Wednesday 23 November, 2011

Movimientos : The hub of London’s Latin music scene


Movimientos is one of London’s longest running and respected Latin music movements. Originally inspired by the Nicaragua Solidarity Campaign’s legendary politically fuelled Club Sandino night and the popular Mambo Inn , helped create the Latin music and Salsa boom of the 80s and 90s. As event promoters, artist/DJ agency and label, Movimentos showcase the many […]


Movimientos is one of London’s longest running and respected Latin music movements. Originally inspired by the Nicaragua Solidarity Campaign’s legendary politically fuelled Club Sandino night and the popular Mambo Inn , helped create the Latin music and Salsa boom of the 80s and 90s. As event promoters, artist/DJ agency and label, Movimentos showcase the many sides of Latin, Spanish, global music and culture that has emerged from the UK underground scene, bringing a unique and radical perspective to Latin American events in London and beyond.

They’ve come a long way since then, now running club nights and events up and down the country including the long running Notting Hill Arts night (four years and still going), Passing Clouds and Rich Mix (East London) which feature a mix of documentary film, live music and DJs. Also regular events at Hootananny, Camino and festivals such as The Big Chill, Glastonbury to name but a few.

Movimientos is broadening perceptions of Latin music beyond mainstream genres by representing artists who are bringing brand new fusions of music to the stage; including artists with African, Andean, Caribbean and Spanish influences from Folk roots, to Latin Jazz, Salsa and Samba, to Cumbia, Ska, Flamenco, Hip Hop, Reggaeton and even more electronic and experimental sounds. As an organisation they see music and politics as inextricably linked and by exploring social justice issues with open minds and a non-dogmatic approach through music and film. To follow events and to learn more about acts involved with Movimentos then check out the website: http://www.movimientos.org.uk/

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