Summer Concert Guide: NY, LA, SF, Miami, Chicago
Can you hear it? It’s already started to echo. The lull of Spring is picking up and getting ready to deafen our sun-kissed ears. Summer is invading with noisier sounds and back-to-back sweat fests. We already gave you the ultimate summer soundtrack (May’s Vamos a la Playa), and lucky for you, we’ve got your one-stop Summer Music Tour Guide for all five Remezcla cities. If it’s Latin, musical, and happening from late May to September, then we’ve got it. We’ve actually got something for all music palates, from salsa to rock to Maná. Yes, even Maná.
So take a gander below. Shows are being announced every single day in each city (we’re still waiting on lineups for LA’s Sunset Junction, Celebrate Brooklyn, Jelly Pool Parties, Northside Festival, Chicago’s Colombian Fest, LAMC, and many more), so check back periodically, because we’ll be updating the Guide with more Latin concerts. Happy moshing!
NEW YORK | MIAMI | CHICAGO | LOS ANGELES | SAN FRANCISCO
New York
ESL Music Presents: An Evening With Federico Aubele
Wednesday, May 25th from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at Gramercy TheatreFederico Aubele rose to international recognition back in the early ’00s riding on the wave of new-school electronic tango propelled by Gotan...
Joaquin Sabina
Wednesday, May 25th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at Hammerstein BallroomJoaquin Sabina, will be performing in New York's Hammerstein Ballroom on May 25th. The Spanish singer, songwriter, and poet has an extensive career...
Diego Torres
Thursday, June 9th from 7:30pm to 11:00pm at Irving PlazaArgentinean pop singer, Diego Torres, will be performing in New York. This singer has turned actor, but always returned to music. He has garnered...
Saul Hernandez from Caifanes/ Jaguares
Monday, June 13th at 9:00pm at B.B. King Blues Club and GrillRockero Saul Hernandez is still at it, he will be dropping a new album on May 2, Remando. Formerly of the acclaimed band Caifanes, this iconic...
Gilberto Santa Rosa
Tuesday, June 14th from 7:30pm to 11:00pm at Irving PlazaThe salsa icon known as "El Caballero de la Salsa,"Â Gilberto Santa Rosa, will be performing at NY's Irving Plaza before taking off on tour with...
Junip + More @ Celebrate Brooklyn
Friday, June 17th at 7:00pm at Prospect Park BandshellCelebrate Brooklyn is in its 33 rd year, still bringing you lots of awesome summer concerts and festivities. Join us in celebrating our dearest...
Larry Harlow Latin Legends Band Showdown + La Excelencia
Saturday, June 18th at 7:30pm at Prospect Park BandshellSalsa legend Larry Harlow has quite the reputation among salsa lovers for his many contributions to the Latin genre. If you're a salsa lover, or...
Neon Indian, People Under the Stairs, Das Racist at Governors Ball Music Fest
Saturday, June 18th from 12:00pm to 11:00pm at Governors IslandThe inaugural Governors Ball Music Festival (a one-day, two-stage party) is reppin' some Latin names in its first year. Hip-hop absurdists Das...
Carlos Varela
Sunday, June 19th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at B.B. King Blues Club and GrillOften compared to Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan, Carlos Varela is one of the most popular and provoking singer-songwriters in Cuba. His melodies...
Thievery Corporation at Williamsburg Waterfront
Friday, June 24th from 5:30pm to 10:00pm at Williamsburg WaterfrontThe trip-hop-dub D.C. duo Thievery Corporation are one of the first artists confirmed to play summer shows at Williamsburg Waterfront.
Los Van Van
Tuesday, June 28th from 7:30pm to 9:00pm at SOB'sCuban timba band, Los Van Van, will return to S.O.B.'s for one more show. 2010 saw three of their performances at the venue get sold out, don't miss...
Jarabedepalo Live
Tuesday, July 5th 9:00pm to 2:00am at Highline BallroomSpain's Jarabedepalo returns with a new album via Nacional Records, and prior to their Central Park SummerStage show with Ely Guerra and Mr. Pauer,...
SummerStage: Jarabedepalo, Ely Guerra, Mr. Pauer, + Novalima
Wednesday, July 6th from 7:00pm to 10:00pm at Central Park SummerStage at Rumsey PlayfieldSpain's super group Jarabedepalo, those dudes who sing "La Flaca," are back with a new album. The Pau Donés-led group will headline Central Park's...
No Te Va Gustar
Friday, July 8th 11:00pm to 2:00am at B.B. King Blues Club and GrillMore commonly knows as NTVG, this 8-piece band from Uruguay has been captivating audiences since 1994 with their rock en español and not-so-subtle...
