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Don’t Think About Not Attend The Alocubano Salsa Festival

It Starts On October 7th in Stockholm, Sweden

Dos hombres vestidos de blanco y un hombre con chaqueta y sombrero azul
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One of the most anticipated Afro-Caribbean events in Stockholm (Sweden) is the Alocubano Salsa Festival. This year, as usual, they will focus on the culture of the Cuban island and will once again do magic with the multiple Bootcamps led by Cuban instructors of trajectory that will focus on the technical development of each dancer that will make them feel comfortable and at home.

To maintain public health security, the Swedish government has drawn up a plan for the lifting of restrictions concerning the COVID-19 pandemic and a return to a more normal daily life. This derogation is based on the gradual elimination of limitations in the country with a maximum of five steps: The first step refers to the extension of restaurant openings until 10:30 PM and releases in the maximum amount of participation in activities at the open-air (Coming from June 1st, 2021). Steps two and three continue with the permission to give training and hold meetings in general without limits of square meters in open and closed spaces (It came into effect from July 1st, 2021). The fourth and fifth steps are estimated to be exposed in mid-September of this current year.

For this reason and in compliance with the measures adopted by the Swedish government, the Alocubano Salsa Festival will be held in 2021 with the main Latin genres of the moment Bachata, Cuban Salsa, Top Mambo, and urban music on four dance floors with eight Spanish-speaking DJs: DJ Javier La Rosa, DJ La’Fe, and DJ Flecha will mix the best Cuban Salsa, while DJ Soto-Mayor and DJ Raymon will make sure the attends do not leave the dance floor with the Reggeaton, moreover, DJ York and DJ DLux will do the same to the rhythm of Bachata, and similarly DJ Mauri will be mixing the best music for Top Mambo.

Venue: Royal Park Stockholm. Frösundaviks allé 15, 169 03 Solna, Sweden

Choose Your Bootcamp

Instructor de baile con camisa blanca y pantalón negro.
During the event, there will be filming and photographs that may include images of private participants

In the Bootcamps, participants will have the opportunity to be in small groups of 20 people, thus achieving a more personalized treatment during the four intensive hours of class, distributed as follows: two hours on Thursday night and the last two night hours will be finished on Friday. Additionally, you will learn a unique and exclusive choreography that you will perform with Cuban instructors on stage during the party on Saturday. (This participation is not mandatory).

Mambo Fusion: Designed for intermediate and advanced dancers. They will have a dress code that will be announced days before the event. The Cuban instructors are Rodrigo & Asya.

Bachata Traicionera: Four intensive hours of exclusive training. Instructors: Sergio and Ana. Level: Intermediate / Advanced. For the performance in the Sergio and Ana show, the participants will use a dress code that will be announced days before the event.

Cuban Salsa: It will last four hours divided into two hours of night practice on Thursday and the remaining two hours will be dictated on Friday. The choreography will be given by Cuban teachers: Seo Fernández and Bárbara Jiménez in individual Bootcamps. Level: Intermediate / Advanced. Essential dress code. The announcement will be on the eve of the event.

Date: Thursday, October 7th – Sunday, October 10th

Full Pass: 210 EUR

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Extraordinary Concert with Havana D’ Primera & Alexander Abreu

Orquesta Havana D 'Primera despidiéndose en el escenario con luces azules
Before the concert, there will be two hours of the workshop, followed by Latin parties (before and after HDP) with DJ Soto Mayor and DJ La’Fe

Havana D’ Primera is a Cuban timba band founded by Alexander Abreu in 2007 and made up of 17 of the best Cuban musicians. The orchestra is led by the main composer Abreu, who has stood out for his melodic voice and ability to fuse genres through Salsa such as Jazz, Funk, and other Afro-Cuban rhythms.

“Since its inception, the band has released five studio albums and one live album. Following the release of the debut album Haciendo Historia with EGREM in 2009, its first release for the record label Páfata Productions, Pasaporte in 2012, received favorable reviews from the international press and was voted one of the best Latin alternative albums of the year.

Likewise, they have followed the success of “Pasaporte” with four more albums, released through Páfata Productions, and the last one in co-production with Cuban Producciones Abdala. “La Vuelta al Mundo” was released in 2015. A live album, “Haciendo Historia LIVE”, arrived in 2016, and then “Cantor del Pueblo” in early 2018, earning the orchestra a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Salsa Album.

