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David Bowie Retrospective
The international exhibition titled "David Bowie is" arrives in Barcelona at the end of May this year, showcasing over 300 objects that aim to give an insight into the creative influence David Bowie had and has on popular culture. Including handwritten lyrics, clothes, and album artwork to name a few, this is a one of a kind exhibition which shows the artistic progression of the artist, while giving an all-encompassing outlook on the artistry and craft that went into Bowie´s persona. First on display at the V&A (Victoria and Albert Museum) in London in 2013, the exhibition is now travelling around the world, resonating Bowie´s reach. Barcelona is the only city in Spain that will host the exhibition.
Find out more »Barcelona City FM presents: Kelpe
In association with Bizzarre, Barcelona City FM presents Kelpe for one night only at our favourite DJ haunt, Garage 442:
Kelpe (DRUT Recordings / UK)
Satta B (BCFM / Palm Grease)
D.N.S b2b Tottie (BCFM)
A regular artist on imprints DC Recordings, Black Acre and more recently DRUT Recordings, over the last twelve years Kelpe has carved himself a unique perch in the UK’s electronic underground. The man himself will be in town for Primavera week performing a rare DJ set for Barcelona City FM and Bizzarre. Intent to throw down his influences expect the bleeps & bass of classic Warp artists to the funk of Sly Stone, genre hopping from house and electro to alternative sounds. Barcelona City FM DJ's Satta B and D.N.S b2b DJ Tottie will be joining him throughout the night.
Find out more »Primavera Sound Festival
One of the most important urban music festivals in the world, Primavera has been warming up with concerts around town throughout May. Large stages are spread across the Fòrum site, with the Mediterranean Sea as a stunning backdrop. The festival is famous for its fantastic line-ups. Thursday night headliners include Aphex Twin, Joy Orbison, The Damned, and more. On Friday you can rock out to The XX, Sleaford Mods, Michael Mayer and many more. Saturday’s big names are Van Morrison, Teenage Fanclub and Arcade Fire. With over 100 bands and DJs on the bill, this is just a small taste of what looks set to be a huge party.
Find out more »Paganas – Exhibition by international female artists
An amazing exhibition from a group of international artists living and working in Barcelona.
Celebrating our natural Paganess!
Monique Van Steen
Abi Fantastic
Miss Hazard
Tamsin Hull
Marie Albrecht
Christina Nicoll
Mystic Jade
Jacqueline Kato
Turn the dial for improv comedy, BIG Presents: On The Air
Barcelona Improv Group welcomes BIG IF 4 improv comedy stars, La Carpe Haute, all the way from Strasbourg, as they take us on a musical journey of discovery. In their award winning show, Radiophonics, a DJ selects select music tracks unknown to the cast to inspire the characters and scenes that unfold live on stage.
Then BIG will broadcast direct from our living room to bring you a series of improvised scenes inspired by memories of the music that shaped us into the original mixes we are today. Watch us create scenes about those local DJs, music lessons, or the songs that set the frequency for the magic moments of our lives.
Photo Credit: Fernando Bague
Find out more »EroStreet Festival 2017
This weekend sees the second edition of EroStreet Festival come to Barcelona. This is an event that brings together people that are interested in exploring concepts of sensuality and eroticism in a safe and open environment. Numerous exhibitors will be present and throughout the weekend there will be workshops, information stands, and performances, amongst others.
EroStreet aims to start a conversation about notions of eroticism and discuss human sexuality in an open and honest way and with the help of professional practitioners of their field. The unique aspect of this event apart from its open attitude towards sexual minorities is the range of things to do and see: from seeing erotic art to talking to psychologists, or just shopping for lingerie, there is something for everyone. Whether you are adventurous or just curious, the fair is there for you to explore. Just check the website for the full schedule of events.
Find out more »El Vida 2017
El Vida 2017 comes back June 29th to July 2nd with the much anticipated return of two of the most important international bands of recent years, Fleet Foxes and Phoenix. With both bands scheduled to release new albums soon, there will certainly be plenty to be excited about. Phoenix, a French alternative band, will be headlining the newly revamped Thursday night. Fleet Foxes will be headlining on Saturday, finally breaking their six-year break from the stage. Another big name to headline this years festival will be the Flaming Lips.
In addition to these headliners, the American bands Warpaint and Dr. Dog, the renowned London DJ Erol Alkan, the great collaboration between Rosalía and Raül Refree "Los Angeles", the southern psychoblues of Guadalupe Plata, the melodic pop of Joan Miquel Oliver and the new solo project of Enric Montefusco, who join the already confirmed The Flaming Lips, Real Estate and La Casa Azul will also be performing.
Many of the tickets have been purchased already, so don't miss your chance to see El Vida 2017.
Tickets and more information available here.
Find out more »BIG Presents: Putting the Season to Bed
To round out the season, we have a fun-filled show with some of our favorite improv comedy games. You’ll see high-energy scenes, hear songs made up on the spot, and feel the funk with our special guest! Don’t miss out- this is your last chance to laugh with BIG before we put Season 6 to bed.
Photo Credit: Fernando Bague
Design: Silvia Behar
Blood Quartet post-rock/ free-jazz group live performance in Gràcia
Fresh from their UK tour in Bristol, Reading and London, post-rock/free-jazz group Blood Quartet from Barcelona are due to play live on July 8 at local music venue El Pumarejo (Gràcia district). The band will be playing tracks from their current album, Deep Red, as well as some new brand new material. Blood Quartet includes Mark Cunningham, pioneer of the 70s New York no-wave scene, and the members of Murnau b., a local alt-rock band. According to Mondo Sonoro (Spain's leading music publication), "Blood Quartet's music sounds like chaos, like that succession of stumbles and outcomes that life generates.. and above all it sounds like freedom"..
Tickets €4 - €6 on the door.
Find out more »Sounds on Sunday by BarcelonaCityFM with Dan Mckie at Nomm
Sounds on Sunday is an alternative aural experience curated by BarcelonaCityFM DJ's, genre hopping the full spectrum of downtempo electronic beats, from hip hop to funk, soul-jazz and beyond.
This week's radio resident is the rather fab Dan Mckie, who hosts a weekly show, Fish Don't Dance, every Saturday 7-9pm on the city's FM station for English speakers. He will be playing laid back house and slick beats in the Asian themed surroundings of Nomm, an uber cool restaurant and cocktail bar midway on Paral-lel.
Immediately by the exit of Poble Sec Metro on the Green Line, alight, relax, sip super smooth cocktails and ease into the Balearic mood by one of the White Isle's favourite DJs.
Nomm, Av del Paral.lel 130, 08015 Barcelona
http://www.barcelonacityfm.com
http://www.twitter.com/barcelonacityfm
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