VALENTINA GAMBA (voice, percussion, flute) hails from Reconquista, north Argentina - the triple border region with Paraguay and Brazil. Valentina was brought up on a diet of the music of this region: cumbia, chamame, tango, jazz and of course Bossa Nova. Valentina is a classically trained flautist and pianist.
ROGER PASTO CORTINA(guitar, percussion) grew up in Barcelona where he studied jazz guitar, composition, and Flamenco guitar. Roger continued his music studies in Liverpool and London.
DAVID EUGENE WEBB (drums, percussion, accordion)has recorded numerous sessions for films and even co-wrote and performed on a song used by Kodak as part of a worldwide advertising campaign. David currently plays on the latest release by Rich Webb, singer Victoria Hume and South African composer Chris Letcher
IAN TEPPER (synths, samples, electronica, percussion) comes from London. He has previously worked with indie band Brown amongst others. Ians interest in jazz/breakbeat has given him the chance to perform at various London live music venues including Cargo, Dingwalls and the Water Rats. Currently runs a club night at the Vibe Bar, Brick Lane, London.
ANDREW JOSEPH (bass) is from South Africa and at present works with, amongst others, composer Chris Letcher as well as the up and coming duo, Thank You Driver. Andrew has been playing in several function and original bands around the UK and South Africa.
Valentina Nova Tres are recording and intend to release the first album in early 2007
Influences
Babel Gilberto; Gal Costa; Leila Pintiero; Eric Dolphy; Joao Gilberto; Mingus; Massive Attack; Baden Powell Aquino; Carlos Lyra; Giles Peterson; Milton Banana; Portishead; Sergio Mendes; Roni Size; Antonio Carlos Jobim; Squarepusher; Boards of Canada; Astor Piazzolla
Valentina Nova Tres performed live and Valentina gave an interview on the BBC World Service in August 2004. In March 2006, Guitarist Roger Pasto Cortina performed at the Barbican Arts Centre, in the heart of London, as part of the Tropicalia Festival celebrating the revolution in Brazilian culture which took part in the late 60's. Sticking mostly to Bossa Nova, Valentina Nova Tres have a twist in their tail: Valentina their singer is in fact Argentinean but has been known to fool even the hardiest of Brazilians with her interpretations of the Portuguese standards from Brazil. Valentina Gamba hails from Subtropical north Argentina - the triple border region with Paraguay and Brazil. Her father is a jazz pianist and trumpeter and Valentina was brought up on a diet of the music of this region: "cumbia" - similar to salsa, "chamame" - an Argentinean rhythm and of course Bossa Nova. Valentina Nova Tres played a summer long residency in a Soho London last year. Valentina sings, plays flute and percussion. She is joined by Catalonian latin/jazz guitarist, Roger Cortina, London drummer, David Eugene Webb, South African bass guru Andrew Joseph and Londoner, Ian Tepper on electronics, beats and strangeness. Unmissable for fans of the type of bossa by the likes of Bebel Gilberto and Cibelle. Valentina Nova Tres include a drum and bass/trip hop slant to the conventional latin-jazz groove, elegant harmonies and Valentinas sublimely beautiful voice, evident both in their original music and interpretations of standards. VNT have been working on a new set of original compositions and are currently recording their debut LP.
A Twisted Funky Jazzy Soulful Sweet Dirty Electronic Dance Music Experience
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Sat 20th Sept 2008 @ Plan B
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Label Launch Special
Sat 20th September 2008
9pm - 5am | £8 b4 midnight £10 after
Plan B | 418 Brixton Road London SW9 7AY www. plan-brixton. co. uk
It's gonna be like this... with b i p o l a r residents and Redz on Mic!!
Ow, did I mention they have heavy FUNKTION 1 soundsystem?? :)
RSVP for £6 concession list ASAP!!
It's a huge venue and we can't accept after 2pm tomorrow...Hope we can party together!:)
Already renowned as one of the greatest and historic jazz clubs in the world, Ronnie Scott’s has always offered the very best in live jazz music. As well as the main club, the venue’s upstairs bar known as Ronnie’s Bar, enjoys considerable prestige as a classy and upmarket place to wile away the evenings in style recreating the relaxed vibe of the 50’s speakeasy. Ronnie’s Bar has always been a well kept secret. However, a simple walk up the historical staircase will lead you to one of the most intimate yet highly sophisticated cocktail bars in Soho.
EVERY FRIDAY – Viva La Revolucion!
A celebration of music hosted by the hottest Cuban players in town, Viva La Revolucion! features a selection of artists from London's eclectic world scene. The night peaks with a HOT Latin-style jam session that keeps everyone dancing and spirits high.
Hosted by multi-talented perfromer/producer Miguan, and having Javier Camilo, Kishon Khan and Noda among the house band musicians, the night promises to shake you up and down!
