40 June 18–24, 2026 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES multi-use space devoted not just to electronic music but to all music is a rare feat. Base- ments may be unfamiliar terrain for many Miamians. Nonetheless, this repurposed Cold War shelter reminds you that, when in doubt, head downstairs. BEST DANCE DJ Generous B instagram.com/generousb.ig To the eye, Generous B (Ben Cohen) isn’t hard to miss between his height, Vampire- meets-raver aesthetic and caring eyes. To the ear, his all-welcoming sounds have be- come a Miami mainstay as he soars through the soundscapes. Hailing from New Jersey, Cohen began his career as a modest wedding DJ by night and a hardcore NYC raver in the early morning thereafter. That appreciation for underground parties and the ability to mix countless songs for newlyweds merged to form the Generous B we know today. He developed a true underground sound while remaining unpredictable behind the decks; for example, weaving The Isley Brothers’ “Shout” into Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believ- ing.” Cohen has blessed clubs Floyd, Club Space and Eagle Room, among others. A fan can also gather at his weekly “Generous B Presents” shows at Jolene on Thursdays, where he and newcomers he co-signs spin all night long. His moniker gives away Co- hen’s generosity to his fans, but the name may also mean being generous enough to play everything and spread the love. BEST DJ DJ Bullet instagram.com/djbullethaiti From stages in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to the dance floors of Wynwood, DJ Bullet has be- come one of the most influential ambassadors of Haitian music in South Florida. He started more than a decade ago while a student at the University of Miami, where he quickly built a reputation for sets that blended dancehall, Kompa, Afrobeats and mainstream hits into an infectious Caribbean soundtrack. A pioneer and early producer in the Rabòday movement, he’s cultivated a loyal following that stretches far beyond Miami. He traveled back and forth between his hometown and South Florida to spin at local clubs and concerts, opening for juggernauts including Burna Boy, Davido, Sean Paul and Steve Aoki. Three years ago, he teamed up with event producer Jones Pierre and Shrine frontman Jason Panton to be at the helm of a new Kompa party, Tap Tap. Launched at The Oasis in Wynwood (now Throw Social), Bullet transformed it into a na- tionally recognized experience that toured from Toronto to Atlanta and attracted appear- ances from popular Haitian artists Baky, Trou- bleBoy Hitmaker and the iconic Kompa band Carimi. In April, he drew more than 1,600 at- tendees for a special Haitian Flag Day edition, culminating in a full-circle moment back where it all began at Throw Social. Whether he’s introducing newcomers to Kompa or keeping the Haitian community connected to home, DJ Bullet continues to elevate Haitian culture one packed dance floor at a time. BEST HIP-HOP ACT Fat Jesu$ soundcloud.com/8ball_305 A rising tide lifts all boats — but what force raises the tide? On the planet generally, we credit the moon. In the Miami hip-hop scene, the man currently creating that motion and depth is indisputably producer and scene evangelist Fat Jesu$. First, there is the music — not just the crackling, head-turning recent album “I Love Fat Jesu$,” but a vast series of collaborations with artists such as Krissy Ce- less, Champolaa, Prez P, Zoe Deuce Papi, Meek Gucciano, Rippa DeLaHoya and many others. Then, there is his tireless champion- ing of the local scene, sometimes acknowl- edged and other times perhaps taken for granted, but always passionate and focused on a future certain to be all the more glorious because Fat Jesu$ dared to dream bigger, work harder and manifest it out of the ether. BEST INTIMATE MUSIC VENUE Sable 2219 NW Second Ave. Miami 33127 305-209-5758 sablemiami.com Part of what makes Sable so special is that it conjures the Wynwood of old, offering a space that prioritizes music over scene, vibes over VIPS and feels endearingly more local than the neighborhood around it. The draw here is a ro- tating cast of vinyl DJs who focus on diverse genres of electronic music — but sound isn’t its only highlight. The 10,000-square-foot venue does double duty, serving as a coffee shop and café by day and a cozy lounge at night, making this a great spot for both your morning matcha and your evening booty shake. In summer 2026, Sable will add Amba, a late-night sha- warma shop, to its offerings, giving regulars more fuel for dancing the night away. BEST JAZZ NIGHT Lagniappe 3425 NE Second Ave. Miami, 33137 305-576-0108 lagniappehouse.com You’ve heard of it, tourists have heard of it and chances are your grandpa has heard of it, but for all its fame, Lagniappe stays up on quality. Arts & EntertAinment
