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Echoes of In*dependence: Cabo Verde i.s.m. Africadelic – Celebrating 50 Years of Culture, Music, and Community

This cultural program features film screenings, live music performances, and a community gathering exploring liberation stories and creative strength.

The "Echoes of In*dependence: Cabo Verde i.s.m. Africadelic" program commemorates five decades of Cabo Verdean independence. This special event deep dives into the nation's rich culture, vibrant music, and resilient community spirit, highlighting Black resistance and creative strength. Visitors can experience a catalog presentation, short film screening, and dynamic live musical performances, culminating in a lively community gathering with a captivating DJ set.

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Exhibition summary

This program celebrates fifty years of Cabo Verdean independence, focusing on culture, music, and community. It highlights Black resistance, creative strength, and the ongoing impact of independence through a catalog presentation, short film screening, live performance, and community gathering with a DJ set.

Curatorial context

The event 'Echoes of In*dependence: Cabo Verde i.s.m. Africadelic' marks fifty years of Cabo Verdean independence, centered around culture, music, and community. It aims to highlight Black resistance, creative strength, and the lasting impact of independence. The program begins with the presentation of the 'Casa di Cabral' catalog by co-creators Tania & Mitchell, delving into Amílcar Cabral's legacy. This is followed by a screening of the short film 'A Sweet Pain,' which offers a raw look at resistance music during the struggle for freedom, introduced by Kenny Gomes. A live performance by Daniëlle Gomes will explore the sounds of the independence movement, its contemporary echoes in the Cape Verdean scene, and its personal significance. The evening concludes with a community gathering featuring a DJ set by Antunes, fostering conversation, connections, and a celebration of Cabo Verdean energy through Black joy, stories, and beats.

Admission and ticket notes

Tickets are available for €5,- or €10,- for a Passepartout to the Reclaiming Roots Festival. Doors open at 19:00, with the event starting at 19:30.

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Program developed by Nikita Krouwel and Otiniel da Silva (Mano), as part of the Reclaiming Roots Festival. Featuring music by Daniëlle Gomes, DJ set by Antunes, and introduction by Kenny Gomes. Catalog presentation by Tania & Mitchell.
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