Miami Weekend Preview: August 20 to 24, 2014

DJOYbeat Event Spotlight

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LINK and Miami Rebels present Underground Story with Reboot and Hardline @ Story (Saturday, August 23)

This is not Reboot’s first time headlining Story’s beloved underground night, but we are shining the event spotlight on this performance because every time we welcome the German DJ and producer, the show ends up being one for the books. If you’re itching for some serious techno with an earthy, carnal twist, this is your show. The “polyrhythmic architect” and Rock ‘N’ Beats label boss will be preceded by Miami legend Hardline.

The Weekend Rundown

Wednesday, August 20

Dirty Hairy presents DJ Ideal, Ruen and Mike Deuce @ LIV

Born and raised in Miami, DJ Ideal has made a name for himself in the city through his versatile party blend of hip-hop, house, indie rock and electro. Joined by fellow Miami residents Ruen and Mike Deuce, this is the kind of local run hump day party that caters to all musical tastes. Besides, who said the you had to wait until the weekend to get down?

LINK and Miami Rebels present Blow Up Wednesdays @ Treehouse

Miami’s most-beloved industry night is back at its former home, the popular local hot spot Treehouse. Head out this Wednesday to sample the best in Miami’s local talent, and to brush shoulders with some of the city’s leading figures in hospitality, nightlife and music. This week’s edition features sounds by Magic City residents Hugo Bianco and Atomyard.

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Also Consider: Vinyl Wednesdays @ Do Not Sit On the Furniture, Unfiltered with YNOT @ Bardot

Thursday, August 21

Just Dance presents Stephan Luke and Mednas @ LIV

This Thursday, LIV will be filled with the sound of good old-fashioned house beats. Born in France but influenced by New York City’s burgeoning underground house scene, Stephan Luke has been delivering that beloved “industry” sound to Miami ever since relocating to the Magic City. Catch the Subliminal heavyweight this Thursday at LIV, along with resident superstar Mednas.

DTF Thursdays with Damaged Goods, Ess and Emm @ SET

Anybody will tell you that Miami’s sexiest weekly party is without question SET’s DTF Thursdays. Like the name suggests, guests are always invited to get as down and dirty as they like. Expect a hard hitting blend of hip-hop and electro from Miami residents Damaged Goods and Ess and Emm. Texting the word “SET” to the short code 38714 will score you complimentary entry and a drink on the house.

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Tony G and Johnny Cash @ Wall Lounge

Miami’s best in open format will be taking over the opulent Wall Lounge. If you are looking for more of an intimate, industry style party, this is definitely your Thursday night go to.

LINK and Miami Rebels present Subb-An @ Trade

British DJ and producer Subb-An has proven himself a remarkable talent on the rise, unsurprisingly earning the DJ Mag‘s title of Best Breakthrough DJ. The experimental techno-meets-tech house-meets-deep house heavyweight will be bringing his signature sonic blend to Trade this Thursday for an evening of grooves that you won’t want to miss.

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Also Consider: Homebase with Surreal Flight and Ella Romand @ Do Not Sit On The Furniture, La Sopita Series featuring Alibombo with Artime and Mr. Brown @ Bardot

Friday, August 22

Super Fridays @ Mansion

It’s Fridays, which means that the best place to be if you’re a lady looking to go out is Mansion. Release your inner superhero with Miami resident Ruen this Friday at Mansion’s “Super Fridays.” Ladies can text the word “SUPER” to the number 38714 and they will receive complimentary entry and a drink on the club.

LINK and Miami Rebels present Francesca Lombardo and Konrad Black @ Trade

Back again after a stellar debut, the lovely Francesca Lombardo of Crosstown Rebels returns to Miami’s Trade to bring us another night of top notch techno. She will be joined by Wagon Repair label boss Konrad Black. As usual, leave the formal attire at home in favor of your most comfortable dancing shoes, because our bet is you won’t want to stop moving once the beat picks up at this party.

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Jus Ske @ LIV

One of the most in-demand DJs in the entertainment industry, Jus Ske is no stranger to traveling the globe to cater to some of the world’s most exclusive and lucrative parties. This Friday, he will be touching down in Miami – you will be able to find him behind the decks at LIV spinning an eclectic mix of house, electro, hip hop and top 40.

