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Watch Our Entire Three-Part Series on the History of Electronic Music In Cuba
In SUB.Culture:Cuba we learn how a few pioneering electroacoustic musicians and a younger generation of DJ/producers have bridged the island's gap between technology and electronic beats.
Meet DJ Jigüe, Cuba’s Answer to J Dilla
The producer helped bring hip-hop to the island—now he's ready to introduce his electrified Afro-Cuban rhythms to the world.
After a Historic Year For Their Music Scene, Electronic Music In Cuba Is Here to Stay
In the the third installment of the series, we head to Santiago de Cuba, to see how dance music’s path through the decades has resulted in the scene’s most vibrant moment.
Here’s How Cuba’s First DJs Turned Economic Turmoil Into an Underground House and Techno Movement
In the economically devastated early 90s, DJs like Djoy de Cuba, Wichy de Vedado, and DJ Jigue, found catharsis in a new community of parties, clubs, and sounds.
Meet the Electroacoustic Pioneers Who Inspired Cuba's Dance Music Scene
Decades later, their work inspired a younger generation of DJs who helped push the island's burgeoning dance music community.
Watch NYC Icon Danny Krivit Reflect on Paradise Garage, Jimi Hendrix, and 45 Years Behind the Booth
In our latest THUMP Specials, we even get a look inside Krivit's 80,000 strong record collection located across multiple storage units.
I Tried to Find a Record Store in Cuba and Ended Up Participating in a Santeria Ritual
Hunting for records in Santiago, Cuba taught me about the beauty of the chase in a place where vinyl has nearly gone extinct.
We Asked Some Cubans How They Think Their Lives Will Change If the American Embargo Ends
With an ease of travels restrictions, changes are afoot in Cuba. But what do the locals think about it all?
Wi-Fi Cards, DIY Parties, and Food Rations: I Went to Cuba's First Major Electronic Music Festival
MANANA came to Santiago De Cuba and achieved the impossible in a place where it’s impossible to get shit done.
Why This Festival Could Spark Cuba's Electronic Music Revolution
Manana won over Cuba's government with the promise of cross-cultural collaboration. Now it needs to convince the people.
Listen to this Mix From A Guy Called Gerald While You Plan Your Trip to Cuba's MANANA Festival
In addition to announcing Nico Jaar, the festival is offering a discounted travel package including chartered flights from Miami and an included travel visa.
Cuba's MANANA Festival Adds UK Clubbing Icons A Guy Named Gerald and Madam X to Debut Lineup
They'll both appear May 4-6 at the Santiago event along with headliners Mala and Quantic.