Event

Big Up! Calles de Cartagena: A Musical Renaissance in the Streets

Published March 4, 2024

The historic city of Cartagena is abuzz with excitement as it prepares for the Big Up! Calles de Cartagena event set for Saturday, April 20. In collaboration with Son Buenos, and with the support of the Cartagena City Council and ICA Región de Murcia, this initiative will bring the city's streets to life, showcasing the burgeoning musical talent from Cartagena and the broader Murcia region.

About the Event

Music lovers can anticipate acoustic concerts peppered across the city centre, on an ambient journey through the city's rich history. Big Up! Calles de Cartagena serves as an unparalleled platform for local artists seeking to elevate their music careers. Within the city's picturesque backdrop, a panel comprised of national music professionals will scout and advise participants, promoting growth in the industry. Artists can submit their entries now, with successful applicants to be revealed in early April.

Guidance from National Experts

As up-and-coming artists perform, industry experts alongside media personnel will seek out fresh talent. Those who stand out will have the chance to gain recognition among record companies, national management, and key figures in venue programming and festival organizations, potentially catapulting their careers to new heights.

Success Stories

Past participants of the Big Up! movement, such as Arde Bogotá, Crudo Pimento, and Nunatak have experienced the power of the platform, springboarding from local stages to nationwide recognition. The move to Cartagena marks a new chapter for the event, ensuring that its extraordinary legacy in nurturing talents continues amidst the stunning vistas of the city.

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