An Evening with WAR and Los Rakas

Schedule

Fri Aug 19 2022 at 05:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Location

Plaza de Cesar Chavez | San Jose, CA

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With hits like “Why Can't We Be Friends?” & “Low Rider," WAR a San José favorite and will be joined by Bay Area Panamanian phenom Los Rakas.
About this Event

Jimi Hendrix’s last performance was a London club gig with WAR, and the band that adopted its name to wage battle against “racism, hunger, gangs, crimes and turf wars” is just as relevant as ever amidst today’s struggles for justice and inclusion.

A San José favorite who has played Music in the Park before, WAR brings a message that embraces “all people with hope and the spirit of brotherhood” to Plaza de César Chávez on July 15. Their hits include “Spill the Wine,” “The World Is a Ghetto,” “The Cisco Kid,” “Why Can't We Be Friends?,” “Low Rider" and “Summer"

WAR will follow a performance by Latin hip-hop pioneers Los Rakas. Featuring a new Latin urban sound fusing hip-hop, plena, reggaetón and dancehall music, Bay Area cousins Raka Rich and Raka Dun represent the cutting edge of Pan-American music. The Grammy-nominated Panamanians took their name from the slur “rakataka,” which describes someone from the ghetto. Los Rakas set out to inspire fellow “rakas” by empowering them to become successful.

In 2012, Los Rakas released their EP, Raka Love, touring nationally and internationally. Their debut album on Universal Music Latino, El Negrito Dun Dun y Ricardo, released in 2014. In 2016, Los Rakas released their self-titled, second album earning them a Grammy nomination for “Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album.”

Bay Area DJ Chuy Gomez hosts what is sure to be a memorable evening in the park.

Entry Protocols

Based on the latest local guidelines, attendees are no longer required to provide proof of negative COVID-19 test AND/OR vaccination for entry into Music in the Park. However, the California Department of Health strongly recommends that all attendees are fully vaccinated or obtain a negative COVID-19 test prior to attending the event. Masks are optional.

Bag Policy

No oversize bags, totes or backpacks. Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC tote bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12” and/or small clutch bags (4.5”x 6.5”) are allowed. All bags are subject to search.

Please Note

No outside food, beverages, water bottles or lawn chairs will be allowed into the venue. Blankets are permitted.

Filming

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Where is it happening?

Plaza de Cesar Chavez, 1 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, United States

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Tickets

USD 25.00 to USD 75.00

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