BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//groovement - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://groovement.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for groovement REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240720T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240720T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240711T103925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T103926Z UID:33337-1721480400-1721512800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Caribbean Rocks Festival - Skillibeng + More DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets www.caribbeanrocks.com \n\n\n\n– Saturday 20th July 2024\, BEC Complex Manchester \n\n\n\n– Outdoor Summer Festival \n\n\n\n– Caribbean & Street Food Stalls \n\n\n\n– The best in Dancehall/Bashment\, Soca\, Reggae & More \n\n\n\nPerforming live: \n\n\n\n?? Skillibeng \n\n\n\n????IQ Di Prince \n\n\n\n& Guests \n\n\n\n?DJ Nate \n\n\n\nEnglish Fire – DJ Silk – DJ Melo D – Gamrock – Natz B – Coolie – Hotwaxx Sound \n\n\n\n——- \n\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate the culture ?? \n\n\n\nCaribbean Rocks Summer Festival \n\n\n\nSaturday 20th July 2024 \n\n\n\n1PM – 10PM \n\n\n\nThis event is strictly 18+ \n\n\n\nPhoto ID is required to gain entry \n\n\n\nLast entry 6pm \n\n\n\nOnly Government issued ID is accepted. \n\n\n\nFollow Us On Instagram @CaribbeanRocksFestival \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/caribbean-rocks-festival-skillibeng-more/ LOCATION:Bowlers\, Longbridge Rd\,\, Trafford Park\, Stretford\,\, M17 1SN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:DJ Event,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Screenshot-2024-07-11-at-11.37.00.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240720T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240720T223000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240710T153300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T153301Z UID:33257-1721502000-1721514600@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Swishas & Vimto Launch Party w/ Batfunk\, Pique Roscoe & more / Stage & Radio DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/swishas-vimto-launch-party-w-batfunk-pique-roscoe-more-stage-radio/ LOCATION:stage and radio\, 43 Port Street\, Manchester\, M1 2EQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/swishas.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240720T230000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240721T040000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240711T104234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T104236Z UID:33341-1721516400-1721534400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Me Gusta Collective presents BADSISTA DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of eclectic beats as Me Gusta Collective proudly presents Badsista all the way from São Paulo! Get ready to immerse yourself in a sonic journey spanning Chicago house\, techno\, hip-hop\, pop\, and the vibrant rhythms of baile funk. \n\n\n\nAs a DJ\, Rafaela Andrade AKA Badsista\, brings her rich cultural tapestry to the turntables\, seamlessly blending genres and influences. From the infectious grooves of Chicago house to the raw energy of hip-hop\, her sets are a testament to her diverse musical upbringing. \n\n\n\nBadsista’s deep connection to baile funk adds an extra layer of excitement to the night. Explore the nuances of this dynamic genre as she takes you on a tour of its evolution and significance across Brazil. \n\n\n\nFrom 11pm to 4am\, lose yourself in the sounds of Badsista as she transports you to the vibrant streets of São Paulo and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the infectious energy of one of Brazil’s most exciting DJs! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/me-gusta-collective-presents-badsista/ LOCATION:Soup\, 31-33 Spear Street\, Manchester\, M1 1DF\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:DJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/bads.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240721T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240721T180000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240711T085702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T191055Z UID:33282-1721570400-1721584800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Workinonit / The Hip Hop Chip Shop DESCRIPTION:Sunday JULY 21st… \n\n\n\nFeels like it’s been a long gap between events\, but we’re back this month with an extra tasty line up for all you dirty little beat heads that wash your hair in bass bins! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe infamous @evabee.mcr will be joining @pier_zar for a live beats and PA set of epic proportion! \n\n\n\nWe also have UK heavy hitter @andyzoutr rolling through to bless us with some of his insanely dope beats. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWORKINONIT residents @scytale__@silkfinger & @lone_apostrophe will be on deck to provide you with that perfect Sunday afternoon soundtrack of buttery instrumentals straight from their SP404’S. \n\n\n\nBring your neck braces! It’s going to be a neck snapping afternoon ? