Jaleo Real

The explosive musical cocktail churned out by Jaleo Real features strong parts Catalonian rumba, flamenco and acoustic reggae, splashes of gypsy rock, and dashes of tango here and there! This quintet out of Barcelona blends Spanish and flamenco guitars, bass, flute, percussions, solo and group singing into a kind of innovative music that is high-energy and highly festive to boot! With their politically engaged lyrics, these hot-blooded Catalonians take the stage by storm. In particular, following the recent release of their album Pichica, they have been on tour in Europe, delivering animated performances that at the same time are a celebration of everyday life. In their words, music and concerts constitute a “rhythmical pastime.”

• http://www.jaleoreal.com/