A Diverse Schedule of International Artists
May rolls out la musica in Barcelona, with international performances lined up mid-month. There’s always interesting music happening in the city, but as we move briskly towards the summertime, the variety and abundance of talent increases. Here are three bands to consider checking out this month:
Adam Freeland – May 10th – The Loft
This politically-minded British DJ spins house, break beats and more. One of his new tunes is dedicated to spelling out Obama’s name; O-B-A-…. He also composed the music for a recent Amnesty International advertisement encouraging people to ‘unsubscribe’.
The Loft c/ Almogàvers, 122.
Time: 1am
Gregory Isaacs – May 11th – Sala Apolo
Here’s your chance to see a reggae legend. Best known for songs ‘Night Nurse’ and ‘The Cool Ruler’, Isaacs has been singing irie hits since the 1970s.
Where: Sala Apolo - c/ Nou de la Rambla 113
Time: 9pm
Seu Jorge – May 14th – Palau de la Mùsica
Born in a favela in Rio de Janeiro, Seu Jorge has come a long way. His music was used in Wes Anderson film Life Aquatic, where he covered Bowie tracks in Portuguese. He also performed in the emotionally-charged film, City of God. His performance in Barcelona is part of the Festival Guitarra which is taking place this month.
Where: La Palau de la Mùsica Catalana / 19th Festival Guitarra - wwww.palaumusica.org
Time: 9 pm