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Elena Rose Will Kick Off First U.S. Tour in Miami

By Flor Franceschetti

Jul 29, 2025

Rose has written chart-topping hits for Becky G, Sebastián Yatra, Rauw Alejandro, CNCO, and Jennifer Lopez, among others.

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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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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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Remembering Bad Bunny's First Miami Concert

By Flor Franceschetti

Jul 21, 2025

Can’t make it to Benito's historic Puerto Rico residency? Relive his first headlining concert in the 305.

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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.

How Miami Cinematographer Mecky Creus Captured Karol G's Most Vulnerable Moments in New Documentary

By Ayi Santos

Jul 17, 2025

Tomorrow Was Beautiful is streaming now on Netflix.

Remembering Celia Cruz on the Anniversary of Her Death

By Flor Franceschetti

Jul 16, 2025

The "Queen of Salsa" is known for iconic songs such as "La Vida Es un Carnaval," "Que Le Den Candela," and "Quimbara."

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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.

Reggaeton Legend Opens Latin-Asian Fusion Spot in Wynwood

By Osvaldo Espino

Jun 4, 2025

Reggaeton star Zion opens a Latin-Asian fusion spot in Wynwood with bold flavors, art, music, and a nod to Puerto Rican roots.

Manuel Turizo Announces Intimate Show in Miami Later This Month

By Jose D. Duran

Jun 3, 2025

The show, presented by SiriusXM and Pandora, comes two months ahead of Turizo's headlining arena concert later this summer.

Ryan Castro Taps Shaggy, Rvssian, and Peso Pluma for New Reggae and Dancehall Album

By Osvaldo Espino

Jun 2, 2025

The Colombian artist's Sendé contains just one reggaeton track — a collaboration with SOG and Peso Pluma.

Rauw Alejandro Lit Up the Stage at Kaseya Center — Literally

By Osvaldo Espino

May 31, 2025

The buzz around his Cosa Nuestra World Tour has been massive, but does the show live up to the online hype?

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After a Debut-Era Latin Grammy Nomination, Where Does Darumas Go Next?

By Caroline Val

May 26, 2025

The trio is back with a deluxe version of its breakthrough debut album.

Argentine Rapper Duki Brought Mosh Pits and Mayhem to the Kaseya Center Saturday Night

By Osvaldo Espino

May 19, 2025

Among the many highlights was a guest appearance by collaborator Jhayco.

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Ximena Sariñana Will Bring Joy, Depth, and a Full Band to ZeyZey

By Yuval Ofir

May 8, 2025

ZeyZey's intimate provides an ideal backdrop for Sariñana's distinctive fusion of alternative pop, jazz, and Latin rhythms.

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Photos: Who Won O, Miami's Bad Bunny Lookalike Contest?

By Celia Almeida

Apr 28, 2025

Benito's clone won bragging rights and a one-year membership to El Car Wash.

Latin Music

Girl Ultra Makes Her Miami Live Debut

Andrés Cepeda Turns Silence Into Song

Latin Music

Girl Ultra Makes Her Miami Live Debut

Andrés Cepeda Turns Silence Into Song

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