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When COVID shut down live music back in 2020, Miami musician Brian Potts called off his Brazilian drumming classes. But after a pandemic hiatus, amateur musicians are flocking to Miamibloco classes — to learn samba and find a community.

Musicians attending the 30th anniversary of Palm Beach Pride this weekend say they won't let the "Don't Say Gay" bill steal the festival's joy.

Former classmates and peers of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson are watching her confirmation hearings carefully this week. The latest on what’s happened in the aftermath of the Surfside condo collapse. And the band Sol and The Tribu say they have Miami’s new sound.

Organizers from FLAVAR say their mixed-media event is a form of self-care for people during the pandemic.

The Democratic National Debate in Miami is around the corner. For two nights, 20 candidates will take the stage at the Adrienne Arsht center to discuss a…

Family has always been an essential part of Haitian American artist Inez Barlatier's musical life. Barlatier began performing in South Florida when she…

A new independent record label in town will feature talented undiscovered South Florida musicians.Sweat Records has been a space for music collectors in…

A typical night out at a live music venue usually comes with more than just music -- it also comes with live background noise. That makes sense, because…

06/21/13 - Next time on South Florida Arts Beat you can enjoy another live performance from our Miami studios. The eclectic quartet, Gold Dust Lounge,…

04/12/13 - Next time on South Florida Arts Beat you can enjoy another live musical broadcast from our Miami studios. We’ll feature the singing,…