LULA ANNOUNCES TWO COOL NEW SERIES FOR A HOT SUMMER
MOVIMIENTO! - The Urban Latino funk, hip hop and reggaeton explosion
THURSDAY JULY 14 – AUGUST 18
Small World Music and Lula Lounge present a six week-series of the next wave of the Nuevo Latino Movement. Across the Americas, young musicians in urban centres such as New York City, Cartegena, São Paulo and Havana are simultaneously exploring the fusion of traditional Latin and Brazilian rhythms and melodies with contemporary rock, funk, hip hop, jazz, techno, and reggae. The huge success of Reggaeton artists such as Daddy Yankee and Ivy Queen as well as Mexican born singer composer Manu Chao points to the power of these hybrid latin forms. Toronto's own incredible diversity makes our city the ideal crucible for the exchange of musical influences that characterize the Latin Alternative Movement. Movimiento is the musical combustion of "las calles de Toronto."
CRISTAL CUBAN FRIDAYS JULY 8 to AUGUST 19
 Lula Lounge presents Cristal Cuban Fridays featuring Café Cubano. Anyone following Toronto’s Latin music
scene will know that Café Cubano is the talk of the town. With their unparalled showmanship and tight but driving renditions of Salsa classics, Café Cubano will transport you to the sultry nightclubs of Havana.
Cristal Cuban Fridays kick off on July 8 with the AfroCuban rhythms of Evaristo Machado and his salsa orchestra performing original and classic compositions. On July 22, Cuban Cristal Fridays presents Ruben Vazquez and friends. Each Friday there will be Cristal merchandise and cd giveaways.
For those recently bitten by the salsa bug, we’ve lined up dance instructors from Dance to Live, Mambotribe, Rhythm and Motion, iFreestyle.ca and more to help you master the salsa basics, check out a different style every week. $45 Dinner, dance lesson and show packages are also available every Friday.
ENERGIA LATINA RETURNS!
Don’t miss Energia Latina on Saturday July 16. Lead by Toronto salsa veteran Angel Luis and featuring Daniel Stone, Alexis Baro and Chendy Leon, Energia Latina was one of the first Latin bands to establish itself in the Toronto Salsa scene. Havana born Luis, who has performed with Jesus “Chucho” Valdez as well as Mayra Caridad Valdez, heads this all-star group to deliver a seasoned but newly inventive energy to Lula’s Saturday Salsa nights.
GARY TOPP PRESENTS: JESSE DENATALE JULY 13
 Ramblin’ Jack Elliott calls DeNatale, “The Bard of Tomales Bay”. Tom Waits calls him, “a unique and original American voice”. Born and raised in Northern California, singer-songwriter DeNatale came into his artistic own playing in the bars, cafes, railway stations and rooftops of Massachusetts and New York City. His debut CD Shangri-La West received rave reviews for
it’s lyrical richness and spirited raconteurship. DeNatale is definitely a rising star on the horizon of alternative folk
RALPH IRIZARRY AND SONCAFE OCTOBER 6 AND 7
 "Ralph is a star of the future who never forgets the Latin basics. This band is burning!" - Tito Puente
Timbales master Ralph Irizarry christened Lula Lounge at it’s inception three years ago and has honoured us with a visit every year since. Born in Spanish Harlem to Puerto Rican parents, Irizarry is a self-taught genius of percussion who has played with such giants as Sonora Ponceña, Cachao, Celia Cruz, Juan Luis Guerra, Ruben Blades and Ray Barretto. (Really, what more do you want?)
This October he’ll introduce us to his latest musical venture -- the 10-piece NY salsa orchestra SonCafé. The 2005 release “Bailando con... Azucar!” simultaneously exhibits a sweet maturity and the cutting edge energy of a New York City power salsa band. If there is any order in the univese, this show will sell out so reserve early. Tickets go on sale July 3. 416 588 0307
LULA WORLD 2005
Thank you to everyone who helped us to celebrate our third anniversary, the festival was a huge success both in terms of the caliber and diversity of the music presented as well as in terms of audience attendance. Over 70 performers from well over 20 countries took part in the ten-day world music series. From Malagasy soul to Klezmer to Quebecois folk to the hottest salsa party of the year, LULA WORLD took us on a ten-day trip around the globe - without our having to leave Dufferin and Dundas.
We are especially grateful to Small World Music, Music Africa, David Buchbinder, Daniel Stone, Jane Bunnett, Franco-Féte and Borealis Records for their hard work to put the evenings together. We'd also like to thank our wonderful staff for all their hard work as well as legendary presenter Gary Topp for taking a chance on us right from the start. We hope that those who attended the LULA WORLD had as much fun as we did and that you'll join us again next year.
