Converse are hosting a series of raves, screenings, talks and exhibitions in Peckham, which celebrate underground music that has symbolised London over the past 30 years. From the early pioneers of Jungle to the current UK Bass artists pushing the scene forward, Journey Through LDN Sounds covers the music genres that define generations.
Taking place June 28th, Journey Through LDN Sounds 001 will unite legends from the early Jungle, Drum & Bass and Garage scenes. Fabio & Grooverider join Critical Music head honcho Kasra to play alongside Foundation (Sticky & Scott Garcia), whilst the one and only Zed Bias will play back to his roots for one night only.
12th / 13th July welcomes 002 shifting the focus to UK Bass Music with a showcase of some of the finest UK talent including T.Williams and Hatcha & N-Type. The series concludes with 003, taking a look at the ‘Future Sounds’ of London firstly on 26th July with a music industry panel talk on ‘Nurturing Creativity’ before concluding on 31st July as part of the CONS Project London closing party featuring live art and music from local boy Deadboy and more names to be announced.
Journey Through LDN Sounds 001: Brandy and Coke Screening
A private screening of the documentary, ‘Brandy and Coke’, exploring the golden days of UKG. Followed by a live Q&A with the director, Ewen Spencer and head of Vision at Dazed, Ravi Amaratunga. After party withMatt Jam Lamont and MC Creed.
Journey Through LDN Sounds 001 Seminar: Sunday Sessions To Chart Success
‘Sunday Sessions To Chart Success’ is an exploration of London’s enduring underground: the impact of the 90s club scene, music life cycles and the relevance to today’s youth culture. Hosted by Mim Shake (Reprezent FM)and featuring guest speakers Stamina MC, DJ Krust, Scott Garcia andKasra.
Journey Through LDN Sounds 001 Party: The Pioneers
Join us as we unite legends from the early Jungle, Drum & Bass and Garage scenes. Fabio & Grooverider join Critical Music head honcho Kasra to play alongside Foundation (Sticky & Scott Garcia), whilst the one and only Zed Bias will play back to his roots for one night only.
Journey Through LDN Sounds 002 Seminar: Birth of a Cultural Movement
What are the vital signs of new sounds? How do they grow? A panel discussion featuring some of Grime & Bass Culture’s most influential commentators. Hosted by James Hutchins aka Hutch (i-D Magazine), with guest speakers
Journey Through Sound 002 Party: Bass Culture
A club night showcasing the finest UK Bass music talent pushing forward the current sound of London – Hatcha & N-Type, Elijah & Skilliam with D Double E and T. Williams.
Journey Through Sound 003 Seminar: Nurturing Creativity
Some of London’s leading figures in the music industry discuss how to identify and create opportunities to get ahead in the game. Hosted by James Hutchins aka Hutch (i-D Magazine) and featuring speakers Tom Armstrong (Sabotage Times), Jimmy Asquith (Corsica Studios, Kristina Records),Dave Gamble (Fabric) & Jimmy Posters (ex-Pulse Editor, Huxley’s Saints & Sonnets label manager).
Journey Through Sound 003 Party: Future Sounds of LDN/Celebration party
Electronic music is at one of the most exciting & inspired times its ever been. In our last party down at the space, CONS Project LDN will bring together some of today’s brightest talent taking us into the future, exploring house, techno and UK bass, Full Line up TBA.
Apply for free tickets via conversecons.com/ldn
