CONCERT | Velasierra Quintet feat Martha Acosta : 18 August @NationalTheatre @mvelasierra

Mauricio Velasierra Quintet (featuring Marta Acosta) Street Party Music, free in Theatre Square.

17 AUGUST | TATO MARENCO & VIA 40 + EL MAYONESA + @MOVIMIENTOS DJ'S + THEY SAY JUMP @PASSINGCLOUDS

Swinging Latin, Brazilian and Tropical rhythms over two floors. Movimientos presents a debut UK show from Toto La Momposina's number one percussionist Tato Marenco playing full power Cumbia and Afro-Colombian roots rhythms, with nine musicians from his Paris based band and some of London's top Colombian players: "The cumbias, puyas, gaitas, garabatos, porros and mapalésamong others, where the force of the Afro -Colombian drums, the gaitas and indigenous flutes mixed with the European metals and the warm and sensual voices of the Caribbean, make TATO MARENCO & VIA 40 a spectacle not to miss."

PARRANDA OLIMPICA | SATURDAY, 11 AUGUST: INDEPENDIENTES DEL VALLENATO | FREE ENTRY @TheFinPub

CELEBRATE LATIN AMERICAN OLYMPIC MEDALS & THE LATIN WAY TO SAY "GRACIAS" (Thank you!) and congratulate TO ALL WORLDWIDE ATHLETES COMPETING IN LONDON 2012 - THIS SATURDAY, 11 AUGUST WITH A FREE PARRANDA OLIMPICA! DON'T MISS LIVE MUSIC By INDEPENDIENTES DEL VALLENATO ( a Mix of cumbia and vallenato classics, cumbia, nueva ola, tropi-pop and charanga ) + LATINOS IN LONDON Dj's with the best of local music + rock, ska, reggae, funk, salsa, tropical, nu-cumbia from Latin america..+ Special guests TBA.- FREE ENTRY @TheFinPub / from 9pm to 2.30am- next to Manor house Station - The Finsbury pub, 336 Green Lanes, Manor House, London, N41BY.

Majagua : 30th August, London

Majagua : South American Folk & Afro-Colombian Rhythms. A music performance of Latin American Folklore, including Cumbias, Bambucos and Joropos from Colombia and Venezuela; Corridos and Rancheras form Mexico and Valses, Carnavalitos, Guainos y Zambas from Peru, Bolivia and Argentina.

Andean Beats : 27 -28 August, London

Andean Beats will be at el Rincon Quiteno live this Saturday & Sunday 27-28 August. This band bring the best tunes from the Andes in a nice journey of each latin american country mixing folk, salsa, pop, cumbia, fusion and positive energy. Don't miss the best andean beats with Kanti Kena, Jeanette Rojas (Lokandes) Feat. Tora"El Diablo" Koike and guest musicians. Join us and bring your instrument if you want jamming!.

Pisco Disco w/ Manzana Tropical + Rumbaba Deluxe : 27 August, London

We are happy to have Chicha (Peruvian Cumbia) marvels Manzana Tropical back  for our next instalment of Pisco Disco, Southern Exposure's party night in trendy Shoreditch. Proceedings will kick off with Rumbaba Deluxe, Portobello Road regulars who will bring their seductive mix of flamenco, rumba and Spanish pop to The CAMP, all properly bookended by killer DJ sets with DJ Sudaka and DJ M...aritza (Mexico) spinning Latin vibes, World beats and Latin American rock classics.plus....lots of Pisco cocktails!!!!!

Latinos @ South West Four : 27 - 28 August

London's outdoor dance event South West Four returns to Clapham Common, for two days as a Weekender on the Bank Holiday Weekend of Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th August for its eighth year. Between the confirmed guest is Hernan Cattaneo a famous DJ from Buenos Aires and more artist to be revealed soon.

Snowboy & the Latin Section : 27th August, London

Fiery, hard driving, up tempo, authentic Afro Cuban Jazz. Critically acclaimed percussionist Snowboy has been one of the main cornerstones of the British and European Latin Jazz scene for over 15 years. The band is a “Dream Team” comprising the finest Jazz and Latin musicians based in the U.K.

