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 the world’s first fully 360-degree immersive concert experience.

Featuring: Roberto Mosqueda (Dancer, Actor & Writer), Rodrigo Historias Chidas (Historian & Podcaster), Macario Martinez (Singer & Songwriter), Derek Barbolla (Cercle Founder & Artistic Director).

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla. Location videography: Hanani Palomares.

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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: Leonardo Coelho (Journalist), Ana Beatriz Coelho (Artist Manager), Jujuliete (Vogue Dancer), Leonardo Coelho (Journalist) and Glau Tavares (DJ Glau’).

Presented and produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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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 & Diniboy (Brasil Grime Show), Jeff Cebolinha (Passinho Dancer), Matheus de Moura (Journalist) and Catarina (BC One Brasil Event Producer).

Presented and produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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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 Samba do Trabalhador, Brazil’s biggest Monday party!

Featuring: Roberta Fortuna (Journalist), Priscilla Casagrande (Museu De Arte Representative), Sabrina Ginga (Dancer & Social Scientist), Valdemar Vargas (Afro Historian & Tour Guide), Bruno (Samba fan), and Jacqueline Marttins (Samba do Trabalhador Event Producer).

Presented and produced by Frank McWeeny. Additional production by Marília Feix and Ana Beatriz Coelho. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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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 performance in a secluded location, and get lost in the breathtaking landscapes of Cappadocia...from the top!

Contributors: Şemsettin, Oskan, Ferda & Emre, Ali, Derek & Ben Böhmer.

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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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 into history (literally!) at Kaymakli Underground city, and experience beautiful Turku music played for us in an intimate setting by a Baglama master.

Contributors: Şemsettin, Ali, Ahmed and Furkan.

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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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 Citadelle de Sisteron, an architectural masterpiece carrying over 800 years of history.

Contributors: Yeahman/Orsso, Zar Electrik, Sophie & Zoé, Kelly & Sylvain, Kiasmos, Ottilie B, Shimza.

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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Echo System is back next week!

In this new episode, we'll take you to Provence in Southeastern France, a vast region with diverse landscapes stretching from the Alps mountains to the Mediterranean Sea. We'll go off the beaten-track to uncover a different way of life through unique encounters, immersive sound and local music.

Starting our journey in the city of Marseille, with deep ties to people and cultures of the Mediterranean sea. Then we’ll go North to the Citadelle de Sisteron, where Icelandic duo Kiasmos and South African DJ Shimza will be performing for us for the first time.

We’ll also explore the rich history of the region, through archaeology, literature and farming. And we’ll go up in the mountains where old traditions inspired by the sounds of nature and people are still alive today...

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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 of history and discover how radical events in the 16th century transformed this city forever. You’ll also learn about Switzerland’s unconventional political system; understand how squat culture changed the artistic, social and political landscape of Geneva in the 80s and 90s; hear about social struggle in overlooked suburban neighbourhoods; and move to cutting edge sounds influenced by global scenes, in one of the most ethnically diverse places in Europe.

Local guide: Luca Ciuclea. Contributors: Timothy Ponitz (archaeologist), Quentin (manager of Bongo Joe record shop), Sophia (local resident in Le Bain Des Paquis neigbourhood), Rolv.K (producer & DJ), Pekodjinn (producer & DJ), Neil (booker at La Gravière club), Chien Bleu (rapper and tatoo artist), Titouan (student in political science), Ambre (art historian). Music by Pekodjinn, Alice, Hyperculte, Rolv.K and Chien Bleu.

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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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 heard parts of this encounter in episode 2, but this was such a unique experience for us that we had to share the full thing with you! So sit back, put your headphones on and treat your ears to an extended version of Ólafur Arnalds playing his favourite instruments at talking about life in Iceland.

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producer: Marcelo Velit.

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