¡WEPA! is an exclamation of happiness and approval amongst Latinos, like "Ohhh yeah!". It is normally yelled at a high volume. You must say it nasally or there is no effect. It is pronounced "weh-pah".

¡WEPA! MUSIC SAMPLER COURTESY OF ANTONIO OCASIO (TRIBAL WINDS)

Friday, June 1, 2012

Join Us on the Clipper Tall Ship at Midnight!


 Joann Jimenez presents...
¡WEPA! Banana Boat Ride

with music by: Antonio Ocasio (Tribal Winds)

See the world’s most famous skyline light up the night. The bustle and noise of the city turns to silence as we slip out onto the Hudson, cut the engines and turn up the volume!  It's the perfect place to bring a date, the best way to celebrate a special occasion or meet great people.  Come get a dose of our Afro-House and Latin Soul on the water with some of the best people in town.  It will be an experience to remember forever!

"Well, for one thing, the party—hosted by Joann Jimenez—remains one of the most fun and least pretentious fiestas out there, with the catchphrase “Welcome to El Barrio” signaling what you get ... But mostly, it's because resident Antonio Ocasio is simply a fantastic DJ, merging Afro-Latin flavor to soulful house grooves and gorgeous melodies. Beautifully deep, Afro-Latin–tinged house beats from the master."  -Bruce Tantum (Time Out NY)

Buy $25 Tickets On-Line: http://www.ticketfly.com/event/128457/

SAIL DETAILS:
BOARDING 11:30pm SHARP!
SAIL: midnight – 2:30am
21+
a 2.5 hour sail around the NY Harbor

LOCATION:
Clipper City is Docked on the East Face of Pier 17 @ The South Street Seaport

http://www.wepanyc.com/
http://www.soundcloud.com/wepanyc
http://www.youtube.com/wepanyc
http://www.facebook.com/wepanewyorkcity

FREE OUTDOOR EVENT :: June 7th


Wednesday, May 23, 2012

a ¡WEPA! special celebration: “Honoring Our Ancestors”... Free Outdoor Event

We look back to our roots, and honor those who've gone before us.  
Sometimes we forget how interconnected our roots have become...
my heritage, your heritage.... my family, your family...
often, our paths seem to cross and intermingle again and again...
Join us as we honor our connectedness and all of our ancestors, 
for at the end, we are all ONE.

Saturday, June 23rd, 2012
Free Outdoor Event
1pm - until it ends

Joann Jimenez presents...

a ¡WEPA! special celebration:   
“Honoring Our Ancestors”

Resident DJ / Producer: Antonio Ocasio (Tribal Winds)

bring blankets, food, instruments, memorabilia, flowers, candles +
anything you want to share

Special Guest: SRES (Are You Afro?™)

Special Set: Ace Housenation

Live Art: Michael Casiano

Drum Circle begins at sunset...  bring drums, children and elders

If you would like to make any donations or sponsor,



Monday, May 7, 2012

Cigars, Pasteles, Dominoes & alot of CULTURE!


EMAIL JOANN JIMENEZ FOR REDUCED ADMISSION
OR TO BE ADDED TO THE DATABASE FOR FUTURE PARTIES.

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Our first time in Brooklyn!!!


Dekalb Market is a new community destination in Downtown Brooklyn. Dekalb Market, is housed in a collection of salvaged shipping containers, that bring together Brooklyn’s creative entrepreneurs in a community setting that include an incubator farm, events and performance venue, and a collection of eateries and work-sell spaces.

Dekalb Market
138 Willoughby Street (Flatbush Ave)
Brooklyn, NY 11201
B, Q, R to Dekalb Ave

www.dekalbmarket.com


IF YOU ARE A VENDOR AND ARE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING,
PLEASE CONTACT JOANN:  MUZIKBUTRFLY@GMAIL.COM

Monday, March 19, 2012

¡WEPA! joins UHURU AFRIKA @ MI CASA HOLIDAY (Playa del Carmen, Mexico)

We're excited to announce that WEPA NYC has been selected as part of the official MI CASA HOLIDAY events lineup in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico.
So, October 4-7, we're all going on Holiday together!
Start preparing now and contact me with any questions regarding special rates.

P.S. We're excited to join forces with Boston's Uhuru Afrika!
Lineup - Adam Gibbons . Antonio Ocasio . Max Pela . Sidy Maiga & More...
www.micasaholiday.com

Monday, February 27, 2012

Thursday, February 9, 2012



Joann Jimenez presents...

¡WEPA!
The Original Home of
Afro-House & Latin Soul

Resident DJ / Producer:
Antonio Ocasio (Tribal Winds)

Live Art & Music, Coquito, Cigar Roller, Visuals + lots of Culture

$10 with invite printout or RSVP: muzikbutrfly@gmail.com
$15 without invite printout or RSVP

EVERY LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH!