Los Lobos, Hello Seahorse! + Zigmat @ Celebrate Brooklyn
Friday, July 8th at 7:00pm at Prospect Park BandshellCelebrate Brooklyn and LAMC (Latin Alternative Music Conference) present you this awesome line up, mixing up the traditional with the funky and brand...
Chocquibtown, Rita Indiana, Ursula 1000 & Qué Bajo?! at SummerStage
Saturday, July 9th from 3:00pm to 6:00pm at Central Park SummerStage at Rumsey PlayfieldJust when you thought July couldn't get sweatier, Central Park SummerStage brings you four acts that are sure to raise temperatures. Latin...
Rita Indiana + DJ Geko Jones
Saturday, July 9th at 11:45pm at SOB'sDominican Pop Princess, Rita Indiana, comes to New York's S.O.B.'s to show us more of her moves and vocals. Watch this quirky singer win you over...
Ana Tijoux + Bahamadia
Wednesday, August 3rd from 7:30pm to 9:00pm at SOB'sLatin hip-hop star, Ana Tijoux has blown up due to collaborations with Julieta Venegas and her second album "1977." Check out the French-Chilean MC...
Los Rakas + More @ SummerStage
Saturday, August 20th at 3:00pm at Central Park SummerStage at Rumsey PlayfieldIn August, you can look forward to Los Rakas, the Panama swag duo straight out of Oakland. They will be joined by Tiken Jah Fakoly, a rapper in...
Electric Zoo Music Festival
Friday, September 2nd from 11:00am to 11:00pm at Randall's Island ParkNew York City's biggest electronic music festival has been bringing ravers to Randall's Island for three years straight, and this year looks to be...
Sergent Garcia
Saturday, September 10th at 11:00pm at SOB'sThis reggae influenced Latin alternative artist is one of the must see acts this summer. Don't miss out on Sergent Garcia blending dancehall, salsa,...
Miami
Luis Miguel Goes Back on Tour
Thursday, May 19th at 8:00pm at American Airlines ArenaEl Sol de Mexico is going back on tour, and you don't want to miss him at the American Airlines Arena at the end of May. Luis Miguel, has gained...
Joaquin Sabina’s “El Penultimo Tren Tour”
Friday, May 27th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at American Airlines ArenaJoaquin Sabina, will be performing at Miami's American Airlines Arena on May 27th for his "El Penultimo Tren" Tour. The Spanish singer, songwriter,...
Xperimento Album Release Party
Monday, May 30th 11:00pm to 3:00am at The StageA bailar y gozar with Xperimento, who mix up funk, hip-hop, R&B, and groove together with cumbia, reggae, and rumba. The band's members hail from...
Los Amigos Invisibles
Saturday, June 11th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at Grand CentralVenezuelan funk band, Los Amigos Invisibles, have been making hits since 1998 with their first album The New Sound of Venezuelan Gozadera. The Grammy...
Diego Torres
Saturday, June 11th at 8:00pm at The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason TheaterArgentinean pop singer, Diego Torres, will be performing in Miami. This singer has turned actor, but always returned to music. He has garnered...
Night of Dubstep, Borgore w/ Caligula + Juan Basshead
Friday, June 17th 9:00pm to 2:00am at The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason TheaterBorgore has become famous as the man who "ruined dubstep." This Israeli drummer mixes heavy metal rock with dubstep, and his insane live show is one...
Big Night in Little Haiti
Friday, June 17th from 6:00pm to 10:00pm at Little Haiti Cultural CenterBig Night in Little Haiti is a new monthly event, occurring every third Friday in the Little Haiti Cultural Center. This production, brought to you...
Ruben Blades + Gilberto Santa Rosa Perform
Saturday, June 18th at 8:00pm at American Airlines ArenaRuben Blades is more than just a king of salsa in his native Panama, where he is also a lawyer and politician. Catch Blades as he puts on his musical...
Conjunto Progreso
Friday, June 24th at 11:00pm at Transit LoungeMiami's own Conjunto Progreso will be performing at Transit Lounge. Expect the Grammy nominated group to play their signature tropical music that...
No Te Va Gustar
Monday, July 4th 8:00pm to 1:00am at Grand CentralMore commonly knows as NTVG, this 8-piece band from Uruguay has been captivating audiences since 1994 with their rock en español and not-so-subtle...
Miami International Song Festival 2011
Monday, July 11th at 5:00pm at Manuel Artime TheatreThe Miami International Song Festival will be on July 11, a spectacle you won't want to miss. Join stars Eduardo Antonio, Mirtha Medina, Ley...
