Bristol Dub Club Soundsystem Extravaganza! Raising AWARENESS for the Justice for Marlon Thomas Campaign

Bristol Dub Club – All Day & Night & Night family friendly session!

A family friendly all day & night party held at Lost Horizon on Saturday 13th July. The event starts at 14:00 and finishes at 03:00 with last entry at 02:00. The event has been tagged in the dubreggaeroots reggae and rock steady categories.

After an incredible sell out event at Lost Horizon in January when Roots Injection met 1Relation, Bristol Dub Club is back with a 13 hour dub reggae soundsystem extravaganza in support of the ‘Justice For Marlon Thomas Campaign’ featuring 2 of Bristol’s finest sound systems as well as some brilliant guest artists from near and far.

Bristol’s veteran thunderweight sound Jah Lokko Sound System will be playing throughout the day out in the yard while 1Relation Sound System (next generation) will be stringing up in the hall to takeover at 10pm and carry it on through the night!
There’s gonna be some killer local singers & MC’s bouncing off each other and bringing the vibes across both segments of this dance, a contrast between the deep soulful, silky & sweet tones of Rudey Lee & Sista Ina and the more militant mic chanting style of stalwarts Victor & Snoopy. plus there’ll be guest selection from Anonymous Dub Sound as well as special guests Mighty Oak coming all the way down from Scotland to play a unique set for the people!For this edition of Bristol Dub Club we are also supporting an important cause by trying to raise awareness and donating any profits made to the Justice For Marlon Thomas Campaign.
For those who don’t know, Marlon Thomas, along with other young black people, were the victims of a brutal racist attack by thugs working at a fairground stationed on the Durdham Downs in Bristol in 1994.
The perpetrators of this heartless & racially aggravated assault set upon Marlon and others with baseball bats, hammers, pieces of wood, and whatever else they could get their hands on whilst shouting racial slurs.
Marlon was left fighting for his life with severe head injuries, and, although he survived after spending many weeks in hospital, he has been left with minimal quality of life ever since the attack, with his family bearing the weight of a lifetime of caring for him whilst also facing the never ending reminder of their loss & the injustice that took place that day.
Meanwhile the aggressors received lenient sentences and were eventually able to continue with their lives.
Rudey Lee who will be singing at this event is also Marlon’s brother and one of his primary carers, He is an excellent reggae artist in his own right having performed and recorded many tracks over the years, including projects with Dubkasm.We want to reflect on this racial injustice that took place in our city and show some love and solidarity to Marlon Thomas who had his potential so cruelly snatched away, as well as to Rudey Lee and the whole family who have had to live with this painful injustice for so many years.
To let them know that Bristol still cares and they are not alone while they continue to face the struggles and financial uncertainties whilst caring for Marlon.This one is for Marlon Thomas and his family,

This is going to be a memorable one people so come support the ting & enjoy yourself!

There will be food as well. ️

Unity in the community! ❤️

 
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Bristol artists come together to release ‘We Rise’

Inspired by the 60th anniversary of the Bristol Bus Boycott, artists from Bristol have come together to release ‘We Rise’ – a powerful track that aims to inspire a future built on the principles championed by those who took part in the original Bristol Bus Boycott in 1963.

The Boycott was a landmark protest against the Bristol Omnibus Company’s refusal to employ Black or Asian bus crews, leading to a significant victory in the UK civil rights movement and changing attitudes towards discrimination. The new track We Rise channels the resilience and hope of the civil rights trailblazers who transformed the nation, and is set to launch ahead of Windrush Day at Bristol Beacon as part of Windrush To Bristol, a programme celebrating the rich cultural legacy of the Windrush generation in Bristol.

Commissioned by Bristol Beacon and Curiosity UnLtd, the project was delivered by Aspiration Creation Elevation CIC (ACE), based at Docklands Community Centre in St Pauls – the heart of the Bus Boycott movement. ACE brought together talented young artists Elarbe, Dreamz, Jayemm, and Cstar to collaborate with seasoned music mentors Andre Currie, Javeon, Tanya Lacey, and Liam Callaway. The result is an empowering track that reflects on past struggles whilst rejoicing in the progress made.

