UniversidaddeCádiz

The University of Cádiz, through its University Extension Service, will be present at this alternative music event at the Pedro Muñoz Seca Theatre

The University of Cádiz, through the University Extension Service of the Vice-Rectorate for Sustainability and Culture, will actively participate in a new edition of the Monkey Week festival, which will take place from Thursday to Saturday in El Puerto de Santa María. On this occasion, UCA joins the festival with the Campus Rock stage, a space designed to bring both the university community and the general public closer to some of the most innovative and representative acts of today’s independent music scene. Through this collaboration, the institution strengthens its presence in one of the most prominent cultural events in Andalusia, reinforcing its commitment to contemporary creation, students’ cultural education, and the promotion of emerging talent.

The presentation of the 17th edition of Monkey Week SON Estrella Galicia took place this Tuesday at the Castillo de San Marcos Winery in El Puerto, the venue for the festival’s professional sessions, Monkey PRO. The event was attended by Germán Beardo, mayor of the city and fourth vice-president of the Provincial Council of Cádiz; Gonzalo Sánchez Gardey, Vice-Rector for Sustainability and Culture of the University of Cádiz; Javier Rivera, manager of the Andalusian Agency of Cultural Institutions of the Andalusian Regional Government; Inma Mainé, board member of SGAE; Manuel Acosta, Vice-Rector for Culture of UNIA; Antonio Lobato Buzón, delegate of Estrella Galicia in Western Andalusia; Miguel García, musician (Cervatana); and Tali Carreto, co-director of the festival.

The Pedro Muñoz Seca Municipal Theatre will be the central venue of Campus Rock, where artists from Portugal, Argentina, Chile, the Netherlands, and Spain will gather. The festival’s hallmark—stylistic diversity—will offer audiences a musical journey through genres ranging from psychedelic rock and experimental electronic music to alternative pop, contemporary punk, and hybrid trends that define today’s independent scene. Additionally, the University of Cádiz will offer special discounts for people under the age of 25, with the aim of encouraging youth participation and promoting engagement with the contemporary music scene.

Thursday, 20 November: the creative pulse of Portugal

The opening day of the Campus Rock stage will be presented by The Portuguese Discovery and will feature three Portuguese bands that represent different strands of the alternative music scene in the neighbouring country.

The evening will open with Madmess, a trio that has become a key reference in European heavy-psych. Their sound—mystical and energetic—blends powerful, immersive rock with long improvisations that explore creative freedom. Their performance is scheduled for 10:45 p.m.

At midnight, it will be the turn of Unsafe Space Garden, a band that merges music and performance art in their live shows. With four albums released, their stage presence fuses spoken word, Hammond keyboards, and a vibrant aesthetic that defies convention.

Them Flying Monkeys will close the night at 1:15 a.m. Hailing from Sintra, the band has carved out a distinct space in Portugal’s underground scene. Their approach blends melodic rock, experimental atmospheres, and an intense energy that makes for particularly powerful live performances.

Friday, 21 November: a diversity of global sounds

Friday’s programme will feature four performances by artists from different countries, each bringing a unique musical perspective.

At 4:00 p.m., Delfina Campos will take the stage—one of the most acclaimed voices of Argentina’s new wave. Her music, shaped by poetic sensibility and cinematic influences, has graced international festivals such as Primavera Sound and Lollapalooza.

At 5:15 p.m., Lagoss will take the stage—a Luso-Spanish project bringing together Gonçalo F. Cardoso (from the Discrepant label) and the electronic duo Tupperwear. Their sonic research delves into island mythologies and the echoes of exotic and spiritual music to construct enigmatic and evocative soundscapes.

The evening will continue at 6:30 p.m. with a performance by Devon Rexi, a Dutch band that moves between post-punk, psych-funk, and dub rhythms. Their live shows are marked by processed vocals and an immersive sound rich in experimental textures.

The day will close with the Chilean duo Marineros, performing at 7:45 p.m. Known for their warm, atmospheric dreampop with a strong pop sensibility, they have appeared at festivals such as SXSW and Primavera Sound and recorded live sessions for KEXP, establishing themselves as one of the most compelling acts in the Latin American scene.

Saturday, 22 November: new voices from the Spanish scene

The final day of the Campus Rock stage will be dedicated to emerging artists from the Spanish music scene. At 4:00 p.m., Tristicis will perform—a creator from Seville whose music explores melancholy, avant-garde aesthetics, and sonic experimentation. Her intimate and abstract compositions aim to challenge the boundaries of her own creative space.

She will be followed at 5:15 p.m. by G La Sosita, an artist connected to the contemporary urban scene, influenced by Memphis, Chicago, and the American new wave. Her work fuses classic rap references with a global sonic identity.

At 6:30 p.m., Rata will present an indie rock project that blends pop hooks with raw live energy. Formed by Daniel Sabater and Félix Esteban, their sound stands out for its irreverent and experimental spirit.

Finally, at 7:45 p.m., the festival will host Memocracia, a band from Burgos that combines punk, post-hardcore, and an emotional intensity that oscillates between calm and rage. Their visceral and honest performance promises to be one of the most powerful moments of the weekend.