Radio Revolucion play Latin Reggae-Ska Punk with strong influences from London underground sounds like Jazz, Drum’n’Bass and Dub. They mix their music with fiery lyrics in the name of conciousness, rebellion and party in the true spirit of their idols Joe Strummer and Manu Chao.

Originally created in 2004 by Jurgi, Ruth and Julian gigs in Berlin and at the Carnaval Del Pueblo in London followed. Last year drummer Christina and Trumpet player Rowan Porteous joined the band and they have since played in the Refugee on Films festival and alongside DJ Manu Chao himself at a recent secret party hosted by cultural organisation Movimientos.

Oddjob was born in 2005 through a love of funk. Mixing the grooves of the late 60s/70s, Afrobeat and Latin/Caribbean carnival rhythms (and a hint of flamenco), ODDJOB's world-funk brew is designed to wipe out the worries of modern life and make you dance! So polish your dancing shoes and get ready....

“Oddjob brought their unique brand of Afro-Latin flavoured jazz to the stage and within minutes had the huge crowd eating out of their hands. By the time the sax led outfit reached the end of their performance the crowd were crying out for more!!"
Dom Servini (Wah Wah Live, Cargo)

Kogui

This group of inspiring young musicians bring a fresh twist to the rhythms, dances and melodies from the Caribbean coast of Colombia. With the sounds of Tambores, voices, flutes and guitars that have been passed down through the generations, in keeping with the roots of the music, a mixture of African, Indigenous Indian and European influences. Their vibrant performance is guaranteed to get people dancing and singing along.

Hip Hop, Reggaeton, Merengue & Salsa Fusion!

Le Pico

A mixture of styles and genres, from the most exquisite Chill Out to Disco and Deep House that will easily guide you to the surrounding vibe of Brazilian Beats and Broken Beats, LE PICÓ is a creative container that holds a collection of sounds which recreate a multicultural life
Le Picó is a name that withholds an open interpretation; it could derivate from the Spanish mix of Words for the vinyl player, a reference to a mosquito sting or maybe a nickname given by a lovely grandmother to the creator of this entire project. However you want to see it, the essence of Le Picó is a free creative spirit just like the man behind the concept, who grew up in a completely musical environment, and launched himself to the production world over 10 years ago.

Widescreen are a 3-piece electronic/flamenco global beat act. Originated by the 70's Prog/Classical Guitarist David Clark Allen of Carmen fame. Their music is a fascinating mix of Classical Spanish Flamenco, Mediterranean and eastern European groove and electronic beats. At times it seems quiet purist and then it will magically shift into the outer-worldly yet always flowing always remaining exciting and uplifting. Since their beginnings last year they have already supported Ojos De Brujo, Eliades Ochoa and Buena Vista Social Club!! Expect something special from this fast rising group.

The Latin Dub Sound System is about big bass lines, carnival rhythms, and that moment when the music just makes you want to lose control. It’s a genre defying live sound that incorporates Latin percussion, house-driven melodies, dub beats, uplifting vocals, flamenco guitars, Mambo horns and hip hop.

Cuban Hip-Hop, free-style King
(Reggaeton/Hip Hop Cubano)

Papo Record, Andrés Daniel Rivalta Hechevarría first joined the hip hop movement as member of the ‘Projecto F’ group with whom he reached third place in Havana’s “Rap Plaza” Festival of 1996. The following year he was won the award for best freestyle. Finally in 1998, he won the Grand Award at the 4th Cuban Rap Festival in Havana, which led him to record his first demo “Ojalá”. Since then, Papo began performing around Cuba; his tracks appearing in every Cuban hip hop compilation ever made (e.g. the Cuban Hip Hop all Stars) and his name and work mentioned and reviewed in every local and international media outlet featuring articles and/or news on Cuban hip hop.

Forbes Henderson and Claudia Figueroa play a wide range of music from Chile and Latin America. Forbes is an acomplished classical guitarrist with many years of experience and Claudia has played and sung with amongst others, John Williams and Working Week. Forbes and Claudia were members of Incantation for many years and hold Gold Discs from their time with the group. Incantation were renowned for their soundtrack for the film The Mission. Forbes and Claudia formed part of the standing music group for the Ballet Rambert National tour of Ghost Dances.

Pisadas del sol, a duo show with the evocative voice of Sofia Buchuck showcasing South American music, including Peruvian Huaynos, Ecuadorian, Chilean and Argentinian songs as well as her own compositions, accompanied by the talented Ivan Gutierrez.

Sofia Buchuck awarded best Latin American artists 2005/06 brings poems from legendary poets Vallejo, Neruda, and Benedetty with magical panpipes and music accompaniment. Ivan Gutierrez, from the Cusco school of music, is a versatile musician who plays different instruments, Charango and wind Andean instruments. Sharing instruments with Sofia and combining their voices in the ancestral songs of Basija de Barro or in the Peruvian Trova.

Please see more information on Sofia's website