To honor the World Day of African Culture and Afro-Descendants, the Government of Solidaridad, through the Municipal Institute of Culture and Arts (IMCAS), is organizing the “Let’s Playa Roots, Afro-Descendant Music Festival” on February 6 and 7 at the 28 de Julio plaza, starting at 7 pm.
The festival aims to celebrate music, identity, and multiculturalism, bringing together international and local artists. Santiago Ernesto Martínez Cuéllar, general director of IMCAS, emphasized the importance of creating cultural spaces to continue the exchange of races and ethnicities, reflecting Playa del Carmen’s diverse population.
President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration has prioritized making minorities visible, a commitment followed diligently by Estefanía Mercado’s administration. January 24 marks the World Day of African Culture and Afro-Descendants. According to INEGI, Quintana Roo ranks fourth in Mexico for the largest number of Afro-Mexicans. The World Bank reports that one in four citizens in the Americas identifies with this population group.
Featured Performers
“Let’s Playa Roots” will feature performances by:
– Bredda David & Tribal Vibes, an iconic Belizean singer
– Allison Hinds, a renowned artist from Barbados known for her album “Soca Queen” (2007)
– Chetumal band “Hierba Santa”
– “Santuario Reggae,” a band from Playa with 18 years of soca, calypso, and ska influences
– “Rebelions,” a group with original reggae music
– “NURU,” a Senegalese performer who gained success with his 2021 production “Mayam”
The festival promises to be a vibrant celebration of Afro-descendant culture, showcasing diverse musical talents and fostering a sense of community.
Source: Cancun Mio