As part of the track’s creation, the artists involved in the ‘We Rise’ track visited Parliament alongside individuals that took part in the original boycott, attending a reception hosted by Bristol West MP and Shadow Culture Secretary Thangam Debbonaire. This visit highlighted the historical significance of the boycott, which paved the way for the Race Relations Act of 1965

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Windrush To Bristol: events programme to honour ongoing legacy as well as  Bristol Bus Boycott Pioneers at Bristol Beacon

Bristol Beacon to host an event series commemorating the extraordinary stories and contributions of individuals from the Windrush generation this June

Honouring the history of the Windrush generation, Bristol Beacon is hosting a programme of performance, exhibitions and events from Wednesday 19 – Saturday 22 June 2024 to continue the legacy in Bristol today. Across the three days in the run up to Windrush Day on Saturday 22 June, Windrush To Bristol will showcase the incredible impact of Black Caribbean people on Bristol, the UK and the world.

Through the event series, Windrush To Bristol invites us to champion a more equitable city for people of all colours, cultures and class. Bristol can expect to discover the history of Windrush, dive into the music of Black Caribbean artists of Bristol and beyond, and be inspired by a more equitable vision for the future.

Windrush The Journey, a concert and exhibition by Pegasus Opera Company, will take place across each of the three days in Bristol Beacon’s Lantern Hall.  For more than 30 years, Pegasus Opera Company has fearlessly paved the way for diverse talent in opera, and through Windrush The Journey, they will showcase a rich tapestry of music and storytelling whilst celebrating Black classical composers of the past, present and future.

Bringing the music of Chevalier de Saint Georges, Richard Thompson and Des Oliver to the fore, with words for the opera by Bristolian Edson Burton, the performance will honour the legacy of the Windrush generation with an outstanding fusion of classical music, jazz and blues. A fascinating, immersive exhibition showcasing the work of Black British composers, photographs and local Windrush testimony, will be showcased throughout the week.

Another brand new exhibition will collate Bristol people’s reflections and ideas around race, representation and resilience, with a vision to forge them into a manifesto to achieve racial equality for the city. From Thursday 20 June Race Cards: A Blueprint 4 Change will be on display, curated in partnership with CuriosityUnLtd, and inspired by the activism of the Bristol Bus Boycott and inspirational vision of Martin Luther King’s Dream.

CuriosityUnLld launched #Race4Power in January 2023 at the people’s plinth. Touring Bristol with a giant card of MartinLuther King, this grassroots research project sought people’s answers to questions around race, representation and resilience. The exhibition, curated by Julz Davis, will display 500+ responses and is designed to spark a set of challenging conversations to inform the co-creation of a new grassroots-led manifesto on racial equality for the city. A new music track and anthem for change, ‘We Rise’, created by four young Bristol music artists will sit at the heart of the exhibition.

 

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JOB VACANCY

UJIMA RADIO BRISTOL

Director of Operations

Tuesday 4th June 2024

Ujima Radio CIC is Bristol’s leading Black Media and Arts Award-Winning organisation, delivering a diverse program of activities. Our mission is to build appropriate responses to issues affecting Afrikan Heritage Communities by Informing, Representing, Educating, Entertaining, Communicating and Celebrating the Culture, Heritage and Diversity of Black Communities. This is accomplished through partnerships with various groups and organisations. Ujima is an Ofcom licensed radio station broadcasting culturally relevant news, discussions, music and online services, locally, nationally and internationally.

We are now seeking an individual with experience in the following areas: Radio and Broadcasting, Strategic Leadership and Community Engagement.

Key responsibilities:
• Strategic Leadership
• Team Management
• Accountability to a Board of Directors, including attendance at their meetings
• Income Generation and Financial Development
• Community Engagement

This is a one-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension contingent on future funding.
• Salary: £32k – £35k per annum
• Full Time: 35 hours per week (Hybrid working)
• Location: The Station, Silver Street, Bristol, BS1 2AG

If you are interested in this role, please email your CV to ceo@ujimaradio.com.
• Closing date: Monday, 24th June 2024 – 10am
• Interviews: Week commencing Monday, 8th July 2024

Ujima Radio C.I.C. Board Directors

Ujima Radio Director of Operations Vacancy 04062024

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Ujima Radio Powerplays May 2024!

Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the Ujima Powerplays May 2024!

