Stories with 'music' tag

20 years of Spam Allstars: A look back at one of Miami’s best bands

The Spam Allstars have been defining Miami’s music scene since 1995, blending classic Latin and Caribbean influences with fresh electronic experimentation in a distinctly Miami mélange that has made them popular the world over and made them our city’s quintessential local band. Get to know these great musicians, learn their backstory, and celebrate 20 years of Spam at an anniversary concert on March 25.

/ March 24, 2015

Celebrate A Decade of Sweat, Plus a Sweatstock Playlist

This week is the 10th anniversary of the opening of Sweat Records. Sweat is more than just a record store. Through its first decade, the shop has become a community hub in Little Haiti, plus it hosts Sweatstock, one of the best local music events in Miami. Celebrate a decade of Sweat tonight at a Sweatstock fundraiser, and enjoy some tunes today to get you pumped for the party. (Photo by Sean Was Here)

/ March 13, 2015

Passion projects: DJ Swanky makes you a mixtape

Miamians’ pervasive creativity is a delightful part of living in our city, so we’re showcasing your passion projects. DJ Swanky, a.k.a. Leah Weston, is an attorney by day with a decade-long history mixing music on Miami radio. She told us about her passion project and cooked up a mixtape for your daily commute.

/ January 30, 2015