Sweat Records
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Sweat Records

Miami, Florida

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An independent record store, vegan cafe, and community hub in Little Haiti that embodies everything great about Miami's underground. The vinyl selection is deep in punk, electronic, hip-hop, Latin, and Caribbean music. The in-store shows are intimate and legendary. There's a vegan smoothie bar called Lester's attached, because of course there is.

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Dig through the local section — Miami artists you won't find anywhere else. Check the marquee for in-store performances.

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