A truly one off double headliner with two of Australia’s greatest Latin groups. In celebration of Chilean independence.

Sonido
One of there most enchanting and heart warming live musical experiences we’ve ever had at the club.

'Sonido de los Andes' was formed in 1977 by a group of young musicians after emigrating from Latin America inspired by the music made from there traditional instruments. Led by young Chilean singer/songwriter Oscar Marin. Over the years, the band has expanded its musical boundaries incorporating folkloric instruments and styles from Uruguayan Candombe, Venezuelan Joropo, Mexican Ranchera, Cuban Son and Colombian Cumbia.
The groups musical influences also include ‘non’ Latin styles and contemporary instruments and through performing and composing together they unearthed there own unique sound.

Recognized internationally they perform at major festivals, concerts and events throughout Australia, Asia, Europe and South America. Now led by Oscar Marins sons Cesar and Steve Marin, Sonido remains at the forefront new music and are regarded as one of the chief exponents of Latin American music in the world.

From the haunting sounds of the Andes to the rich rhythms and melodies of Cuba, Mexico and Venezuela, Sonido embrace all of Latin America as one. Playing more than 40 wind, string and percussion instruments there performances are a treasure for the human spirit.

A true journey through the magic of Latin America and beyond.

Cesar Marin- Charango, cuatro, guitar, bass, quena, zamponas, bombo, percussion, vocals.
Steve Marin- Quena, zamponas, bass, bombo, cajon, congas, drums, percussion, lead vocal.
Stephen Aguilera-Mendoza- Lead vocal, guitar, cuatro, charango, zampona, bombo, percussion,
Juan Alvear- Zamponas, quena, moceno, charango, guitar, percussion, vocals
Marco Lopez- Zamponas, quenas, moceno, charango, bombo, percussion, vocals
Enrique Berbis- Lead vocal, guitar, charango, zamponas, bombo, bongo, percussion, vocals
Ricardo Cancino- Electric and acoustic guitars, bass, charango, percussion, vocals

Martinez Akustica
“Victor Martinez is one of the greatest Avant Garde guitarists ever” Victor, Andro and Dauno are father and sons. Victor, an extremely accomplished composer, teacher and leader in his field, Born in Chile they all play six string acoustic and electric guitar, bass and also use their instruments as percussion and vocal beat box. One minute they play in unison, the next in harmony, then across and against each other, it is calm then chaotic, beautiful then forceful. It is difficult to fully describe them until you’ve heard them. The interplay and understanding that flows through them is inspiring, endearing and infectious. Anyone! Or anyone who plays a guitar, anyone who aspires to playing guitar, anyone who enjoys listening to guitar must see these incredible players. fresh from working Japan and a record release not too far away, these guys are a festival favorite!