Through Miamibloco and ROOTS OF SAMBA, I am intentionally choosing a different path: one where the voltage, spectacle, and joy remain, but the root stays visible, named, and celebrated as unequivocally Black.

Step into the pulse of Miami, where children’s laughter, drumbeats, and the joyful chants of Bahia’s legendary Ilê Aiyê collide in a celebration of culture, resilience, and hope—this is more than a performance; it’s a living promise that every one of us has the power and duty to shape our city with our voices, our presence, and our spirit for generations to come.

Miamibloco Bateria Saideira plays LIVE with Legendary Ilê Aiyê at Inffinito Festival Sept. 6th 2025 (Miami Beach Bandshell)

Travel to Brazil Without Leaving Miami: The Ultimate Date Plan. Experience Brazil in Wynwood with a Welcoming Roda De Samba by Miamibloco’s Pagode De Mesa, and YOU.

Looking for the best date idea to experience authentic Brazilian culture—no passport required? Escape to the heart of Wynwood for Miamibloco’s PAGODE DE MESA Roda de Samba Raiz, a family-style pagode and samba night where locals, Latinos, Brazilians, and music lovers from all backgrounds are welcomed with open arms. It’s the next best thing to booking a ticket to Rio!

📍Casa La Rubia October 4th and November 1st 2025 7pm.

Dive into the pulse of Brazil with our latest YouTube drops: two sizzling “Magalenha” live sessions featuring Miamibloco Bateria Saideira, Gilmar Gomes, Boka Reis, and Thito Camargo. Feel the raw energy, infectious rhythms, and pure joy of samba as we bring you the sounds lighting up Miami’s global music scene. Hit play and discover your new favorite beat

Here’s my conversation with SuOm—urban planner, artist, and one of the visionary forces behind this Miami-made bloco with Brazilian roots. Tati Cesso, Brazilcore “Becoming Brazilian”