“If we lack music in our daily lives, let’s look for it.” Jordi Urpí

Barcelona has a musical heart and the Diobar is one of its strongest beats. Live music is the specialty of this venue located in the heart of the city. in the Born district (Av. del Marquès de l’Argentera, 27) and right there, before one of the performances, our collaborator Cristina Baigorri interviewed one of its Cristina Baigorri interviewed one of its directors, Jordi Urpí i Tallada.

Located in the basement of the Greek restaurant Dionisos, the Diobar is not only known for its intimate and cozy atmosphere, but also for its diverse programming ranging from Latin rhythms, salsa, to rock and hip-hop.

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The Diobar celebrates 8 years of trajectory and consolidates itself as a reference in the city’s panorama.

This hall stands out for its eclectic programming that includes thematic cycles. Thursdays are dedicated to the Double or Nothing cycle, with two rock or electronic pop groups. Fridays are for salsa, while Saturdays offer a mix of cumbia, African and Balkan music.

This variety has allowed the Diobar to maintain a constant flow of visitors and attract both locals and visitors. The community that attends regularly emphasizes the high value of live music and a welcoming atmosphere that allows for group or individual attendance.

And for this summer they maintain programming that highlights the following: on Thursdays rock bands, salsa nights on Fridays in addition to Colombian music and Wednesday open mic sessions to discover new talents that are sure to surprise attendees.

Music in our lives and in Jordi’s in particular.

During the conversation, the guest reminds us that
“already in the mother’s womb we listen to music”.
. That’s why he stresses its importance in our day; “
music never fails us”.
 as well as the effect it has if we practice “conscious listening”.
“conscious listening”.

Jordi, a Barcelonian from
the “real upper quarter of the city”, Carmel, enjoys the sea views in winter
Jordi, a local from Carmel, enjoys the views of the sea in winter and strolls through the Parc de la Ciutadella.

The life of our guest has been, for the most part, linked to music. In the family environment and later as director of the magazine Batonga, although he also worked in magazines such as Integral, Altaïr or Ajoblanco.

Diobar and the future of the sector

Urpí also highlighted the importance of supporting small venues at a time when many live music venues in Barcelona are closing or facing problems, such as Sidecar, Milano, Heliogàbal, among others.

In his experience, managing a hall such as the Diobar requires dedication and vocation, as it is not always easy to keep it running without adequate support from institutions and the community. He calls for more support to ensure that venues like the Diobar can continue to provide a platform for local and international musicians.

In short, the Diobar, under the direction of Jordi Urpí and his team, continues to be a benchmark for live music in Barcelona. With its diverse programming and dedication to the music community, this venue not only offers quality entertainment, but also plays a crucial role in the preservation and promotion of local music culture.

Chapter credits:

  • Publisher:
    JEZZ Media.
  • Production, script and voice-over: Cristina Baigorri Puerto.
  • Trend analysis: Erlin Salgado –
    Trendsform
  • Realization: David Fernández Marcos
    @davidfm55

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