Soma Soma + Dj Redpeppa at The Magic Garden
February 22 @ 7:30 pm - February 23 @ 2:00 am
“It’s like being on holiday” – BBC Radio Bristol
“WOW” – Gilles Peterson BBC Radio 6
SOMA SOMA
Soma Soma are an 8-piece band from Bristol, UK, who offer an exciting mix of world music
styles that can only be described as their own Soma Soma sound.
Driving percussion, vintage horns, and hypnotic guitar lines work together to seamlessly blend Brazilian styles (Samba/Bossa Nova/Arrocha) with African (Highlife/Afrobeat/Soukous) genres to create something completely new and exciting. They are able to take traditional
rhythms and infuse them with a modern energy that keeps the audience captivated throughout their performances.
One of the most striking aspects of Soma Soma’s music is the use of Portuguese lyrics in their songs, which adds an exotic and mysterious element to their sound. Even for those who don’t understand the language, the vocal performances are said to be powerful and emotive, conveying the passion and intensity of the music.
Soma Soma is a fantastic live act that will transport you to a new world of afro/brazilian music and spread pure feelings of connection, joy and nostalgia.
Released in March 2022, the band’s second studio album ‘Água Viva’ has received appraisal in the UK and in Brazil and it has appeared on several radio shows including Giles Petterson, Cerys Matthews, Gideon Coe and Tom Robinson’s on BBC RADIO 6 as well as featured on Yolanda Brown and Sarah Ward’s shows on Jazz FM.
Dj Redpeppa
Born and bred in the Essex countryside, Redpeppa spent her teens dancing in muddy fields and listening to vinyls with her parents.
Redpeppa has since travelled the world the world, finding inspiration from a range of cultures and music styles.
She is a multi genre DJ with an eclectic taste in music but is mostly known for her groovy blends of house, disco & oldskool rave – infused with flavours of jazz and funk.
Heavily influenced by the 80s/90s and the ethos and roots of house music in Chicago; Redpeppas energy and sound is irresistibly funky and feel-good!