Miami is well known for being a cultural melting pot filled to the brim with the perfect blend of ethnic diversity. Black, white, Hispanic, and Asian, there is one thing that all of Miami has in common: music. Whether this be colorful Latin rhythm, harmonious country melodies, or electrifying techno beats, music seems to be built into Miami’s foundation. As fall approaches, even though it never really gets colder, there is a change that comes with the season, it is the introduction of the music festival scene.
The festival season was kicked off by a rather large event located in Wynwood, Miami called III Points. The event included an array of activities including, but not limited to: indoor skating, food, shopping venues, and most importantly DJs.
DJs oftentimes have a negative reputation as they are said to not be “real artists” because of their heavy reliance on technology. After attending III points, I can honestly say that DJs are perhaps one of the most talented group of musicians this generation has produced. The technological literacy needed to be a good DJ is highly impressive and difficult to truly master. DJs have the power to make or break the experience of a festival, making them more deserving of recognition as “real artists”.
III points showcased numerous artists such as Disclosure, Clonee, Horsegirl, Pawsa, Justice, Mochak, and many more. Each artist had a set ranging from half an hour to an hour at various times during the night. With the dark open sky, heavy neon lights, loud vibrational music, and thousands of screaming fans, the city felt electric, booming with every beat drop.
The crowd was alive making the festival more than just a concert, but an epiphany. There is a huge debate about whether experiences are worth paying for and to that my answer is simple.
Life is experiences, so why not invest in them? III Points was more than just a night of musical genius, it was a moment with my friends and myself that I will never forget.
As soon as I heard the first familiar note of latch by disclosure, I stopped and thought to myself, “This is a moment I’ll never live again”.
This is the essence of the music festival culture. It’s not about who’s playing or where it is, it’s about rejoicing in who you are at that moment and celebrating life in a uniting way. From 40-year-old mothers to teenagers graduating high school, everyone appreciates a good beat drop. The simplicity in this universal joy is beautiful.
After much consideration, I have concluded that experiences are more important than just the sum paid. III points was an event that will replay in my memory forever, making it truly worth every dollar I spent. After all, money comes and goes, but experiences only exist once in a lifetime.
