Always breaking new ground, always crossing the border, world music festival La Linea 09 will presents two world premiere collaborations, five UK debuts, a special focus on music from Catalonia (Spain) and a couple of films.
Schedule:
Orquesta Típica Fernández Fierro
+ Pascal Comelade
Acoustic tango from Buenos Aires
This UK debut for 12-piece acoustic Buenos Aires band driven by 3 violins and four bandoneons is sure to get the pulses beating of anyone who loves tango. Support from acclaimed Catalan composer Pascal Comelade who has worked with Yann Tiersen, PJ Harvey & more.
Barbican
Tuesday 14 Apr 7.30pm
0844 848 8434
La Linea
Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra
with Omar Puente Group
Venezuela’s finest meet the UK’s best Latin musicians
Members of Venezuela’s acclaimed orchestra collaborate with UK-based ace Cuban violinist Omar Puente and his band in a special show featuring wild improvisation and big band fireworks. Unique live magic.
Royal Festival Hall Southbank Centre
Friday 17 April 9.30pm
0871 663 2500
La Linea
Peret: 50 Years of Rumba Catalana
+ La Troba Kung-Fú
With his vibrant mix of flamenco and Latin American styles, Barcelona’s King of Rumba Catalana and his big band make their UK debut. La Troba Kung-Fú support with their infectious blend of Rumba Catalana and cumbia.
Barbican
Saturday 18 April 7.30pm
0844 848 8434
La Linea
Vanessa da Mata
UK debut for a great new voice from Brazil. Singer songwriter Vanessa da Mata wrote songs for Daniela Mercury and Chico Cesar, and toured with Black Uhuru before breaking through with her third album Sim and a collaboration with Ben Harper. Presented in association with Jungle Drums.
Koko
Sunday 26 April Doors 7pm0870 145 1115
La Linea
Ojos de Brujo
+ Kumar
Hip Hop Flamenkillo
Barcelona’s hip hop flamenkillo collective play their first show in the UK since 2007 and give the live premiere to tracks from their new album Aocaná. Support comes from rising Cuban hip hop star Kumar.
Roundhouse
Monday 27 April Doors 7pm
0844 482 8008
La Linea
Spanish Bombs: Tropical Tribute to The Clash
In a highly-anticipated world-premiere concert, appealing to fans of both The Clash and Latin music in general – the legendary band’s repertoire is brought to life by guest vocalists and musicians from some of the hottest Latin bands on the planet. These include members of Café Tacuba, Plastilina Mosh, King Chango, Sergent Garcia, Amparanoia, Alejandro Escovedo and more tba.
Barbican
Tuesday 28 April 7.30pm
0844 848 8434
La Linea
Alejandro Escovedo
Rare solo show for the great Mexican American singer songwriter.
Bush Hall
Thursday 30 April 7.30pm
08700 600100
La Linea
Café de los Maestros (U)
A must-see ‘Buena Vista Social Club’ for tango fans, which charts the legendary gathering of veteran musicians from tango’s golden age during the 40s and 50s for a concert at Buenos Aires’ Teatro Colón. A labour of love from La Linea favourite, Gustavo Santaolalla. The film is presented before the show by Orquesta Tipica Fernandez Fierro and in advance of the Café de los Maestros live show at Barbican on June 26.
USA/Brazil/UK/Argentina 2008 Dir. Miguel Kohan 90 min.
Barbican/ Cinema 3
Tuesday 14 April 5pm
0844 848 8434
La Linea
Walker (18)
With a score composed entirely by Joe Strummer of The Clash, Alex Cox’s film follows the 19th century Latin American exploits of soldier-of-fortune William Walker. Strummer also plays a small walk-on part in this eccentric, yet serious look at the relationship between the US and Central America. Screened before Tropical Tribute to The Clash.
USA/Mexico/Spain 1987 Dir. Alex Cox 94 min.
Barbican Cinema 1
Tuesday 28 April 5.30pm 0844 848 8434
Liverpool Philharmonic Hall
0151 709 3789
Ojos de Brujo
+ Kumar
Fri 1 May 7.30pm
Spanish Bombs: Tropical Tribute to The Clash
Sat 2nd May
Tickets for all shows and more information online at www.comono.co.uk/lalinea
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