The heir to cumbia presents an exhilarating showcase of modern Columbian soul music.

Yeison Landero stands at the forefront of modern Colombian roots music as one of the leading exponents of cumbia sabanera — the vibrant, accordion-driven sound born in Colombia’s Caribbean heartland. Known as “el heredero de la cumbia” (the heir to cumbia), Landero delivers exhilarating, high-energy performances that fuse tradition with contemporary power, bringing Colombian soul music to new audiences around the world with authenticity and unmistakable charisma.

Hailing from San Jacinto in Colombia’s Montes de María province — the birthplace of cumbia sabanera — Yeison is the grandson of the legendary Andrés Landero, widely revered across Latin America as “el rey de la cumbia.” Andrés Landero helped shape what the world now recognizes as cumbia, translating the indigenous melodies of the gaita flutes into accordion lines, driving them with African-derived percussion, and giving voice to the lives of rural Indigenous and Afro-Colombian communities. Under his grandfather’s guidance, Yeison began studying accordion at the age of seven, inheriting not only a musical legacy but a cultural mission.

Today, Yeison Landero and his world-class band keep the classic cumbia sabanera sound alive while pushing it forward for 21st-century listeners and dancers. His performances are a celebration of rhythm, heritage, and joy — electrifying live shows that bridge generations and borders.

Landero’s international career has taken him to some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, and the Festival de Orquestas at the Carnaval de Barranquilla, where he was awarded the Congo de Oro in 2023. He has represented Colombia at global gatherings such as Expo 2020 Dubai, the Global Environment Summit COP16 in Cali (2024), and a highly anticipated showcase at WOMEX in Tampere, Finland (2025).

Beyond the stage, Yeison is deeply committed to cultural preservation and education. As the founder of the International Cumbia Fest in San Jacinto and the Fundación Landero Vive, he works tirelessly to safeguard cumbia’s legacy while nurturing new generations of musicians in Colombia and abroad.

With his accordion, original compositions, and magnetic stage presence, Yeison Landero continues to expand the global reach of cumbia sabanera — affirming his place as one of the most vital and dynamic voices in Colombian music today.

Secret Planet Richmond is a DIY music production team that works to bring cutting-edge international roots-based artists to Richmond year round, not just at the Richmond Folk Festival.

With only 107 seats, shows at Révéler are intimate and immersive. A romantic venue with exquisite sound and dreamy vibes, Révéler offers a unique selection of cocktails, wines, beers, bubbles, and non-alcoholic beverages. Our kitchen delivers small plates crafted with care.

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