Chicago
Hombres G & Enanitos Verdes
Sunday, June 26th from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at House of BluesIt might smell like Bengay instead of weed at this show, but its totally OK to still get excited to see Enanitos and Los Hombres G at Chicago's House...
Carla Morrison
Friday, July 1st 7:00pm to 1:00am at DarkroomShes as cool as she looks, Carla Morrison quickly becomes and an addiction of well balanced lyrics with mellow tunes and a unique voice. All is well...
Systema Solar
Friday, July 1st 9:00pm to 2:00am at Mayne StageColombian fusion electronica band Systema Solar makes Chicago debut at Mayne Stage for one night only as part of the Chicago Colombian Festival.
Ely Guerra
Sunday, July 10th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Navy Pier Beer GardensAs part of the Sor Juana Series, Radio Arte & The National Museum of Mexican Art present Ely Guerra honoring the contributions Mexicanas have made to...
Das Racist & Twin Shadow at Pitchfork Music Fest
Friday, July 15th 3:30pm to 12:00am at Union ParkOne of few Latino friendly acts at Pitchfork, Das Racist performs at Union Park on the first night of the festival.
The Mars Volta
Saturday, July 16th at 8:00pm at UIC PavillionWe're still recovering from the last Mars Volta show, and that was months ago. Check out Cedric, Omar, and the boys as they open for Soundgarden at...
Ximena Sariñana, Chico Trujillo, Los Bunkers, Ceci Bastida and Ana Tijoux at Lollapalooza
Friday, August 5th from 12:00pm to 11:00pm at Grant ParkThe 3-day pass to Lollapalooza is your best bet to catch the main Latino acts. Justify the tix price by factoring in the skyline, beer, and feeling...
Los Angeles
Silver Lake Jubilee
Saturday, May 21st to Sunday, May 22nd at Under the bridge at Sunset Blvd. and Santa Monica Blvd.The Silver Lake Jubilee is an annual street festival, celebrating music and arts in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles. This year, the...
Rhythm & Soul For Relief: Concert for Japan, Haiti & the World
Sunday, May 22nd 7:00pm to 2:00am at EchoplexJoin artists from a range of genres of a great cause at LA's Echoplex on May 22. Among the performers for the Rhythm and Soul for Relief: Concert for...
Bomba Estereo, La Santa Cecilia & Mexican Dubwiser
Tuesday, May 24th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at The Roxy TheaterIts 2011, if you aren't on first name basis with Bomba Estereo then we got a problem here. Take yourself to this show and bring anyone someone who...
Joaquin Sabina
Sunday, May 29th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at Nokia Theatre LA LiveJoaquin Sabina, will be performing at LA's Nokia Theatre on May 29th. It’s about time he made it to this little corner of the world; the Vinagre...
Diego Torres
Friday, June 3rd from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at House of Blues Sunset StripArgentine Grammy-nominated Diego Torres takes the stage at West Hollywood's House of Blues Sunset Strip on June 3rd to promote his seventh album...
KCRW Presents Diego Garcia
Wednesday, June 8th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at The EchoFormer Elefant frontman Diego Garcia is playing at The Echo on June 8th with Jenny O, presented by KCRW. Come check out his stellar band playing his...
Le Butcherettes + Deftones Concert
Friday, June 10th at 7:00pm at Hollywood PalladiumWanna seriously rock out with some awesome bands? Le Butcherettes and the Deftones will be perfoming in Hollywood Palladium on June 10. Le...
Carla Morrison, Hello Seahorse + More @ Make Music Pasadena Festival
Saturday, June 18th from 11:00am to 11:00pm at Downtown PasadenaMake Music Pasadena is one of California's largest music festivals, with over 20,000 people attending every year. The festival is a celebration of...
Maná: 4 Nights at Staples Center!
Thursday, June 23rd from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at Staples CenterFour night of Maná, is that a sufficient amount for you? Mexican Latin rock sensation, Maná, is back on tour for their new album "Drama y Luz."...
Saul Hernandez of Caifanes/Jaguares
Saturday, July 9th at 8:00pm at Club NokiaRockero Saul Hernandez is still at it, he will be dropping a new album on May 2, Remando. Formerly of the acclaimed band Caifanes, this iconic...
Girl in a Coma
Thursday, June 30th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at Levitt Pavilion PasadenaTaking their name from the classic Smiths song, Girl in a Coma started in San Antonio, TX, with bassist Jenn Alva, drummer Phanie Diazand, and Nina...
