The record label that specialises in reissues of Peruvian music, Ritmo del Barrio and Grow Hackney present “Chicha Por Favor” an excursion into Peruvian Cumbia, also known as Chicha!!
They’re an exciting new Latin act from London playing the form of Peruvian Cumbia known as Chicha. Having been brought up immersed in London's thriving Latin American musical community. Young musicians Manuy and Cleyder Figueroa began the project inspired by the heritage of their motherland in Peru.
Their music incorporates a homage to classic Peruvian acts including Grupo Nectar, Los Pakines and Chacalon as well as Latin legends such as Santana combined with a strong London sensibility.
Manzana's live set comprises some reinterpretations of Chicha classics and some original songs.
Paskal Rough & Tough (Cool Breeze)
Paskal is a music enthusiast and record collector of variegated music genres, with a main focus on the vintage sounds of the 60s and 70s from Jamaica, the Caribbean and Latin America. He also runs “Cool Breeze” a music night focused on the vintage sounds of the American tropics travelling restlessly across the Caribbean islands and the Latin American borders. A musical journey from the Peruvian Andes to the Colombian coasts, listening to the pungent lyrics of the calypsonians from Panama and feeling the African-inspired drums of the French Antilles, soaking the low frequencies of the Jamaican bass lines and dancing at the hypnotic melodies of the Mexican accordions... and beyond.
TOMOKO (aka Lady Kamikaze)
She collects and spins music from the 30’s - 70’s Jazz, Swing, Rhythm & Blues, Soul, Funk, Gospel and Afro-Latin & Caribbean Sounds on 45rpm & 78rpm. Her eclectic mix of vintage music takes you toa whirlwind musical dance experience.
Independent record label based in London, UK, Ritmo del Barrio has been focused on the exploration of vintage Latin American music with special attention to Peruvian Cumbia, also known as Chicha.
Founded in 2021, RDB reissues feature Peruvian artists of the calibre of Cuarteto Universal, Los Shapis, Julio Mau y Los Imbatibles and Los Dexters de Uchiza; collaborating and working together with historical Peruvian labels like Discos Horóscopo, Music Shop Peru’ and Sono Radio.
Free before 9pm, 9pm £6, 10pm £7
Standing Tickets: Our tickets provide access to the standing area, allowing you to immerse yourself in the energy of the event. Reserved Tables: While our tickets do not include a table, we encourage you to book one in advance to secure your preferred spot. 30% of our tables are held back for walk-ins, so there’s still a chance to grab a table on the day of the event. If you’d like a table, please visit OpenTable to make a reservation. Arriving early is recommended to secure your seating.
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