N'Calma Collective is back at Grow Hackney this September, presenting MOVE YOUR SHOES.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Born in Brazil many years ago, MOVE YOUR SHOES is a dance movement that now brings music lovers together in London with one simple purpose: to celebrate music, dance, friendship, and mutual respect. With an incredible line-up featuring POLY-RITMO, PALO SANTO DISCOS, and TIGAS, the night promises a musical journey across continents and cultures. Expect sounds from all corners of the world, with no boundaries or limitations, but always seasoned with the Brazilian spice and energy that we love so much. Move your body, move your soul, and most importantly... MOVE YOUR SHOES!
Poly-Ritmo is a London-based DJ, musician, broadcaster, and curator bringing heat to the hips and feet with vibrant selections from around the globe. A devoted collector and crate-digger, her passion for telling stories through music began at age ten, when she began making mixtapes for friends and family. That spark grew into alifelong passion for sharing music—one that took root while working at the iconic Sounds of the Universe record shop. Driven to dig deeper, she went on to study Ethnomusicology at SOAS, nurturing a nuanced, research-driven approach to her craft. This deep knowledge shines through her DJ sets, where her selections are soulful, percussive and eclectic, often including zouk, Brazilian boogie, broken beat, soukous, salsa, disco and soca.
Palo Santo Discos is a true aficionado of funky, thrilling, and lesser-known music, boasting an extensive collection of vinyl records from all corners of the globe. He presents a renowned monthly show on NTS, where he delves into the depths of vintage Brazilian tunes and explores the works of forgotten yet captivating artists; prepare to be captivated by the enchanting melodies of Latin grooves, Turkish psychedelia, timeless Jamaican classics, and, of course, irresistible Brazilian floor-fillers.
Tiago “Tigas” is a Brazilian DJ, record collector, and event producer based in London since 2017. Known for his deep musical research and eclectic sets, Tigas blends Brazilian rhythms such as Samba, MPB, Bossa Nova, Forró, Maracatu, Baião, and Tropicália with global sounds including Afrobeat, Latin, Jazz, Funk & Soul, Reggae, Disco, Hip-hop, and rare grooves from around the world. He co-founded N’Calma Collective in 2009, a cultural project born in Brazil to unite people through music and collaboration. Since relocating to London, Tigas has produced over 100 events, curated diverse lineups, and secured residencies at iconic venues such as Café 1001, Grow Hackney, and Hootananny Brixton. His work has led to appearances at major festivals including EFG London Jazz Festival and Brick Lane Jazz Festival. With a reputation for creating immersive musical journeys, Tigas continues to champion vinyl culture and global sounds, connecting audiences through rhythms, storytelling, and dance.
ENTRY INFORMATION
VERY limited £5/£7 advance tickets via RA (before 10pm)
Free before 9pm
The majority of tickets are on the door for £10 (after 9pm)
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