DIASPORA presents Roots & Radio, a daytime celebration highlighting the cultural power of radio, community, and youth creativity. This event is part of our Arts Council-supported DIASPORA series, which celebrates the legacies of migration, cultural exchange, and the underground music community in Bristol.

Join us for an interactive live radio show, featuring legendary guests and rising Bristol talent, alongside workshops and opportunities to explore careers in radio, DJing, music production, and live performance. The show will be recorded and broadcast later on Ujima Radio, extending its reach beyond the room and into the wider community.


The event will feature a live community radio show from 2PM – 5PM, bringing together Bristol legends and rising talent across multiple genres. Guests include:

- MC Yallah – East African rap powerhouse
- Krust – Bristol jungle pioneer, Full Cycle legend
- Angel Mel – host & community broadcaster
- Jamell (Trinity Centre) – genre-hopping club energy
- Anything But Becky – roots & bashment vibes
- Stormy J – Jab-house heat
- Fire Up The Youth – Jabani, Laura Dia + open mic for vocalists


WORKSHOPS & OPPORTUNITIES
Learn how to get into radio presenting & production
Artist development & live performance guidance
Fire Up The Youth - Open mic opportunities for emerging vocalists


COMMUNITY FOCUS
Food by Jamaican Hideaway
Intergenerational & family-friendly environment – welcoming young people, families, and elders alike.
Community-driven ethos: a space for mentorship, skill-building, and cultural exchange, designed to connect Bristol’s grassroots talent with radio professionals and local legends.

This is more than a radio event – it’s a celebration of heritage, creativity, and community, offering the chance to learn, perform, and collaborate in a supportive and inspiring environment. Whether you’re curious about presenting, producing, DJing, or simply want to be part of a vibrant cultural gathering, Roots & Radio is the perfect starting point.

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