Next show: Hamburg, Sat 28 Nov
A nostalgic, underground folk artist.
Leyla McCalla is a New York-born, New Orleans-based bilingual multi-instrumentalist and former member of the Carolina Chocolate Drops. Her distinctive sound weaves together American folk, jazz, and traditional Haitian Creole and Cajun influences, centered around her expressive cello, banjo, and vocal work. Through critically acclaimed releases like Breaking The Thermometer and The Capitalist Blues, she crafts richly textured, socially conscious music honoring her heritage.

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Leyla McCalla plays a distinctive blend of folk, Americana, jazz, and traditional Haitian Creole music centered around her expressive cello and banjo arrangements.
Leyla McCalla was born in New York City and is based in New Orleans, drawing deep inspiration from her Haitian heritage.
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