Aterciopelados
Thursday, July 14th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at The Conga RoomLos Aterciopelados strike back with a concert at The Conga Room. Sure, we've been following these Colombian politi-composers for some time now. Who...
Ximena Sariñana and Carla Morrison at BMI Summer Nights
Thursday, July 21st from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at Levitt Pavilion PasadenaIt's a night of Mexican indie darlings, as Ximena Sariñana and Carla Morrison take the stage as part of Levitt Pavilion Pasadena's FREE summer...
The Mars Volta
Friday, July 22nd 8:00pm to 2:00am at The LA ForumWe're still recovering from the last Mars Volta show, and that was months ago. Check out Cedric, Omar, and the boys as they open for Soundgarden at...
Ceci Bastida at Hollywood Bowl w/ Stevie Wonder, Janelle Monae, etc.
Sunday, July 24th from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at Hollywood BowlIt's safe to say Ceci Bastida has had two pretty great years. With the release of her solo debut Veo la Marea, the former Tijuano NO! front woman is...
Rodrigo y Gabriela + Los Amigos Invisibles at Hollywood Bowl’s En Fuego: Voices and Guitars with Fireworks!
Friday, August 12th from 8:30pm to 11:00pm at Hollywood BowlThis is how Rodrigo y Gabriela were meant to be heard. As electrifying as they are, the accompaniment of the LA Philharmonic (conducted by Miguel...
Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club ft. Omara Portuondo at Hollywood Bowl
Wednesday, August 24th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at Hollywood BowlIt's not the easiest thing in the world to make U.S. appearances for the members of Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club. So when they make them, they...
Toy Selectah & Master Blaster at BMI Summer Nights
Thursday, August 25th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at Levitt Pavilion PasadenaToy Selectah. For FREE? OK. Of course. BMI Summer Nights presents Monterrey mix master Toy Selectah and Master Blaster for a FREE evening at the...
San Francisco
Diego Garcia
Thursday, June 9th from 9:00pm to 11:00pm at The Hotel Utah SaloonFormer Elefant frontman Diego Garcia is playing at The Hotel Utah Saloon on June 9th. Come check out his stellar band playing his solo debut, the...
Carlos Varela
Friday, June 10th at 9:00pm at Great American Music HallOften compared to Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan, Carlos Varela is one of the most popular and provoking singer-songwriters in Cuba. His melodies...
Girl in a Coma
Friday, June 10th at 9:00pm at The IndependentTaking their name from the classic Smiths song, Girl in a Coma started in San Antonio, TX, with bassist Jenn Alva, drummer Phanie Diazand, and Nina...
Locura with Bang Data and Bayonics
Friday, June 10th at 9:00pm at The New ParishLoCura is a performance band that mixes sounds from flamenco, reggae, cuban son, and hip-hop giving you an original blend of high energy music that...
Le Butcherettes + Deftones Concert
Monday, June 13th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at The WarfieldWanna seriously rock out with some awesome bands? Le Butcherettes and the Deftones will be perfoming at The Warfield on June 13. Le Butcherettes are...
Los Amigos Invisibles and Funky C
Saturday, July 2nd at 8:30pm at The New ParishVenezuelan funk band, Los Amigos Invisibles, have been making hits since 1998 with their first album The New Sound of Venezuelan Gozadera. The Grammy...
Ceci Bastida
Saturday, July 9th at 9:00pm at Sub-Mission Art Space formerly Balazo 18 Art GalleryMexican singer/songwriter Ceci Bastida has been one of the Tijuana music scene's best kept secrets since she was 15 years old. With the release of...
AfroCubism and Pellejo Seco at Stern Grove Festival
Sunday, July 10th at 2:00pm at Sigmund Stern GroveAfroCubism is World Circuit Records'Â dream project. This was Nick Gold's original idea for the Buena Vista Social Club - a stellar collaboration of...
The Mars Volta
Thursday, July 21st at 11:00am at Bill Graham Civic CenterWe're still recovering from the last Mars Volta show, and that was months ago. Check out Cedric, Omar, and the boys as they open for Soundgarden at...
Luisa Maita at Stern Grove Festival
Sunday, August 14th at 2:00pm at Sigmund Stern GroveAcclaimed Flamenco producer Javier Limon showcases the vocal talents of internationally renowned Brazilian singer Luisa Maita at Stern...
Julieta Venegas, Ana Tijoux, Junip, and Ximena Sarinana at 2011 Outside Lands
Friday, August 12th to Sunday, August 14th at Golden Gate ParkOutside Lands is not just your average, run-of-the-mill music festival. With art exhibitions as well as wine and food stands offering some of the Bay...
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