Sitali Siyolwe is one of those singular artists that has diehard fans on standby with the phrase, “I knew him back in the day”. His shows are collisions of genres that ride on the wings of lyrics so unusual and elegant that they supersize every sentiment they impart. It’s not[…]
Tony Tovar noticed a Latin Jazz deficit in DC, so he decided to do something about it. “The Latin Jazz scene in DC could be much better,” he said. “There is a definite calling for it.” Luckily for Bossa, Tony heeded the call and in December of 2014 brought together[…]
Yes, Bluebeat DC is back, this month featuring The Scotch Bonnets! After throwing in the towel for about a year, the monthly ska/reggae/rocksteady event was resuscitated in December and now gets the party started every third Thursday of the month at Bossa. Bluebeat DC showcases the finest acts in ska, reggae, and[…]
If you’ve been to Bossa on a Tuesday night, chances are you’ve heard the most eclectic blend of African genres in the city, if not the East Coast. Resident headliner Cheick Hamala Diabaté – funky griot and Malian superstar – belts it out with a multifaceted crop of accompanying musicians who rock the[…]