BLAZING THE FIRE - A CELEBRATION OF SOUND SYSTEM CULTURE at The Pickle Factory
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"2 hours of sound system celebrations across photography, film and serious subs! The Cable honours rebel roots and culture with weighty dub and conscious steppas from Bristol’s foundational Jah Lokko + smoked-out burner dancehall riddims from Yuseemi."

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A clubnight on Saturday 26th July. The event starts at 14:00.


Blazing the Fire comes to The Pickle Factory for a full 12 hours of roots, dub, and deep community vibes! Our latest in-depth article has inspired this event that wants to bring these two grass roots movements together. From protest music to protest journalism, we want to honour the richness that rebellious acts bring to our cultural landscape.

A celebration of Bristol’s legendary sound system culture, this family-friendly daytime gathering transforms into a sub-bass heavy dance into the early hours.

DAYTIME: Food, Music, Photo exhibition, FREE cinema for the young ones, Games, and lots of Chat!
NIGHTIME: With heavyweight sets from Supercharge Sound System, Jah Lokko, Yuseemi, Stevo the Bass, Ras Addis, and Dub Dave.

Expect vibes, vinyl, and vital conversations.

Saturday 26th July | 2pm–2am
The Pickle Factory, 13 All Hallows, BS5 0HH
For all generations — come feel the word, sound, and power!

Price Tiers: £10 General release/ £8 for Cable Members
Family discounts: Suggested Donation £15 for 2 adults + 2 children
Concessions: Pay what you can

WE WILL NOT TURN ANYONE AWAY. PLEASE JOIN US TO CELEBRATE THE COMING TOGETHER OF THE ALL PEOPLE AND CULTURES.

Entry requirements: no age restrictions

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