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Andy Rubal Cuban native of Santiago de Cuba is now taking over Quebec and Canada with his explosive show “La Clave Cubana” . The virtuoso pianist and singer is joined by his 6 musicians to take you on a journey including all your favorite Cuban and latin music classics as well as the best of the singer songwriters hits and songs from his up and coming record “Dimelo Nawe”. Prepare to dance the night away with Andy Rubal and Son del Sun.
Tabou Combo ( Haiti )
Founded in Pétion-Ville, Haiti, in 1968, Tabou Combo has helped carry Haitian konpa around the world for nearly six decades. Known as the “Ambassadors of Konpa,” the band combines layered percussion, interlocking guitars, vibrant horns, and driving bass with vocals in Haitian Creole, French, English, and Spanish. After regrouping in New York in 1971, Tabou Combo expanded its sound through American funk and soul while maintaining its Haitian roots. Its repertoire—including “New York City,” “Mabouya,” “Tu as volé,” and “Panama Querida”—has connected generations of listeners across the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, North America, Latin America, and Japan. Official biography · WLRN interview Described by Rock Encyclopaedia as the “Beatles of Haiti” for its popularity and longevity, Tabou Combo has built an enduring musical legacy. Its influence also extends through Santana, who recorded “Mabouya” as “Foo Foo” on Shaman and performed it during the 2003 Super Bowl XXXVII pregame show. Rock Encyclopaedia · Song history · Pregame performance record Recent appearances at Lincoln Center and Montréal’s Festival International Nuits d’Afrique , Guadeloupe, and many more, continue this international story as the band approaches its 60th anniversary in 2028. " The Heritage Tour - Road to 60" Lincoln Center · Nuits d’Afrique
Dendê and Band ( Brazil )
Pioneers in rhythm, fusing Candomblé, or, Samba, and Afrobeat with a World-Class Musical Flair Dende is a multi-instrumentalist, bandleader, singer, composer, percussionist, and instructor. At 14, he made his stage debut with Carlinhos Brown’s famous percussion group, Timbalada, marking the start of his career as an expert musician. He has been performing with his musical bands and has divided his time between the US and Bahia since 2001. His flagship band, Dende & Band, reflects his broad musical palate and solid ties to rhythms like rumba, afrobeat, and mbalax, as well as his profound Candomblé and Samba de Roda roots. Dende & Band have played at multiple events over the last twenty years, including the Lincoln Center Atrium in New York City, the Summer Dance and the Old Town School in Chicago, the Kalalu Festival in Saint Lucia, the KW Latin Fest in Canada, the Glastonbury Festival in the UK, and the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.
Afro-Latin Roots Music and Movement
Joyce N’sana is the embodiment of Afrobluehop, a bold blend of Afro-blues, hip hop, rock-soul, and occasionally reggae rhythms. Her small stature belies the power of her voice, which carries a message of peace shaped by a youth spent in Congo amid war.With her vibrant fusion of Afrobluehop, captivates audiences by weaving Afro-blues, hip hop, and reggae into a musical tapestry that resonates with the soulful rhythms of her Congolese roots. Her powerful voice, steeped in gospel traditions and emboldened by a message of peace and resilience, commands attention and stirs the spirit. Joyce’s performances are an emotional rollercoaster, marked by infectious beats and a voice that transitions seamlessly between soft whispers and raw power. As she takes the stage, expect a journey through the diverse landscapes of music and emotion, all the while championing themes of freedom, justice, and hope. Her shows are not just concerts; they are vibrant celebrations of life, culture, and the relentless pursuit of harmony, underscored by her award-winning talent and profound narrative of survival and triumph. Get ready to be moved, to dance, and to be part of an unforgettable experience with Joyce N’Sana
Valérie Ékoumé ( Cameroun )
Tafa Mi Soleil ( Haiti)
Juliàn Pujols Quall and Mamey ( Dominican republic )
ulián is a Chicago-based Dominican-American pianist, composer, improviser and educator whose work connects classical training, jazz and cross-cultural collaboration. A graduate of the Peabody Conservatory at Johns Hopkins University and First Prize winner of DePaul University’s National Concerto Competition, they have performed across the United States, Europe and the Caribbean. Their original compositions anchor two projects: Julián and Friends at Chicago’s Jazz Showcase, and Mamey, an ensemble inspired by Dominican and Haitian music. Mamey has toured the East Coast and Caribbean, with support from a Pathways to Jazz grant for its debut album. Julián’s work includes the Banff Centre’s Jazz and Sonic Arts Residency, commissions from the Yarn/Wire Institute, and performances with The Bridge’s transatlantic improvisation network. They serve as a curator at Fulcrum Point New Music Project, a collaborative pianist at the Joffrey Ballet, and creator and host of The Changes, a multilingual jazz program on Lumpen Radio. They are also a 2025 National Association of Latino Arts and Cultures Leadership Institute Fellow
Talie Cerin (Haiti)
A soulful blend of Haitian heritage and captivating melodies that linger long after the last note.
Talie (Nathalie Cerin) is a singer-songwriter, guitar player, and podcast host from Port-au-Prince, Haiti, based in Philadelphia. Her work, which combines soul and folk music from Haiti, is a dedication to the two distinct cultures that have influenced her as a person and an artist. Talie sings with her faithful guitar, paying tribute to a rich and challenging history while offering bright prospects for the future to anybody looking for serenity. Soley Midi, a brilliant mix of Talie’s and classic Haitian folk songs that chronicles a quest for the sun, came out in 2019. Talie acts as chief editor for Woy Magazine, an online magazine that seeks to be an outlet for Haitians in Haiti and abroad.
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