Bar 13 (3rd Floor)
121 University Place (13th & 14th) - NYC

www.wepanyc.com
www.youtube.com/wepanyc
www.soundcloud.com/wepanyc

www.facebook.com/joann.jimenez.wepanyc
www.facebook.com/antonio.ocasio

LIFE'S MASTERPIECE (Digital Download)


ANTONIO OCASIO: LIFE'S MASTERPIECE
Digital Download Available Now!
(click below)


 
 
 
 

Thursday, January 19, 2012

((OPEN CALL)) for ((COLLABORATIONS))

First thing is first; THANK YOU for your ongoing LOVE and SUPPORT…
WE are truly GRATEFUL.
We wouldn’t be making the following announcement without YOU.

We are excited to announce that this year has begun with a lot of new upcoming opportunities to create and collaborate with other creative minds.

If you would like to participate or recommend anyone, please pass this along.
Or, if you have come across anything interesting,
send us the information and we will follow up.

Here’s what we are looking for
Artists (film, painters, sculptors, experimental)
Autobiographers & Documentarists
Dancers & Instructors (House, Latin, Afro, Free-style, etc.)
Designers (Graphic, Set, Costume, etc.)
MCs
Musicians (vocalists and all instruments)
Performance Artists
Photographers
Space for Events, Classes, Art Exhibitions, Screenings, Outdoor Parties
Videographers

Thank you all in advance for your time and participation.

We look forward to building a relationship of
community, love, creativity and prosperity for all.
Please send your information to:

Pa’Lante,
Joann & Antonio (WEPA NYC)


Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Beautifully deep, Afro-Latin–tinged house beats from the master.

"Well, for one thing, the party—hosted by Joann Jimenez—remains one of the most fun and least pretentious fiestas out there, with the catchphrase “Welcome to El Barrio” signaling what you get at the intimate Bar 13 on the last Friday of every month: Folks playing dominos, a guy rolling cigars (you can smoke ’em on the roof deck), and dudes slapping out syncopated rhythms on the congas. But mostly, it's because resident Antonio Ocasio, who also runs the Tribal Winds label, is simply a fantastic DJ, merging Afro-Latin flavor to soulful house grooves and gorgeous melodies. Beautifully deep, Afro-Latin–tinged house beats from the master."  -Bruce Tantum (Time Out NY)







Wednesday, October 5, 2011

COSTUME IDEAS + ENTER YOUR OWN BELOW!


Friday, October 28th
6pm - 4am

Joann Jimenez presents...

¡WEPA!
 "LATIN THEME" HALLOWEEN

The Original Home of
Afro-House + Latin Soul


Resident DJ / Producer:
Antonio Ocasio (Tribal Winds)


and Special Guest:
Bobby Morales
Opening with an Afterwork House Classics Session

Randy Montalvo on Congas

Coquito, Cigars, Dominoes, Visuals, Roof Deck

Free (6-8pm) / $5 (8-10pm)
$10 After 10pm with a Flyer, Print or RSVP to muzikbutrfly@gmail.com
$15 at the Door
 

Bar 13 (3rd Floor)
121 University Place (between 13th & 14th Street)
New York, New York 10003

Take any train to Union Square



We have decided to give our celebration a little twist... 

We are all familiar with these characters.  Alot of them exist in all cultures. 

If you already have your outfit picked, just give it some Latin flavor.

Be imaginative, creative and have fun!

We encourage you to submit your ideas + suggestions:
ENTER YOUR COMMENT ON THE BOTTOM

El Bodeguero - Owner of Bodega
El Musico - The Musician
El Super - The Super
El Taxista - The Cabdriver
El Carnicero - The Butcher
Protagonista - Soap Opera Character
El Mariachi - Mexican Street Musician
El Cocinero - The Cook
El Gardinero – The Gardener
El Vendedor – The Street Vendor
El Carnicero – The Butcher
El Mechanico - The Mechanic
Flamenca, Cha Cha, Tango, Plenera, Bomba, Mangulina, Salsero - Dancers
El Bandito - The Bandit

La Bochinchera - The Gossiper
La Maestra - The Teacher
La Cuidadora - The Babysitter
La Senorita - Ms. Thang
El Torero - The Matador

Be part of the WEPA family.  Make up your own family member:

Tio Pepe - Uncle who's still living in the 70's
Madrina - Godmother who has a mustache & crooked wig
Titi Gladys - Aunt with bad make-up who drinks too much
Papi - Dad who always repeats the same stories
Mama - Mother who can't stop cleaning & accommodating
Pepita - Lady who lives downstairs, who always complains
Senora Popa - Lady who always goes out in a house frock & handbag
Senor Bienvenido - The Man that plays dominoes & smokes cigars
Abuelita – Feisty Grandma who has a very dirty mouth
Abuelito - Gandpa thinks he's still in his 20's, he is dangerous
Jose - Brother who might be 'in the closet'
Ana - Sister who's a little hustler, gotta watch her
Primo Jose - Cousin who can fix anything with a nail clipper
Prima Mayra - Cousin who thinks she dancers better than anyone

