Plena Libre October 2, 2012

Drawing from both ancient and modern sources, Plena Libre exploded out of Puerto Rico in the mid-1990s with an innovative and irresistible approach to traditional plena, a local musical style based in African rhythms. The 13-member ensemble -- which also stirs salsa, samba, merengue, cumbia and bomba into the sonic stew -- has performed at several international music festivals, where their multi-layered percussion, funky horn work, impassioned vocals and wild choreography take the audiences into uncharted territory.

Official Website: http://www.songkick.com/concerts/13275634-plena-libre-at-yoshis-jazz-club-oakland?utm_source=1126&utm_medium=partner