The Invicta city’s cultural agenda is in full swing, with plenty of gastronomic events, exhibitions and, of course, music festivals. At this level, one of the highlights is the return of the Porto Drum Show – the only event in Portugal where drummers are the main protagonists.
After the success of the previous editions, all the drums are aimed at Alfândega do Porto, the epicenter of this musical celebration. From October 25 to 27, internationally renowned artists such as Chris Coleman, Ash Soan, Keith Carlock, Vincen García and many more will be playing.
As well as an agenda full of musical talent, the Porto Drum Show program also includes an Education Zone (with masterclasses and workshops), a showroom (with the latest innovations in the sector), a leisure area and a food corner.
The Porto Drum Show line-up
For music lovers and lovers of rock n’ roll and beyond, here’s the poster for another edition of the Porto event.
October 25th, Friday
- Vincen García, 22h30, Welcome Live Show
October 26th, Saturday
- Camille Bigeault, 12h00 –outstanding French drummer from the new generation of talents
- Mário Costa, 14h30 – has worked alongside names such as Miguel Araújo and Ana Moura
- Chris Coleman, 16h00 – the American has collaborated with Beck, Chaka Khan, Rachell Ferrel, among others
- Keith Carlock, 19h00 – one of the highlights of the program, known for playing alongside Sting, Toto and many others
- Bill Evans, 22:30, Live Show – to close on a high note, there’s nothing better than a performance by a name on a global scale; after all, Bill Evans has worked with Miles Davies, Willie Nelson, Mick Jagger and has published several albums.
October 27th, Sunday
- Craig Blundell, 12 noon – the influential British drummer is (re)known for his contributions to the world of progressive rock, collaborating on stage and in the studio with ‘monsters’ like Steve Hackett and Steven Wilson
- Morritz Müller, 12.45 p.m. – the German is a member of the band The Intersphere and has collaborated with Alice Cooper and Rick Springfield
- Alexandre Frazão, 12:30 p.m. – has played with Mário Laginha, Ala dos Namorados and Resistência, just to mention a few of his career stages
- Ash Soan, 16h00 – known for his collaborations with one of the biggest names in mainstream romantic music, Adele, but also for work with Snow Patrol and Tori Amos
- Thomas Lang, 19h00 – the Austrian drummer has performed with Falco, Kelly Clarkson, Arte Orchestra and others.
Where: Alfândega do Porto
When: October 25-27
Tickets available online: €20 daily admission; general pass costs €80