Echo System by Cercle

In this final chapter of our three-part adventure, we get rare access to a dance rehearsal with Ballet Folklórico de México, hike between Iztaccíhuatl and Popocatépetl volcanoes that frame the city’s skyline, and close out this adventure at the final Cercle Odyssey concert of our Mexican run. Featuring: Roberto Mosqueda (dancer, actor & writer), Javi Puente (founder of Casa Pepe Hostel & p...

In chapter two of this three-part adventure, we discover the world of Mexican cabaret, get a glimpse of what life might’ve been like in this region nearly 2,000 years ago, and hop on a boat surrounded by floating mariachi…literally! Featuring: Roberto Mosqueda (dancer, Actor & Writer), Hanani Palomares (Photographer), Astrid Hadad (Singer, Performer & Activist), Mariana Puga (Founder of Te...

We’re in Mexico City for the first-ever Cercle Odyssey concert! In chapter one of this three-part adventure, we dive into the city’s electric blend of energy, history, and music. We jam with singer-songwriter Macario Martinez, whose track “Sueña lindo, corazón” broke the internet overnight; soak in the sounds of Mariachi trumpets; hear stories of pre-Hispanic life in the Zócalo; and step inside th...

We’re back in Rio de Janeiro for the final chapter of this three-part adventure. Today, it’s all about dancing and nightlife. We’re heading downtown to explore the city's late-night bars & clubs, and feel the pulse of the house and techno scene. We’ll also meet a voguing queen, and we’ll hear stories from Brazil’s underground music industry — from someone working behind the scenes. Featuring:...

We’re back in Rio de Janeiro — a city that shaped our musical story. In the second chapter of this three-part adventure, it’s all about music and motion. We step into Passinho — from underground dance to world-renowned cultural movement, we hit the BC1 World Breakdancing Championships, and feel the heavy bass of Brazilian Grime. Featuring: Leonardo Coelho (Journalist), Rennan Guerra, Yvie Oliveira...

We’re in sunny Rio de Janeiro — a city that shaped our musical story. In the first chapter of this three-part adventure, we dive into Brazilian Funk (not the funk you know!) — a sound born in the favelas, powered by heavy bass, off-beat percussion, and bold lyrics. We also explore Little Africa, the historic heart of Afro-Brazilian culture and the birthplace of Samba, before ending the day at Samb...

We're back in Cappadocia, where one of the most watched Cercle shows took place in 2020. Ben Böhmer performing in a hot air balloon, surrounded by stunning mountains, plateaus and fairy chimneys. Imagine that! In the second half of this two-part adventure, we visit places where carpets and pottery tell stories which have defined this region for thousands of years, meet Ben Böhmer for an intimate p...

We're in Cappadocia, where one of the most watched Cercle shows took place in 2020. Ben Böhmer performing in a hot air balloon, surrounded by stunning mountains, plateaus and fairy chimneys. Imagine that! In the first half of this two-part adventure, we go beyond the usual tourist trail to uncover the stories and sounds of Cappadocia. We discover the town of Goreme and surrounding area, descend in...

We’re traveling far and wide, beyond the usual tourist trails to uncover stories of Provence. From the city of Marseille on the Mediterranean sea, to the edge of the Alps mountains, you'll discover a vast region in Southeastern France rich in history, culture and diversity. And you'll meet local musicians, as well as Icelandic duo Kiasmos and South African DJ Shimza, performing for Cercle at the C...

We’re in sunny Geneva for a groovy performance in front of the Saint-Pierre Cathedral.   In this episode we uncover the true identity of this city surrounded by the Alps and Jura mountains, beyond its reputation for wealth and luxury. A place rich with culture, history and creativity.   You’ll meet a local archaeologist and an art historian, explore Geneva’s heritage through 2000 years o...

Welcome to Echo System: Words & Music, where we dive deeper into the sounds and conversations we have with artists during our adventures around the world. In this episode, we go back to Iceland in June 2023, where Ólafur Arnalds gave us rare access to his studio for a chat and very intimate performance, before his incredible Cercle show at Hafursey in the South of the country. You may have hea...

We’re in Iceland for a special performance in a remote location, at a time of year when the sun never sets…   In this episode, we go beyond this country's beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, Northern Lights and everything else it's well known for. We're going deep by exploring Icelandic arts, tradition, history and technology.   You’ll get rare access to Ólafur Arnalds’ music studio; hear...

We’re in Luxor for the first Cercle show of 2023 with an audience. Taking place in front of the 3,500-year-old Temple of Hatshepsut, the second woman to ever rule as a pharaoh in ancient Egypt.   In this episode we explore life in this city past and present, through contemporary art, traditional music, history, agriculture and archaeology.   You’ll meet a Muslim farmer sharing land, seed...