La Source kicks off 2023 with music, but not only…
A stone’s throw from the FOCUS – A tram, La Source – Fontaine – is one of the best locations in the Grenoble conurbation. His 2023 kicks off with Serge Papagalli on Friday, January 20, before a series of great music events. A small subjective selection from the heart of the eclectic program.
Aimé Maudru is back! The character created by Serge Papagalli returns with his entire family That’s enough. This is the name of the first show scheduled for 2023, January 20 (8:30 p.m.) at La Source. The iconic comedian from Isere says: Always try to stay two steps ahead of time and this society “. His promise: Everything will still end around a good Dauphinois table in laughter, tenderness and hope “. There is no reason not to take him at his word.
The Source hosts The Smokey Joe & The Kid on January 27th. In the program: ” A declaration of love for Black American music “. © Cassandra Magagnini
On January 25, La Source continues with a “young audience” film concert: Mini mini talk, mini mini show. I mean ” three animated films and documentaries with an unusual tone produced in stop-motion, digital animation and puppetry. All ready for live music and noise “.
In this process, it is among the entire series of concerts that the public can choose from. The first will take place on January 27 with The Smokey Joe & The Kid beatmakers and an album in the form of ” a declaration of love for black American music from early jazz to hip-hop, including soul and funk “. Senbeï, another beatmaker in the first part, is a follower of Japanese culture. From where ” Single hip-hop played with Asian sounds and electronic textures “.
Strong universes and commitment to the female scene
As always, the Source’s music line-up is diverse and mostly powered by young emerging artists. Among many other offers, those interested will perhaps stop at Geoffrey Secco’s offer. This jazzman will perform on February 3 outsideconcert under hypnosis.
Creation in a different genre, but in the same fantasy, mini-musical form, is scheduled for March 10. Mathias Malzieu and Daria Nelson, authors of the book CD on stage, say they want to invest ” a dream more real than reality “. They will sing Boris Vian, Serge Gainsbourg or Alain Bashung, as well as their own titles (among other surprises).
Five years after his last visit to the source, Fischbach returns there on March 2. © Jules Faure
La Source was also involved in the revival of the festival (and still is). Women participate, with other places in the conurbation of Grenoble. The first meeting on February 23, with a promising trio of women: Ottis Coeur / Irnini Mons / Julie Bailly. It will also be an opportunity to bring back Fischbach on March 2. with a music style that sounds both rock and synthpop and very retro Anita Dongilli, an artist from Grenoble, will perform at the opening. crystal clear sound, powerful melodies, electronic sound and electro pop instrumentals “.
On March 24, 2023, world music will be in the spotlight with the Mamans du Congo (with Robin) concert. © Paul Bourdrel
Another possible crush with Les Mamans du Congo on March 24. Their stated goal: Read on to liberate African women and promote Congolese cultural heritage to the world “. This group teamed up with artist Rrobin to cross traditional music with electronic and hip-hop sounds. A recipe for likely public success with lovers of two mixed aesthetics.
Young talents as well as big stars have already been confirmed
Leïla Huissoud’s concert on March 30 promises to be another highlight of the season. To the young singer from La Source, Isere ” Successor to Brel and Brassens » and definition « his incredible enthusiasm “. It seems that he wrote a lot of texts during his imprisonment, which he now plays on the guitar or simply interprets. chapel. According to fans, the chills are guaranteed.
Better than a DJ set: La Source announces the arrival of a live electro band. Grand_Mess will descend on Fontaine on April 6th. DR
Place on April 6th instrumental electro group Grand_Mess – The Source promises sound to live. On April 27, it will be three weeks until the charming rap set with Joysad and Amalia exposed on social media. From Périgueux, who made the first title after securing the first parts of famous artists such as Lomepal or Roméo Elvis. Second, from Marseille ” an observer of his time », his musical route also goes through electro and pop. According to its programmers, it shows how loyal and uncompromising the female rap scene is.
A reggae legend comes Fontaine. After several postponements, Jamaican Max Romeo is expected on May 24. DR
As for the stars, the Source is delighted to welcome Murray Head on March 22. His unstoppable hits – Say it ain’t so Joe and A night in Bangkok – trotting in many heads, but the British have more in stock.
A little before the end of the season, the public will finally find Max Romeo starting his last tour. ” At 75, he is one of the biggest names in Jamaican reggae “, assure the hosts from Fontaine. The concert is announced on May 24 after several postponements. A moment that fans of the genre will not want to miss. The same possible passion for Alexis HK, two days later: on the edge of hip-hop, the Source defends ” (his) unique style at the intersection of stories, a one-man show and a concert “.
