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2025
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 · The Trinity Centre
NYE: Where It All Begins
This is not the end, this is where it all begins. The Chai Wallahs family and a host of favourite artists and collaborators for a night of live music, DJ culture & new beginnings.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 · The Jam Jar
Conn3ct — Mādły + Aziza Jaye + Amy True
Support comes from Bristol's newest, smoothest, most soulful duo — the really very delectable Hibiscus x.
Thu, 27 Feb 2025 · Snuffy Jack's Ale House
Chai Roots Acoustic
Chai Wallahs & Snuffy Jacks presents: Chai Roots Acoustic. An evening of intimate acoustic music, a celebration of song, lyricism, and harmony. Edition 1 features exclusive performances from…
Thu, 30 Jan 2025 · The Jam Jar
Chai Wallahs Presents: They Say Jump
An unstoppable force united by a love of Reggae and Ska music, with an ace up their sleeve — frontman Adrian Benn, an uncontrollable explosion of hilarity.
2024
Fri, 06 Dec 2024 · Southbank Club
VooKoo x Chai Wallahs: She's Got Brass
Two of Bristol's best loved collectives join forces once more to bring an evening of fiercely independent, totally transformative, downright ludicrous live music & grassroots culture.
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 · The Jam Jar Bristol
Chai Wallahs Presents : Michael Sebastian & Friends
Michael Sebastian creates Live Dance Music. It has the structure of electronic; the freedom of jazz, and the depth of world. An improvisatory joy, a muscular blast of indie-electronics worth filing…
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 · The Jam Jar
Sam Redmore & The Tropical Soundclash @ The Jam Jar
Sam Redmore & The Tropical Sound Clash Allstars return to Bristol to celebrate the launch of his second Album: Modulate. Sam Redmore made a significant impact on the UK music scene in 2022 with his…
Thu, 17 Oct 2024 · The Jam Jar
Chai Wallahs Presents: JAMU
Hear The Sound — the debut album from the who's who of the Bristol Hip Hop scene, led by the inimitable DJ Mr Fitz. This show never fails, and now they've got the record to prove it.
Sat, 12 Oct 2024 · The Jam Jar Bristol
OMEGA NEBULA @ The Jam Jar 12/10/24
OMEGA NEBULA are back this Autumn to vibrate your soul with heavy heavy bass! An exhilarating fusion of DUB REGGAE and DANCE music has made them the hottest of topics amongst Sound System enthusiasts…
Fri, 05 Jul 2024
Bar Beats Boutique
Kick your Friday night off right with delicious Happy Hour Margaritas. Chai Wallahs founder and Diplomats of Sound DJ Si Chai and guests take you on an eclectic journey spanning Tropical Trip Hop,…
Thu, 06 Jun 2024 · The Jam Jar Bristol
CHAI WALLAHS PRESENTS - TC & THE GROOVE FAMILY
TC & The Groove Family are a 9-piece collective whose music celebrates the coming together of cultures, and the unity that music can provide for everyone. Driven by drummer Tim Cook, their live shows…
Fri, 17 May 2024
Bar Beats Boutique - Friday Night Social
Happy Hour Cocktails at Bristol's finest bar & restaurant with Chai Wallahs founder and Diplomats of Sound DJ Si Chai and guests, spanning Tropical Trip Hop, Funk, Soul, Jazz, Dub, Reggae, House and…
Fri, 10 May 2024 · The Jam Jar
CHAI WALLAH'S PRESENT : NEBULA SUN @ THE JAM JAR
Nebula Sun, blending progressive grooves, energetic rhythms and jazz fluidity, evolving riffs enriched with delay and distortion, double saxophones and heavy bass alongside soulful vocals.
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 · The Old Market Assembly, Bristol
Lazy Habits @ Old Market Assembly
Following in the path of Questlove, Lazy Habits carries on the tradition of infusing live bands/instrumentation into hip-hop. Big productions, bold brass sections, and cinematic string arrangements…
Thu, 11 Apr 2024 · The Jam Jar Bristol
UFQ in BRISTOL - The Jam Jar - 11th April
The Urban Folk Quartet, back in Bristol with new album True Story. Rooted in Celtic tune forms and traditional song, also taking influence from Afrobeat, Indian classical, funk, rock and more. Expect…
Sat, 30 Mar 2024 · Assembly Nights
Sam Redmore & The Tropical Soundclash Allstars
Genre defying producer and DJ Sam Redmore, backed by a full live band, presents a rare fusion of Disco, Afrobeat, Broken beat, Cumbia and Samba with wide cross-cultural appeal and huge danceability.
