I am always on the search for a good live venue, and the idea of going to a bar opened by the legendary Carlos Vives and his brother (a great musician as well) was an exciting prospect indeed... I wasn't sure what to expect, but one thing happened to be true: The music was good!
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The Gaira Café is a very popular place and it can sometimes take several weeks to be able to book a table (that is if you want to eat of course). I was there on a Saturday and the place was ridiculously packed despite its 2 floors, I would recommend to get there during the week if you are not into sweaty dancy patches on your shirt...
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The music is traditional but interpreted in a modern way (same concept than what Carlos does on his most recent albums). Expect Vallenato & Cumbia Pop (whatever that is...). It seems that Carlos Vives himself often comes to the club to jam with his bro.
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=> I only saw the house band when I was there but that was definitely top notch musos and you will need to get there at least once, I understand why it is such an institution.
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Cover : $30.000 to $50.000
Address : Cr 13 96 11
Tel : 7462696
Opened : Lunes Martes Y Miercoles 12pm A 10pm Jueves Viernes Y Sabados De 12 A 3pm
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