Nuevos Ríos: Colombian-Electronic Fusion at FGO-Barbara
The Colombian music group Nuevos Ríos, a collaboration between Canalón de Timbiquí (led by Nidia Góngora) and French band Reco Reco, will perform at FGO-Barbara in Paris. The project blends Afro-Colombian traditions from the Pacific region with electronic and amplified music. Their debut album, released on ZZK Records, features Nidia Góngora's distinctive vocals, marimba de chonta, percussion, guitar, and electronic layers. The music reflects life along the Río Timbiquí, addressing both nature and Colombia's internal conflicts. The event is part of a partnership with Club Artistik Rezo.
Key facts
- Nuevos Ríos is a collaboration between Canalón de Timbiquí and Reco Reco.
- The group formed in Timbiquí, Colombia, through improvisation sessions.
- Nidia Góngora is the lead vocalist, known for work with Quantic, Ondatropica, and The Bongo Hop.
- The album is released on ZZK Records, which also represents Son Rompe Pera, Ghetto Kumbé, and La Yegros.
- The music combines marimba de chonta, percussion, guitar, and electronic elements.
- Lyrics address daily life near the river and Colombia's internal conflicts.
- The concert takes place at FGO-Barbara in Paris.
- The event is promoted by Club Artistik Rezo.
Entities
Artists
- Nidia Góngora
- Canalón de Timbiquí
- Reco Reco
- Quantic
- Ondatropica
- The Bongo Hop
- Son Rompe Pera
- Ghetto Kumbé
- La Yegros
Institutions
- FGO-Barbara
- ZZK Records
- Club Artistik Rezo
- Artistikrezo
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Timbiquí
- Colombia
- Pacific region of Colombia
- Río Timbiquí