As the world’s torchbearer for Jamaican Jazz music, there are few bands that can match the intensity, soulfulness and chemistry that Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra embodies on stage. Made up of GRAMMY-award nominated session musicians, entertainment veterans and seasoned jazz improvisers alike, a rotating cast of more than 20 musicians make up the orchestra. [...]
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This Friday, July 20, La Junta presents Parche en en Parque, a celebration of Colombian Independence Day! Celebrated all over the world, July 20 commemorates the anniversary of Colombia’s first step towards liberation and the end of Spanish military occupation. On July 20, 1810, the colony created its first council in favor of self-governance, fueled [...]
This Sunday, June 17, celebrate Father’s Day by embarking on an international culinary journey at Levitt LA’s first annual Tamal Festival! Enjoy delicious, creative spins on the classic tamale originating from Central and South America provided by a wide range of vendors known for mixing culture with cuisine. With dishes inspired by Guatemala and Argentina to Mexico [...]
The city of Tijuana, Mexico, doesn’t shy away from tradition. Classic Mexican norteño can be heard along every inch of its boardwalks and beaches, either performed live by roaming buskers or blaring from the radio of a nearby restaurant. Every accordion note hangs in the air like the tangy ocean breeze and every strum of [...]
We sat down with LA-based visual artist and illustrator, Dustin Croul, who created a series of vibrant illustrations for our tote bag, concert brochure and lineup poster! Read on to learn about how he got started as an illustrator, what inspired him through his work for Levitt LA and what gets him in a creative [...]
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