### OKWY OSADEBE Grand Performances Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series

**Date:** Saturday, July 27, 2024  
**Time:** 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM  
**Location:** Grand Performances, 350 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90071, United States

**Event Description:**

Join us for an unforgettable evening of West African highlife music at the Grand Performances Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series, featuring Okwy Osadebe, the son of the legendary highlife musician, Chief Osita Osadebe. This event is presented in partnership with Radio Afrodicia and promises to be a night filled with vibrant Afrobeat rhythms that will echo throughout Cal Plaza.

**Schedule:**
- **6:00 PM:** DJ Kevin Lincoln
- **7:00 PM:** The Neighborhood Orchestra ft. Annie Gonzalez
- **8:30 PM:** Okwy Osadebe

**About Okwy Osadebe:**
Okwy Osadebe, the eldest son of the highlife legend Chief Osita Osadebe, continues his father's legacy with a modern twist. Known for his captivating stage presence and soulful voice, Okwy brings a youthful energy to the traditional highlife music, blending it with contemporary beats and instrumentation. His performances are known to leave audiences with sweltering goosebumps, as he delivers intense and articulate messages through his music.

**Additional Information:**
- **Admission:** Free with RSVP on Eventbrite
- **Parking & FAQ:** [Click here for more details](#)

**Presented By:**
This performance is made possible in part by grants from the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Department of Arts and Culture.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the rich cultural heritage of West African highlife music and dance the night away under the stars in Los Angeles.

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Okwy Osadebe

Grand Performances

Step into the electrifying world of Havana Secret as they pay homage to the unforgettable "Salsa Queen," Celia Cruz. Boasting a vibrant fusion of sounds from Mrs. Cruz's legendary West Coast orchestra and Cuba's iconic dance bands, this musical extravaganza promises fresh, invigorating renditions of Celia's timeless hits under the spellbinding direction of Maestros Luis Eric Gonzalez and Sean Billings who were her last backing band.

CELIA CRUZ TRIBUTE Presented by Nance Arte Productions

No matter what your favorite genre is, everything we listen to today has roots in classical music. From modern rock and pop to Latin beats, jazz, and even your phone’s ringtones, the music from the Classical era has shaped the soundscape that we love. Join KUSC hosts Solomon Reynolds and Suraj Partha, along with talented students and alumni from the Colburn School of Music as we dive into electrifying classical performances in the GP amphitheater. Together, we’ll uncover the fascinating journey of music’s past, present, and future.

Prelude (classical) 2

Listen to Music Outside at Sunset in Downtown LA (presented by Leaving Records, dublab, and Grand Performances) celebrates a local success story of public art made accessible by and for Los Angeles through dedicated collaboration between the city and its artist residents. Featuring live performances by Laraaji & Arji OceAnanda, Low Leaf, and Sharada Shashidhar, this program celebrates the radiant inspiration that Listen to Music is founded on and guided by, as well as the forward looking artists who espouse its boundary defying and multi-generational approach to the development of an all genre ethos of unity and transcendence through music.

Listen to Music Outside at Sunset in Downtown LA

Join us for a special Friday night poetry show hosted by poet and writer Carribean Fragoza. What defines a sense of Home for you? Is it a place, is it a person, is it a feeling? LA has a complex, multilayered history that lives and evolves as a beautiful spectrum of culture and the arts, and with the help of carefully selected poets by Carribean Fragoza, we’ll explore the meaning of home from different perspectives. Whether one has indigenous roots to the land or is the descendant of immigrants, or finally discovered the feeling of home in LA, we’ll explore the idea and discover how deep ones roots can grow.

LA STORIES: HOME w/ CARRIBEAN FRAGOZA

In partnership with the City of West Hollywood, LA’s own The Neighborhood Orchestra ft. Annie Gonzalez will bring their infectious rhythms and intricate melodies for a Sunday evening concert.

The Neighborhood Orchestra

Plummer Park

Experience the vibrant sounds of the cumbia diaspora at the Grand Performances Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series, featuring Chucho Ponce y Los Daddys. Born in Brooklyn to immigrant parents, Chucho Ponce has seamlessly blended his upbringing in rap, cumbia sonidera, and baladas to create a unique musical style. His journey from producing hip-hop beats in high school to becoming a prominent figure in cumbia sonidera is a testament to his dedication and passion. The group's music, including their protest anthem "Cumbia Primero de Mayo," has resonated deeply within the Mexican immigrant community. Their latest album, "Puebla York," continues to expand their diasporic sound, reflecting Chucho's rich cultural heritage.

Joining Chucho Ponce y Los Daddys is Yeison Landero, the Heir to Cumbia, who carries forward the legacy of his grandfather, the renowned accordionist Andrés Landero. Yeison's performances and collaborations have earned him Grammy nominations and international acclaim. Turbo Sonidero, a pioneering music producer and DJ from San Jose, brings a cosmic blend of cumbia sonidera with R&B oldies and hip-hop sensibilities, creating a futuristic soundscape. DJ Chihuahua, known for his innovative approach to Cumbia Wepa, adds a contemporary twist to traditional rhythms, captivating audiences with his unique style.

This event is presented by Discos Rolas, an independent record label dedicated to exploring musical connections within Latin America. Their collaborations with artists, designers, and musicians have been featured in prominent publications, showcasing their commitment to cultural and artistic innovation.

Grand Performances

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Okwy Osadebe

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CELIA CRUZ TRIBUTE Presented by Nance Arte Productions

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Prelude (classical) 2

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Listen to Music Outside at Sunset in Downtown LA

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LA STORIES: HOME w/ CARRIBEAN FRAGOZA

Grand Performances