Finalmente, en 2021 se edita el disco “Será Que Se Acabó”, como homenaje a la música popular cubana de los 80 y 90 ”. Fragmentos extraídos de la biografía de La Habana D ‘Primera

Fecha : Domingo 31 de de octubre de st

Hora : 6:30 PM – 10:20 PM

Johnny Vega Musical legend Composer and Vocalist

Born in Santurce, Puerto Rico, veteran songwriter, and singer Johnny Vega grew up surrounded by music and relatives with the same natural talent he discovered in himself at an early age.

It wasn’t long before his obvious gift of writing accompanied by strong vocals was in demand.

Many salsa greats highlighted Johnny Vega, as a songwriter and vocalist at an early age New York was the vanguard of his success.

Relocating as a teenager, with his family, he mastered his craft in both Spanish and English being one of the first Puerto Rican musicians to compose and sing a bilingual hit, singing with Cortijo for the legendary band “Cortijo y su Combo” in the early 70s.

His musical career as described here gave him the notoriety that follows today, currently involved in multiple projects, Johnny continues to write and often performs at sold-out venues in his hometown.

It wasn't long before his obvious gift of writing accompanied by strong vocals was in demand. Many great salseros highlighted Johnny Vega, as a songwriter and vocalist at an early age New York was the vanguard of his success.
Johnny Vega veteran Puerto Rican singer and songwriter Born in Santurce, Puerto Rico

Johnny Vega has participated with a myriad of orchestras to name a few:

Trio Las 3 Voces

Jóvenes Del Ritmo

Gil Suarez Y Su Orquesta Latin Highs

Sonora Casino

Cortijo Y Su Combo

Kako And His Trabuco

Conjunto Los Imposibles

Orquesta Sabor

Conjunto Antonetti

Orquesta La Muralla

Conjunto La Villa Arecibo

Paquito Guzman Y Su Orquesta

Conjunto Santurce

Los 7 Gatos

Renovación 90

Hermanos Gonzalez (Help Yourselves 2015)

Noel Quintana & Latin Crew Popeye Y La Flaca 2016

Soloist Tribute To Celia

From this era of inspiration, Johnny gives the master Tommy Olivencia the song "Pancuco", especially for Frankie Ruiz.
Johnny Vega has participated with countless orchestras.

Some of his compositions:

Popeye – Ay Caray – Adalberto Santiago

Pancuco – Frankie Ruiz

Tú y tu novela – Pasado, presenté y futuro – Mike Cora

Avísale – Clown – incredulous – La Muralla

I’m dying inside – Rafi Marrero

Volver- Tito Rodriguez Jr. Singing Gilberto Santa Rosa

My Salsa is my Cura- Josean Rivera

Hermano Cortijo- Josean Rivera

Sueño de un Borincano- Willie Morales “El Piloto de la Salsa”.

Que le Pasa al Cielo- Chevy El Pitirre de la Salsa

Aquí Mando Yo- Chevy El Pitirre de la Salsa

From that moment on Johnny began to write and share his compositions with local bands so that they could establish their own musical identity.

From that era of inspiration, Johnny gave the maestro Tommy Olivencia the song “Pancuco”, especially for Frankie Ruiz.

Also “Ay Caray” & “Popeye el Marino” for Adalberto Santiago. Many of the musicians who grew up under the supervision of maestro Johnny Vega initially, went on to form part of the orchestras of Celia Cruz, Sonora Ponceña, Héctor Lavoe and many other high caliber bands.

In Rochester, Johnny sang with Orquesta Sabor, Antonetti, and Mike Rosario’s Muralla with whom he formed a solid partnership which included great productions, one of them being “Avísale” a collector’s item for which royalties are still being paid three decades later.

Songs by Johnny Vega-

Father and Son

Compañera Mía

Tribute To Celia

Listen To My Message

Born To Sing

Johnny Vega lives in Rochester NY with his wife of 56 years, 5 children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

He continues to leave his great musical legacy.

