original quote from the brochure of the event organizer “Haus der Kulturen der Welt” (HKW) in Berlin:
We found cumbia, which has spread from Colombia along the coast, southward to Peru and northward to Mexico. We found the Thai sounds of molam music, poised to become the next hot tip among pop gourmets worldwide. We found indie pop from Hong Kong, a futuristic big band from Japan, and diverse legendary greats and new pop queens – an entire musical universe. As always, an extensive film program will accompany the concerts. There will be additional offerings for kids&teens, and the popular, pedal-powered Fahrraddisco will make its return to HKW. WASSERMUSIK 2013 says it loud and clear: the currents of the new Pacific are anything but tranquil…
from the archives //published by Wambué Youkalí on 2013-07-18