Tropical Pressure 2015 Lineup

Festival Crowd Header
Ebo Taylor

Tropical Pressure, have announced the first bands heading to Porthtowan this July. From Friday 17th to Sunday 19th the lush green site overlooking the sea will play host to some of the giants of Latin American, African and Caribbean music, programmin

This year the line-up includes Reggae legends The Twinkle Brothers, Afrobeat grooves from Ghanaâs Ebo Taylor, alternative calypso from Kobo Town, Urban Latin Funk from Manteca, and Afro-Punk from United Vibrations.

The Twinkle Brothers are without doubt one of the greatest ever Roots Reggae bands. Formed by Norman and Ralston Grant in 1962 in Falmouth, Jamaica, they recorded several singles for producers such as Leslie Kong, Duke Reid, Lee "Scratch" Perry, Phil Pratt and Bunny Lee. Their first album 'Rasta Pon Top', released in 1975, and others such as 'Love', 'Praise Jah' and 'Countryman' are major piece of Reggae history. This will be the first time the band have ever performed in Cornwall, and no Reggae fan can afford to miss it! Ebo Taylor (Ghana/Strut Records) will be headlining the Roots Arena on Africa Day, Saturday 18th July. A true Afrobeat pioneer, this renowned guitarist, composer, arranger, bandleader, and producer has spent six decades refining his infectious, danceable fusion of Afrobeat , Jazz, Funk and Highlife. Joined on stage by a knockout 8 piece band comprising Ghanaâs most prominent musicians, the 78 year oldsâ set promises to be totally un-missable.

Founded by Trinidadian-Canadian songwriter Drew Gonsalves, Kobo Town take the intricate wordplay of classic Caribbean music and run it through a 21st Century filter, fusing the irresistible hooks and rhythms of traditional kaiso with the newer beats of dub, rapso, reggae, and zouk. Gonsalvesâ songs offer a raw and urgent poetry that express the love and anguish he feels for Trinidad, and his eight-piece band couch the messages in bouncing beats that elevate the spirit.

Heading up Latin America day will be Manteca, one of the "London's best exponents of New York style bugaloo" (Time Out), who will make you shake your hips with their unique style of Urban Latin Funk. Manteca spread their wings right across boogaloo, latin funk, cumbia hip hop and descarga-house, proving themselves to be at the cutting edge of the Latin scene.

United Vibrations will bring their highly original and inspiring 'Cosmodelic Afro-Punk' to the stage on. Born from Inner Space, they are on a journey of cosmic proportions, and music is their vessel. Other bands confirmed to perform during the 3 day event include The Fontanas, Phoenix City Allstars, Diabel Cissokho, Dojo, Malavita, 7Suns, Subajah, Dakar Audio Club, Shanty, L' Orchestre de Montplaisant, Gumbo Flyers, Two Man Ting and The Stalks.

Other highlights of the festival will include late night sessions in Fandangos Tropical Nightclub, the Rumbunctious Boogaloo Bayou, Wellbeing Retreat, Storytelling Dome, Free Dance, Music & Craft Workshops, Kidsâ Zone and a 100% Vegetarian World Street Food Market.

Published on 08 May 2015 by Ben Robinson

Recent News More news

  • Margate Summer Series 2025: A Summer of Music Extravaganza at Dreamla

    The Margate Summer Series 2025 at Dreamland promises an unforgettable summer with a star-studded lineup including Billy Ocean, McFly, Sugababes, Basement Jaxx, and more. Get ready for a music-filled experience like never before!

  • Green Man Festival Unveils Full Line-Up and Day Splits

    Green Man Festival in Wales announces the diverse music lineup and day splits for its highly anticipated 2025 edition, featuring acclaimed artists such as Cymande, KOKOROKO, Cass McCombs, and more.

  • Duran Duran Announce Headline Show at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena,

    Duran Duran, the legendary British band, will headline a show at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena on October 26, 2025, marking their final UK performance of the year. This exclusive event precedes their Halloween extravaganza in Manchester on October 31, promising a night of essential hits and rare tra

  • Idlewild Announces First Album in Six Years

    Scottish band Idlewild is back with their self-titled album, marking their first release since 2019. The album, 'Idlewild', will be released on October 3rd through V2 Records. They have also unveiled the single 'Stay Out Of Place', promising a blend of warmth and melodic charm that fans have come to

Upcoming Festivals Browse all

  • Alsager Music Festival

    12 July - 13 July 2025

    Started in 2009 as a way of giving the young local people of Alsager and surrounding Cheshire the chance to enjoy a summer event that breaks up the long holidays, Alsager Music Festival has grown in p...

  • Kubix Festival

    12 July 2025

    Kubix Festival is a huge music event taking place in the North East and bringing globally successful and homegrown talent to the stage to celebrate their illustrious careers.

  • Lost Minds

    12 July 2025

    Lost Minds Festival returns in 2025 for another wild live dance music event featuring many of the biggest and best artists. The action will occur during the In The Park Newcastle event during the May ...