For fans and artists alike, Miami offers a music scene worth celebrating. The city is officially a top U.S music hotspot, according to a study from Spin Genie.
The entertainment company used data from World Population Review, LinkedIn and other sources to rank U.S metros based on metrics like musical events, music-related jobs and number of venues.
Miami tied New Orleans for the No. 2 ranking, claiming an overall music hotspot score of 8.18 out of 10 and outperforming traditional hubs like Nashville and Los Angeles. Atlanta ranked No. 1.
Miami performed well in many categories and had a high number of open music-related jobs. Plus, with 54 upcoming music events and 21 venues per 100,000 residents, there’s always a show to enjoy.
Access to musical events and industry jobs might drive Miami’s high artist population. Over 290 musical artists per 100,000 people call the city home, and, with globally recognized figures like Pitbull, Debbie Harry and Flo Rida all hailing from the city, there’s clear local star power.
“Miami shares second place with a score of 8.18, reflecting its reputation as one of America’s most culturally diverse and musically active cities,” said Spin Genie analysts. “Much like the other hotspots in our top 10, music truly is woven into the fabric of Miami. Whether you’re relaxing at a beachfront bar or living it up in one of the city’s high-octane nightclubs, it’s never hard to find incredible live music.”