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/workinonit-the-hip-hop-chip-shop/ LOCATION:The Hip Hop Chip Shop\, 44 Blossom St\, Manchester\, M4 6BF\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:daytime,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Snapinsta.app_449848254_1012362660424718_1397344645623884932_n_1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240724T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240724T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240711T104539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T104540Z UID:33344-1721851200-1721851200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:RAMONA RADIO RAVE with JOEY T DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/ramona-radio-rave-with-joey-t/ LOCATION:Ramona\, 40 Swan Street\, Manchester\, M4 5JG CATEGORIES:DJ Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240726T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240726T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240711T105608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T191039Z UID:33348-1722020400-1722020400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Black Uhuru + Ayodi DESCRIPTION:Leading ambassadors of reggae\, Black Uhuru return to the stage with a new lineup\, featuring founder and leader Derrick ‘Duckie’ Simpson\, alongside Andrew Bees and Elsa Green. Now with 14 full length albums\, 7 instrumental dub albums\, and 4 live albums they have the highest record sales in reggae music after Bob Marley. Their album ‘Red’ was voted #23 for Rolling Stone’s list of “100 Greatest Albums of the 1980′s. Since winning the first ever reggae grammy\, they have gone on to receive a further 5 nominations. \n\n\n\nOriginating from Kingston Jamaica’s Waterhouse district in the early 60’s Duckie Simpson learnt to sing with the likes of Winston “Pipe” Matthews and Lloyd “Bread” McDonald of Wailing Souls and Bob Marley. He recorded four tracks with Wailing Souls before forming his own group. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/black-uhuru-ayodi/ LOCATION:Band On The Wall\, 27 Swan St\, Manchester\, M4 5JZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Live Gig,REGGAE GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/IMG_3396.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240726T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240726T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240712T190213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T191045Z UID:33382-1722020400-1722020400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Jamie Finlay album launch + Kemani Anderson / Deaf Institute DESCRIPTION:Jamie Finlay returns with his debut LP\, “Sun Dogs\,” recorded between 2021 and 2023\, featuring collaborations with various talented musicians. Jamie is set to perform live with a 7-piece band\, including many album collaborators\, at the Deaf Institute for the album’s release party. \n\n\n\nJamie Finlay\, an award-winning songwriter\, multi-instrumentalist\, and producer based in Manchester\, has a rich history of fusing genres such as soul\, jazz\, broken beat\, funk\, spoken-word\, deep house\, and hip hop in his early releases. His music has received critical acclaim\, sold-out shows at London’s Jazz Café\, and support from renowned artists and DJs like Gilles Peterson and Mr. Scruff. \n\n\n\nSupport will come from Kemani Anderson in a rare solo outing. Kemani is a 23 year old singer from Manchester. Co-founder\, lead vocalist and songwriter of the band Secret Night Gang. He is influenced by an array of genres including jazz\, funk\, soul\, R&B\, hip hop and gospel\, and by artists such as Donny Hathaway\, Al Jarreau\, Chaka Khan\, Bilal and Prince. \n\n\n\nBUY SUN DOGS ON BANDCAMP \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/jamie-finlay-album-launch-kemani-anderson-deaf-institute/ LOCATION:The Deaf Institute\, 135 Grosvenor St\, Manchester\, M1 7HE CATEGORIES:JAZZ GIGS,Live Gig,SOUL GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/jf-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240720T105442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240720T105829Z UID:33500-1722096000-1722117600@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Adidas Skateboarding – Opening Skate Jam / Aviva Studios DESCRIPTION:Join adidas and their Skate Team to celebrate the opening of Build Manchester \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuild Manchester kicks off with free skate demos\, live DJs and MCs\, and a chance to get involved. Bring your board to try out the custom-built skate plaza or come down just to watch the action. \n\n\n\nSkateboarders include Blondey McCoy\, Gabriel Summers\, Dan Fisher\, Jarrad Carlin\, Tom Snape\, Nikolai Piombo\, Vitoria Mendonca and Sam Narvaez. \n\n\n\nPartnering with Manchester’s most influential skate communities\, Build Manchester is a celebration of skate culture both on and off-board. Over two weeks\, expect open-to-all skate contests\, product launches\, exhibitions\, screen-print workshops as well as the chance to see adidas’ global team riders skate the plaza. \n\n\n\nEntry is on a first come first served basis\, so get down early to secure a spot! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/adidas-skateboarding-opening-skate-jam/ LOCATION:Aviva Studios\, The Warehouse\, Aviva Studios\, Water Street\, Manchester\, M3 4JQ CATEGORIES:Daytime Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/as.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240728T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240728T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240523T171839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T191032Z UID:32956-1722193200-1722193200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Tank and The Bangas DESCRIPTION:Tank and The Bangas are one of the most thrilling\, unpredictable and sonically diverse bands on the planet; a unit where jazz meets hip hop\, soul meets rock\, and funk is the beating heart of everything they do. \n\n\n\nTheir newfound critical acclaim and global notoriety\, following their NPR’s Tiny Desk\, has resulted in collaborations with the likes of Robert Glasper\, Jacob Collier\, Kimbra\, Moonchild\, Big Freedia\, Jack Splash\, Mark Batson and more. \n\n\n\nThe 3x Grammy-nominated band revolves around vocalist and songwriter Tarriona “Tank” Ball who commands every performance with her powerful voice and magnetic stage presence. \n\n\n\nTheir mixture of genres is unlike anything else in the ether right now\, but elements are close enough to Beyoncé\, Frank Ocean\, Flying Lotus and Kendrick Lamar. