Peruvian Guitar and Andean Folklore with Julio Humala
One of the greatest Peruvian guitarists of Andean Popular music is offering a concert this afternoon. Don’t miss the chance to see him perform: Julio Humala en concierto
5:30-8:30pm
Bar El Balcon
3466 N Pulaski Chicago
Donation: $15
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Spanglish Rock Every Sunday
Cobra Lounge 235 North Ashland
Sundays, 8pm – 2am.
DJ’s + Live Music every Sunday.
El Frozty, Resistol 5000 + Live Performances
Drink Specials: $3 Victoria or Corona · $3 Jameson shot / $4 cocktail · $3 Patron shot / $4 cocktail
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Latin and World music tonight at ñ
The people at ñ invite us to join them tonight for their Latin night with DJ Charrua. They promise a great atmosphere, authentic Latin food and exotic cocktails along with great Latin music that includes salsa, bachata, merengue, mambo, cumbia and electronic music.
The people from Mixed Motion art invites you to a night of awesome music and dance performances by some of our good friends of the Salsa/Mambo scene and beyond!
Music by El Caobo
$10 donation at the door
Mixed Motion Art
2355 N. Milwaukee Ave. www.mixedmotionart.com
773-888-1MMA
$10 cover
9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
FEx 1st Saturdays @ Sub-T guest DJ JESSE DE LA PENA & MR. JAYTOO
$5 Cover / 21 & OVER
2011 West North Ave
Chicago, I
10pm-3am
1st Saturday of every month @ Sub-T!! AFROBEAT – BHANGRA – KUDURO – BAILE FUNK – BRAZILIAN – DUBSTEP – REGGAE – LATIN – & other worldly rhythms infused with chest pounding bass, dirty synth and hypnotic drums.
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Las Guitarras de Espana CD Release Concert featuring music by Patricia Ortega
Tantas Cosas, the fifth CD release by Las Guitarras de Espana, features compositions by long-time collaborator and band member, Patricia Ortega. Tantas Cosas (which translates to “Many Things”) continues to add musical flavors to the Spanish guitar-based mix, borrowing influences from West African music, pop ballads, 60’s rock and Gypsy jazz.
Mayne Stage 7.30pm Concert
1328 W Morse Ave, Chicago
Megitza Quarter Live & Balkanksie Disco with DJ Romasoul
The band is fronted by Malgorzata Babiarz – also an upright bass player – with her strong, expressive voice and a Highlander Gypsy soul, Andreas Kapsalis, -an exceptional guitarist of a Greek descent, who uses a unique technique of finger tapping and incorporates his guitar’s body as percussion instrument, together with Marek Lichota – a Polish bayan virtuoso, and all backed by an excellent innovative drummer Jamie Gallagher, who uses a hybrid, multicultural drum set.
9pm at Cafe Nanuco’s (651 W Railroad, Round Lake, IL) (847) 740-3540
Cover: $10
Soda Stereo is one of the biggest Latin Rock bands in recent history. The vocalist of the group, Gustavo Cerati, has been in coma for 11 months, and the people from Rockoticlan Chicago had the brilliant idea to pay tribute to him and the band with a series of concerts featuring New Jersey’s band RUIDO BLANKO. I attended the first concert last Thursday and I was highly impressed by the performance of this band. Their rendition of Soda Stereo’s songs is very close to the originals. If you can make it to Round Lake tonight, don’t miss the chance to go see them. Here is a sample of their concert last Thursday
– GLOBE SONICO @ Cafe D’Noche
2710 N. Milwaukee Ave. 10pm-3am
Join Aguzate & Sound Culture on Fridays and Saturdays as they remix the world!
They’ll be hanging out and playing the best in Afro Latin, Tropical Bass, Global beats and International grooves in the heart of Logan Square.
D’Noche is an intimate lounge that serves up cocktails and pan-latin cuisine. (Kitchen is open until 11 pm). Patio is open.Free Parking in the Rear.
See menu and drink selection: dnochechicago.com
No Cover, Drink Specials, Friends, Family, and Global Grooves.
Salsa Saturdays at Alhambra Palace-Nabori live on stage
1240 W. Randolph Chicago, IL
$15
Grand Opening night of Saturdays of Salsa at Alhambra Palace with DJ FRANKIE J & DJ PRIETO
This has become one of Chicago’s biggest Latin Nights. Come out and see what the buzz is about. The organizers promise beautiful people, great food and terrific atmosphere that only Alhambra Palace can offer.