Sat, 02 Mar 2024
Chai Wallahs Presents : Mike Dennis Album Launch : Stop Time
Mike Dennis is a classically-trained violinist and poet whose boyhood love of Run DMC, Beastie Boys and Gangstarr led him to create a unique kind of string-heavy hip hop music he refers to as…
Mon, 01 Jan 2024 · Chai Wallahs
Gentleman's Dub Club
One of the earliest acts to grace the Chai stage, still coming back after all these years.
2023
Sun, 31 Dec 2023 · The Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs Presents : Hullabaloo NYE '24
A Hullabaloo! A Big Bass Brouhaha featuring Bristol's finest Sunshine Spectacle Specialist Hiphoppapotamus and Friends, a surf rock ruckus from Los Dedos, book-ended by dynamic deck wizardry from…
Sat, 25 Nov 2023 · The Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs : Raz & Afla 25/11, Old Market Assembly
Raz Olsher & Afla Sackey: a bond that fuels a dynamic and effortless musical relationship. Their music represents a harmonious union of African influences with electronic music, full of soul, vibrant…
Thu, 23 Nov 2023 · The Jam Jar Bristol
Chai Wallahs Presents : Coops - Home Grown EP Launch Party
Coops - He's been there, done that and basically invented the T-shirt. With a rich and diverse back catalogue, this UK phenomenon is pure pedigree. Hip Hop doesn't come any more soulful. Heartfelt…
Sat, 18 Nov 2023 · Lost Horizon
The Beatles Dub Club, Lost Horizon, Bristol
A special DJ set showcasing The Fab Four like you've never heard before! DJ Chris Arnold takes you on a magical mystery tour of his collection of covers, remixes and tracks that sampled arguably the…
Sun, 29 Oct 2023 · Tobacco Factory
Chai Wallahs & Tobacco Factory Theatres present: Mesadorm
Chai Wallahs and Tobacco Factory Theatres have joined forces to present a truly unique opportunity for an Intimate afternoon of music with the utterly sensational Mesadorm. Bone-melting. Intravenous…
Sat, 28 Oct 2023 · Assembly Nights
Jamu Ft. Dur Brain, Bin Bags, MADLY, Mr Bon Suis & Deaf Frets
BRISTOL HIPHOP FANS THIS IS MEGA - Jamu ft. Dur Brain, Bin Bags, MADLY, Mr Bon Suis & Deaf Frets. Following an exclusive world premiere at Shambala Festival, this incredible hip hop lineup returns to…
Sat, 27 May 2023 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs: BEAT BOUTIQUE
Eclectic Feel Good Vibes for those that love to Jive! Chai Wallahs founder, music curator and resident DJ 'Si Chai' + Guests bring their musical flavours to Old Market Assembly. Eclectic DJ sets…
Thu, 11 May 2023 · Trinity Centre
The Allergies LIVE : Bristol - Trinity Centre
The Allergies are back, bigger than ever, with a night of funk, soul and hip hop at Trinity Centre. Their brand of feel-good funk and hyped-up hip-hop has been delighting dance floors since 2016.…
Sat, 29 Apr 2023 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs: BEAT BOUTIQUE
Eclectic Feel Good Vibes for those that love to Jive! Chai Wallahs founder, music curator and resident DJ 'Si Chai' + Guests bring their musical flavours to Old Market Assembly. Eclectic DJ sets…
Sun, 09 Apr 2023 · The Jam Jar
TC & The Groove Family Ft. Franz Von - The Jam Jar
Join TC & The Groove Family for a night of electrifying music at the Jam Jar in Bristol! The 10-piece collective bring their unique blend of Jazz, jungle, grime, and afrobeat to the stage, featuring…
Sat, 18 Mar 2023 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs: BEAT BOUTIQUE Invites Mr Fitz
Eclectic Feel Good Vibes for those that love to Jive. Chai Wallahs founder, music curator and resident DJ 'Si Chai' + Guests bring their musical flavours to Old Market Assembly. This month, Chai…
