SATURDAY 20TH JULY - LA DESCARGA - COLOMBIAN INDEPENENCE DAY!
DOORS: 8PM / SHOW: 9-11PM / TICKETS: $23 EARLY BIRD 1 $25 Early bird 2 OR $28 ON THE DOOR

Get ready to party! La Descarga is back at Open Studio to celebrate Colombian Independence Day with a bang! Enjoy an electrifying night of Colombian folkloric and coastal music and dance, showcasing the country's awesome tri-ethnic mix—African, Amerindian, and Spanish. Feel the rhythm, join the dance, and soak in the vibrant culture of Colombia. This isn't just a performance; it's a fiesta you won't want to miss!

Get ready to face a fearless outburst of tropicality that will tickle your brain on the dance spot!

Get your flashy get-up out. If you’re in need of a night of non-stop dancing, tropical commotions, boneshaking rhythms and explosive colourfulness, be sure to immerse yourself into La Descarga’s night of tropical boom.

This tropicality comes straight from the music and dance traditions of the Afro-Colombian regions from the Caribbean and Pacific coasts of Colombia, South America layered with the one and only Aussie power. The band has been playing for over a decade bringing closer and closer the coastal rhythms of the coffee country, also known for having a knack for throwing the best parties and its passionate people. So get ready for the fiesta and get your tropical fix!

Colombia is known as "The land of a thousand rhythms" holding over 1000 folk rhythms. La Descarga explores the roots and sounds of these many rhythms from the coasts including Cumbia, Gaita, Champeta, Porro, Currulao, Chandé, Mapalé, Tambora.

La Descarga has been influenced deeply by the street carnival cultures of Latin America with their upbeat music, colours and dance, mixing the old and the new grooves and moves of Colombian and world tropical culture; and bringing these vibes to the stage and street environments of many of Australia’s most beloved festivals including MOOMBA, Brunswick Music Festival, Australian Multicultural Festival, White Night Melbourne, Reservoir Stomp, Waterfront Festival and Darebin Music Feast.

La Descarga has released several singles including 'Eliminala', 'Chande Gozoso', and 'Alla en el Rio' and is warming up to release their debut LP in late 2024.

VENUE INFO

Limited seating is offered for all dance party events to allow for an open dance floor experience.

Open Studio offers a patio and an outdoor garden courtyard with seating.

Enjoy a variety of options, including sweet and savory crepes, cheese boards, jaffles, homemade nachos, cocktails, mocktails, and more, served until late. Vegan and Gluten Free options are available - please speak to staff if you have allergies.

Please note that all tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable, as per our no-refund policy.

This event is supported by the Victorian Government through the

Community Support Fund and Creative Victoria delivered by Music Victoria.

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