Contact:

Facebook: Johnny Vega

https://www.facebook.com/johnny.vega.7503

Instagram: @vjohnny220

https://instagram.com/vjohnny220?utm_medium=copy_link

If you require Vega’s pen write to email.

[email protected]

Por: Erika Muñoz 

La Mulata Rumbera

Erika Muñoz 

“Se Armó la Rumba en México”

Corresponsal de International Salsa Magazine

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Visit Club Tropicana and have a great time!

What Club Tropicana offers

Before the lifting of many of the restrictions caused by COVID-19 in Texas, the progressive reopening of entertainment venues that were forced to close due to the pandemic has taken place. Of course, Club Tropicana could not stay out. 

Founded in the year 1999, Club Tropicana is still considered one of the favorite places for Texans to go dancing and spend a night of drinking in the city of Houston. Although the place has a wealth of attractions for people of all ages, what is most striking to the audience is the great music being played there. Predominant genres played are salsa, merengue and bachata. Of course, the vast majority of the invited artists are linked to these musical styles. 

Although the club itself provides the music heard and danced every night, it usually invites singers and groups that delight all present with their talent. Many performers have walked across this stage, but there are many others who will be more than glad to give the bar customers precious time. 

Bottles of alcohol and drinks
Alcohol bottles and drinks at Club Tropicana

Artists, drinks, and so on

Among the groups invited to perform in the future, we can mention Porfi Baloa y Sus Adolescentes, who will offer a great show to fans who want to listen to their early hits and their new works. The general admission has a cost of $50, the assigned seat has a cost of $60 and the VIP entrance has a cost of $90. For those who wish to purchase a VIP platinum ticket at $125 apiece, they will have to pay for a full table, which will have an extra cost. This concert is part of the orchestra’s tour around several cities in the United States and Houston could not miss was a must. 

As well as this Venezuelan group, there are other Latino talents who have not missed the opportunity to perform in the theme parties at Club Tropicana. Such is the case of DJ Noel Velasquez, who performed last Tuesday and showed a varied musical repertoire that includes salsa, cumbia, bachata and many other genres. In addition, the Salsa instructor Jorge Melo was there as a guest, who was teaching a sensational class as a complement to the great work of the already mentioned DJ. 

Purple stage at Club Tropicana
Image of the stage at Club Tropicana

All the advantages that we have already mentioned have resulted in a huge number of positive reviews in which frequent and occasional clients reveal the fun they have had here and what they have liked most about the club. Among the many things they mentioned, we can highlight the fabulous live band, the party atmosphere, the delicious cocktails, the imposing atmosphere and many more. These elements and a few more have made Club Tropicana a great option for all who want to spend an afternoon of drinking among friends and dancing. 

Another detail that charms many people is the invitation to great exponents of Latin music, who delight the present ones with their talent. In fact, these artists represent a big part of the appeal of the place, since they welcome both their regular customers and the fans of the singer of the time. 

Glass tables and chairs at Club Tropicana
Chairs and Tables at Club Tropicana

Link to its official Facebook page: Club Tropicana

The role of La Cita Bar in the Californian nightlife

Let’s go to La Cita!

La Cita Bar is one of those places whose atmosphere does not leave anyone indifferent does not pass under the table in the California nightlife, which already has many choices of all kinds for anyone who wants to spend an unforgettable evening in good company. However, La Cita Bar has a special charm that any visitor to Los Angeles should try just once during his trip.   

When reviewing pictures of areas inside the bar, it is simple to see that it is a very colorful and spacious place with all kinds of lights, but it is always small for the sheer number of people who constantly visit it to see if what they have been told about this nightclub is true or if this is just gossip. It is just that the bar’s reputation speaks for itself and how! If what is sought is the best energy from the hand of good music and excellent drinks, without any doubt, this is the best choice. 

This is La Cita Bar
Facade of La Cita Bar

When we review, in detail, the schedule of which this place is composed, we almost immediately realize that the owners and publicists are extremely disciplined with the weekly planning that they will offer to future clients every night. Depending on the day of the week, those interested can attend according to the activities that most appeal to them and might sound fun. 

Schedule and themed nights

Every day, the interior of the premises operates from 10 am to 9 pm. Monday through Friday, the terrace is open from 4 pm to 9 pm. On Fridays, the venue offers the Angry Hour, which is entirely dedicated to hardcore punk rock and bands playing this peculiar genre. On Saturdays, there is an afternoon delight, which is animated by musicians Calixto and Jimmy James. 