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/tank-and-the-bangas/ LOCATION:The Blues Kitchen\, 13 Quay St\, Manchester\, M3 3HN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:JAZZ GIGS,Live Gig,SOUL GIGS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240804T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240804T210000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240711T080732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T191024Z UID:33276-1722794400-1722805200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Phat Kat & Blacksmith & Air Adam & Workinonit DESCRIPTION:Phat Kat is a Detroit hip-hop pioneer\, in the mid 90s he formed the group 1st Down with the late\, great J Dilla (Jay Dee)\, although the group didn’t last long with 2 releases under their belt\, ‘No Place To Go – 12″ single (1993)’ & A Day Wit’ The Homies EP – 12″ single (1995)\, they continued a tight knit working relationship\, collaborating on the 1999 ‘Dedication To The Suckers’ EP released on House Shows Recordings\, which was completed from scratch in 3 hours flat. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs well as solo releases The Undeniable LP(2003) & Carte Blanche(2007) and the S.O.S Project (2017) with Berlin’s DJ Dister\, Phat Kat has worked with Slum Village\, Black Milk\, Guilty Simpson\, Elzhi and some of my personal favourite tracks with Dabrye and Suff Daddy. The last time I saw him in Manchester was hosting the J Dilla Changed My Life tour in 2013 presented by The Doctors Orders raising money for the J Dilla Foundation & Lupus UK. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe welcome him to The Hip Hop Chip Shop in Manchester alongside Bristol based producer\, MC\, DJ & Host\, Blacksmith who has supported the likes of Lupe Fiasco\, Common and Jurassic 5 as well as releasing music with Skinnyman & Statik Selektah. \n\n\n\nAir Adam is not stranger to the chippy and a longtime contributor to the Manchester scene\, including being co-founder of and DJ at the “Family Gathering” nights as well as the original “Neighbourhood” Hip-Hop and reggae shows\, the producer of a series of mixtapes\, and releasing the Air Adam Podcast monthly since June 2009 – he’ll be taking us on drive through Detroit with a Motor City tribute DJ Set. \n\n\n\nWORKINONIT launched their beat maker social collective at The Hip Hop Chip Shop over 2 years ago providing an invaluable community platform for artists from the UK and abroad to network and showcase their music. They’ll be bringing some of their finest residents to provide some Detroit inspired heavy hitting beats.  \n\n\n\nPlease get down early to support all the artists – we’ll be starting at 6pm sharp! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/phat-kat-blacksmith-air-adam-workinonit/ LOCATION:The Hip Hop Chip Shop\, 44 Blossom St\, Manchester\, M4 6BF\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Snapinsta.app_449869173_852620053439783_2590287240386301763_n_1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240810T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240811T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240723T183242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T183245Z UID:33568-1723291200-1723406400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Bloc2Bloc @ Manchester Carnival / Alexandra Park DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/bloc2bloc-manchester-carnival-alexandra-park/ CATEGORIES:Daytime Event,Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Snapinsta.app_452656862_7093284290774081_83292135546373565_n_1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240815T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240815T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240714T133206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T191019Z UID:33416-1723748400-1723748400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Onyx / Mint Lounge DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an electrifying night as ONYX takes the stage in Manchester! Join us on Thu Aug 15 2024 at 19:00 for a mind-blowing live performance at Mint Lounge. Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience filled with pulsating beats\, infectious energy\, and incredible talent. \n\n\n\nPrepare to be mesmerized as ONYX\, the legendary music group\, unleashes their signature blend of hip-hop\, rap\, and rock. With their chart-topping hits and explosive stage presence\, they are guaranteed to keep you on your feet all night long. \n\n\n\nLocated at the heart of Manchester\, Mint Lounge provides the perfect venue for this exhilarating event. The state-of-the-art sound system and vibrant atmosphere will enhance your enjoyment\, ensuring an immersive experience like no other. \n\n\n\n£45.73 GENERAL ADMISSION £55.73 MEET AND GREET ONLY\, GEN ADM ALSO REQ’D \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/onyx-mint-lounge/ LOCATION:Mint Lounge\, 46-50 Oldham Street\, Manchester CATEGORIES:Featured Events,HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Snapinsta.app_451088535_8117420185017188_814041639531080856_n_1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240815T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240815T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240721T191719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T111339Z