Name: Buena Bristol Social Club: Ataque Masivo
Start: 2026-01-09T20:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-01-11T00:00:00+00:00
Location: The Jam Jar Bristol

Buena Bristol Social Club: Ataque Masivo

For 2 nights in a row, the exciting live tribute to the legendary Buena Vista is back — Buena BRISTOL Social Club!
This year, on both nights, they’ll not only perform classics from the iconic Buena Vista album, but also present an exclusive new tribute set: a Cuban-Bristolian elegy to one of Bristol’s most celebrated bands, Massive Attack!
The Jam Jar Presents:
Buena Bristol Social Club - Ataque Masivo
A Cuban-Bristolian Elegy to Buena Vista & Massive Attack
2 shows:
Friday 9th January [Night 1] + Saturday 10th January [Night 2]
8pm - 11pm plus afterparty!
The Jam Jar, Bristol
This is a standing show
Tickets
Friday 9th January: https://hdfst.uk/e142478
Saturday 10th January: https://hdfst.uk/e142487
FAQ
Q. Which night should I attend?
A. Both nights are the same show! We are putting on 2 shows due to popular demand. Attend whichever date you prefer.
Q. Who is performing?
A. The 10 piece Bristol Salsa Orchestra, led by Michel Padron (Trumpet) and featuring Jimmy Montuno (Piano) and Luisa Santiago (vocals)
Q. What music can I expect to hear?
A. On both nights, the band will perform a show of 2 parts. The first part will include songs from the Buena Vista Social Club album and the second part will feature original music and songs of Massive Attack in a Cuban style.
Buena Bristol Social Club is a unique collaboration of Cuban and Bristol‑based musicians, created and directed by Cuban trumpeter Michel Padron (Billy Cobham, Cesária Évora, Totó la Momposina, ASERE). Inspired by the legendary Buena Vista Social Club, the project celebrates the timeless sound of Cuban music while weaving in Bristol’s distinctive musical spirit.
The 10‑piece ensemble features some of the UK’s finest Latin musicians, including pianist Jim Blomfield (aka Jimmy Montuno), whose montunos bring irresistible authenticity, and vocalist Luisa Santiago, whose spellbinding voice adds depth and soul. Together, they deliver performances that are both faithful to Cuban tradition and infused with Bristolian creativity.