Barulho are a Samba Reggae Funk band based in Brighton. We blend Afro-Cuban and South American traditional forms with contemporary funk, hip hop and drum & bass.
Formed in 2000, we have performed at countless events, from festivals and clubs to private and community celebrations, both nationally and internationally. Including: Bestival, Secret Garden Party, Playgroup Festival, Westend Festival Glasgow, Wroclaw Non Stop Festival in Poland and Brighton Pride.
We pride ourselves on creating visually stunning costumes which turn any gig into an extraordinary experience: from Barulho Chic for weddings or formal events, to our Arts Council-funded Carnival Bizarre, a troupe of eccentrically-attired troubadours.
We bring any event to life with our infectious drumming, funky beats and spectacular performances – fully acoustic, we can set up quickly for static or mobile events. Get in touch and book us today!
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To find out about Barulho's upcoming gigs, please see the list below, or follow our Facebook or Instagram pages. If you’d like to be kept updated on the dates of our open sessions, from which we sometimes recruit new members, please join the website’s mailing list.
Carnaval de Barulho
In 2025, the streets of Brighton will pulse with an extraordinary celebration as Barulho - our city's vibrant community samba band - marks its 25th year with 'Carnaval de Barulho' (Carnival of Noise)!
To mark this milestone, we're planning an unforgettable seafront spectacle! Barulho will be parading along Brighton's iconic promenade to the i360, where former band members and other local samba groups will join for a grand combined performance and a proper party!
Join us in marking 25 years of rhythm, community, and joyful noise in Brighton!
email (the best way): Wednesday or Emily at gigbookings@barulho.co.uk, phone: Emily on 07835 864571 (if you leave a message, please give as many details as possible about the gig, including contact phone and email).
We'll work with you to create exactly the right vibe for your particular event – whether street party, club night, parade or festival. Contact us with your dates, location etc, and we’ll be in touch.
open sessions
We run open sessions every few months in Brighton for wannabe sambistas. No previous experience is needed – just a sense of rhythm and the ability to pick things up quickly. To be kept informed about our next open session, please sign up on our mailing list.
upcoming gigs
If you’d like to be kept updated as to when and where Barulho are playing, keep an eye on the upcoming gigs page, or follow our Facebook or Instagram pages.
Barulho bring events alive with their power, energy and tight performances. An absolute pleasure to witness!
Carnival Collective at their 30th anniversary
Your band saved my bacon at the top of that hill! Such energy from the rhythm enabled me to keep going!!!
Helen – Brighton half marathon runner
100% Brighton. Innovative grooves made for dancing, and costumes you wish you'd thought of.
