INTERRUPCIÓN: Los Pirañas + Fuego e' Cumbia + El Javier_B

People who were there at the first edition of INTERRUPCIÓN back in 2022 will surely remember the savage night that unfolded. The groovy tropical rhythms of Los Pirañas led to a frantic dance and mosh pit: it was pura Piraña mania!

So, when Pedro, Mario and Eblis announced a European tour, with a new record under their arms to boot , we of course wanted to bring them back to Rotterdam. Add to that the gaita music of Fuego e’ Cumbia and the vinyl selections by El Javier_B… you know this is going to be another memorable one indeed.

Los Pirañas

The Colombian supergroup consisting of guitarist Eblis Álvarez (Meridian Brothers, Chupame El Dedo), bassist Mario Galeano (Frente Cumbiero) and drummer Pedro Ojeda (Romperayo, Chupame El Dedo) has been successfully carving out a wildly idiosyncratic musical world since the release of their debut album ‘Toma Tu Jabón Kapax’ in 2010, pushing the boundaries of instrumental Latin tropical music with bold infusions of psychedelia, dub, minimalism and more. The three high school friends have been diving into punk, Colombian tropical music and African rhythms, amalgamating these into a potent brew fit for the dance floor. And now they are back with a new album, ‘Una Oportunidad Más de Triunfar en la Vida’, which is an infectious trip into the dark, pulsating heart of Bogota’s thrilling underground music scene.

Fuego e’ Cumbia

Fuego e’ Cumbia continues the centuries-old Gaita music tradition from the Colombian Montes de Maria. The melodies of Indigenous Gaita, a sweet-sounding woodwind with origins in the Kogui tribes, combined with the enchanting drum rhythms of runaway slaves, generate an infectious synergy that transcends time. This fusion of Indigenous and African influences creates a vibrant tapestry of sound, embodying the resilience and creativity of Colombia’s diverse heritage. The music pulses with life, inviting listeners to move, reflect, and connect with the stories of those who came before. It’s not just a rhythm; it’s a celebration of identity, history, and the unbreakable spirit of a people.

El Javier_B

After years of experimenting with his band Lola’s Dice (NYCT, Music with Soul and Bongo Joe), along with a passion for collecting vinyl, he embarked on an extensive journey to explore rhythms and sounds from around the globe. Hailing from Maracaibo, Venezuela, his spirit is deeply connected to the vibrant tropical beats of the Caribbean and the enchanting sounds of Africa. Currently, he is a resident Dj at Worm and Operator radio hosting his biweekly show Crema. El Javier_B is a creative force, dedicated to crafting eclectic mixes that ignite energy and groove on the dance floor.

About the program: INTERRUPCIÓN is dedicated to music from Latin America and its diaspora. There will be two more events in WORM: on the 15th of May and on the 3rd of July.

The events are organized by the team of Cinema Colombiano, who are this year celebrating the 10th edition of the film festival Cinema Colombiano on the 20th and 27th of September.

More info: www.cinecol.nl

Poster by Kevin Simón Mancera