The music scene in South Florida may sometimes seem scarce and a wee-bit neglected, but there are plenty of places you can go to check out a concert every now and then, purchase music and bond over your favorite musicians with other music lovers.
Radio-Active Records
1930B East Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
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Radio-Active Records is a name known by many Fort Lauderdale natives. Originally called CD Collector, Radio-Active Records is the go-to place in Fort Lauderdale for purchasing vinyl and other physical forms of music such as CDs and cassettes. Radio-Active Records is not only a place for purchasing albums, but it is also a well-known venue for performances by local artists, as well as nationally known artists that happen to stop by.
Sweat Records
5505 NE 2nd Ave., Miami
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Sweat Records isn’t just a record store. It’s a record store, coffee bar and book-seller all rolled into one hip store in the Little Haiti region of North Miami. The coffee bar features vegan snacks and goodies, and the store itself is a perfect home for hipsters and all other music lovers alike.
Revolution Live
100 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale
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Located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, Revolution Live has been one of the most popular music venues in South Florida since the 70s. Revolution Live is the go-to spot to see popular touring artists and festivals, like the Mad Decent Block Party, in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Stand-out features of Revolution Live include two stages, two full service bars and a VIP space.
Culture Room
3045 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale
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Culture Room is another one of the more popular music venues in South Florida, but unlike Revolution Live, it is a little more intimate and allows you to get more up close and personal with some of your favorite musicians due to its smaller size. Culture Room offers a large mix of bands and a full service bar, along with beautiful views of Fort Lauderdale as you hang out on the patio area.
Undergrounds Coffeehaus
3020 N Federal Hwy #5a, Fort Lauderdale
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Undergrounds Coffeehaus is a cozy, quaint coffee shop and used book store in the Wilton Manors area of Fort Lauderdale. An avid supporter of the local arts and music scene, Undergrounds Coffeehaus is often home to performances by local musicians and open mic nights.
Churchill’s Pub
5501 Northeast 2nd Avenue, Miami
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Since 1979, the British-owned Churchill’s Pub has been home to the punk and rock-loving crowds of South Florida. Regularly featuring local artists, Churchill’s is a hub for finding new talent and just enjoying a laid-back night of music and fun. Churchill’s Pub is a repeat winner of the Miami New Times Award for “Best Live Music Venue.”
