Batala London – Afro‑Brazilian Samba‑Reggae Drumming Band
Batala London is a samba-reggae drumming group bringing Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movement and colour to events across London and the UK.
Rooted in the traditions of Salvador, Bahia, we create powerful live percussion experiences shaped by collective energy, rhythm and connection.
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Maybe you’ve seen us performing at a festival, heard our drums on the street, or felt the energy of our samba-reggae rhythms. Whether you’re here to hire Batala London for an event, explore our music, or learn more about who we are, you’re in the right place.
Explore the site to discover our performances, sound, and the culture behind samba-reggae drumming.
Learn more about Batala's Afro-Brazilian roots in our Culture & Roots blogs.
Hire Us for Your Next Event
Looking to bring rhythm, movement and energy to your event? Batala London delivers powerful samba-reggae performances for festivals, private celebrations, corporate events, parades and community occasions across London and the UK.
Our live drumming, striking red-and-black costumes and choreographed movement create a bold and dynamic presence that transforms any space through rhythm and collective energy.
We operate with clear safety protocols to ensure the well-being of both our performers and audiences.
What People Say About Batala London
Thank you so much for joining the London Winter Run on Sunday and adding to the amazing atmosphere of the event. The event went fantastically well with 20,000 runners enjoying the iconic route and wonderful music and support they received on the way.
We really appreciate you being involved and hope you enjoyed yourselves and look forward to hopefully being in touch regarding events in the future.
London Winter Run Organisers
Stories, Rhythm & Culture
