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BC Smoke Shop Harbour Blues 'n Roots Festival Presents: Alex Cuba Band plus George Leach

Havana-born singer-songwriter/guitarist Alex Cuba and band return to Victoria!
Event can be attended in person In-Person Event
Music Folk / Celtic / Latin / World Funk / R&B Jazz / Blues Pop / Rock / Indie
Sat. August 27th 2022 + Add to Calendar Ship Point (Inner Harbour) (All Ages)
7:00pm - 10:00pm  Doors at: 7:00pm $39 (plus service charges)

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Alex Cuba
from Victoria BC
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George Leach
from Lillooet BC
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Presented by:

Victoria Jazz Society

977 Alston St Victoria BC
V9A 3S5

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Physical tickets at: Royal Theatre Box Office

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“Wicked guitar, undeniably soulful vocals. His package is simplicity and he wears it well.” – popmatters.com Havana-born singer-songwriter/guitarist, now based in Smithers, BC, Alex Cuba incorporates a unique amalgam of styles. He has collaborated with artists ranging from Jason Mraz to Ron Sexsmith and Nelly Furtado, and brings together melodies, pop-soul hooks and rock chords in songs that may seem to barely resemble traditional Cuban form. His career includes eight albums and over 20 awards and nominations, including a 2022 Grammy Award for “Best Latin Pop Album,” Mendo. Cuba last played in Victoria when the VJS presented The Fall Sessions in 2021. That performance was so outstanding, we had to invite him back to perform on an outdoor stage with his full band as part of the ... more...

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Ship Point (Inner Harbour)

wharf and broughton Victoria BC

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