Sweat Records’ Lauren “Lolo” Reskin will join New Times Music Editor in conversation.
Photo by Stephanie Lynn Warga
Since 2026 is officially the year of logging off and actually going outside again, New Times is fully embracing the IRL comeback. On March 5 — yes, 305 Day! — from 6-8 p.m. we will host an event at Sweat Records, celebrating one of Miami’s most enduring obsessions: vinyl.
The night will feature a casual conversation between Sweat Records founder Lolo Reskin and New Times music editor Flor Franceschetti, digging into Miami’s deep (and often underrated) vinyl history — from iconic record shops to the albums that were recorded, pressed, and sold right here in South Florida.
A record being pressed at Miami’s SunPress Vinyl plant.
Courtesy of SunPress Vinyl
“Miami has a really cool and interesting history around record shops and the recording industry,” Reskin says. “A staggering amount of classic albums were recorded, pressed, and/or sold here, and today we have the largest vinyl ecosystem and audience Miami’s seen since the ’70s. As the second-oldest record shop in Miami, we’re really proud to be part of that history.”
Sweat x Brian Butler “Palms” Slipmat
How to Join
Beyond the conversation, expect a complimentary happy hour, light bites, and a DJ set by local selector DJ Hottpants. While the event is open to all New Times readers (free with RSVP), members get a free Sweat Records merch item.If you are already a New Times member, thank you! Keep an eye on your inbox for RSVP details. Not a member yet? You can become one by giving any amount to support our newsroom.
History of Miami Vinyl. 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 5, at Sweat Records, 5505 NE Second Ave., Miami; sweatrecordsmiami.com; 305-776-7701. Free with RSVP.