Events

“Hot off the wheels from our crazy first birthday celebrations, we’re back at Bongo for another round!” say the Candy Flip crew.  “This time we’ll be delving deep into the history and evolution of one of the UK’s most recognisable sounds, one that’s been at the forefront of the rave and sound system scenes since it’s origin in the early 90’s… CandyFlip presents: New School vs Old School Jungle.  From wild, energetic breakbeat and sharp percussions to soulful and bliss reggae vocals, we’ll be exploring the unique elements and structures of Jungle and how it’s evolved through the years, whilst maintaining its staple sound. For this night we’ve invited along some of the city’s most well versed in Jungle music, so expect a true and in-depth journey through the timelines.”  LINE UP: Burdy JI_2001 Amhailt.xox Bengalist.  RA TICKETS

Don’t just STAND THERE!  DISCO MAKOSSA INVITES YOU TO [MOVE TO THE BEAT]  Residents selectors Astrojazz, Geez Wax and Just_arch will be spinning a wide selection of African inspired dance grooves from afrobeat, highlife, kwaito through funk and disco to house and tech for all dancers. Come through and let’s MOVE!!  RA TICKETS

“On Saturday 27th April, we are hugely excited to welcome dynamic duo Bonzai Bonner & Anna Gram to The Bongo Club as special guests, performing under their collaborative moniker, LEZZER QUEST,” say the CN x HM crew.  The Glasgow-based pair have been consistently making a name for themselves on the decks at the infamous ‘Shoot Your Shot’ LGBTQ+ parties. While they both bring unique flair, selections and mixing skill as individual artists, they become a serious force to be reckoned with when combined on a B2B. Get ready for Lezzer Quest!  RM 1: Anna Gram B2B Bonzai Bonner (LEZZER QUEST) Mairi ‘b’ Pots aka Mairi B (Mumbo Jumbo) b2b Hobbes RM 2: Dave Valdez  Neev  + more. FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE VIA RA

The Wide Days conference brings together the full spectrum of music professionals – from leading international industry figures, to emerging artists, fledgling companies and supporting organisations.  All conference sessions take place at Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh (54 George St, Edinburgh EH2 2LR) from 12.00-17.00 on Wednesday 1 May and 09.00-18.00 on Thursday 2 May. Register here for a delegate pass to access all conference and networking sessions.  THIS EVENT is a special showcase gig (just a wee part of the Wide Days ’24 programme), featuring artists from Scotland, Wales and Canada this year.  Line up TBA.  TICKETS

The Wide Days conference brings together the full spectrum of music professionals – from leading international industry figures, to emerging artists, fledgling companies and supporting organisations.  All conference sessions take place at Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh (54 George St, Edinburgh EH2 2LR) from 12.00-17.00 on Wednesday 1 May and 09.00-18.00 on Thursday 2 May. Register here for a delegate pass to access all conference and networking sessions.  THIS EVENT is a special showcase gig (just a wee part of the Wide Days ’24 programme), featuring artists from Scotland, Wales and Canada this year. TICKETS

“Messenger play this tribute dance in honour to the greatest sound man – JAH SHAKA, King of Roots + Culture Sound System. Nuff Shaka classics for your musical upliftment and cultural satisfaction,” they say.  “Messenger will be pulling out our original ‘ol skool bass boxes and amps for this occasion. 3 stacks of raw, reggae sound system bass line. Shaka’s first appearance in Scotland was on these very boxes – 1998, original Bongo Club, New Street. Join us as we salute the inspirator for this sound and so many others.  MC Afrikan Simba, original Shaka student on the mic. Tune in and hold a good vibes – Conscious Reggae Muzik for each n everyone. Blessings”Powered by the Messenger Sound System.  FACEBOOK // INSTAGRAM // RA TICKETS

Sound system and crew, part of a music and art collective specializing in BASS music.

Custom built and comprised of the finest audio components, it operates at a huge 26KW and provides as much deep bass, punchy mids and clear highs as any party could require.