Some Famous Latinos:

Oscar de la Renta
Carlos Santana
John Leguizamo
Jerry Garcia
Linda Ronstadt
Ricky Martin
Salma Hayek
Eva Langoria
Hector Lavoe
Mirta de Perales
Walter Mercado
Sammy Sosa
Shakira
Carmen Miranda
J-Lo
Ugly Betty
Marc Antohony
Pitbull
Zorro
Evita
Frida Kahlo
Don Francisco of Sabado Gigante
Chapulin Colorado

Chavo del Ocho
La Chilindrina
Cantinflas
Celia Cruz
Selena
Tito Puentes
Julio Iglesias
Fidel Castro
Che
Christina Aguilera
Selena
Gloria Estefan
Rosie Perez
Cameron Diaz
Benicio del Torro
Antonio Banderas
Ruben Blades
Emilio Estevez
George Lopez
Ricardo Motalban
Edward James Olmos
Charlie Sheen
Jimmy Smits
Andy Garcia
Penelope Cruz
Javier Bardem
Desi Arnez
Rita Moreno
La Lupe
Maria Conchita Alonzo
Sonia Sotomayor
Iris Chacon

CLICK THE COMMENTS LINK BELOW AND
ENTER YOUR OWN IDEAS AND SUGGESTIONS 

Monday, September 19, 2011

OUR 2ND YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY + ANTONIO'S BIRTHDAY!


 Friday, September 30th, 2011
6pm - 4m

Joann Jimenez presents...

¡WEPA!
The Original Home of
Afro-House & Latin Soul

Resident / Producer:
Antonio Ocasio (Tribal Winds)

2ND YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY
ANTONIO'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

Special Guest (6-10pm):
Bobby Morales (housemasons.com)
doing an afterwork house classics set


Randy Montalvo on Congas

Coquito, Cigars, Dominoes, Visuals, Roof Deck

Free (6-8pm) / $5 (8-10pm)
$10 After 10pm with a Flyer, Print or RSVP to muzikbutrfly@gmail.com
$15 at the Door

Bar 13 (on the 3rd floor)
121 University Place (between 13th & 14th Street)

Take any train to 14th Street

Saturday, August 13, 2011

Antonio Ocasio celebrating Life's Masterpiece in Toronto!


 Friday, September 9th, 2011

United Soul & soulwhat proudly present

✦✦Solid Garage Afro Latin Party✦✦

Dance Studio Sessions!

featuring Special Guest:

✦✦Antonio Ocasio (Tribal Winds, WEPA NYC)✦✦

Celebrating the Release of his NEW Album - Life's Masterpiece

alongside DJs:

✦Groove Institute
✦Gadjet

live percussion by:

✦Chico Pacheco

hosted by Dance Migration, Virgil & Pradeep

Doors Open: 9pm
Admission: $10 b4 11pm w/RSVP, $15

El Mocambo Dance Studio
464 Spadina Ave (2nd Floor)
Toronto, Canada

**In support of the Serving Charity Soup Kitchen - Feeding the homeless
and less unfortunate families in Toronto. Please bring non perishable food items.

for more information: unitedsoul@gmail.com



Thursday, July 14, 2011

¡WEPA! Wednesdays @ El Museo del Barrio :: ENDS AUGUST

Get ready to groove twice as much every week in July and August,
as Joann Jimenez and Antonio Ocasio bring their very own ¡WEPA! to El Museo del Barrio.


Grab a friend and join us for our weekly free extended Gallery hours,
Yes! FREE access to the gallery for this event!
live DJ and Drink Specials at El Café.

  The ¡WEPA! soundscape incorporates the wide range of their culture's musical wealth, blending Afro-Cuban, Latino Tribal, Orisha chants and straight up percussive rhythms mixed in with old salsa classics and other lovely sounds that live inside them... house music.


Every Wednesday in July and August
6-9pm :: FREE ADMISSION

Joann Jimenez presents...

¡WEPA!
Welcome to El Barrio
Afro-House + Latin-Soul

Resident DJ
Antonio Ocasio (Tribal Winds)

 and Special Guests every week!

El Museo del Barrio
1230 5th Ave (104th street)
Admission: Free

WEPA = When saying this jubilant word, "WEPA", you must hold the "e" for the longest amount of time, and the "a" for just as long. Variations are also acceptable.



1230 Fifth Avenue (104th Street)

6 train to 103rd Street // 2 or 3 train to 110th Street
M1, M2, M3, M4 Bus to 104th Street