Every Saturday this August, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council presents free New World Music concerts, featuring a diverse roster of international artists on historic Governors Island. Hop on the free ferry with a picnic and enjoy the sun.
SOB'sis the official After Party spot for In The Pocket.
Get your free passes (normally 20 bucks!) to SOB's Samba Soul party every saturday on Governors Island.
August 4, 1:00pm
ANTIBALAS
Brooklyn’s Antibalas expand the musical language of Afrobeat developed by Fela Anikulapo-Kuti in late-‘60s Lagos, Nigeria, adding Latin, jazz, and classical elements to their funky mix.video / official site
with OGANS
Ogans, an Afro-Brazilian band that blends highly explosive traditional and pop rhythms, incorporate capoeira into their mix of music and dance, featuring influences from samba and reggae to axe and hip-hop. more
August 11, 1:00pm
SWEET MICKY
A musical marvel born in Port-au-Prince, Sweet Micky has brought incredible energy, passion and sensitivity to the world of Haitian compas music, layering satire and sharp commentary over pulsating, infectious beats. more
August 18, 1:00pm
SI*SE
With New York City’s diverse cultural mix as their model, singer/DJ Carol C. and programmer U.F. Low seamlessly work soul and Latin influences into their stylish dance grooves.more
withTOUBAB KREWE
Asheville, North Carolina, Quintet Toubab Krewe bridge rock and West African influences. video /official site
August 25, 1:00pm
BHANGRA vs. REGGAE INNA SOUNDCLASH
Featuring DJ Rekha with percussionist Dave Sharma vs.
Trojan Records feat. DJ James F!@#$%^ Friedman.
Soundclash hosted by Subatomic Sound System, featuring Emch, Treasure Don, and Daddy Lion Chandell. www.subatomicsound.com
DJ Rekha’s long-running “Basement Bhangra” and “Bollywood Disco” parties define South Asian dance music, combining bhangra, Bollywood, and big bass. She’ll be featuring highlights from her forthcoming album, DJ Rekha Presents Basement Bhangra. video / official site
Trojan Records has been defining reggae, dub, and dancehall
since 1967, and to celebrate their 40th anniversary DJ James F!@#$%^ Friedman will spin a set of classics and hidden treasures direct from the Trojan vaults.
Exclusive — “In the Pocket” will feature a special bhangra vs. reggae “soundclash,” with DJ Rekha and James F!@#$%^ Friedman battling for the crowd’s love by spinning the most crowd-pleasing tunes!
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Where's Governors Island? It's A Hop, Skip & A Jump!
HOP on the train or bus to Bowling Green, to South Ferry, to Whitehall, or buses, M6, M9, or M15 to South Ferry
SKIP over to the Battery Maritime Building
Slip 7, between Broad & Whitehall St., north of the Staten Island Ferry Terminal
A free 7-minute ferry to Governors Island leaves on the hour starting at 10am.
Access to the Governors Island Ferry will be on a first-come, first-served basis
JUMP off the ferry at Governors Island
Head to Colonels Row for In the Pocket and enjoy your day on the island. Bring a picnic!
Ferries will return from Governors Island every hour on the ½ hour with the last public ferry returning to Manhattan at 5:00 pm. Access to Governors Island is also available via NY Water Taxi. For schedule, fares and information log on to www.nywatertaxi.com.
August 4, 1:00pm
August 18, 1:00pm 
to Bowling Green, 
to South Ferry, 
to Whitehall, or buses, M6, M9, or M15 to South Ferry 