Red Hot Carnival Weekend : 25-28 August, London

 

This 25th - 28th August the long weekend starts with the Red Hot carnival at Havana Fulham. Don't miss live music with Guerreros de la Musica, Guerreiros do Samba, Dj's, Bachata, salsa and much more..

Latinos @ Reading Festival 2011 : 26 -28 August

Latinos @ Reading Festival 2011 will be represented this year by Cuba Cuba, Mariachi el bronx plus others. The dates for the 87,000 capacity Reading Festival are confirmed as on the bank holiday weekend, from Friday 26th to Sunday 28th August 2011 at Little Johns Farm, Richfield Avenue, Reading, Berkshire.Rock, alternative, indie, punk, metal, with big names, breaking acts, and exclusive performances Reading Festival has it all.

Juan Zelada : 26th August, London

For Spanish singer-songwriter Juan Zelada there has always been a mystique to London and its inhabitants. Having come to the UK with just his guitar on his back and his enigmatic talent Zelada has quickly become one of the most talked about names on the scene and has enjoyed slots touring with the likes of Amy Winehouse as well as writing sessions with members of Duran Duran.

Acoustic Sessions w/ Camilo Menjura : 25th August, London

A Latin-American music 'Solo' (Guitar & vocals) from 9pm til midnight at Olive's Bar. Enjoy for FREE this acoustic Sessions w/ Camilo Menjura on thursday 25th August.

Osvaldo Torres (Chile) - "La historia del Quirquincho" LIVE! : 26th August, London

Osvaldo Torres is a folk musician and poet from Chile . It is also a scholar of culture Aymara and Illapu founder of the band. He will be joined on stage by some of the most important andean musicians based in London. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn more about this great music in London on 26th August.

El Sueño Existe - Victor Jara Festival : 25th August, London

Movimientos presents @ Rich Mix this Thursday 25th August : El Sueño Existe - Victor Jara Festival London extra! Live: Gerardo Osal (Venezuela) one of the top folk musicians direct from Venezuela + Special guests: Rompiendo Fronteras + Silvia Balducci + Film: 'Compañero' - about the life of legendary Chilean musician Victor Jara.

Los Musicos : 23rd August, London

Another nice evening of live music in the comfy room upstairs @ The Dog House. As the regulars know, there are always surprises when 'Los Musicos' play. All welcomed. If you are a musician, bring your instrument, If you are a dancer bring your shoes, if you are a simple person bring your soul. 

Domingo Candelario : 19th August, London

Domingo is one of the best kept secrets in Cuban songwriting, now based in London, Domingo has composed songs for many high profile Cuban artists including Yusa, who he regularly performed with during her early years, Carlos Manuel and Interactivo, who recorded his song Chiqui Chaca on their latest release 'Cubanos por el Mundo' (Cubans around the World) artists such as Roldan (Orishas) and Mayra Caridad Valdes (Chucho Valdes) have praised his songwriting skills.

Bachatera : 28th August, London

Passionate about delivering their Latin music to the London scene, Bachatera is a Latin Band formed of Colombian musicians playing mainly Bachata and the best of Cumbia, Merengue, Tropical and Latin dance music. Bachatera will this 26th August at Zumbale latin club located in north London.

Global Sounds Festival : 17-20 August, London

This August, Global Sounds presents a four day festival providing a rare opportunity to check out four of London’s finest bands in the beautiful intimate setting of the Green Note in Camden Town, London. Don't miss our special discount to our followers for just £5.00 - (10 tickets available only per concert) limited offer.

Marta Tchai + Malory Torr + Les Pelos Rizos : 17th August, London

 

Get ready for some crazy Latin-y folk vibes tonight as Les Pelos Rizos, Marta Tchai and Malory Torr play the Troubadour Club this 17th August @ The Troubadour Club.

Georgia Mancio : 17th August, London

 

Georgia Mancio's music reflects her Anglo Latino background. Singing in four different languages from English, to Italian, Spanish and finally Portuguese this talented musician plays a mixture of jazz, soul, Latino tying all the different genres with her beautiful and smooth voice.