Miami, Fl – Following the hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Magic City Casino in Miami, now under the ownership of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, welcomes back large-scale live shows with a bang on February 16, 2024. Headlining the much-anticipated return is the legendary Gran Combo de Puerto Rico with the vibrant Marlin De La Salsa setting the stage on fire as the opening act.
The weather can not be better for an outdoor show in the winter in South Florida. As the audience floods into the venue, there is an unmistakable sense of excitement in the air. The atmosphere crackles with anticipation, a palpable longing for the return of live music experiences after a long absence.
Kicking off the night is Marlin De La Salsa and his orchestra, a local Miami favorite known for their infectious rhythms and dynamic stage presence. They waste no time igniting the crowd with their rhythmic performance, seamlessly blending traditional salsa melodies with contemporary flair. The dance floor quickly fills up as concert-goers sway and twirl to the pulsating beats and latin rhythms, fully immersing themselves in the infectious energy radiating from the stage. While playing mostly covers of salsa favorites, Marlin does also inject a couple of original compositions, much to the delight of the fans.
As Marlin De La Salsa concludes his set, the anticipation for El Gran Combo reachs a fever pitch. Hailing from Puerto Rico, El Gran Combo is a household name in the world of salsa music, with a storied career spanning decades. As they take the stage, they are greeted with thunderous applause and cheers from the adoring crowd.
From the moment they strike the first chord, it is evident why El Gran Combo remains an institution in Latin music. Their impeccable musicianship, tight arrangements, and irresistible grooves captivate the audience from start to finish. Hits like “Brujeria” and “El Menu” had the sold out venue erupting into a joyous frenzy, with fans singing along at the top of their lungs and dancing with unbridled enthusiasm.
But beyond the music, there is a profound sense of collective joy and resilience that permeates the atmosphere. The return of live concerts to the Magic City Casino feels like a symbolic victory over adversity, a testament to the power of music to unite and uplift even in the darkest of times. There is much more to come, with the Magic City Casino already selling tickets for one of their most anticipated and highly attended shows, Air Supply, on March 8, 2024. The venue is hinting that big names are coming this season to the Magic City Casino.
As the night draws to a close and the final notes fade into the air, there is a bittersweet sense of satisfaction knowing that live music has once again triumphed. The Magic City Casino has brought back live shows in grand fashion, reminding us all of the enduring magic of live music and the indomitable spirit of the human soul.
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El Gran Combo
Marlin De La Salsa
All Photos © Ivan Romero
Show Date: February 16, 2024
