Tropical Soul: Global Groove Session

If you are looking for something a bit different to do this Friday, April 24, there is a new event happening at Patterns called Tropical Soul: Global Groove Session. It is a night dedicated to world music, specifically focusing on a mix of rhythms from Brazil, Africa, the Caribbean, and South Asia. The music selection is being curated by Niro & Pannotia, and the setlist is expected to cover a range of genres including highlife, soukous, cumbia, funana, and reggae.

Patterns, located at 10 Marine Parade, is hosting the session, which runs from 20:00 until 02:00. It is worth noting that this is an 18+ event, so you will need to bring ID if you plan on heading down. Since it is a ticketed event, you will need to sort out your entry through the usual booking platforms before you arrive. It is a straightforward setup: a dedicated space for global club culture, aiming to bring these specific international sounds to the Brighton seafront for the evening.

It is interesting to see this kind of programming at Patterns, as it moves away from the typical club nights and leans into a more eclectic, rhythmic soundscape. Whether you are into the specific genres like cumbia or soukous, or just want to hear something outside of the standard rotation, it is an option for your Friday night plans. The venue is right on the coast, which usually makes for a decent atmosphere, especially if the weather holds up for a walk along the promenade beforehand.