*MUSIC DAY : GARDEN GROOVE THEMED PARTY ON JUNE 21! @AllianceFrançaise SF *

Bring your dancing shoes and your appetite for an unforgettable evening filled with melodies that will make you move and rhythms that will lift your spirits. Whether you're a music enthusiast or simply looking for a good time, there's something for everyone at La Fête de la Musique. Come mingle with fellow music lovers, indulge in mouthwatering bites, and sip on delightful drinks while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere.

Get ready to bloom at our Garden Groove themed party! ?? Dress in vibrant colors, floral prints, or anything that screams summer vibes. Let your creativity flourish as you merge the world of music and the beauty of gardens in your outfit! ?? The best-dressed will win exciting free drink coupons, so dress to impress and let's groove together in style! ??
Don't forget to RSVP on our website. Can't wait to see you there.

ABOUT OUR BANDS:
Amara Kills
Industrial Rock n’ Roll
With a fusion of Industrial, Electronic, and Metal elements, Amara Kills channels obsession, desire, and passion through a dirty mystical release. Melt to the seductive yet madly unhinged crooning voice that rides the driving force of the grimy and hypnotic bass guitar, all set to motion by the urban beatings of the electronic drumkit
Children of Lucy
Afro/Asian/Latin rock-jazz dance band
Children of Lucy, comprised of drums, bass, guitar, percussion, alto sax and trombone, play beautiful and original dance music from around the world, including a Cumbia from Colombia, a Wassalou piece from Mali, an Afro-Beat tune from Senegal, a polymetric dance from the Congo, a Hindu dance from Southern India, and some jazz and rockNroll. All compositions are written or arranged by DrClock.

Rue 66
Rue '66 is a modern day yé yé band from San Francisco, California. The genre known as yé yé refers to French pop music made in the 1960's. Rue '66 covers this kind of material while offering of few songs of their own. It's groovy blend of '60s harmonies, go-go boots, and surf guitar that gets everyone on the dance floor.

Sonamó
Sonamó is a band that breaks the mold, leading a revolutionary musical movement that merges Italian melodies with funk, Latin rhythms, and world music influences. Their high-energy sound is a vibrant mix of diverse traditions, captivating audiences and lighting up stages across the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. The band first established its roots with the release of an EP that experimented with rock, jazz, Latin, and funk elements, setting the tone for a journey that would evolve into something truly unique. This journey reached a new level with the release of "I Walk Through," a song that speaks to transition and growth. It reflects on moments where joy and pain coexist and embraces the future with optimism, con dent that the best is yet to come. "Moving to San Francisco from Italy made me realize that dreams can come true, and that applies to every aspect of life if you put your heart into it," says Giuseppe Pinto, Sonamó's charismatic frontman. "Focus on making choices for love, rather than fear." Pinto's journey of finding home and freedom in a new country was translated into the ethos of Sonamó, shaped by meeting creative guitarist Trent Berry. Trent describes his experience with Sonamó as "like discovering a lost cousin, almost like a parallel evolution," highlighting the band's deep connection and chemistry. Sonamó is now synonymous with high-octane parties where influences from afro-beat, traditional folk, and Brazilian rhythms collide. Their shows are filled with infectious energy, and the response has been overwhelmingly positive, with thousands of fans embracing their unique sound. Looking ahead, Sonamó is set to release their full album in 2025, a collection of music that promises to capture their revolutionary spirit and further their mission to unite people through the universal language of music. If you haven't experienced the magic of Sonamó yet, you're in for a treat. Their music transcends boundaries, inviting everyone to join in the celebration of life and sound.

Rumba Kings
Rumba Kings Band, a captivating style of music and dance formed in 2014 in Quito Ecuador. It's a fusion genre that combines elements of traditional flamenco music with Afro-Cuban rhythms, particularly those of the rumba.This style often features passionate singing, intricate guitar playing, rhythmic handclaps, and vibrant dance movements. The band is currently performing in clubs and festivals in and around the Bay Area, electrifying audiences with their traditional flamenco music with Afro-Cuban rhythms, as well as with other South American and Latin sounds. Members: Beto: Guitar, Nacho: Guitar, Chris: bass, Dave: drums, Ruben: vocals, Marcel: vocals

Ed Varez
While he hails from Lima, Peru, Eduardo's passion for music was ignited at the tender age of 12 when he first picked up a guitar. Over the years, he has honed his craft, studying "Songwriting and Music Production" at the Los Angeles Recording School. Alongside performing with local bands, he has had the privilege of opening for renowned artists such as Julieta Venegas, Aleks Syntek, Elefante, and Jarabe de Palo. His repertoire encompasses original compositions in both English and Spanish, alongside dynamic covers, which he delivers with fervor at various local restaurants and venues in the Bay Area.
Ed Varez creates a unique fusion of rock, Latin, and tropical rhythms. His performances are characterized by an infectious energy that captivates audiences and leaves a lasting impression!

Iguazúl
Musician and Music Producer, Iguazúl (born Loïc Maestracci) is a versatile artist known for exotic, smooth, and soulfully tinged dance floor sound combined with electro funk and Brazilian rhythms in a retro-modern style.Growing up in France, he came in touch with soul, funk, and bossa nova through his parent’s vinyl collection. Iguazúl has been deeply influenced by his music heritage combined with travels through world cities whose music traditions are important parts of their heritage: Rio, Paris, London, New Orleans, and Los Angeles, among them. His music style blends electric pianos, electronic synths, and drum machines with organic voices and live percussion.His eight-track debut EP, “Electro Funk Samba”, a product of French Electro tracks mixed with American Funk and Brazilian rhythms , was issued in 2016.Tapping into his mix of electro and latin sounds, he recently composed the music for Apple’s Switchers commercials in Latin American.In 2023, he released his second album “Remote Work”. Two years in the making, Remote Workis a 8-track album that captures the emotions, challenges, and triumphs of new work/lifestyles that emerged during the recent years. Tracks spam different genres from Hip Hop, Trip Hop to Synthwave, Brazilian Jazz, and even chilled lofi. One of the previously released singles, “The Less You Try, The More You Stand Out”, a Trip Hop track, already gathered over 70K streams on Spotify.The new lead track being released with this album is "New World" a track that intersects electronic Brazilian jazz and African Hip Hop. The track captures the emotions of a divided world and how we overcome them. He invited a Nigerian singer to record vocals above the instrumental.

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