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Introducing himself as Orlando Mendez and referring to his stage persona as the \"Cuban Cowboy,\" Mendez said he was born and raised in Miami and described taking his show to Nashville. “I took this show to Nashville, Tennessee where I've been out there representing not only my city, but my culture and my people,” Mendez said.

During the set he referenced a recent release he identified as \"Whiskey on Lonely\" and told the crowd a new single, \"Modern Day Pirates,\" would be released on Friday, July 11. Mendez thanked the audience for streaming music on platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube and encouraged listeners to follow him on Instagram and TikTok.

Band members named on stage included Stan Hubin (lead guitar), Reece Sortingberg (bass), Blake Evans (drums) and Sebastian Lani (acoustic and electric). Mendez closed his set by thanking veterans and first responders and by repeating his appreciation to the City of Doral for hosting the event.

The remarks and promotions were part of a concert-style segment of the city’s Independence Day programming and did not include any municipal actions or policy proposals.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City of Doral - July 4th 2025 Show","oneSentenceSummary","Performer Orlando Mendez played a country set at Doral Central Park on July 4, spoke about his background as a second-generation Cuban American and promoted his single \"Whiskey on Lonely\" and a new release scheduled for July 11 called \"Modern Day Pirates.\"","taxTitle","Events, Doral, Miami-Dade County, Florida","taxId",80523,"location","Florida","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6178821,"Doral marks Independence Day with concerts, family activities and a 25-minute fireworks show",9249,3122115,12372000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5211485-b98778bcda621b61f82ac5c619d7d072&start=3122&end=12372","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5211485-b98778bcda621b61f82ac5c619d7d072/thumbnail_3122115.jpg","/articles/6178821/Florida/Doral-marks-Independence-Day-with-concerts-family-activities-and-a-25-minute-fireworks-show","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6178821-8247a91a774365bffa8d0b78fc6f298f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771109385&Signature=N0Tic13cMjVCy1gtMfl2Oy-xI~xvLwZQC64SP9ZJRX6A7dPtAr4q95v273YjWHukQF2nUxosYeDgm3w~aUD6x1hKlaQjYzEWLYhyBO8B2rJBMN6ZvuMbu-JonMtkZt3ao-Y3lf08lvG4cTI6t7cL3VuxbeouZuRftAv4xMjxUwnJoNzgRj15OHjYmDVemEzlrisV4uj4TDT0Kz~Mxq7QmFkz0fDd9WLSIsbsrpCXlVSsQmKqyGGheD2X-mwWsa8rAiE5lov2QVHSIuY1wKrh8BD0K3RqFccgw9w5EOzt6rqwrDaC1pV8E8XadNjVzWzV2~0wFb2nAf4nm9~3PAhmoQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Doral presented a July 4 Independence Day celebration at Doral Central Park that combined live music, family activities and a fireworks finale.

Mayor (name not specified) opened remarks at the event, framing the evening as more than entertainment: “Tonight is more than fireworks and festivities,” the mayor said, urging the crowd to reflect on gratitude and service. The mayor described Doral as “a mosaic of cultures and backgrounds” and thanked veterans and first responders for their service.

Event organizers provided practical information to attendees throughout the evening. Announcements listed a 400-foot zip line priced at $10 per ride, face-painting and other family activities, and directed attendees to a trolley service running to overflow parking locations until 11:30 p.m. Staff announced that lights would be dimmed at 9:10 p.m. with the fireworks display beginning at 9:20 p.m., describing the fireworks program as a “jaw dropping 25 minute fireworks spectacular.”

Performances included sets from Orlando Mendez, Lucy Grau and the Miami Elite Band, and Sugar (also billed as Suga), among others; the national anthem was sung by Miguel Montgomery, identified by the host as a Doral resident. DJ Dennis and Infinity Sound Productions were credited for sound and lighting during the event.

Organizers closed the program with a reminder about transportation and safety: trolley service was reiterated as available until 11:30 p.m., and staff advised families to stay together when lights were turned off for the fireworks sequence.

The event combined patriotic remarks from city officials, performances from local and visiting artists, and vendor and sponsor booths positioned around the park. No formal votes or governmental actions took place during the celebration.","The City of Doral held a July 4 celebration at Doral Central Park featuring local performers, an address from the mayor, a zip line and a 25-minute fireworks finale; organizers reminded attendees of logistics including a $10, 400-foot zip line and trolley service running until 11:30 p.m.","actionData","errors"]

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Orlando Mendez plays Doral, promotes new single and upcoming release

Doral marks Independence Day with concerts, family activities and a 25-minute fireworks show