"Marking 64 years of Jamaican independence, the Back A Yard and Rushtown sound warriors gather Golden Guild’s scorching nu-skool roots + Syd Perry’s joyous harmonica and bluesy reggae guitar for a blissed-out session. Powered by Haile Bless’ system rocking you all the way to rootikal heaven! Plus Guinness Punch and jerk chicken on tap… yep."
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A gig held at The Jam Jar on Thursday 6th August. The event starts at 19:30.
Back A Yard and RUSHTOWN presents JAMAICA 64 INDEPENDENCE BLUES
It's a tradition Bristol knows well, Caribbean communities have been organising their own blues dances and shebeens since the 60s, with the Bristol Bus Boycott in 1963. This is an evening to commemorate and celebrate the history, resilience, and joy Bristol's Carribbean community has built for itself since the Windrush.
Powered by Haile Bless heavyweight 12V soundsystem:
Live music from the mighty Golden Guild band and Syd Perry
Back A Yard selectas (Synthia, DJ Kez, Nymfro) and
RUSHTOWN residents Azumei and Naughty Nate
Homemade Guinness Punch behind the bar, dominoes, and traditional Yard food from Mama & JJ: jerk chicken, patties, curry goat, and vegan options covered.
Entry requirements: 18+
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