CHEO Y LOS CONSENTIDOS DE LA CASA
Barbès376 9th St, New York 11215
Cheo y Los Consentidos de la Casa bring a salsa-funk set to Barbès built around old salsa dura hits and new material looking forward. Cheo leads a full crew of three percussionists, piano and bass, with his guitar taking the place of a horn section. The night continues with DJ sets after the band.
Cheo is identified in the listing through his work with Los Amigos Invisibles, Locobeach and DJ Afro. Beyond those affiliations, the available information keeps the focus on this project’s particular setup: a percussion-heavy salsa band in which guitar carries the role usually assigned to horns, revisiting hard salsa repertoire while writing its next chapter.
Barbès offers a compact, warmly worn space where the music feels immediate and close, with a long wooden bar and a back room under a scarlet ceiling that hosts nightly performances. The venue champions a broad spectrum of global sounds, from Balkan brass and klezmer to Afrobeat and experimental jazz, often featuring residencies like the Slavic Soul Party. The audience gathers around small tables or at the bar, sharing drinks crafted with a nod to French spirits, while the music invites attentive listening rather than loud conversation. Shows usually have a suggested donation instead of a cover charge, creating a welcoming environment where the focus is on the artists. The venue’s commitment to accessibility and its role in Brooklyn’s cultural fabric make it a distinctive spot for an evening of richly diverse live music.