Previous guests include: TQD, Mike Skinner, Kode9, My Nu Leng, Flava D, Alix Perez, Audio, Dub Phizix, Shy FX & Stamina MC,  Aphrodite, Champion, Kings Of The Rollers, Hedex, Friction & MC Linguistics, DJ Guv, Darkzy, Om Unit, Serum & Inja MC, Hybrid Minds, K Motionz, Harriet Jaxxon, AC13, Particle, Serial Killaz, Mefjus, Current Value…

Garage / Bass / Drum and Bass / Dubstep / 2step / Jungle / Bassline / Juke

‘The sound of Dresden is something not to be heard from the sidelines,’ they say. ‘Ivan Smagghe & Manfredas partner up once again and bring that extra something to NSA. It’s Day Culture #7’ TICKETS SCOTLAND

“This time round we are super excited to have invited down Buckley,” say the Chromatic crew. “He has been making waves in the scene with his production releasing on ec2a, 1forty and Northside Records, picking up support from the likes of Interplanetary Criminal, Sicaria and Bakey to name a few. Expect garage, dubstep, percussive bass and more.  On support we have YBZ collectives Gilbo and Texyo going b2b and residents Lara Sinclair and ZO3. Mumbo jumbo will be back in room 2 with the usual house, disco soul and funk.”  LINE UP: Buckley (UK), Gilbo b2b Texyo, Lara Sinclair, ZO3 (1).  RA TICKETS

Thank You, Have a Nice Rave – underground NYC rave scene appreciation in Edinburgh!

MAIN ROOM
House / Techno / Acid

Ron Like Hell is the embodiment of NYC sound with over twenty years of experience and running their party WRECKED – one of the most celebrated dance forward queer parties in New York City.

Few DJs have the wealth of experience and knowledge Ron has – not just of music but of making people move. Ron’s music has vibrated several times through the massive sound system of Berghain’s Panorama Bar in Berlin, accompanied the sunrise at festivals like Sustain-Release and has taken them to different corners of the globe but their music has always brought them home to NYC.  Ron Like Hell’s Scottish debut will bring Edinburgh a slice of the NYC rave scene – and will show why his unique and story weaving sets are talk amongst all of NYC’s underground.

Scottish born Panooc spent almost a decade on the iconic and rich dance floors of NYC shaping their sound and energy behind the decks This honorary New Yorker cut their teeth on some of NYC’s largest dance floors and with their recent move back to Edinburgh is making their Bongo club debut alongside a NYC legend Ron Like Hell.

Trippy rave visuals inspired by NYC – live VJing VCN.PTK

GRDN LOFT
Bass / Breaks / Garage

Homegrown Edinburgh collective GRDN is doing a takeover of the upstairs loft with their eclectic fast mix of vibe setting tunes from jungle and breaks to garage and bass. Bartek is a dynamic DJ and producer who has firmly established himself as a mainstay in the Edinburgh music scene. He’s an integral member of the Haptic and GRDN collectives as well as the curator of Subterranean Sound festival.

Feena is a founding member of the Miss World DJ collective, providing a platform for women and non-binary DJs through the group’s monthly residency at world-renowned Sneaky Pete’s. From the booth, Feena creates carefree mayhem with trips through high-energy, high-tempo and bass-driven selections, playfully brought together in her dynamic DJ style.

Powered by XOXA

“XOXA is a platform, party and DJ collective based out of NYC with a worldwide reach. Their mission is to support and highlight artists in the electronic music scene while providing an intentional space for dancers and partygoers. XOXA works closely with DJs spanning genres, scenes, countries and backgrounds all with the common goal of uplifting and unifying marginalized artists.”

Limited edition “Thank you, Have a Nice Rave” bags available via RA ticket purchase only

Rave code: This is a safer space for everyone – no tolerance for sexism, racism, transphobia, homophobia, ageism, ableism or any other type of discrimination. If we notice anyone disrespecting this they will be swiftly removed without a refund. The dance floor is for dancing – no phones on the dance floor please!

Past guests include DJ SS, Hixxy, LCY, Legowelt, Happa, Mall Grab, Tasker, Minor Science, Rudolf C, Shedbug, DJ Seinfeld, Rommek +more

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