Kept Musical Secret
Nu Deco is a hybrid ensemble playing the works of Vivaldi alongside the music of Prince and David Bowie.
Against Me!’s Atom Willard on Tom Petty’s Influence and Laura Jane Grace’s Platform
Against Me!’s Atom Willard remembers Tom Petty and talks his bandmate Laura Jane Grace’s cultural influence.
III Points Steps Up Security After Las Vegas Shooting
III Points attendees and performers discuss their feelings about attending III Points after the Las Vegas massacre.
III Points 2017, Day Three: The xx, Poorgrrrl, Teklife, Jacques Greene, Bonobo, and Others
After a long and powerful three days of music, III Points came to a steamy close yesterday, with coheadliner the xx playing the hell out of the stage and closing with the hit “The Angels.” The tune, the fan reaction, and the three days of performance brought live music to a new level in Miami.
III Points 2017, Day Two: Nicolas Jaar, Mark Ronson, Willow Smith, and Others
Despite bouts of rain, III Points 2017 continued last night with a slew of pounding performances. Here’s what went down: Virgo 6:20 p.m. on the Mind Melt stage As the sun began setting behind the giant Mind Melt stage disco ball, alien water creature Virgo welcomed early stragglers with siren…
III Points 2017, Day One: Richie Hawtin, The Black Madonna, Madlib, and Others
III Points 2017 kicked off last night with throngs of fans crowding Mana Wynwood to catch the first night of a solid lineup. Gorillaz’ were the biggest draw (read our review here), but there were plenty of acts fully capable of keeping the crowd wowed. Kaitlin Aurelia Smith 7 p.m…
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Bruno Mars’ Music Is Derivative of Everything You’ve Heard Before, and That’s OK
Bruno Mars’ artistry is derivative of Michael Jackson’s music, the doo-wop genre, and James Brown’s performance style, but he’s harmless.
SZA Brought Her Ctrl Tour to the Ground at Space
SZA’s talent has outgrown the small stage at The Ground, but she’s still learning how to carry the quieter moments of a concert.
SunPress Vinyl Looks to Expand Its Operation With Equity Crowdfunding Campaign
SunPress Vinyl looks to crowdfunding for planned record plant expansion. Owner Dan Yashiv hopes to move all cutting and plating operations in house, in addition to the record pressing they already do. The Indiegogo campaign gives supporters the chance to earn equity in the company.
The Top Ten Badass Women You’ll Hear at III Points 2017
A roundup of the most badass female performers at III Points 2017, including Kali Uchis, Pumarosa, KING, Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith, Hundred Waters, Mr Twin Sister, Kelsey Lu, Virgo, The xx, and Holly Hunt.
On Your Feet! Lead Actress Christie Prades on Performing for Gloria Estefan and Lin-Manuel Miranda
Christie Prades plays Gloria Estefan in the US touring production of On Your Feet!
Gainesville, Florida, Mourns the Loss of Native Son Tom Petty
Tom Petty’s music and influence was inescapable in his hometown, Gainesville, Florida.
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SZA Brings Alt-R&B Back Into the Mainstream With CTRL
Her song “Love Galore,” featuring Travis Scott, is making a slow but steady climb up the Billboard charts after her video for the song “Drew Barrymore” generated interest online, and she’s already sold out most shows on her CTRL Tour, including her Miami stop at the Ground.
Venezuelan Musicians See a Second Chance to Pursue Musical Careers in the U.S.
Viniloversus, Jaialai, and other Venezuelan bands pursue musical careers in the U.S., as Los Amigos Invisibles did almost two decades ago.
Miami Rock Icon Charlie Pickett Teams Up With R.E.M.’s Peter Buck for Irma Charity Single
Charlie Pickett has released “What I Like About Miami” for Hurricane Irma relief efforts.
Meet the Man Behind the Hurricane Irma Song “Evaculation”
Donk Planet has embraced his 15 minutes of viral fame with the “Evaculation Song” and plans to give back to hurricane relief efforts.