Regular guests on the night include amazing Cuban singer Yaime and Sur Caribe's Rene, Michel and Randy; Morski (Gipsydelica), Ramsay (Brecha), Susana Lang-Lenton, Monte (La Xula), Luzmira Zerpa, Otto Nascarela (Saravah Soul) and Domingo Candelario.
Bar opens at 6pm
£5 after 9pm
£8 after 11pm
we go till 3am...
Come early to avoid queue!
Ronnie Scotts | 47 Frith Street | Soho | London W1D 4HT
www. ronniescotts. co. ukwww. myspace. com/vivalarevolucionuk ..
Inspired by Jack Kerouac's famous novel "On the Road" - portraying American youth who had lost their purpose of life in this wealthy material world, and the system of society. They attempt to reach a new dimension of life throughout their journey, exploring its joy and sadness, love and jealous, using every possible ways - music, dance, poetry, ideology, philosophy and more - to capture its spiritual and physical rhythms…
Check out the video from launch party on youtube
21st August 2008 GUEST SINGER Natalie Williams GUEST DJ Hugo Mendez
Please send message for £5 guest list by Wednesday 20th August
Tomorrow!! try something different like this...:)
Thursday 17th July 2008
Launch Party at The Old Queens Head
44 Essex Road N1, Tube: Angel
Please send me message for £5 guestlist by 3pm...
Le Picó invites you to our first 2008 live appearance in London brought to you by Movimientos at the Notting Hill Arts Club as part of La Linea Festival, on Tuesday, April 22nd from 7pm onwards. E-mail us your name and/or people attending with you to be on the Band’s list, you’ll only have to pay £4 and we will be giving a free CD for each person in the Le Picó’s list, an offer we hope you will find impossible to resist… We hope to see you all there and have a great night together, there will be bands, djs and movies on the night till 2am.
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Twisted Funky Soulful Jazzy Sweet Dirty
Electronic Dance Music Experience
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with Resident
DJ : Kay Suzuki (Coopr8)
Horns : Ben Hadwen (other world)
wow you're not gunna believe it...i tried this deal to get a REAL desginer handbag by Coach totally FREE & it surprisingly came in the mail!! since i KNOW its not a hoax now, i'm gunna act quick and snag a few more to wrap up as goodie..you really ought to go grab a few too ROFL! isnt the one i got sweet?
Viva la Revolucion! is a creative platform for UK and international independent artists, providing fresh and exciting entertainment for anyone who wants to get involved. The night is not just about bands on a stage for the audience to admire (though there will be plenty of these) – we want everyone to feel a part of the celebration! There will be a jam session to keep everyone dancing and spirits high, not to mention loads of other surprises.
On one Sunday a month, 93 Feet East will be fizzing with the feel-good atmosphere of Viva la Revolucion! It is a plain-talking, no-posing bundle of fun where anything can happen!
Hey Valentina Nova Tres.
This Friday, Brixton's weekly live event LIVING LIVE presents: PILOTLIGHT + Striplight + Dogbonfire + The Piccadillys from 8pm-12am followed by DJ Paul Necklace till 4am.
Click here for guestlist. Hope you can make it!
For furher information on Living events, guestlist, reserved area and private party bookings go to www.livingbar.co.uk For further information on events, guestlist and private party bookings at 30 top London bar clubs go to www.londonbarclubs.co.uk
Brazilian, Dance and Broken Beats. From the most exquisite Chill Out to Disco and Deep Houses.
Featuring:
Karla Bahia , "Pepe" Leo Hernandez , Thomas "2 Fingers" Allen , Rob Lucas , Carlos Chirinos , Karla Bahia , Armando Figueredo , Phil Grafton , Darren Cumberbatch , Javier Weyler , Andres Astorga , Raymond Gutierrez
El Duo Deno (Julio Briceño / Erik Aldrey)
blackbeansmusic
Hello, we have a new album and thought you might like a listen to some of the tracks or even buy the real thing from our profile. To celebrate the release we're hosting a party and if you are in the area we would love for you to come along.
NB: This message has gone out to all our friends (sorry), if you wish not to recieve comments of this nature then please let us know and we'll gladly remove your profile.
Hey Valentina Nova Tres.
This Friday, Brixton's weekly live event LIVING LIVE presents: NO HOPE ASTRONAUT + Six 50 Whisky + The Low Sky + Antigen from 8pm-12am followed by DJ Paul Necklace till 4am.
Click here for guestlist. Hope you can make it!
For furher information on Living events, guestlist, reserved area and private party bookings go to www.livingbar.co.uk For further information on events, guestlist and private party bookings at 30 top London bar clubs go to www.londonbarclubs.co.uk
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