What is sound system culture? When did it start, and why? And are sound systems still relevant today?
Ujima Radio CIC and St. Paul’s Carnival present an exhibition celebrating sound system culture.
Sound systems were first started in Jamaica and provided information through entertainment. This was a way for people to socialise with music from big sound equipment. The generation of Jamaicans who arrived brought this culture to the UK and sound systems continue to be relevant today.
This exhibition highlights the history of the culture with testimonies from three of Bristols sounds Qualitex, Lord Lokko and City Rockers telling their story. Over the years sound systems have played a significant role in carnival celebrations and St. Paul’s Carnival started a Sound System Federation in 2021. This exhibition aims to shine a light on the culture and it’s significance.
Presented by Ujima Radio CIC, St. Paul’s Carnival and Bristol Beacon
Supported by Bristol Community Festival
Format: Standing
Age: All ages
Price: Free entry
Opening times
Fri 4 Apr
10:00 – 19:00
The venue
Bridgehouse
at Bristol Beacon
Our foyer space located within Bristol Beacon where we host events, performances and conferences.
Getting to the venue
Location: Bridgehouse is located within Bristol Beacon with entrances on Colston Street and Trenchard Street.
Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 50m away directly behind Bristol Beacon.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.
Bus
The city centre bus stop is 250m from Bristol Beacon where most bus services stop.
Access
Mobility
Bridgehouse has level access from street level with lifts to all levels. For unallocated seated performances, seats can easily be removed to accommodate wheelchairs.
Assistance Dogs
Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the venue.
Hearing Facility
There is an induction loop at the box office. You can use this by adjusting your hearing aid to the ‘T’ setting. There is no hearing loop facility for the foyer stage.
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
We’ve got plenty of places for you to relax and refill. From coffee and cake, to delicious sharing boards, to full menus.
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