We have been looking forward to writing this preview for the last few years, at least since 2015 when Argentinean label ZZK released Prender el Alma. At last, the moment has finally come and in just a few days’ time, we will be able to enjoy the rarefied soundscapes created by Nicola Cruz here in the UK.
The French/Ecuadorian musician, producer and DJ will visit the British capital for a one-off show at Village Underground, bringing with him the Andean traditional sounds and rhythms infused with electronic beats and deep bass that have made him the architect of Andean-step, next to one of the most imaginative artists of the Nu LatAm scene.
It won’t all be about Latin-America, because Village Underground have done things in style, organising a one-of-a-kind event which is also featuring Middle Eastern-inspired Paris-based electro duo Acid Arab, and Berlin dance-scene pioneer Nico Stojan, as well as BeGun, a visionary DJ and producer from Barcelona who vacillates between organic and futuristic sounds.
From 10 PM on the 9th June and for the following eight hours, it will be a night of electronic music that will make you travel in time and space.
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