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Äl Jawala (GER)
Balkan Big Beats
FR., 21. JUL 2023
19:00
Insel Schütt
Äl Jawala, Foto: Francesca Amann
Whenever they start their fireworks on stage, there is no stopping them. On numerous drums and with two saxophones, these German pioneers of the Balkan Beat scene light the fire of an entire Gypsy Brass Band. Sometimes traditionally oriental, sometimes urban and fit for the clubs, with Äl Jawala , there is a fine line between concert and party. The answer to the question of cultural appropriation here is given on the dancefloor – or by the band members: “Diversity is abundance, let’s celebrate it!”