Nomadic Fridays is a monthly event on the first Friday of every month at Morseland. It features Ode, and indie band that just released their new album “Peephole” and Eyes Manouche, a gypsy dance band that has its own take on music from the Balkans. If you haven’t been to one of these parties you are missing out. It’s a night of great music, energy, friends, and dancing.
With: DJ RomaSoul Balkan Beats-World House Electro
Morseland 10pm $7
1218 W.Morse, Chicago
Tonight and tomorrow: Latin Rock Weekend in Chicago
Have one or two evenings of Latin Rock at Congress Theater (2135 N. Milwaukee, Chicago) with US State Department Cultural Ambassadors from Los Angeles Ozomatli (their music takes you around the world by taking you around L.A.) and Mexican Ska group Panteon Rococo. For only $20.00 you get entrance to both dates. Or if you would only like to attend 1 concert each ticket is $10. Proceeds from ticket sales will be going to Immaculate Conception Elementary School. Click here for more information about the event.
Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm
Globe Sonico at Cafe D’Noche
2710 N. Milwaukee Ave.
World music DJs from Aguzate and Soundculture will be hanging out and playing the best in Afro Latin, Tropical Bass, Global beats and International grooves in the heart of Logan Square.
D’Noche is an intimate lounge that serves up fantastic cocktails and pan-latin cuisine.
(Kitchen is open until 11 pm).
Patio is open! Free Parking in the Rear!
Global Fridays & Bombay Wraps presents MagMahal w/ DJ Kuki at NV Penthouse Lounge
116 W Hubbard Chicago 9pm
DJ Kuki fuses Indian Beats with Hip-Hop and Top 40! Hookahs for rent on the Outdoor Patio! Wristband and Bottle Packages too!
No cover
Deep Rooted : “Sounds from the Underground”
Every 1st and 3rd Friday, resident DJs SEAN HALEY and SEANO play deep house, afro beath, broken beat and disco. Organic drinks, awesome beer list, and weekly drink specials will be available.
A few days ago I had the pleasure to have an open-heart conversation with Chicagoan singer and composer Patricia Ortega from Las Guitarras de Espana. I met Patty during my flamenco studies at Wendy Clinard’s Studio. I had the chance to dance to her beautiful singing during Wendy’s open houses, but I had no idea that she was also a composer. I was greatly impressed when she told me she is about to release a CD that is featuring her work in collaboration with Las Guitarras de Espana. The album is titled “Tantas Cosas” (So Many Things), and as the title indicates, this CD has many musical styles that reflect Chicago’s rich cultural diversity. Patty took the forefront on this CD, and taking Spanish guitar as the foundation, the compositions are spiced up with touches borrowed from African, Brazilian, Arab, Indian, Funk, and Rap genres. Patty herself is the product of cultural fusion: She was born and raised in Chicago, but her mom is from Mexico and her dad from Cuba, and as a child, the family parties were infused with Mexican Folk music, Cuban Son, and Flamenco. She mentions that pop, rock, R&B, Mexican ranchera, and artists such as Cafeta Cuba, Ojos de Brujo, Chambuco, Concha Buika, Lila Downs, and Michael Jackson are the inspiration for her compositions.
Patty also borrowed excerpts from her own personal journey during the last two years to write the songs for this album. She has lived “tantas cosas” so intensely during this time that she had plenty of inspiration to create. The CD is a journal in which love is the main protagonist. Patty has poured her heart in these compositions and writes about the joy of being in love, of the sadness of unrequited love, of the pain felt when a relationship ends, of the tender love that a mother feels for her daughter, and also about learning to love unconditionally and live in the present moment. Here are some songs from the CD for your enjoyment:
You can buy the CD at www.the guitarsofspain.com. Also, if you would like to be part of the CD release party, then go to Mayne Stage this Saturday June 4 at 7:30 pm. The show promises to be amazing. There will be 25 performers on stage, including Las Guitarras de Espana large ensemble, dancers and guest artists such as Satya, Silvia Manrique from Beaba do Samba, and New-York based Alfonso Cid and his flamenco rock band Dientes de Caramelo. You can get tickets to the show here.
Wanna win a Free CD of TANTAS COSAS? Then visit my Facebook page (www.facebook.com/chicagourbanite), post “I LIKE CHICAGO URBANITE” on my wall, and have your friends comment on your post saying that they were referred by you. Winner is the one getting the most comments. Contest ends tomorrow June 2nd at 10 am. Good luck!
Toquechicago is an ensemble dedicated to the exposure of Afro-Cuban folkloric music. The core members of the ensemble are strongly rooted in Afro-Cuban music, having studied with renown Afro-Cuban masters such as the late Jesus Alphonso from Matanzas and Regino Jimenez from Havana. All of the members of Toquechicago are all well known percussionists and musicians that come from a variety of musical styles and genres.
