Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) presents a vibrant free music series. It returns for its second season in 2026. The series runs from February through May. Six high-energy concerts will be featured. This lineup showcases artists from the Caribbean. It also includes performers from its diaspora. The music pushes boundaries. Yet, it stays true to cultural roots. This is exciting music news for Brooklyn.
A Hub for Caribbean Sounds
BAM aims to highlight Caribbean sounds. These sounds are evolving in Brooklyn. They are also growing beyond the borough. Brooklyn is a rich cultural landscape. Many Caribbean people call it home. This diversity shapes new music. BAM celebrates this vibrant exchange. Music curator Lia Camille Crockett selected the artists. She wants to show how sounds coexist. They intersect and evolve together. Caribbean music influences global music. These artists carry that legacy forward.
Diverse Voices Take the Stage
Several talented artists are joining the lineup. Queens-born R&B artist Yaya Bey will perform. Her music blends R&B, jazz, and soul. It also incorporates hip-hop and reggae. Bey’s lyrics are poetic and unflinching. She explores themes of Black womanhood. Her work draws from her Bajan heritage. She is known for introspective narratives.
Haitian rock artist Paul Beaubrun is also featured. He is the son of Boukman Eksperyans founders. Beaubrun mixes Haitian roots music with rock. Blues and soul influences are present. He performs in English, Creole, and French. His style is often called Haitian Vodou Electric Blues. His music explores cultural history and social justice.
Trinidadian-American soca artist Anika Berry joins the series. Her music fuses traditional soca with R&B. Berry grew up with calypso and soca music. She has charted on reggae charts. Her songs blend old-school sounds with new flavors. She is a dynamic performer.
Yung Bredda will also share his music. He is a dancehall and reggae musician. Yung Bredda hails from Trinidad and Tobago. His sound merges modern beats. It features distinct Caribbean rhythms. He brings an energetic stage presence. His music celebrates his heritage.
An Evening of Rhythm and Discovery
Each concert evening offers a full experience. It includes a DJ set. This sets the mood before the main performance. Then, a headlining musical act takes the stage. The series explores many genres. Examples include Haitian rock and bilingual ballads. Steel pan orchestras and Afro-Cuban fusion are also represented. This variety reflects the borough’s layered culture. The Adam Space at BAM is the venue. Doors open at 7 PM. The atmosphere is energetic and welcoming. It encourages movement and discovery. It fosters community exchange. Rhythm leads the way.
Accessible Culture for All
BAM is committed to community access. This free music series is a key part of that. It provides a platform for diverse artists. It connects audiences with new sounds. The series began in 2025. Its first season was a great success. Audiences were hungry for fresh sounds. This second season promises more excitement. It features artists creating on their own terms. They draw from heritage. They build entirely new sonic worlds. This is essential news for music lovers. It highlights BAM’s role in promoting global music. It celebrates Brooklyn’s rich Caribbean diaspora. The music offers joy and connection. It promises to be a highlight of the 2026 cultural calendar.