In the midst of the outrage generated by their national tour in Cuba, the reggaeton artists Dany Ome and Kevincito El 13 will headline an event at the exclusive Hotel Resonance in Varadero, scheduled for August 22, 23, and 24, as part of the so-called “End of Summer 2K25.”
The poster, promoted by PMM and Fiesta Havana, also includes Yomil and Ja Rulay as confirmed artists.
The choice of Varadero as the event venue is not coincidental: it is one of the main tourist destinations on the island, where access is becoming increasingly restricted for most Cubans due to high prices in contrast to low wages.
This presentation comes after a wave of criticism sparked by their performances on the island, particularly a concert in Santiago de Cuba, during the celebrations for July 26, where Raúl Castro's grandson, Guillermo Rodríguez Castro, also known as “El Cangrejo,” was seen enjoying the music of the artists.
The images sparked rejection from many Cubans, who questioned Dany Ome and Kevincito for going from Miami to the island, with the regime's complicity, to serve as bait for the promotion of a carnival organized amidst an extreme crisis in the country, with endless blackouts and shortages of all kinds.
Despite the pressure, the artists, instead of lowering their profile after the controversy, continue their tour and are now planning to close the summer at a hotel facility that is far removed from the reality of the average Cuban. This contrast, far from going unnoticed, highlights the deep inequalities in the country and the disconnection of certain shows from the popular sentiment.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Controversial Tour of Dany Ome and Kevincito El 13 in Cuba
Why has the tour of Dany Ome and Kevincito El 13 generated controversy in Cuba?
The tour of Dany Ome and Kevincito El 13 has generated controversy due to their involvement in events associated with the Cuban regime, such as the concert in Santiago de Cuba during the celebrations of July 26, a symbolic date for the government. The presence of figures close to power, such as Raúl Guillermo Rodríguez Castro, alias "El Cangrejo," at their concerts has also sparked criticism.
Where will Dany Ome and Kevincito El 13 close out the summer in Cuba?
Dany Ome and Kevincito El 13 will close the summer at the Hotel Resonance in Varadero, an exclusive tourist destination inaccessible to most Cubans due to high costs. This event, scheduled for August 22, 23, and 24, highlights the stark contrast with the harsh economic reality faced by the population in Cuba.
How has the public reacted to the presence of regime figures at the concerts?
The presence of regime figures like El Cangrejo at concerts has sparked outrage among many Cubans, who perceive these events as a mockery of the everyday suffering of the people, who are facing blackouts and resource shortages. Images of these figures enjoying the concerts have been interpreted as a sign of the deep inequalities and disconnection from the sentiments of the populace.
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