Are you an artist based in the West Country including Wales?  Would you like to have your music selected to play on Ujima Radio?

Every month Ujima Radio selects 10 of the very best tracks released in West Country & Wales which then get featured twice an hour across our Primetime Shows including The Rise Up Breakfast Show Mon-Friday 8-10am and The Cruising Show Mon-Friday 4-6pm and the Urban Grooves Playouts. Plus you can listen to all the 10 songs on the playlist below.

If you are an artist based in this area you could have your track featured on the Ujima Powerplays.  All you have to do is send your track on MP3 making sure the lyrics are clean and conscious, include a headshot of yourself, your social media tags and if you are successful we will let  you know.

Email: info@ujimaradio.com

Put in the Subject bar “Powerplays”.

Good luck and keep it on repeat to see if your track gets picked!

In no particular order, this month’s Powerplays are listed below:

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Code of the Streets Spring Bank Holiday party at Rumors Lounge & Bar

The wait is finally over, as we get ready to welcome the return for one of Bristol’s & the UK’s longest running nights. Code of Streets is back with its first event of 2024, in time for Early Spring Bank Holiday.

A formidable line up has been assembled for this occasion, which has been a trademark of Code of the Streets for over the last 18 years.

Join us Saturday 4th May @ the elegant Rumors Lounge & Bar 87 Regent, Kingswood Bristol BS15 8LJ. Doors open from 9pm until 3:30am.

Get ready for another momentous night with 100% entertainment from London’s finest Invasion Crew Feat. M.J & Toddler. Plus DJ Juicy from Gloucester, resident Ujima Radio presenters DJ Style & Sim Citi. Hosted by General D & Bandyt.

Tickets on sale now from Pride Hair Beauty Salon, 236 Stapleton Rd Easton BS5 0NT- Rumours Lounge & Bar & online from https://skiddle.com/e/38057947.

Remember Admission on the door will be much more, so get your tickets NOW.

YOU KNOW we got your musical needs covered on the night, from RnB, Dancehall, to Old School, Classics, Afrobeats & Hip Hop. Expect to be dancing from the moment you enter to the time you’re ready to leave.

This event is part of DIASPORA! – a new arts festival for Bristol and the South West, celebrating cultural diversity taking place from 3rd to the – 6th May.

For press media contact email djstyle@ujimaradio.com Tel: 07866417114

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Hip Hop @ 50 UK Tour

As Hip Hop continues through its 50th year, a ground-breaking celebration is set to kick off across cities, inviting enthusiasts of all ages to immerse themselves in the vibrant world of Hip Hop culture. This Sunday 21st April the tour stops off in Bristol!

@ The Trinity Centre, Trinity Rd, Old Market, Bristol BS2 0NW – Doors 1pm – 11pm.

Come and join a full day of fusion of art, music, dance, and dialogue. There will be panel discussion workshops, celebrating Hip Hop, contributions by former DMC World Champion Cutmaster Swift, DJ Lynx, Funky DL, Carasel, Kelz, DJ Style plus many more.

Rounding off the day with the official after party feat: Blak Twang, Relly, Mysdiggi, DJ 279 + guest.

Book tickets on Headfirst Bristol here:


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Ujima Radio Tribute to Ras Bandele Selassie

31.3.1950 – 25.3.2024

Ujima Radio pays tribute to an outstanding community stalwart, spiritual leader, counsellor, exemplary family man and role model of deep commitment to RasTafari livity.


Ras Bandele Selassie was born in Blackwood, Clarendon, Jamaica on 31 st March 1950. He came to the UK in 1964 aged 14 and settled in Trowbridge with his parents and siblings until
he moved to Bristol in 1978.
Ras Bandele and his Empress Sis Morowa have been in union for just shy of 50 years, they have been blessed with 12 children, 29 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren, all of which witnessed his impactful community work since his trod in the RasTafari movement from 1976.


To say Ras Bandele was deeply driven and unwavering in his faith and commitment to a life of service through Rastafari livity may be somewhat of an understatement. This is because the man affectionately known as Ras B had an open heart for all humanity regardless of race or faith and in this respect, provided counsel to many and rejected none. His wisdom and presence in the community was not just a gift to Bristolians as Ras Bandele had an international profile through his priestly duties at Fairfield House in Bath, the former
residence of His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie I. RasTafari Brethren and Sistren would come to Fairfield House from all parts of the UK on sacred RasTafari calendar days and Ras Bandele and the Trustees of Fairfield House would host members of the Ethiopian Royal family on many occasions.


Ras Bandele’s life of service includes providing faith spaces in Bristol since 1986, including his own home. During his affiliations with the 12 Tribes of Israel, the Nyahbinghi order and is own organisation Lion of Judah Prevail Unity, Ras B would minister at 77 Ashley Rd, St Nicholas Road and most recently at the RasTafari Cultural Centre 136 Grosvenor Rd, St Pauls, Bristol. Ras Bandele would lead the regular monthly, first Saturday Sabbatical Ises held at Fairfield House.
The upstairs of the RasTafari Cultural Centre (RCC) was initially gifted by existing tenants who ran the Marlon Thomas Campaign, eventually the RCC would occupy downstairs front of house which helped to transform the visibility and participation in the centre, up to this very day. After a very successful Save the Rastafari Cultural Centre Campaign as the premises was threatened with a sale on the open market, supporters of the RCC raised enough money to purchase the space in February 2024. We give thanks that Ras B was with
still with us to witness the fruits of his and other’s efforts.

Ras Bandele was a selfless man, a unifier, a wise man and inspiration to many of all ages, races and religions. This humble servant of the Most High will be missed by many but remembered by all. His legacy is in his family, his faith, his works and our memories of him –his humility, assertiveness, sense of humour and parable-like orations will continue to be quoted by many: ‘Watch and Pray’ which was also a signature wordsound Ras B would utter
as a radio presenter in former years.

Ujima Radio sends deepest condolences to his Queen, Sis Morowa and all the children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings and wider family. Ras Bandele will be laid to rest on Monday 22nd April at the Malcolm X Centre,141 City Rd Bristol, 10.30 am.

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Ujima Powerplays April 2024

Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for April Powerplays!

Support and follow them online, their socials at the end of the page.

This month’s Powerplays are listed below:

Are you an artist based in Bristol or the Southwest?  Would you like to have your music selected to play on Ujima Radio?

Every month Ujima Radio selects 10 of the very best tracks released in Bristol & Southwest which then get featured twice an hour across our Primetime Shows including The Rise Up Breakfast Show Mon-Friday   8-10 am and The Cruising Show Mon-Friday 4-6 pm and the Urban Grooves Playouts.

If you are an artist based in the Southwest you could have your track featured.  All you have to do is send your track on MP3 making sure the lyrics are clean and conscious, include a headshot of yourself, and your social media tags and if you are successful we will let you know.

Email:

ujimaoffice@gmail.com

Put in the Subject bar “Powerplays“.

Good luck and keep listening to hear if your track gets selected!

Artists Instagrams:

Xiomara @XIOMARA.MUSIQ

Danja @DONT_CHAT_WASS

Buggsy @BUGGSY1OFFICIAL

J20orJ20 @J20ORJ20

Millie Whitestone @MILLIE.WB

GUY @GUYNAVIAN_

Komposa @KOMPOSAONIT

Frilla @FRILLA_ME

K.A @K.A.OFFICALMUSIC

O.Love @OLOVEAFFAIR

Muna Moné @MUNAMONEOFFCIAL

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Ujima Radio Broadcasting Live from Glen’s Café in St Paul’s Learning Centre – Thursday 22nd February – 10am and 2pm

Ujima Radio is coming to you!

We’ll be broadcasting our specially extended final Let’s Talk About Blood and Organ Donation show live from Glen’s between 10am until 1pm. And we’ll be musically entertained by Faada Soljie for an hour between 1pm and 2pm.

Come and join Anndeloris Chacon from Bristol Black Carers, Miss Divine, Coord the Seeker and guests in conversation around the issues raised when discussing Blood and Organ transplants within our Black communities.

This Thursday 22nd February between 10am to 2pm come and join Ujima Radio Live in the community at Glen’s Café in St Paul’s Learning Centre or listen Live on 98FM, online, on DAB or listen to each episode displayed under the Show page for Let’s Talk About Blood and Organ Donation

See you there!


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