Thank you again to the LULA WORLD performers:
Alberto Suarez, Alex Godinez, Anit Ghosh, Benny Esguerra, Benoit Bourque, Bill McBirnie, Bob Stevenson, Bryden Baird, Catarina Cardeal, Celina Carroll, Chester Manoharan, Daniel Barnes, Daniel Leon, Daniel Stone, David Buchbinder, David Virelles, Devon Henderson, Didace Grondin, Dione Taylor, Donné Robert, Ethan Ardelli, Evaristo Machado, Funky Francky, Gaboo Lajoie, George Koller, Glenda Del Monte, Hilario Duran, Jamie Stager, Jane Bunnett, Juan Carlos Cardenas, Larry Cramer, Levon Ichkhanian, Luis Mario Ochoa, Luisito Denis, Luisito Guerra, Lundo y Maruchka Chango, Marco Paradis, Marilyn Lerner, Mario Allard, Mark McLean, Mateo Van Vliet, Mayito del Monte, Melissa Bertulien, Mike Siracusa, Mireya Escalante, Nancy Walker, Necmi Cavli, Nick Ali , Nick Fraser, Nicolas Boulerice, Oliver Demers, Peter Lutek, Ricky Franco, Roula Saide, Ruddy Bolaños, Sean Donelly, Silvio Gonzales, Simon Beaudry, Victor Bateman, Wilson Acevedo, Yannick Malboeuf.
(We know we’re missing a few of you but if you give us the heads up, we’ll update the list pronto.)
JUNE UPDATES AND JULY SCHEDULE
TUESDAY JUNE 21
SKY'S THE LIMIT FUNDRAISER FEATURING MATISSE
Doors @ 7:00pm, Admission
Support Sky's The Limit and catch to hip-hop funk fusion of Matisse.
WEDNESDAY JUNE 22
ELIANA CUEVAS QUINTET
Doors @ 7:00pm, Show @ 9:00pm, Admission $10, $45 dinner and show package.
Special concert by beautiful world jazz singer Eliana Cuevas. Eliana's recent Canadian tour for her new CD Ventura was a huge success we are very honoured to welcome her back to Lula.
THURSDAY JUNE 23
HILARIO DURAN ALL STAR BIG BAND + TRIO!
Doors @ 7:00pm, Show @ 8:00pm, Admission $20, $55 for 3 course dinner and show
Fresh off of a JUNO win for his recording New Danzon, Hilario undertakes one of his most ambitious and exciting projects with the creation of this big band!
FRIDAY JUNE 24
SALSA FRIDAY W/ CAFE CUBANO!
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10, Members FREE! , $45 includes three course dinner + dance class + show
We’re proud to welcome back a brand new band in Toronto with five performers formerly with Valentin y los del Caribe. They have joined up with other great Toronto musicians to form "Cafe Cubano!". Dance lesson at 9pm.
SATURDAY JUNE 25
SALSA SATURDAY w/ RICKY FRANCO
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10 Includes dance class, $45 includes Dinner, Dance Class and Show
This multi-instrumentalist comes with a powerful band that blends a mixture of vibes ranging from sultry R&B slow jams to powerful Salsa Descargas featuring some of Toronto's best musicians. Salsa class with Ana Machado.
WEDNESDAY JUNE 29
EVARISTO MACHADO + FRIENDS
Doors @ 7:00pm, Admission
THURSDAY JUNE 30
ADAM SOLOMON & TIKISA IN CONCERT
Doors @ 7:00pm, Show @ 8:30pm, Admission $35 Single $50 Couple
Adam Solomon and his multicultural band, Tikisa ('shake your body' in Swahili), delivers a fresh, eminently listenable sound, an intoxicating blend of Worldbeat, Afropop, Soukous and Fiesta rhythms that will lift your soul and make your feet move!
FRIDAY JULY 1
THE ALI BROTHERS
Doors @ 7:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10
Toronto Down Town Jazz Festival - Symphony of Vibe: Celebrate Canada with The Ali Brothers, the luminous Enlight (of Gruvasylum fame) and the mighty Phatt Al (from God Made me Funky).
SATURDAY JULY 2
SALSA SATURDAY W/ MARRON MATIZADO
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10, $45 includes three course dinner + dance class + show
Nick “the brownman” Ali brings his all-star salsa unit to Lula! Salsa dance class with Ana Machado.
FRIDAY JULY 8
CRISTAL CUBAN FRIDAYS W/ EVARISTO MACHADO!
