Our Beats and Beyond

Well, what a night that was! The Batala London Banda Show has come and gone, but the memories (and a few sore muscles) are still very much alive. If you were there, you know exactly what I’m talking about. If you missed it, don’t worry—you’ll be able to relive it through the photos and video we’ll be sharing. But first, let’s take a look back at the epic night we just had. The evening kicked off with the irresistible rhythms of samba-reggae, and by "irresistible," I mean it w

Batala London’s Queer Carnival collaboration with the London Gay Men’s Chorus brought our samba‑reggae rhythms to Alexandra Palace Theatre in a joyful celebration of global Pride, unity, and music.

As the vibrant rhythms of Salvador Carnival 2024 echoed through the streets of Bahia, Brazil, a contingent of drummers from Batala London (global band Batala Mundo) brought their beat to this world-renowned celebration. In a whirlwind of colours, culture, and camaraderie, we made our mark on one of the largest and most iconic carnivals in the world. Playing alongside Cortejo Afro, we added to the rhythmic tapestry of Salvador Carnival with a distinctive beat offering a fusion