Gilo Percussion
About this event
Get ready to experience something truly special this summer at Rivington Hall Barn. We're thrilled to welcome Gilo Percussion, the Leeds-based rhythmic powerhouse who's performed across the globe from Hong Kong to Egypt and beyond. With his infectious energy and world-class percussive skills, Gilo transforms any event into an unforgettable night of music and movement. Whether you're a clubbing enthusiast or simply after a night filled with incredible live performance, Gilo's dynamic style will lift the atmosphere to extraordinary new heights.
Having studied at London's renowned Drumtech and worked alongside percussion legend Bosco De Oliveira, Gilo brings technical mastery combined with pure passion to every performance. His unique ability to blend live percussion with DJing, honed during his time in Hong Kong, creates a truly immersive sonic experience. From his residencies at iconic venues like Leeds' SpeedQueen to international tours with Hed Kandi, Gilo has built a reputation as one of the UK's most in-demand live artists.
Set against the stunning backdrop of our Grade II listed barn with its original Saxon beams and contemporary elegance, Gilo's performance promises to be the highlight of your evening. This is your chance to witness a genuinely talented performer who brings the energy and expertise of a truly international artist right here to Bolton.
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Bringing a powerful, rhythmical edge to percussion at parties across the globe, Gilo can lift any atmosphere to new heights. After studying at the London’s famous Drumtech back in 2007 and spending time with Latin percussion supremo Bosco De Oliveira, Gilo travelled to Hong Kong. There he spent 6 months with Manchester’s DJ Nipper learning the art of drumming alongside a DJ, honing his skills and making him an incredible live artist. Returning to the UK, Gilo picked up residencies at local clubs including the legendary Leeds night SpeedQueen. In 2011 he joined the iconic Hed Kandi team, making appearances at Birmingham’s Gatecrasher and Blackpool’s Sanuk nightclub. International appearances soon followed for the world famous brand including trips to Egypt, Germany, Ukraine, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Qatar and a tour of Thailand. In between his hectic gig schedule, Gilo still finds time to release regular podcasts with Good2Groove, where his live percussion can be heard playing over Nu Disco and Deep House tracks. Gilo’s energy, enthusiasm and percussive skills will elevate any clubbing event to the next level, making him an in demand live artist.
An impressive Grade II listed building, with original Saxon beams; combined with a modern twist to create an award-winning wedding and event venue.
