Article by: Rob Burnet
As the snow begins to melt and wooks come out of their caves, the music community grows restless for festival season to begin! Spring is just around the corner and with that comes one of the biggest events in electronic music — Miami Music Week (MMW)! Big names and rising stars alike converge in sunny South Florida to bring you hundreds of events from March 21–26, 2023. That many options may sound daunting, but we have you covered with a list of the most exciting pool parties, label takeovers, and more!
On March 22, this year’s Spinnin’ Sessions Pool Party returns to the Nautilus Hotel, a luxurious art deco resort in the heart of South Beach. This event has become a MMW staple, drawing crowds year after year with its high-energy day party atmosphere. This year is no different, Spinnin’ Records have recruited the likes of Alan Walker, ACRAZE, Kream, Dubdogz, Nitti, Fedde Le Grand, and more! From nostalgic phenomenons like Alan Walker’s “Faded” to fresh-off-the-press thrillers like ACRAZE’s “Take Me Away”, this party brings everything you need to start your week with a bang!
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If you are looking for something with some Ibiza flair, you will not have to go far. Just steps from the Nautilus lies the recently renovated Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, a gorgeous oceanfront boutique hotel. Here you will find the Cafe Mambo Ibiza Pool Party where a stacked lineup will keep the vibes high for hours on end. Kick back and enjoy a poolside cocktail to the captivating sounds of Art Department, Danny Tengalia, Catz N Dogz, Eelke Kleijn, Serge Devant, Lovra and many more! This lineup is jam-packed with house and techno legends sure to make you “Shake It!”
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Later that night, make your way to FREEHOLD in Wynwood where San Holo’s label, Bitbird, is taking over its trendy, colorful courtyard for a dream showcase. At Club Bitbird you can experience San Holo’s latest uplifting hit “Don’t Look Down,” Pauline Herr’s brand new heater “JYST,” and more from Tisoki, OddKidOut, and Helloworld in an intimately beautiful setting.
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On March 23, the aforementioned Nautilus Hotel will host this year’s edition of the famed Heldeep Pool Party. After a sold out show in 2022, Oliver Heldens’ label is back with another stacked lineup of international superstars and fresh faces including the main man himself along with Anabel Englund, Hugel, Martin Ikin, Miss Monique, Space 92, and others. We are particularly intrigued by the “secret special guests” as the label owner’s recent commitment to experimenting with different genres opens the door to many exciting possibilities!
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That night, you will get the chance to come clean and be revitalized at the Confession Label takeover of Oasis Wynwood. Oasis is an exciting indoor/outdoor concept featuring vibrantly painted shipping containers, greenery throughout, and plenty of room to dance the night away, grab a bite to eat, or sit back and people watch. This multi-stage production will feature an all-star lineup including the likes of Tchami, Bijou, Nitti, Curbi, Vicor Lou, Damaged Goods, DLMT, Nostalgix, and many more! Come “Party All Night” at this one-of-a-kind experience!
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By the time Sunday, March 26 rolls around even the most seasoned party-goer will need a little boost “To Feel Alive” and this next party will provide the spark to keep moving. The exquisite Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel in Miami Beach will be hosting another massive pool party where Galantis has arranged an electrifying cast of some of the most popular names in the scene. Come feel the energy in the air and “Ride It” all day long as you “Leave The World Behind” to the sounds of Galantis, Laidback Luke, Forester, Icona Pop, Jonas Blue, Regard, and more.
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Finally, the Outro! BLNK CNVS has organized a “Behemoth” of a bass party at the legendary Mana Wynwood to close the weekend out in style. The names of most of the acts have now been released, headlined by industry giants Svdden Death, NGHTMRE, Jauz, Kill The Noise, and Yookie. As if there is not already enough to be excited about, there will also be a mystery B3B that is sure to be one of the craziest sets of the week! Get your neck braces ready because it is going to get “RUFF” on March 26 at 10 pm.
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