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10, Members FREE!, $45 Three Course Dinner, Dance Class and Band
Evaristo returns to Lula with his luscious orchestra to perform original and classic compositions that combine salsa and traditional Afro-Cuban rhythms. Dance Class @ 9pm with Caryl and Angus from iFreeStyle.ca.
SATURDAY JULY 9
SALSA SATURDAY W/ CAFE CUBANO!
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10, $45 - 3 course dinner + dance class + show
We’re proud to welcome back a brand new band in Toronto with five performers formerly with Valentin y los del Caribe. They have joined up with other great Toronto musicians to form "Cafe Cubano!". Dance lesson with Ana @ 9pm.
WEDNESDAY JULY 13
GARY TOPP PRESENTS JESSE DENATALE
Doors @ 7:00pm, Show @ 8:30pm, Admission tba
Ramblin’ Jack Elliott calls DeNatale, “The Bard of Tomales Bay”. Tom Waits calls him, “a unique and original American voice”.
THURSDAY JULY 14
MOVIMIENTO! LAUNCH PARTY: DIRECT FROM CARTAGENA - WAYOVE! + DIRTY MARIA
Doors @ 8:00pm, Show @ 9:30pm, Admission $10
Join to launch MOVIMIENTO!, a six week series exploring the Urban Latino funk, hip hop and reggaeton explosion. Presented by Small World Music and Lula Lounge.
FRIDAY JULY 15
CRISTAL CUBAN FRIDAYS W/ CAFE CUBANO!
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10, Members FREE!, $45 - 3 course dinner + dance class + show
We’re proud to welcome back a brand new band in Toronto with five performers formerly with Valentin y los del Caribe. They have joined up with other great Toronto musicians to form "Cafe Cubano!". Dance lesson with Dance to Live at 9pm.
SATURDAY JULY 16
SALSA SATURDAY W/ ENERGIA LATINA!
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10, $45 - includes 3 course dinner + dance class + live band
Lead by Toronto salsa veteran Angel Luis and featuring Alexis Baro and Chendy Leon, Engeria Latina will take you back to Toronto's old days of salsa - but make it all new.
SUNDAY JULY 17
SMALL WORLD MUSIC PRESENTS NIYAZ
Doors @ 7:00pm, Show @ 9:00pm, Admission $15 advance, $20 at the door www.ticketpro.ca, bistro menu available
Hypnotic, ecstatic, and eminently danceable folk music for the 21st century featuring Iranian born Azam Ali.
THURSDAY JULY 21
MOVIMIENTO!: AFRO-COLOMBIAN FUNK WITH PLAN-C
Doors @ 8:00pm, Show @ 9:30pm, Admission $10
Small World Musica presents PLAN-C's unique fusion of cumbia, funk, soca, hip hop and Afrobeat.
FRIDAY JULY 22
CRISTAL CUBAN FRIDAYS w/ RUBEN VAZQUEZ + FRIENDS!
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10, Members FREE!, $45 Three Course Dinner, Dance Class and Show
Combining authentic Cuban traditions with Latin Jazz this unique ensemble brings a fiery energy to modern Latin interpretations of Ruben’s originals and classic Latin standards. Salsa class with Jennifer Aucoin @ 9pm.
SATURDAY JULY 23
SALSA SATURDAY W/ CACHE
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10, $45 Three Course Dinner + Dance Class + Band
TORONTO’S FIERCEST SALSA BAND! CACHÉ plays hardcore Salsa music inspired by the art of vintage salsa sound of the 1970's. Salsa dance class with Ana Machado.
THURSDAY JULY 28
MOVIMIENTO!: BRAZILIAN & GLOBAL RHYTHMS WITH BEAT MIGRATION
Doors @ 8:00pm, Show @ 9:30pm, Admission $10
An Afro-brasilian percussion procession that will carry us off to the rhythms of maracatu, coco, samba de roda, baiao and funk.
FRIDAY JULY 29
CRISTAL CUBAN FRIDAYS W/ CAFE CUBANO!
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10, Members FREE!, $45 - 3 course dinner + dance class + show
We’re proud to welcome back a brand new band in Toronto with five performers formerly with Valentin y los del Caribe. They have joined up with other great Toronto musicians to form "Cafe Cubano!". Dance lesson with Sarita Leiva at 9pm.
SATURDAY JULY 30
SALSA SATURDAY w/ RICKY FRANCO
Doors @ 7:00pm, Dance Class @ 9:00pm, Show @ 10:00pm, Admission $10 Includes dance class, $45 includes Dinner, Dance Class and Show
This multi-instrumentalist comes with a powerful band that blends a mixture of vibes ranging from sultry R&B slow jams to powerful Salsa Descargas featuring some of Toronto's best musicians. Salsa class with Ana Machado.
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