About this Event

Courtyard Social: From Spring through to Summer we’re making the most of our unique outdoor space and inviting you down to enjoy delicious food, drinks and DJs. La Bomba is a DJ duo dedicated to playing the finest and funkiest vintage dance music from around the world - from Afrobeat to Highlife to Boogaloo to Funk John Stapleton Vinyl Veteran John Stapleton has been DJing for over three decades - from Iceland to Australia, and played regularly at Glastonbury, WOMAD and Shambala amongst others. He has regular monthly radio shows on Noods and Totally Wired Radio, and runs Bristol’s finest vintage record shop – Wanted Records. Boom Operator The other half of La Bomba, Bristol's Cumbia King, avid record collector specialising in vintage tropical rhythms from Latin America and Carribean. Known for spinning obscure Latin dancefloor shakers. Expect Cumbia, Salsa, Guaguanco & Funk, all on original vinyl. In-house food from Jafra and Pizzarova, plus guest street food vendors on rotation across our Courtyard Socials. Children are welcome on site until 8pm. Dogs are welcome all night. As always, entry is free – simply grab one of the limited free tickets if you’d like to join us.

Dance Styles

Salsa (70%)
Contact Improvisation (30%)

Organizer

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DJ John Stapleton

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The Prospect Building

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La Bomba