UID:33525-1723748400-1723748400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Marcos Valle / Blues Kitchen DESCRIPTION:An early listen to material from his new album T​ú​nel Acustico\, read more here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/marcos-valle-blues-kitchen/ LOCATION:The Blues Kitchen\, 13 Quay St\, Manchester\, M3 3HN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:JAZZ GIGS,SOUL GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/marcos-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240816T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240816T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240721T192412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T192414Z UID:33533-1723836600-1723836600@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:RUFF TRADE / Manchester Academy DESCRIPTION:RUFF TRADE are an explosion of Roots\, Rock\, Reggae born in 2016 on the streets of Manchester\, UK. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFronted by Mancunian brothers Ryan & Chris RUFF TRADE quickly gained local popularity and they soon hit the studio recording their debut E.P Urban Jungle in 2017\, which was mastered at Abbey Road Studios\, London. \n\n\n\nSince 2017 RUFF TRADE have gigged extensively across the UK performing at many live music venues & festivals hitting the main stages at renown reggae venues including Hootananny Brixton\, One Love Festival\, Beat-Herder\, Party In The Pines & Positive Vibration to name a few.  \n\n\n\nRUFF TRADE have also backed legendary reggae artists such as Prince Hammer\, Dennis Bovell & Keith Poppin among others on festivals and mini tours across the UK all of whom have praised the band highly and recognise RUFF TRADE as an exciting fresh emerging British Reggae talent.  \n\n\n\nOn May 1st 2022 RUFF TRADE were scouted by Terence F Clark\, drummer for international country artist Keith Urban\, explaining to Urban that RUFF TRADE are quote “The Real Deal”. Keith Urban came to MCR city centre to watch the band busk and invited RUFF TRADE to perform during his set on the Manchester leg of his sell out tour “The Speed Of Now Tour 2022”.  \n\n\n\nTwo days later saw RUFF TRADE perform to a sell out Manchester O2 Apollo audience playing 2 tracks\, finishing off with a cover of UB40 classic “Red Red Wine” which Keith Urban joined the band on backing vocals. \n\n\n\nOctober 2022 welcomed the highly anticipated release of RUFF TRADE’s debut album “Mancunian Way”. Tracks from the album have been picked up by BBC Radio 1\, BBCRadio Manchester and other stations across the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/ruff-trade-manchester-academy/ LOCATION:Manchester Academy\, University Of Manchester Students' Union\, Oxford Road\, Manchester\, M13 9PR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:REGGAE GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/rt.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240820T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240820T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240729T232702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T233032Z UID:33675-1724182200-1724182200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Mega Ran / Castle Hotel DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/mega-ran-castle-hotel/ LOCATION:Castle Hotel\, 66 Oldham Street\, Manchester\, M4 1LE CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/mr.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240821T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240821T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240725T114929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T121711Z UID:33586-1724266800-1724266800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Songs Of Resistance / Band On The Wall DESCRIPTION:Songs of Resistance is a not-for-profit event raising money for Restless Beings and featuring an array of Manchester based musicians and spoken word artists. \n\n\n\nThe event is in collaboration with MCR4Pal\, Band On The Wall and The Untold Orchestra\, celebrating protest music throughout history\, with some original music from featured artists performed too. \n\n\n\nHosted by Jenna G with a DJ set from Samrai B2B Chande\, tickets start from £5 and offer two tiers. Get your tickets now for an evening of fundraising and music and story-telling from the likes of Yemi Bolatiwa\, J. Chambers\, Cookie Love and more. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/songs-of-resistance-band-on-the-wall/ LOCATION:Band On The Wall\, 27 Swan St\, Manchester\, M4 5JZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Live Gig,SOUL GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Square-Instagram-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240825T220000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240826T030000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240818T191846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240818T191848Z UID:33711-1724623200-1724641200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Roni Size + Chimpo / The Blues Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/roni-size-chimpo-the-blues-kitchen/ LOCATION:The Blues Kitchen\, 13 Quay St\, Manchester\, M3 3HN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:DJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/roni-size-chimpo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240827T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240827T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240721T192707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T192709Z UID:33536-1724787000-1724787000@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Killer Mike / Academy DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/killer-mike-academy/ LOCATION:Club Academy CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/km.