Music

As Gloria Estefan embarks on a 50-year retrospective of her career, this Tiny Desk takes on the same tone, heart and air of reflection.

One winner sang a ballad fusing mariachi and hip-hop. Another belted out a song she wrote about a missed opportunity with a crush. A third wooed voters with a booming ode to Mexico.

In the midst of what is arguably one of the most divisive periods in U.S. history, the New World Symphony in Miami Beach is opening its season with a piece that celebrates America's democratic ideals. Malina will narrate Aaron Copland's 'Lincoln Portrait'

Broward County's Jer asks listeners to take an introspective look and push forth compassion if they want to change themselves and the world in their latest album, "Death of the Heart."

Cuban teenagers Fabio and Diego Abreu are part of a new wave of musicians revitalizing Cuba’s music scene. They fill a void left by established artists who have emigrated during one of the island's worst economic crises in decades.

The gritty dive bar in Little Haiti, which earned a reputation for being a go-to spot for underground music, has reclaimed its spot as a hub for punks, emo kids, goths and metal heads. As it opened its doors for the first time in five years, hundreds of people lined the block for the special event.

25 years ago, Against All Authority released its third album, the aggressive and anti-authoritarian "24 Hour Roadside Resistance." An album that the band finds more relevant than ever.

Mariana de Miguel, better known as Girl Ultra, has helped shape Mexican R&B. Now, she's expanding her sound with a new single Tomás, produced by Canadian duo Chromeo. She kicks off her U.S."Blushing" tour with a first-time stop in Miami.

Bad Bunny’s latest album, “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS,” is sparking global conversations about Puerto Rico’s culture and struggles. The artist’s series of 30 concerts in Puerto Rico, which began Friday, amplify these issues, highlighting housing crises and economic challenges. The album’s impact extends beyond music, boosting tourism, creating jobs, and more. Fans and experts see this as a powerful moment for Puerto Rico’s visibility.

The album features incarcerated or formerly incarcerated artists on 16 tracks — many of them recorded via the jail’s phone lines. The project's creator hopes it can inspire people to look at the problems with the criminal justice system. "Music is a great vehicle,” he said.

Konpa — Haiti’s signature sound —is gaining widespread popularity and merging with genres like Afrobeats and soul, influencing artists in Palm Beach County. A new song released during Haitian Heritage Month reflects this movement.

Cimafunk brings funk and jazz to the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach, and gives a history lesson behind African Cimarrons.