Latinas Of London

Camden native Desta French leads a sisterhood lineup for a night of the most exciting voices emerging from London’s Latin music scene. 

Drawing from jazz, hip-hop, and cumbia, Desta made history in 2020 as the first UK Latin artist supported on BBC Radio with an all-Spanish song.

She is joined by virtuoso Peruvian saxophonist Allexa Nava, whose work blends South American heritage with contemporary jazz, and Xativa, whose haunting fusion of folk and jazz reflects her Spanish and Ecuadorian roots.

Three artists come together, showcasing the depth and vibrancy of London’s Latin music scene, right in the heart of Camden.

*This event is part of the La Linea Festival 2026*

Camden native Desta French leads a line-up featuring Allexa Nava and Xativa for a night of essential contemporary Latin music.

Chonga mother and Camden native Desta French draws from an extensive range of genres including jazz, hip-hop and cumbia. A true trailblazer, she was the first UK Latin artist to be supported on BBC Radio with an all-Spanish language song in 2020.

Desta is joined by virtuosic saxophonist and composer Allexa Nava, and multi-disciplinary artist Xativa, known for her haunting blend of folk and jazz. 

Representing the depth and creative energy of London’s Latin music scene, these three artists take the stage for an essential night of music in the heart of Camden.