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240904T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240904T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240707T131059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T191013Z UID:33132-1725476400-1725476400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Smif-N-Wessun / Blues Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/smif-n-wessun-blues-kitchen/ LOCATION:The Blues Kitchen\, 13 Quay St\, Manchester\, M3 3HN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/240215_TSE_SnW_Tour_SQ-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240906T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240906T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240721T183427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T183428Z UID:33515-1725649200-1725649200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Goldie Lookin Chain / Gorilla DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/goldie-lookin-chain-gorilla/ LOCATION:Gorilla\, 54-56 Whitworth St W\, Manchester\, M1 5WW CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/glc-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240410T224547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T190959Z UID:32918-1726340400-1726351200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:The Alchemist + Konny Kon DESCRIPTION:Upgraded from Band On The Wall to Manchester Academy to accommodate a bigger crowd. DJ support will come from Konny Kon of Children Of Zeus. Tickets remain at the same price + bf. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/the-alchemist-band-on-the-wall/ CATEGORIES:DJ Event,HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_0262.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240917T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240917T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240719T120538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T190954Z UID:33492-1726601400-1726601400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Amie Blu / Deaf Institute DESCRIPTION:Amie Blu is a hotly-tipped 20 year-old singer\, songwriter and musician of French heritage based in South East London whoblends R&B\, Soul and Pop influences to create a sound that transcends both genres and eras. \n\n\n\nAmie Blu has just released her much-anticipated debut mixtape\, “how we lose”\, which is available now on 0207 Def Jam. \n\n\n\nSTREAM AND BUY HERE \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/amie-blu-deaf-institute/ LOCATION:The Deaf Institute\, 135 Grosvenor St\, Manchester\, M1 7HE CATEGORIES:Live Gig,SOUL GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/amie-blu-deaf.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240701T222259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T190949Z UID:33074-1726686000-1726686000@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Earl Sweatshirt DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/earl-sweatshirt/ LOCATION:O2 Ritz\, Whitworth St West\, Manchester\, M1 5NQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240927T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240927T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240818T233141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240818T233305Z UID:33739-1727465400-1727465400@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:IAMDDB / Manchester Academy DESCRIPTION:Boost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/iamddb-manchester-academy/ LOCATION:Manchester Academy\, University Of Manchester Students' Union\, Oxford Road\, Manchester\, M13 9PR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:HIP HOP GIGS,SOUL GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Snapinsta.app_454215078_2167900780257131_4571837168701322145_n_1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240927T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240927T210000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240721T192009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T192011Z UID:33530-1727470800-1727470800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Mungo's Hi Fi & Friends / Ritz DESCRIPTION:Mungo’s Hifi & Friends are back\, better than ever and with an exceptional line up of vocalists\, including Aziza Jaye\, Catching Cairo\, Charlie P\, Dawn Penn\, Gardna\, Killa P\, Marina P\, Solo Banton & Warrior Queen and more. Expect full-on energy\, crazy dubplates\, and all the classics with a sting in the tail. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/mungos-hi-fi-friends-ritz/ LOCATION:O2 Ritz\, Whitworth St West\, Manchester\, M1 5NQ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/mungos.