Miami has always had its own sound—from the Miami Bass of the 80s to the Latin pop explosion of the 90s to today's reggaeton dominance. Here are the artists and executives who built that legacy.
Gloria Estefan
The Queen of Latin Pop put Miami on the global music map. With 100+ million records sold and multiple Grammys, Estefan remains the city's most iconic musical export.
Gloria Estefan
DJ Khaled
The producer and social media phenomenon operates his empire from Miami, where his larger-than-life personality matches the city's energy.
DJ Khaled
Pitbull
Mr. 305 himself. The Miami native has become a global ambassador for the city while building a business empire that includes schools and entertainment ventures.
Pitbull
Enrique Iglesias
The Spanish-born singer made Miami his home and has sold over 170 million records worldwide, becoming one of the best-selling Latin artists of all time.
Enrique Iglesias
Miami's music industry generates over $2 billion annually and employs 15,000+ people.