Would you like to experience something different this afternoon? Then come and celebrate Memorial Day with Tenor Luis Antonio Galvez and the Canchis Canchis Girls Tina Pappademos and Cynthia Zimmermanat at Taste of Peru restaurant (6545 N. Clark Chicago). They will interpreting a varied array of songs that go from Peruvian traditional songs to musical theater and operatic Pavarotti songs. Contrary to what some may think about opera singing performances, this show is not formal or stiff, all the contrary, Galvez says, it is very relaxed and fun. The show starts at 5pm. For more information call the restaurant at 773 381 4540
Do you want to get infused with high energy and feel like you are working out while having fun? Then try a Bhangra party. The highly aerobic steps of this Indian dance from the Punjabi region will put your heart to work and feel joy while doing it. If you want to try it tonight, go to Bhangratheque’s party. Here is the information:
DJ REKHA- Memorial Day Sunday
DJ Rekha is an eclectic DJ, producer, curator and founder of Basement Bhangra. She was named “Ambassador of Bhangra” by the New York Times as well as “one of the most influential South Asians in the United States” by Newsweek.
Sunday, May 29th, 2011
Memorial Day Weekend | Everyone off the next day
DARKROOM
2210 W Chicago Avenue
Doors 9pm | 21+ only
$10 advance tickets (www.bhangratheque.com)| $15 at the door
(Advance ticket holders get priority entry)
Also on turntables:
DJ Jimmy Singh
Rice The Sound Transmitter
Special bhangra dance performance by “Hareepa! Chicago” at 9.30pm
Festive Fandango with Jarochicanos and the Socialists at Colibri Gallery.Fandangos are community celebrations that feature Son Jarocho music and dance, a genre from Southern Veracruz, Mexico, which combines Afro-Caribbean, Spanish and indigenous traditions.
Soul, Jazz & Afro-Latin rhythms with SOULPHONETICS‘s monthly Dance Syndrome event at Butterfly Social Club. I attended this event last month and I had a blast. Couldn’t stop dancing. Special guest for this Saturday: Afro-Puerto Rican group Nuestro Tambo. No cover
The guys from Bandoleros are inviting us to pashachicago this Saturday, May 28th to celebrate the release of their new album. Everyone in attendance will get a free copy of the new CD.
Fareed Haque‘s Flat Earth Ensemble will be at The Green Mill incorporating the charismatic dance and folk music of his Punjabi roots in India and Pakistan with the traditions of American jazz and funk. More information about this band at Fareed Haque and the Flat Earth Ensemble
Last but not least, for those of you who are fond of Latin pop music, Mexican pop star Luis Miguel is performing in Chicago tonight http://ow.ly/54KHN
You can also go to my facebook page at www.facebook.com/chicagourbanite for more detailed information of these events and artists. Click on the “like” page to receive automatic notifications. Thanks and have a Happy Friday!
When: Sunday, May 23, 2010 1:00 pm
Where: International House, Assembly Hall
1414 East 59th Street, Chicago, IL
Description:
FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2010
A global carnival for the campus and community.
Cost: $5 admission before 2 PM. $10 afterwards. Free for I-House residents with proper identification.
Children under 12 get in FREE.
International House at the University of Chicago
1414 E. 59th street, Chicago, IL, 60637
What: Enjoy a wide range of performances and food from across the globe while donating to an important cause. ALL ADMISSION PROCEEDS for this event will go to UChicago for Haiti relief efforts. This year’s performing artists include:
– THE MIGHTY SPARROW
– GINGARTE CAPOEIRA
– DUKATI
– SOUTH ASIAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
– MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE TROUPE
– BALKANSKI IGRI
– TAMBOULA
– ANILA SINHA FOUNDATION DANCE GROUP
– HOOKED ON DRUMS
– TRIO DE CARNIVAL
– FITZGERALD’S MARTIAL ARTS
When: Doors open at 12:30 PM on Sunday, May 23.
1 – 3 PM: Cultural performances and activities + international food booths.
3 – 5 PM: Trinidadian musician and calypso legend THE MIGHTY SPARROW: dance concert featuring lively Caribbean sounds from a historic artist.
7 – 9 PM: FREE Middle Eastern Music Ensemble Concert.
SPECIAL THANKS TO CO-SPONSORS:
John W. Boyer, Dean of the College
Student Government
Graduate Council
Latino Law Students Association
WHPK
International House Residents’ Council
Contact: International House
773-753-2274
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