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241002T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241002T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240709T235622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T190942Z UID:33172-1727895600-1727895600@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Jaubi & Tara Lily DESCRIPTION:Read about new single Forgive Me here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStep into a world of transcendental musical fusion with Jaubi and Tara Lily \n\n\n\nPoster by Taxi Cab Industries who also did the South Asians Against Apartheid badges. \n\n\n\nHailing from Lahore\, Pakistan\, Jaubi are an instrumental outfit who defy genre boundaries with their fluid and dynamic sound. The band – made up of Ali Riaz Baqar (guitar and composer)\, Zohaib Hassan Khan (sarangi) and Kashif Ali Dhani (tablas and percussion) – embody the spirit of “whatever/whoever” crafting sounds that resonate deeply and universally. \n\n\n\nJaubi perform alongside Tara Lily\, a South-London\, British Bengali musician whose eclectic style stitches together R&B\, jazz\, electronic\, and traditional sounds – creating something entirely her own . The rising star – who doubles as a classically trained jazz musician – has expanded on her sound recently\, working with collaborators like Theo Croker and King Krule. \n\n\n\nJaubi unveil their highly anticipated sophomore album A Sound Heart in summer 2024 via their own imprint\, Riaz Records. Inspired by a verse from the Holy Qur’an (26:89)\, A Sound Heart explores the concept of a spiritually healthy and content heart\, rooted in love and sincerity. \n\n\n\nJoin Jaubi on their incredible musical journey\, where meditative ragas blend seamlessly with Herbie Hancock-esque motifs\, contemporary melodies intertwine with the intricate sounds of the sarangi\, and the earthy rhythms of the tabla create a rich tapestry of sound. \n\n\n\nThis performance\, presented in collaboration with Dialled In\, celebrates the depths of South Asian artistry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/jaubi-tara-lily-aviva-studios/ LOCATION:Aviva Studios\, The Warehouse\, Aviva Studios\, Water Street\, Manchester\, M3 4JQ CATEGORIES:JAZZ GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Snapinsta.app_448463438_18006895778607350_805274966521763681_n_1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241004T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T040000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240908T214918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T214930Z UID:33778-1728068400-1728100800@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:WHP: Loyle Carner\, Yasiin Bey\, Children of Zeus\, Benji B DESCRIPTION:I’m overjoyed to be joining this huge Manchester line up on October 4th. My set is due to finish just as Yasiin takes the stage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/whp-loyle-carner-yasiin-bey-children-of-zeus-benji-b/ LOCATION:Depot Mayfield\, 11 Baring St\, Manchester\, M1 2PY\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club Night,DJ Event,HIP HOP GIGS,Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/loyle.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241006T040000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240707T131542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240707T131544Z UID:33136-1728154800-1728187200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Boiler Room Manchester DESCRIPTION:Depot:Peggy Goub2b Job JobseDJ HEARTSTRINGDJ Gigolasim0neSam Girling \n\n\n\nConcourse:Jeff MillsChlärIMOGENKerrieYant \n\n\n\nArchive:Call SuperPeachSpraySugar FreeAletha \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/boiler-room-manchester/ LOCATION:Depot Mayfield\, 11 Baring St\, Manchester\, M1 2PY\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club Night,DJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/mcr-br.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241007T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241007T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240718T101153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T190935Z UID:33466-1728327600-1728327600@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Kessoncoda / YES DESCRIPTION:West London’s Kessoncoda are the duo of drummer Tom Sunney and keyboardist Filip Sowa. Standing firm between acoustic tradition and electronica\, they are founded on a unique blend of melodic ostinato-laced piano and unwavering drums. Drawing on their array of musical interests\, Filip and Tom take influence from rock\, electronica\, ambient\, breakbeat and soundtracks for film and artists such as Squarepusher\, Radiohead and Clark all hot-housed in their unique studio set-up\, a shed at the bottom of Tom’s garden. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLike former and present Gondwana Records label mates such as GoGo Penguin and Portico Quartet there’s something strongly cinematic about Kessoncoda’s music\, like a narrative arc which unfolds through different themes and moods\, with an ebb-and-flow of intensity\, as breath-taking swells of melody burst into being\, eventually to resolve in a wondrous climax. \n\n\n\nTheir debut album ‘Outerstate’ is out now. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/kessoncoda-yes/ LOCATION:YES\, 38 Charles Street\, Manchester\, M1 7DB CATEGORIES:JAZZ GIGS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/KESS-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241014T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241014T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T195032 CREATED:20240723T182736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T182738Z UID:33565-1728934200-1728934200@groovement.co.uk SUMMARY:Machinedrum / Yes DESCRIPTION:In support of his new album\, 3FOR82. Stream and save here. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nhttps://machinedrum.net/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost the signal:\n Click to share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp URL:https://groovement.co.uk/listing/machinedrum-yes/ LOCATION:YES\, 38 Charles Street\, Manchester\, M1 7DB CATEGORIES:Live Gig ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groovement.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Snapinsta.app_452633622_18447518821020627_2314225557701231567_n_1080.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR