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From the Early Stars of Reggaeton to Miami Kingpins, Filmmaker Jokes Yanes Spotlights Untold Stories

By Liana Martell

Aug 6, 2025

Many of the figures he's profiled are now household names.

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Sainte Vie Channels His Grief in Upcoming Album Pablo

By Grant Albert

Aug 5, 2025

Miami resident and Mexico City native DJ, producer, and label head, poured his heart into his upcoming album.

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Finding His Voice: How Andrés Cepeda Turned Nostalgia and Silence Into Song

By Monica Mendoza

Aug 1, 2025

In this exclusive with New Times, Cepeda reflects on grief and how singing became his path when words wouldn’t come.

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Miami's Poet Laureate Wins $50,000 Award to Fund Her Project With O, Miami

By David Rolland

Jul 31, 2025

Caridad Moro-Gronlier was selected as one of the Academy of American Poets' 2025 Poet Laureate Fellows.

Queer Caribbean Artist Jevon Brown Takes His Talents to Oolite Arts' Residency Program

By Valenti Govantes

Jul 31, 2025

Brown's textile-forward work touches on themes of Black, Caribbean, and queer identity.

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Ape Drums Reinvents His Solo Career

By Osvaldo Espino

Jul 30, 2025

The producer, known for his work with Major Lazer, will be performing at Jolene Sound Room this Friday.

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“Love Pa’ Ti No Hay”: Fer Ariza and Nacho Drop a Tropical Breakup Anthem for the Summer

By Monica Mendoza

Jul 25, 2025

The artists open up about their collaboration, immigrant identity, and how Miami’s chaos inspires their music.

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Zion Marley Headlines July Edition of Soulpower

By David Rolland

Jul 24, 2025

This month's edition of the event is all about reggae, happening this weekend at Magic 13 Brewery.

What to Expect at Miami's First Asian Café Opening This Fall

By Olee Fowler

Jul 24, 2025

From black sesame rolls to milk tea, here's what to expect at Miami's first authentic Asian café and bakery opening this fall.

Context of a Generation Cultivates the Next Generation of South Florida Artists

By Sarah Perkel

Jul 24, 2025

The nonprofit, cofounded by two Goulds sisters, mentors local poets and musicians.

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Goyo and the Roar of a Modern Black Panther

By Monica Mendoza

Jul 23, 2025

From Chocó to London, through the cultural heat of Miami, the Afro-Latina artist delivers a sonic manifesto of identity.

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Guayacán Orquesta Brings the Pacific Salsa Heat to Miami

By Monica Mendoza

Jul 21, 2025

The group behind "Oiga, Mire, Vea," talks origins, legacy, and South Florida show.

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Reintroducing J Balvin, Latin Superstar and Family Man

By Osvaldo Espino

Jul 18, 2025

The Colombian singer talks fatherhood, new music, and a collaboration with Gilberto Santa Rosa.

Art of Go-Go Culture Fest Brings D.C. Music to Miami

By David Rolland

Jul 16, 2025

The concert is the central part of the 17th Annual Miami Takeover, and it will happen at the Miami Beach Bandshell.

Juke Just Wants Your Soul

By Flor Franceschetti

Jul 16, 2025

Juke drops raw live album, We Just Want Your Soul, and celebrates with a release show at Gramps.

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Albert Hype and Dillon Francis Launch Latin Music’s First Major Pop-Punk Project

By Osvaldo Espino

Jul 15, 2025

Sorry My Love blends Latin and emo energy in a genre-bending, Miami-rooted collaboration.

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Yeri Mua: Taking Over Social Media and Reggaeton Mexa

By Osvaldo Espino

Jul 15, 2025

TikTok’s top Mexican artist released her debut album. Here’s what she shared with New Times during her Miami visit.

Sheila E. Dances to Her Own Beat — and a Grammy

By Monica Mendoza

Jul 14, 2025

The Queen of percussion talks salsa, Miami, healing through music, and the legacy she’s building for the next generation.

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Patria y Vida: A Cry Born in Miami Hits the Big Screen

By Monica Mendoza

Jul 11, 2025

Director Beatriz Luengo and musician Yotuel share the story behind the 2021 movement that became a Cuban freedom anthem.

Lasagna Rules at 3190 in Coconut Grove

By Rachel Costa

Jul 11, 2025

Chef Giulio Rossi's lasagna for his ballerina daughter is now the only dish served at 3190, a cozy new spot in Coconut Grove.

Interviews

From the Gold Coast to the Global Stage: Don Dali Sets Miami on Fire

Girl Ultra Makes Her Miami Live Debut

Interviews

From the Gold Coast to the Global Stage: Don Dali Sets Miami on Fire

Girl Ultra Makes Her Miami Live Debut

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