Orquesta Akokan Livestream from Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club — live event on Apr 24, 2025
Orquesta Akokan live at Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club, Portsmouth on Thu, Apr 24, 7:30 PM. Free entry. Lineup, start time and tickets on Ckord.
Orquesta Akokán made a major splash in 2018 with their bold take on Cuban mambo, bringing a fresh energy to the genre while honoring its roots. Producer Jacob Plasse and arranger Michael Eckroth assembled a team of Havana’s finest musicians to create a sound that blends classic Cuban grooves with modern vitality, embodying the Yoruba word akokán, meaning “from the heart.” NPR praises their music, saying, “If this doesn’t get your foot tapping, you may be dead.” The Chicago Reader calls it “an easy entry point into Latin jazz,” while MOJO appreciates how the band stays true to the past, refusing to compromise for modern trends. Their infectious rhythms and lively energy continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
Starts: Thu, Apr 24, 7:30 PM
Ends: Thu, Apr 24, 9:30 PM
Where: 135 Congress Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States Of America
Price: $0.0
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Venue: Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club
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