The closure of the Wynwood Yard — one of the few midsize music venues in a city desperately in need of them — is yet another stumbling block for musicians looking to stay and thrive in Miami.
There aren’t too many crooners in modern rock like Scott Yoder. But it’s not Roy Orbison or Chris Isaak who Yoder is channeling when performing. “I always had an affinity for the classic films, like Marlene Dietrich in The Blue Angel,” Yoder says. “In these film-noir movies, they usually had a scene…
When the garage-rock political revolutionaries of MC5 recorded their live album Kick Out the Jams at Detroit’s Grande Ballroom in 1968, it became an instant classic. But guitarist Wayne Kramer still has an uneasy feeling about that concert. “It was a monumental night, but the pressure was too much…
K.D. Lang is one of the most resounding forces in music. The androgynous Canadian singer with a tuft of dark hair, an angelic voice, and sensual, butch energy ushered in a new era of acceptance for folks who don’t fit into traditional gender norms. Her gift for divine vocals was realized…
G-Eazy, Keith Johns, Paul Simon and more of the best concerts in Miami September 3 through September 9.
About halfway through the Miami edition of the On The Run II Tour, Jay-Z fucked up. He was alone on the stage, having just finished a medley of “Family Feud” and “Upgrade U” with his superstar wife and tourmate Beyoncé, followed by a solo, crowd-revving version of “Niggas in Paris.” Next on…
The adventuresome California DJ crew took New Times behind the scenes to see how things are done behind the decks at Club Space.
It’s so easy to mock farewell tours. Classic-rock legends embark upon them every few years when alimony or back taxes call them to the road one last time — until the next time. But eventually, every artist has a tour that ends up being a farewell. Tom Petty’s came last year, Prince’s the year before…
The opening verse of “World Spins Madly On,” the breakout single by the indie-folk duo the Weepies, describes an ex-lover suffering from a broken heart. At just under three minutes, this lovely acoustic lament by the husband-and-wife songwriting team of Steve Tannen and Deb Talan is an excellent introduction…
September 2 through 9, Churchill’s Pub, Little Haiti’s legendary live-music mecca, will celebrate 39 years of business. Some performances have been weird, some beautiful, and some beautifully weird. To celebrate this odd anniversary, we list the most Churchill’s-esque shows you might have missed.
Bzzy talks depression and suicidal thoughts in latest project, Before I Jump.
Charlie Puth talks about his songwriting process and the James Taylor duet he dedicated to Parkland students at the March for Our Lives.
Sylvan LaCue thinks it’s time Florida men had their time to shine — not for WorldStarHipHop fame, but for talent, grit, and determination in a place that rarely offers an opportunity for rap artists to succeed on a Los Angeles or New York scale. LaCue, formerly known as Quest, left for California in 2013…
If you’ve been paying even an ounce of attention, you’ve noticed Miami’s queer scene has taken over the city. These sunny climes are home to a beautiful and thriving alternative community grounded in performance art and music that’ll make you understand there’s more to this town than uhntz-uhntz.
Kids these days: They’re broke, they’re killing everything, they’re eating Tide pods for kicks. Or so the grumpy grandpas of the world would have you think. But fans of Chloe x Halle know better.
The comparative disappointment of 4, coupled with newfound confidence in the wake of having given birth to her first daughter, appears to have jolted Beyoncé into a realm of fearlessness that resulted in her most daring work.
Ozuna’s sophomore album, Aura, dropped last week, and Latinos everywhere got their perreo on to the sweet melodies of the Boricua-Dominican artist. The 19-track album has been in the works for the past year and includes a bonus track that Ozuna says is “very special.” “Besos Mojados” features reggaeton royalty RKM and Ken-Y, who brought classics such as “Me Matas” and “Down” to the genre in the early 2000s.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Charlie Puth, Zedd, and more of the best concerts in Miami August 27 through September 2.
From Vine to YouTube to Universal Music Group, Lele Pons continues to spread her brand to the world
Philadelphia-born-and-raised DJ/producer Josh Wink returns to Miami for the latest in a long series of DJ sets in the city. He’ll spin at Treehouse alongside Matthew Dear Labor Day weekend.
If you’re thinking of staying in for this year’s long Labor Day weekend, are you even from Miami, bro? This town is the best place to party all day or night — or both becuse you’ll have plenty of club, concert, and general debauchery options at pretty much any time of day. Check out this guide to help plan your weekend.
Biscayne Bay, boats, and bottles are the three b’s musicians use when filming videos in Miami. And though we’ve seen that formula time and time again, we can’t deny the beauty the Magic City provides as a backdrop, regardless of how worn the Miami might may be. This list of the city’s best music videos…
