On Saturday 22 March, the Castello Volante in Corigliano d’Otranto will host the second Tropical Party, an evening of non-stop dancing featuring tropical bass, dub, cumbia, Latin downbeat and jungle. The event explores the boundary-pushing sounds of tropical music, blending traditional roots with new creative visions to create spaces for freedom and experimentation.
Line-up
DJ RAFF
The Chilean producer has forged a unique style through his personal blend of psychedelic and low-frequency dance music, where percussive patterns intertwine with hypnotic melodies drawn from the Afro-Latin diaspora. He has collaborated with leading figures such as Gilles Peterson of BBC 6 Music and Tom Ravenscroft. After a hiatus of almost seven years since his last full-length album, the artist returns with his latest work, *Encontrar*. This album marks a significant chapter in his musical journey; *Encontrar* encapsulates the culmination of both personal and creative growth. It is a sonic exploration that delves into the depths of the musician’s psyche.
In the wake of the global pandemic, *Encontrar* emerges as a testament to resilience and reinvention. Born out of a period of uncertainty, the album channels a fresh perspective, infusing DJ Raff’s signature rhythms with renewed vitality. With this album, DJ Raff has created not just an album, but a sonic manifesto, a declaration of his enduring passion for pushing the boundaries of sound and storytelling.
MONOI POKE
A duo founded in Lecce by Christian Bevilacqua and Angelo De Grisantis, active on the electronic music scene. The project draws inspiration from the vibrant sounds of Latin America and the Caribbean, reimagined with a contemporary and psychedelic approach. Rhythms rooted in Latin culture are recreated in electronic form, blending the old with the new to achieve a unique and instantly recognisable sound. Their distinctive sound is constantly evolving, adding colour, flavour and texture to an enveloping and provocative mix
DJ DUBIN
Producer with the duo Insintesi and, for over 25 years, a champion of bass music with DJ sets that blend reggae, dub, tropical music and world beats
Admission €5
Starts at 10.00 pm
Advance tickets available at https://bit.ly/TropicalParty2
Info: 3331803375