Erick Morillo @ Story

The king of tribal rhythm and house is back – if you didn’t catch him at Space’s legendary 14-year anniversary party, this is your chance to make up for the magic you missed. Find him this Friday laying in behind the decks against the backdrop of Story’s phenomenal lights and fanfare.

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Committee Entertainment presents Lift Off Fridays with A Tribute to Daft Punk  @ Space

Okay, so it isn’t really Daft Punk, but it is Space, and it is 18 and older. So head on over this Friday, close your eyes and pretend like it’s the real deal. We are confident the music will be fabulous, and the lights and smoke should be all you need to get lost in the moment “One More Time.”

Oliver Jay’s All White Attire Birthday Celebration  @ SET

Tried and tested resident Julian Ingrosso has been in demand within the entire Miami club circuit throughout his artist career. Now one of the official residents at SET, he will be helping kick off Oliver Jay’s birthday party this Friday, all white style. Don’t really know the guy? Neither do we, but hey – it’s an excuse to party, am I right?

Also Consider: Jessica Who and Brooke Evers @ Wall Lounge, Renegade Empire with Ivano Bellini and AXL (Special Edition Extended Sessions) @ Do Not Sit On The Furniture, JBZ with Will Buck @ Bardot, T.R.O.Y. Fridays @ Mokai, My House Fridays @ HOUSE Nightclub, Notes From the Underground present FDR Fridays @ FDR The Delano

Saturday, August 23

Daddy’s Groove @ LIV

Picking up where Stephan Luke left off, Italian house music group Daddy’s Groove will be bringing the beat to LIV this Saturday in what is looking like a superb string of weekend performances for the mega club. Arrive at the venue early, or you will be looking at a very long line for this one.

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Myon and Shane 54 @ Mansion

Trance lovers can rejoice – the Hungarian duo and masters of melody Myon and Shane 54 will be taking over Mansion this Saturday. This is going to be one of those parties you will want to arrive early to – expect long lines and a hefty cover charge if you don’t buy your tickets in advance.

Set Saturdays with Damaged Goods @ SET

There’s a reason why Magic City native Damaged Goods’s name is literally everywhere – dubbed one of Miami’s brightest rising stars, he has had a monumental year in terms of musical success. Catch the smooth and ever charismatic maestro behind the decks at SET this Saturday, where he’ll most likely be rocking either a colorful Hawaiian shirt and No. 1 snapback or a cream colored Armani suit. You really never know what kind of “fresh” to expect with Damaged.

Saturdays at Space with Mark M (Terrace Room) @ Space

Venezuelan-born DJ and producer Mark M has come a long way since his early teenage days working as a promoter for the Miami club scene. Now an internationally-lauded artist, the young talent will be making his way to the Terrace Room at Miami’s legendary Club Space (where he’s now officially a resident) to deliver a special set in honor of the city that shaped him. If you fancy some hip-hop, stay in the Basement (Main Room) for a special Unprotected Sets showcase.

Pierce Fulton @ Wall Lounge

New England-based prodigy Pierce Fulton will be bringing his remarkable talent and boyish good looks to the beautiful and cozy Wall Lounge at the W Hotel this Saturday. If you have ever been fortunate to catch him at an SLS pool party for WMC, you already know the kind of dance floor gems that make his sets a pleasure to listen to.

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Also Consider: Ain’t Nothin’ But A House Party presents Feel the Spirit with Jelly Bean Benitez @ Do Not Sit On The Furniture, LINK and Miami Rebels present Blow Up Saturdays with Marco Bailey @ Treehouse, Ghost Fields with Gooddroid and Lazaro Casanova @ Bardot, Do What You Lust Saturdays @ Mokai, My Rules Saturdays @ HOUSE Nightclub, FDR Saturdays @ FDR The Delano

Sunday, August 24

Evolution Sundays with Louis Dee @ SET

Don’t call it quits on Sunday! Evolution Sundays with resident Louis Dee is one of the mainstays of a typical Miami weekend. They definitely boast one of the sexiest crowds, and the champagne is always flowing. Turn down for what?

Also Consider: Sundays @ Nikki Beach, LIV On Sundays @ LIV

Didn’t find a party for you? Check our events page for the complete listing of Miami EDM events.

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