If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in Miami. From steel guitar to funky jams, here are the local shows worth checking out this weekend.
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The Roosevelt Collier Trio with JUke
Friday night, enjoy free live music at The Yard. "Soft-spoken by nature, south Florida-bred Roosevelt Collier Music does his hollering on the sacred steel guitar," according to the event promoter. The four-piece group JUke is the opening act.
When: Friday, Dec. 21, 9-11 p.m.
Where: The Wynwood Yard, 56 N.W. 29th St.
Admission: Free
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Do You Know TERAPIA?
Also Friday, attend a promotional event for Cuban musician Cimafunk's album "Terapia." It features Afro-Cuban rhythms, with funk, blues and reggae. This event is also free.
When: Friday, Dec. 21, 9-11:59 p.m.
Where: The Langford Hotel, 121 S.E. First St.
Admission: Free
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Island Ting
Get a taste of the islands on Friday with drinks, Caribbean foods like jerk chicken and music by DJs LL Cool Blaze, Blink Da Link and Ava. Entry is free until 11 p.m. with RSVP.
When: Friday, Dec. 21, 9 p.m.- Saturday, Dec. 22, 3 a.m.
Where: 6010 NE 2nd Ave, 6010 N.E. Second Ave.
Admission: Free
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Simulation: Modestep and Levitation Jones
Next up, there is "Simulation" at The Ground, featuring DJ Modestep and Levitation Jones. This event is for those 18 and over, so bring ID.
When: Friday, Dec. 21, 10 p.m.- Saturday, Dec. 22, 5 a.m.
Where: The Ground, 34 N.E. 11th St.
Admission: $25–$30
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Plot presents: Interstellar Funk
To wrap it up, on Saturday, head on over to The Electric Pickle for another free event from its 300 Series, featuring funky beats from Interstellar Funk. DJ Ray will warm up the crowd. Hurry to RSVP, because once all 300 tickets to the tiny venue are gone, you'll be out of luck.
When: Saturday, Dec. 22, 10 p.m.- Sunday, Dec. 23 5 a.m.
Where: Electric Pickle, 2826 N. Miami Ave.
Admission: Free
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