The premiere edition of KARNAVAL (WITH LOVE) will be celebrating the richness of sound system culture and carnivals from around the world by uniting the most thrilling collectives and artists in Paris on the 29th of September.
“Our mission is to unite the finest collectives in Paris and beyond, exploring the past, present, and future,” a statement reads. “We honour the values of peace, love, unity, and having fun, inviting everyone to embrace our joyful rebellion.”
The 12-hour-long event promises a vibrant mix of genres from shatta and dembow to baile funk, afrobeats reggae. r&b, amapiano, and more. Performances will be by Maureen, Sarz, Odeal, Lazuli, Le Juiice, Brazy, Kalash x Ire Crew, Joey Starr & Live Soldiers Sound System feat. Tuco Gadamn & DJ Naughty, and Tamsir alongside collectives Sixtion, LA Creole, SSSOUND, LA Sunday from Côte d’Ivoire, NATIVE Sound System from Nigeria, and Rampage Sound from the UK.
