A Weekend in Madrid with El Barrio

Events & Activities, Live Music — By Daniel Sz. on February 1, 2010 8:02 pm

The multitalented Jose Luis Figuereo, better known as El Barrio, will be performing in the Palacio de Deportes de la Comunidad de Madrid on February 5^th, 6^th and 7^th. Though not very well known internationally, El Barrio has enjoyed popularity within Spain for over a decade, having released eight records and sold well over fifty thousand copies. Although the music of this Cadiz native is firmly rooted in flamenco, he likes to incorporate rhythms reminiscent of ballads and other forms of modern pop music—just go here to check out a few videos. Doors open at 20:30 p.m. and general entrance is 28.00 Euros.

By Daniel Sznajderman