more artists announced

From Eastern Europe to North Africa, via Portugal and Brazil, the MED Festival continues to showcase a wide range of artists from diverse backgrounds. Dima Libre – Labess Trio, Ëda Diaz, Ganna Gryniva and Tó Trips & The Fake Latinos are just some of the names the festival has just announced for performances taking place in Loulé between 25th and 28th June.

From the memorable Tiny Desk performance by the group led by Nedjim Bouizzoul – the Labess Trio – we can appreciate the blend of traditional North African music (chaâbi), gypsy rumba and flamenco, always featuring a linguistic fusion of Arabic, French and Spanish.

In a musical genre that is diametrically opposed, yet deeply shaped by a blend of influences, the Franco-Colombian Ëda Diaz stands out for incorporating Afro-Colombian roots, jazz and electronic music.

Also with one foot in jazz, the Ukrainian singer-songwriter Ganna Grynivia brings a distinctive musical style from Berlin (the city that has adopted her).

Koza Mostra arrive in Loulé from Greece. In their luggage they bring a fusion of punk, ska and traditional Greek music, featuring instruments such as the bouzouki and violin.

“Accordian fighter" is how the Belarusian Yegor Zabelov describes himself, and he too has a date with the MED audience in June.

The country folk of Daniel Kemish & Friends knows no boundaries between the United Kingdom and the United States of America. The Atlantic connection is also evident in the performance by the duo Manuel de Oliveira (guitar) and Bianca Gismonti (piano). Spanning fado and jazz, Brazil and Zeca Afonso, the show is often described as a “musical conversation”.

Portugal is also represented by the trio of drummers who make up the group Sangue Suor. Comprising Ricardo Martins, Susie Filipe and Rui Rodrigues, the group showcases the diverse rhythmic possibilities created by a trio.

And finally, one of Portugal’s most talented artists of recent times: Tó Trips presents his latest project (Tó Trips & The Fake Latinos). A profound musical journey on the electric guitar, led by an artist who is unique on the national scene.

The 22nd edition of the MED Festival continues to add names to a line-up that has already featured Sérgio Godinho, Salif Keita, Tiken Jah Fakoly, Groundation, Arnaldo Antunes and Mario Lucio   & The Pan African Band, amongst many other artists from various parts of the globe, totalling more than 30 countries.

Also announced for this year is the CIDADE MED concept, aimed at fully integrating the city with the objective of promoting and boosting the local economy. Other new features include the expansion of the venue, a new space with the MED Lounge, the full integration of Loulé Municipal Market, an expansion of the food and street food area, and a new entrance to the venue (next to Largo de S. Francisco), in addition to the two existing ones (between the Municipal Market and the Town Hall / on the access road to the Castle of Loulé, next to Café Calcinha), ensuring greater convenience for visitors.

The MED Festival stands out for its diverse programme, featuring over 50 concerts, hundreds of artists representing 30 countries and 5 main stages (Matriz, Cerca, Chafariz, Castelo and Hammam). The event runs from June 25th to 27th, with a free admission day on June 28th.