Miami, FL

Hoy Como Ayer

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Hoy Como Ayer is a reimagined Little Havana cocktail lounge and Latin music hub built around salsa rhythms and a nightlife atmosphere. The venue has a strong cultural identity rooted in Cuban and Latin music, making it a natural home for salsa, son, Latin jazz, tropical music, bolero, and dance-oriented crossover acts. For musicians, the crowd expects live music to drive the night rather than simply sit in the background. Full Latin bands, percussion-heavy ensembles, vocalists, and groups with strong rhythmic energy are especially well suited. The room is social and late-night, so bands need stage presence and an ability to keep dancers engaged across multiple sets. Familiar repertoire can help connect with the audience, but original material can work when it stays stylistically authentic. Hoy Como Ayer is a strong Miami target for musicians who can deliver an energetic, culturally grounded Latin performance and thrive in a club environment where music and dancing are inseparable.

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Contact
Andres
Role
Talent Buyer
786-708-8633

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Capacity
230
Capacity notes
total - 65 (seated concert area), 25 (seated outdoor patio), 140 (seated wine bar).
Age policy
21+
Genres
Dance, Latin, Salsa
Sound & production
House sound system
Address
2212 SW 8th Street, 33135, United States
Venue phone
(786) 822-7640
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