Havana Santiago - Carnival
Sat 3 March 8pm - 1am
Free
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HAVANA SANTIAGO TOUCHES DOWN IN EAST LONDON
From 2 - 4 March, people will be invited to a Havana inspired cultural takeover at East London’s Rich Mix.
DJ sets from Thristian, Mr Bongo Soundsystem, Charlie Dark, Vince Vella, Femi and Tic
On Saturday 3rd March, the Rich Mix will be given a rumba makeover, where special guests will dig out their rarest Afro Latin influenced records from deep within their crates, for one night only, to create an unforgettable global roots style house party.
A selection of freestyle sounds will be spun by some of the country’s finest DJs led by Thristian bPm, supported by Charlie Dark (Blacktronica) and including guests from the Brownswood label, NTS Live Vince Vella and Mr Bongo, making this a night not to be missed. The music will be an inspired mix of afro latin and electronic drum rhythms.
Havana Santiago is a modern day remix of Cuban culture showcased in a contemporary East London setting; offering a fresh, compelling and unique insight into the country’s cultural heritage. It is also a celebration and culmination of many of the gifted creatives who have worked with Havana Club over the years to continue to educate and inspire the UK audience.
The three day long exhibition has been carefully curated by Boiler Room’s very own Thristian bPm and will feature a host of extra special guests including Charlie Dark, who will be on hand to host the weekend proceedings. The takeover will include photography, films, Afro Latin inspired music and a Cuba inspired street market.
The inspiration for Havana Santiago, started early last year when photographer Pia Ebrill and Thristian boarded a flight to Cuba to capture the colour, sights, sounds, people and the music of Havana. Over 14 days, Pia and Thristian travelled 1,720 miles from Havana right across to Santiago de Cuba gathering photos, sounds and inspiration to bring back to London. The reportage style shots were taken using a small point- and- shoot a camera instead of a 35mm SLR; creating shots evocative of film stills and consequently a more unique glimpse into a world which has been documented by so many.
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