Of course, there may be days when there are cumbia, salsa, merengue and bolero themed nights accompanied by the talent of invited artists, who will be in charge of adding music to the atmosphere. Considering that there is not s specific day for these themed nights, La Cita Bar’s social networks will be the ones to announce events planned in the future and the artists involved, mainly its official Facebook.   

The interior of the bar
The interior of La Cita Bar

When we look though the wide catalogue of artists who have endowed this bar with their appreciated presence, we can note that its team truly takes pains to get the best and to offer it to its distinguished clientele. Among those, we can mention Spaguetti Cumbia, Reyna Tropical, DJ Ricky Guapo, DJ Pump Police, DJ Paw and many others.   

With respect to the opinions issued by many of the customers through certain platforms, the best features of the place are its energy and music, but they are not the only thing drawing in the crowd that always comes here. The cheapness of most of the drinks offered is also a very strong point in favor of the club, as this gives anyone the option of having a good time between drinks regardless of their economic situation. 

Even some who no longer frequent the place due to the remoteness or moving to another city remember with nostalgia the fun they had there and the excellent attention offered by the La Cita Bar team. 

El Patio
El Patio is the area where people dance

Link to its official website: lacitabar.com

Pending, Cancun Salsa y Bachata Fest 2021 is coming up now

One of the best-known Mexican cities, we have Cancun known on a tourist level for having the best beaches in the world, not to mention that you can enjoy exciting and entertaining water activities, such as: diving, snorkeling, kayaking, catamaran or speedboat rides, flyboard, windsurfing and paddle board, which take place both in the Caribbean Sea and in the Nichupté Lagoon; It is also recognized for its wide variety of annual Latin rhythms events that take place.

Cancun Salsa Bachata Festival
Cancun Salsa Bachata Festival 2021

Cancún Salsa y Bachata Fest 2021:

For this year 2021 worldwide some countries, especially in North America, have begun to open their doors in small numbers of course, such as academies, clubs and others began to hold and open events (festivals and / or congresses); and in Mexico the Cancun Salsa & Bachata Fest 2021 is coming, which will take place on September 2 at 4:00 p.m. UNK and will last until September 5 at 7:00 a.m. UNK, an event that finally breaks the standards of the confinement at home due to the Covid 19 pandemic in Mexico, however it complies with all the security measures for its participants and / or the public, which is the most important for its realization.

During these great days you will be able to enjoy workshops, a pool party, incredible shows and much, much social dancing, ending with the party that will last until dawn, this dynamic congress will be held this year in ?????? ???? ?????? a beautiful 4-star Resort located at Blvd. Kukulcan KM. 11.5, Punta Cancún, Hotel Zone, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico; where they tell us that the attention to their clients is excellent and that they have everything at their disposal, now if you want to have more details of what they have in the hotel you can contact them through their phone +1 682-606-8322 or through panama jack resorts

The soloist bachata champion will be participating, prescribing doses of bachata as he goes by, Dr Bachata Armando Garcia Barranco @ SalsaBrosoOo together with Rachelle @Rachelle will be sharing with all of us, there will also be the teacher of teachers Francisco Vazquez, the biggest rumbero in the house and the King of Salsa Rumbero de Corazón, visionary, pioneer of the Los Angeles style (salsa on1) that is danced all over the world. Choreographer of Los Rumberos Dance Company who accompanies them for more than 4 consecutive years.

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The Cancun Salsa & Bachata Fest this year will have many activities which will last the entire 24 hours of these 4 days, which will be sponsored by its main host Bachata Sensual Radio where we can know the progress of their activities and how the festival continues; they tell us that “it is a pleasure for us to present the next guest, since we never stop learning with all his teachings, a human being who has much to continue contributing to the new generations of our salsa community.”

If you want to know more details about the Cancun Salsa & Bachata Fest 2021 event and / or festival, follow them and contact them through the following pages and / or social networks and do not run out of your space, you have to participate:


  • Facebook: @ CancunSalsaBachataFestival
  • Correo: [email protected]
  • Phone: +52 9982461002

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