Jose D. Duran

Miami

Senior Music Editor at Miami New Times

Associate editor for @MiamiNewTimes | Music/culture writer | Kraftwerk interviewer | Mom saves all my clippings [email protected] @[email protected]

Articles

9 Best Live Music Venues in Fort Lauderdale

2 weeks ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jose D. Duran

What makes a live music venue great? Is it the shape of the building? The acoustics? The sound system? Ultimately, it's about the music. Even if a venue is a state-of-the-art facility, it's nothing if it can book acts that people want to see live. Thankfully, Fort Lauderdale and the vast area that encompasses Broward County have no shortage of great music venues, from large arenas that can host large touring acts to small spaces perfect for local acts trying to make a name for themselves.
Florida's Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival Announces 2026 Return

2 weeks ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jose D. Duran

After being notably absent during the 2024 and 2025 music festival seasons, Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival has announced it will return in 2026 — March 19-22, to be exact — at its longtime home at Sunshine Grove, just north of Lake Okeechobee. "It's a privilege to be curating OMF's ten-year reunion since our first festival in March 2016," said Rechulski, festival founder and chairman of Soundslinger, in a statement.
Here's Your Guide to Record Store Day 2025 in Miami

2 weeks ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jose D. Duran

According to data company Luminate, vinyl sales increased by 6.2 percent last year. The vinyl format has been experiencing a boom in general, especially after the pandemic, when people rediscovered the joys of tactile music consumption. Independent record stores nationwide have been leading the charge of vinyl sales.
Shakira Added Second Miami Show at Hard Rock Stadium

3 weeks ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jose D. Duran

After announcing her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour last year, Shakira has announced additional dates, including a second show at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Saturday, June 7. The original June 6 show has been sold out for months, so new dates should be good news for South Florida fans who were shut out. In addition to the second Miami show, a second show has also been announced at MetLife Stadium on Friday, May 16.
2025 Tortuga Music Festival Lineup, Set Times, Schedule

3 weeks ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jose D. Duran

South Florida's premier country music event, Tortuga Music Festival, returns to Fort Lauderdale Beach Park this weekend. From April 4-6, the festival will host performances from country music superstars and emerging talent across three stages. This year's headliners are Jelly Roll, Keith Urban, and Luke Combs, with Parker McCollum, Shaboozey, Jordan Davis, Cody Kinks, Marcus King, and Megan Moroney also on the lineup.
Kesha Announces Miami Boiler Room Show

3 weeks ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jose D. Duran

Kesha is ready to take you on a joyride when she hosts an upcoming Boiler Room set in Miami on Thursday, April 3. New York City DJs Ty Sunderland and Flirty800 will accompany the pop singer. Kesha announced the upcoming Boiler Room on Instagram Monday night, simply stating, "BOILER ROOM. MIAMI. APRIL 3RD."To attend the show, you'll have to sign up for the chance to score an invite via boilerroom.tv. The event is 21 and over, and just because you sign up doesn't mean you're on the guest list.
Best Miami Concerts This Spring: Shakira, Rauw Alejandro, Teddy Swims

3 weeks ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jose D. Duran

It's spring in Miami, and while the city doesn't experience the traditional four seasons, the weather, for the most part, is still entirely enjoyable. That also means that the concert season hasn't slowed down. Miami and South Florida are set to host many touring acts in coming months, from stadium tours by Shakira and Post Malone to arena shows by Kylie Minogue and Rauw Alejandro. There are also notable appearances by Hermanos Gutiérrez, Khruangbin, and Teddy Swims.
How to Watch the Ultra Music Festival Livestream and Schedule

3 weeks ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jose D. Duran

With Ultra Music Festival again taking over Bayfront Park March 28-30, Miami will host the biggest name in dance music. If you scored a ticket, good for you. You're out of luck for those who waited until the last minute. The festival is sold out. But wait! There is one way to enjoy the performances from home — or anywhere. Ultra will stream select performances throughout the weekend as part of #ULTRALIVE.
Meduza Brought the Party to Rosetta Bakery in Miami Beach

3 weeks ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jose D. Duran

Imagine taking a morning stroll in South Beach to pick up your daily croissant and coffee, only to encounter a full-blown EDM rager. That's exactly what happened Thursday morning when Revolution 93.5 hosted an event, dubbed the Breakfast Club, at Rosetta Bakery's Lennox Avenue location to coincide with Miami Music Week. If that wasn't special enough, it was hosted by Italian DJ trio Meduza.
Björk: Cornucopia Concert Film Screening at Miami Movie Theaters

4 weeks ago | miaminewtimes.com | Jose D. Duran

Icelandic singer Björk is coming to a theater screen near you this spring. On May 7, for one night only, the concert film Björk: Cornucopia will be shown at cinemas worldwide. It promises to showcase Bjôrk's most elaborate live performance to date and will be a rare opportunity to see it in a cinematic setting in stunning 4K and Dolby Atmos. The new film is 98 minutes long and includes three music videos curated by Björk.