Yissy Garcia and Bandancha to open Out In The Tropics 2024 festival in Miami

On April 6, the Miami Beach Bandshell will host a performance by Yissy Garcia and her band Bandancha, as part of the Out In The Tropics event. This festival, organized by Fundarte and known for its commitment to promoting original and daring artists, provides a unique platform for talents from diverse disciplines to explore issues of gender politics, sexuality and LGBTQIA+ identity.

Yissy García, an iconic figure of the new generation of Cuban musicians, will be the star of the evening with her show. Women on the Drums. The drummer and composer is celebrated for her ability to transcend genre boundaries and musical traditions, as evidenced by the exceptional skill with which she fuses Cuban folk and popular styles with the most demanding jazz and funk.

The concert, whose tickets are now available for purchase on-linepromises to be an unforgettable experience, not only because of the repertoire, but also because of the cast of musicians and guest artists that will join the stage. Among them, Glenda del E, on piano; Munir Hossn, on bass; Yarelis, Daymi and Gilma, on percussion and Kelvis Ochoa, Miriam Mar and Sheena, on vocals. In addition, the event will feature the special participation of Capoeira Crew, dancer Katia and three berimbau performers; as well as the collaboration of DJ Nfunk, Vizcaino Jr., Yasmani Santos, Yuya, Alfredo Rodriguez Jr. and acclaimed bassist Esperanza Spalding. This array of talent guarantees a night of musical and cultural exploration that is not limited to a single artistic expression.

The Out In The Tropics Festival, in its 13th edition, will run throughout the month of April, and will present a captivating series of performances to defy conventional expectations. The opening performance by Yissy Garcia and Bandancha will be followed by a concert starring Gretell Barreiro and a presentation by A Red Poyo, by FUNDarte. Each edition of this multidisciplinary event is an opportunity to immerse oneself in learning about sexual and gender identity through the unique lens of art and culture.