GP kicked off its 2024 summer season last saturday with one thing top of mind: COMMUNITY.

• KCRW and GP audiences coming together for another magical Summer Nights event = Community

• LA’s own Mestizo Beat rocking the crowd to Latin funk = Community

• Chef Jeffrey cooking up fresh Puerto Rican tostones to honor iLe’s heritage = Community

• Clinica Romero sharing their mission of providing affordable healthcare to our most vulnerable neighborhoods = Community

The vibes were impeccable as sunset turned to evening. The shared sense of gratitude that summer was finally here was palpable, and there was no shortage of bodies dancing rhythmically to the infectious grooves of DJ Jose Galvan and Mestizo Beat. Mestizo Beat flexed their virtuosity by playing fierce hitting uptempo funk tracks that would sound right at home in a 70s Blaxploitation chase scene. Other tunes recalled the sun baked California vibes of War.

Our headliner iLe was no less impressive. She commanded the stage and wowed the crowd with her soaring vocals. Her band providing the perfect backing with their blend of rock, soul, and Latin grooves. An effortless dancer and live performer, all eyes at California Plaza were fixed on iLe.