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A Carnival and personal story told by Allyson Williams (MBE) from one of the first ever carnival Mas Bands, GENESIS.
original article @ https://www.tiktok.com/@eveningstandard
Midway through the 2010s ... A new sound was developing and it wasn’t just the jazz heads who were paying attention. Musicians used to gigging in small clubs were being played on BBC Radio and SXSW joined in, hosting its first showcase dedicated to British jazz artists.
Steven Howlett, aka Froggy (RIP) showed the UK how powerful a tool mixing could be. He owned the first pair of Technics 1200s in the UK and built himself a monster sound system, inspired by Jah Tubby. Froggy became one of the most influential spinners in the so-called Soul Mafia.
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Carnival Soundsystems is at the forefront in spearheading Notting Hill Carnival sound systems involvement in ongoing Grenfell campaigns, fighting for justice for the deceased and their families.
'KEEPING AWARENESS ALIVE'
visit Grefellunited.org.uk to support the campaign.
Watch the video below as Akala demands change
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The history of Sound Systems and their significance to Notting Hill Carnival.
Sound Systems are customised super-amplified mobile systems which are used at the heart of street parties, and have been an integral part of Notting Hill Carnival since 1973. Operated by a talented team of MCs and DJs, they bring the party wherever they go!
London's best kept secret...
Listen to Notting Hill Carnival's flagship sound system
Receiving chart-topping successes on mixcloud.com
STREAMING LIVE EVERY TUESDAY AND FRIDAY
10pm till late (UK time)
Links:
@ www.mixcloud.com/live/jnllqb
twitch.tv/rapattacksoundsystem
100% vinyl. No CDs, USBs, MP3s or Digital media.
Countdown to Notting Hill Carnival 2024
The new sound system quarterly magazine from carnivalsounds.com
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DJ David Rodigan MBE
"We all are a tragedy away from needing help from a stranger. Be that kindness".
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...delighted to guard the heritage of Notting Hill Carnival... taking it forwards into a new era of cultural significance.
Keep watching this space for a chance to see your Carnival sound DJs live in Action. The November Livestream featured the Different Strokes Soundsystem performing a live set from a South London venue.
Details of forthcoming live dj streams from guest carnival sound systems-
Coming soon...
Back in 2000, a committee was agreed in order to manage and effectively represent Carnival sound systems at the organisational level.
The new sound system quarterly magazine from carnivalsounds.com
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