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Denzel Curry took the fight out of the ring to entertain fans during Red Bull Zeltron World Wide. See more photos from Zeltron World Wide here.

Zeltron World Wide With Denzel Curry and J.I.D Reinvigorates the Live Rap Format in Miami

By James Biagiotti

Mar 1, 2020

Red Bull Zeltron World Wide featured exactly what one would hope for from a rap battle between Denzel Curry and J.I.D, with lyrical acrobatics on full display by both artists.

Chaundre Hall-Broomfield (left), Rubén J. Carbajal, Bryson Bruce, and Austin Scott in Hamilton.

Is the Miami Hamilton Worth the Hamil-Hype?

By Laine Doss

Feb 21, 2020

"Hamilton," the hip-hop musical based on the story of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, finally takes Miami.

June Raven Romero plays a 1930s undercover reporter in Miami Motel Stories: North Beach.

Miami Motel Stories: North Beach Is an Immersive Break From the Theatrical Mold

By Artburst Miami

Feb 13, 2020

The Juggerknot Theater Company's latest production is a great addition to its canon of immersive plays delving into Miami's history.

Deana Butler-Rahming (left), Vlad Dorson, Paulette Dozier, Don Seward, and Asher Makeba sing the haunting “Black and Blue” in the M Ensemble’s Ain’t Misbehavin’.

The M Ensemble’s Ain’t Misbehavin' Doesn’t Quite Make the Grade

By Artburst Miami

Feb 11, 2020

Despite the strength of the material, the M Ensemble's production of the Tony Award-winning show about Thomas Wright “Fats” Waller doesn't fully hit its stride.

With the Help of Cardi B, Vewtopia Music Festival Found Its Footing After a Shaky Start

By Aaliyah Pasols

Feb 3, 2020

The inaugural Vewtopia Music Festival was off to more than a bumpy beginning this past Friday, the kickoff of the two-day gathering. The festival, which had joined forces with Superfest Miami Live only a couple of weeks earlier, boasted performances by Gunna, Ty Dolla $ign, Fabolous, Megan Thee Stallion, and Chris Brown. But fans wouldn't see any of those A-listers as the first night unfolded.

Shakira and Jennifer Lopez Brought Bad Bunny, J Balvin, and Plenty of Ass to the Super Bowl Halftime Stage

By Celia Almeida

Feb 2, 2020

As predicted, Jennifer Lopez and Shakira's Super Bowl halftime show in Miami proved to be a glorious celebration of Latinx music at a time when the sounds of Latin America and its diaspora have gone mainstream around the globe.

Bernard Sumner of New Order. See more photos from the first night of New Order's Miami residency here.

New Order Knocked the First Night of Its Miami Beach Residency Out of the Park

By Douglas Markowitz

Jan 15, 2020

The legendary synthpop band served up all the hits and more during the first show of their four night residency at the Fillmore Miami Beach.

Will Renuart, Danny Daze, Motor City Drum Ensemble, and friends provide a soundtrack to the sunrise at Rakastella 2019.

Rakastella 2019 Was the Right Festival at the Wrong Time

By Douglas Markowitz

Dec 9, 2019

Why does the best party of Miami Art Week have to happen when you're too tired to enjoy it?

Kanye West conducts his Sunday Service show at Coachella 2019.

Kanye West's Opera Mary Shone on the Haters at Miami Marine Stadium

By Grant Albert

Dec 9, 2019

The rapper and producer brought his now-signature brand of outsize religiosity to Miami Art Week, the most decadent and depraved time of the year for the Magic City.

Brockhampton. See more photos of Brockhampton's Miami concert here.

Brockhampton Continues Its Ascent With a Rousing Show at the Fillmore Miami Beach

By James Biagiotti

Nov 20, 2019

Brockhampton's high energy show at the Fillmore Miami Beach on Tuesday saw the group showcase their theatricality and even a pizza-supplying super fan.

"Happy!" at NSU Art Museum Will Make You Smile Until It Hurts

By Douglas Markowitz

Nov 14, 2019

There's more than meets the eye at this exhibit, which boasts works by Takeshi Murakami, Keith Haring, Yayoi Kusama, Jeff Koons, and other art-world stars.

Click here for more images of the Maluma show.

Maluma Paid Homage to the True Pioneers of Latin Urban Music at American Airlines Arena

By Celia Almeida

Oct 12, 2019

Maluma's concert at the American Airlines Arena did little to assert his leading role within the Latin music industry.

See more photos from Vampire Weekend's performance in Miami here.

The Newly Re-Energized Vampire Weekend Played a Marathon Show in Miami Beach

By James Biagiotti

Aug 25, 2019

Vampire Weekend's Fillmore Miami Beach show cemented Vampire Weekend as one of the most distinct and capable American rock bands currently active.

See more photos from Queen + Adam Lambert at the BB&T Center here.

Queen + Adam Lambert's BB&T Center Concert Celebrated Queen's Legacy

By James Biagiotti

Aug 18, 2019

Not quite a cover band but incapable of true authenticity without Mercury, Queen + Adam Lambert was an exceptionally strange concert experience.

See more photos of Carly Rae Jepsen at the Fillmore Miami Beach here.

Carly Rae Jepsen's Fillmore Miami Beach Show Had Fans Ready to Run Away With Her

By Juan Antonio Barquin

Jul 27, 2019

Carly Rae Jepsen's show at the Fillmore Miami Beach was a disco-inspired sing-a-long party.

Travis Barker of Blink-182. See more photos from Blink-182 and Lil Wayne here.

What's Their Age Again? Blink-182 and Lil Wayne Settled for Throwback Sets in West Palm Beach

By Angel Melendez

Jul 26, 2019

Blink-182's fans bought tickets to see the band and settled for a coheadlining set from Lil Wayne.

Young the Giant performing at Bayfront Park Amphitheater Saturday night. See more photos from Young the Giant and Fitz and the Tantrums at Bayfront Park here.

Fitz and the Tantrums and Young the Giant Delivered a Night of Mediocrity at Bayfront Park

By James Biagiotti

Jul 21, 2019

Despite the dual headlining sets, Fitz and the Tantrums and Young the Giant's Bayfront Park concert amounted to nothing more than a showcase of mediocrity.

See more photos of Florence + the Machine at the AAA here.

Florence Welch Found Strength in Vulnerability at American Airlines Arena

By Suzannah Friscia

Jun 10, 2019

About halfway through her set at American Airlines Arena Sunday night, Florence Welch, frontwoman of the beloved band Florence + the Machine, made a simple request of the audience.

See more photos from Rolling Loud 2019 day three here.

Rolling Loud 2019 Day Three: Gucci Mane, Kid Cudi, and Denzel Curry

By James Biagiotti and Cristina Jerome

May 13, 2019

Rolling Loud is an extremely long three-day weekend. But the lines, the delayed set times, a weather advisory, and several false shootings did not stop ragers from arriving at the festival grounds to get their money’s worth for day three. Because the festival is known for surprise guests and features,...

See more photos from Rolling Loud 2019 day two here.

Rolling Loud 2019 Day Two: Travis Scott, Young Thug, and Kodak Black (or Lack Thereof)

By James Biagiotti and Cristina Jerome

May 12, 2019

With many of the day one issues and complaints addressed on social media by Rolling Loud’s team, festival goers expected a better day two — if they had the courage to show up. The sunny sky and cool breeze allotted a smooth first half of the day with performances from...

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