MULA is a forward-thinking and boundary pushing Dominican electro-Caribbean band known for their innovative fusion of traditional Caribbean rhythms with electronic music. The trio consists of twin sisters Anabel and Cristabel Acevedo and producer Rachel Rojas. Behind the sleek cyberpunk aesthetic are three romantics luring you into their vaporwave videogame.
Frente Cumbiero is a Colombian music project led by Mario Galeano, a renowned figure in the Colombian music scene. Formed in the mid-2000s, Frente Cumbiero blends traditional cumbia rhythms with modern production techniques, creating a unique sound that bridges the past and present of Colombian music. Their funky flutes and horns tickle the senses for an uplifting, quirky, and sun-soaked explosion of sound.
Evening Schedule:
Doors open at 6:00 pm. Concertgoers should arrive early to eat, drink, shop, and see current exhibitions. While relaxing in the Skirball's hillside courtyard before the concert, enjoy a DJ set.
7:00–7:45 pm: MULA
7:45–8:15 pm: Intermission/Changeover
8:15–9:30 pm: Frente Cumbiero
About the Artists:
MULA is a Dominican band formed by producer Rachell Rojas and twin sisters Anabel and Cris Acevedo. With their unique fusion of electronic and Caribbean rhythms, they have become one of the most innovative and exciting acts in Latin American music. In 2016, MULA embarked on a Caribbean tour, performing in Puerto Rico and Cuba, and releasing three singles, including “Nunca Paran” which became a pivotal song in their career, reaching the top 40 charts in Ecuador and later being used in the soundtrack of the Netflix series Elite. The following year, MULA released their highly acclaimed second album, Aguas, which was named one of the best albums of the year by blogs such as Remezcla and Clubfonograma. It was also named the "Best Album of the Year" by the Colombian magazine Shock.
“Frente Cumbiero’s resume is so varied that it is hard to sum it all up in just a few words. And why should we? Let’s hope they never stop exploring!”
—Que Pasa Colombia documentary
With a long and successful career, Frente Cumbiero has become one of the biggest representatives in the exploration of cumbia’s sonic identity in Latin America. Headed by Colombian songwriter and producer Mario Galeano Toro (also founding member of Ondatrópica and Los Pirañas), Frente Cumbiero is recognized as a spearhead of Colombia’s new cumbia movement. Frente Cumbiero’s catalogue includes successful contributions with legendary musicians such as Mad Professor (UK, 2011), the Kronos Quartet (U.S., 2017 and 2019), Orquesta La Delio Valdez (Argentina, 2018), and Minyo Crusaders (Japan, 2020), expanding the frontiers of cumbia and Latin folk music. As a live band, Frente Cumbiero performs in a quartet format, delivering a powerhouse tropical sound to the dance floor by combining two wind instruments, live percussion, and electronic sounds/dubbed sequences. Active for over a decade, and going way beyond the concept of cumbia as fashion, Frente Cumbiero are the true followers of the guacharaca calling.
Pricing and Details:
Sunset Concerts are FREE, with walk-up tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Parking:
$20 upon arrival
Carpooling, ridesharing, and Metro are encouraged.
Street parking is strictly prohibited.
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