Brooklyn-based duo Alida & Aidan are on a Northeast tour to promote their new EP “Quiero Ser Libre.” Alongside special guest, .tatio, they bring songs of joy, light, and liberation from the Latin American folk diaspora. The sounds of the evening will be opened up with a DJ set by GEMS inspired by the themes of “Quiero ser libre” and the Nueva Canción movement.
6:30: Doors Open
7:30-8:30 PM: Performance by Alida and Aidan accompanied by .tatio
At The People’s Forum 320 W 37th St.
Sliding scale entry: $10-20. Pay in advance or at the door.
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Brooklyn-based duo Alida Torres @alidablue & Aidan Scrimgeour @ascrimge connected over a shared love for and curiosity about folk music from South America and the Nueva Canción movement. In their reimagining of the repertoire, they aim to capture the spirit of the music — the fierceness of living, care for humanity and commitment to freedom — while incorporating elements of their voices and those of their Brooklyn musical community. In this moment, these songs continue to remind us of the possibilities of love, light and resilience and should be played every night.
.tatio @tatatati is a Brooklyn based vocalist on a mission to blend and break down genre barriers, making beautiful music accessible for everyone. She performs regularly with various classical, sacred, jazz and contemporary ensembles, and she began performing solo vocal sets in late 2019, looping her voice to create rich textures and unique sonic landscapes inspired by all genres.
GEMS blends his appreciation for the soul, jazz, and hip-hop histories of the Midwest with a curiosity for the percussive heavy elements of afro house, amapiano, and broken beat. Check out more of his work on SoundCloud (https://soundcloud.com/gems_only) and instagram (@_wait_theres_moore)
