Brazilian singer João Gomes is set to kick off the June festival celebrations with an event called 'Drilha São João Gomes' on Rua da Aurora in Recife, featuring several artists and expected to draw a large crowd.
In Recife, Brazil, singer João Gomes is bringing forth the celebrations for the traditional June festival, synonymous with the São João holiday, with his event 'Drilha São João Gomes' scheduled for this Sunday, the 22nd. This celebration will occur on Rua da Aurora and will feature performances from popular artists such as Dorgival Dantas, MC Don Juan, Zé Vaqueiro, Ruan Vaqueirinho, and Mestrinho, with the organizers anticipating an attendance of over 20,000 people.
The idea behind this early celebration stems from Gomes' desire to relive and honor a cherished tradition of the June festivities that are especially prominent in the interior of Pernambuco. In an interview, he expressed his love for Carnival, but emphasized the unique and personal connection he feels towards the June festivities. The 'drilhas' are lively street events characterized by mobile forró bands that celebrate the festive season and resemble a pre-Carnival party.
Gomes' initiative not only aims to celebrate the beginning of the June cycle but also seeks to foster community spirit through music and festivities, which are rooted deeply in the cultural fabric of the region. The anticipation surrounding this event highlights the cultural significance of the June festival and the role of music in revitalizing local traditions, bringing together people from different walks of life to engage in collective celebration.
