The Kings of kompa! CaRiMi is one of the most popular bands in the Haitian music industry, known for lyrics that focus on the social conditions of its homeland, and a modernized sound geared towards younger audiences. They’ve collaborated with Wyclef Jean and Kassav and sold out major venues across the globe. The band recently held its 10th anniversary concert in Cape Verde to a crowd of 50,000.  The music is a balmy blend of merengue, rock, soul and R&B, and its pulsating rhythm propels couples to glide around in close embrace, pushing off the ground into a gentle sway.

Tickets $25/ WMI Friends $20
More info: http://www.worldmusicinstitute.org/event/carimi/
Or call 212-545-7536

 Part of WMI’s WORLD TO BROOKLYN series:
Danceable concerts with pre-show dance lessons &  dj’ed after-parties, featuring vibrant artists in a festive, social atmosphere.
Dance lessons 7:30; Show 8:00pm; party until midnight; Cash bar. 
Dance floor/ standing room on main level; seating available upstairs.
Other shows include: Feb 23 Brazil to Brooklyn with Liliana Araujo, April 13 Dominican Republic to Brooklyn with Joan Soriano, May 11 Cuba to Brooklyn with Gerardo Contino