Global Sounds on the Hill featuring Celebrated Colombian Accordionist Gregorio Uribe
Gregorio is an important figure within the new Colombian movement. His modern style will triumph!
– Carlos Vives, 2 time GRAMMY Award-winning singer, 18 time Latin GRAMMY-winner
Curated & hosted by iconic DC impressario and musician Jim Thomson
Gregorio Uribe is a Latin GRAMMY® nominated Colombian singer-songwriter and accordionist. He graduated from Berklee College of Music and has performed his music at NPR’s Tiny Desk, Carnegie Hall, Madison Square Garden, and the New Orleans Jazz Fest, among others.
He has collaborated with renowned artists such as Rubén Blades, Carlos Vives, and Paquito D’Rivera, as well as with folklore masters Alfredo Gutiérrez, Carmelo Torres, and Martina Camargo.
Gregorio was recognized by the Colombian government as one of “The 100 Most Successful Colombians Abroad” and has received honors from the city of Boston and the state of Massachusetts for his contribution to Latin music.
He’s currently recording his fourth studio album, a groundbreaking collection of songs that will take the Colombian accordion to a new level of versatility.
About Jim Thomson: Jim Thomson is an independent DIY music producer based in Washington DC who specializes in booking, live music production, artist management, DJ events, and record releases. In Washington DC he operates an ongoing live music series called Secret Planet DC that partners with various venues, foundations, and musicians all across the city to produce unique, intimate, and meaningful performances. He also owns and operates the Washington, DC-based boutique record label Electric Cowbell Records as well as holding down and curating all vinyl DJ residencies at The Green Zone, Cana, La Shukran, Daikaya, Le Mont Royal, Eaton Hotel, the DC Record Fair, and other bars and restaurants in the city.
