The Hempolics at The Jam Jar
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A gig held at The Jam Jar on Thursday 14th May. The event starts at 20:00.


Known for a genre-jumping yet cohesive fusion of roots reggae, dub, soul and hip hop, The Hempolics are a close-knit family celebrating love, connection, and social commentary. Infectious rhythms, rich harmonies, and emotive lyrics create a fresh, rootsy sound with catchy melodies and socially conscious lyrics, fronted by producer Grippa Laybourne and vocalists Nubiya and Dandelion. “Real vintage lo fi reggae inspired soul music for the 21st century city scape people” – DJ Vadim Thursday 14th May The Hempolics + support 8pm - 11pm The Jam Jar, Bristol “Brand new twisted track that sounds like LKJ meets Massive Attack” - Don Letts, BBC 6 Music “We’re championing it because we think it’s really, really super cool” - Rodigan

Entry requirements: 18+

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