Thu, 16 Mar 2023 · The Jam Jar
Myele Manzanza (Tour) - The Jam Jar
Rhythm resides deep in the spirit for drummer and composer Myele Manzanza. Myele Manzanza and his live quartet perform volume three of his ongoing album series 'Unfold', exploring the world of…
Sat, 25 Feb 2023 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallah's BEAT BOUTIQUE - The Old Market Assembly
Eclectic Feel Good Vibes for those that love to Jive. Chai Wallahs founder, music curator and resident DJ 'Si Chai' + Guests bring their musical flavours to Old Market Assembly. Eclectic DJ sets…
Sat, 28 Jan 2023 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs - BEAT BOUTIQUE
Eclectic Feel Good Vibes for those that love to Jive. Chai Wallahs founder, music curator and resident DJ 'Si Chai' + Guests bring their musical flavours to Old Market Assembly. Eclectic DJ sets…
2022
Sat, 31 Dec 2022
TC & the Groove Family Ft. Franz Von + Afla Sackey & Afrik Bawantu : Afrodisiac - NY Revolution
TC and the Groove Family ft. Franz Von: 11-piece ensemble celebrating a myriad of cultures, exploring Afrobeat, Breakbeat, Jungle, Jazz and Highlife. Plus Afla Sackey and Afrik Bawantu, a critically…
Sun, 11 Dec 2022
Chai Wallah's and Diplomats of Sound Present : Lydian Collective
London based instrumental jazz/fusion four-piece Lydian Collective, combining accessible melodies, accomplished musicianship and hypnotic rhythms. Their debut album 'Adventure' reached the top 10 in…
Sat, 26 Nov 2022 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallah's Presents: FREE PARTY : Amy True + Wavysof
Free party supporting independent artist Amy True, plus Wavysof. Hosted at The Old Market Assembly.
Fri, 04 Nov 2022 · Assembly Nights
Hippo Sound System Live! ft. Special Guests + Sam Redmore and the Tropical Sound Clash Allstars
Hippo Sound System ft. Special Guests: Bristol's tropical tea party starring the Hippo Sound System, a hybrid electronic/live band fusing world music styles with jungle and bass. Plus Sam Redmore and…
Sat, 29 Oct 2022
Chai Wallah's Presents: Urban Folk Quartet + Potts Music
The Urban Folk Quartet, fiddle-led music drawing from Celtic dance forms and traditional song, unlike any folk band you've heard, embracing influences from Afrobeat, Indian classical, funk and rock.…
Thu, 27 Oct 2022
COOPS : Lost Soul Tour - Bristol
Coops, the UK phenomenon known for his rich catalogue of soul-infused hip-hop, tours to announce the release of 'Lost Soul 2', revisiting the concept of his original Lost Soul album with a fresh…
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 · The Prospect Building
Courtyard Social: Chai Wallahs & Diplomats of Sound DJs
Chai Wallahs & DJs from Diplomats of Sound bring an eclectic courtyard social. Diplomats of Sound are a DJ collective who have played and worked with artists at Glastonbury, Boomtown, Secret Garden…
Sat, 04 Jun 2022 · The Cornish Bank
Chai Wallahs: Will & The People
Will & The People: a creative community as much as a band, ten years of triumph and tragedy, maintaining intense faith and self-belief in the power of their music.
Fri, 20 May 2022 · The Jam Jar Bristol
Chai Wallahs 'Free Party' feat Ebi Soda + Ramnastax + WavySof
A free party celebrating the recovery of the grassroots movement post-pandemic, introducing 3 emerging acts: Ebi Soda, Ramnastax and WavySof.
Sun, 15 May 2022
Chai Wallahs: The Allergies & Diplomats of Sound DJ's
The Allergies Live - reshaping funky vintage sounds for the modern dance floor since they first met at Chai Wallahs in 2012. DJ Moneyshot & Rackabeat, 45-only vinyl sets blending classic Hip Hop and…
Fri, 13 May 2022 · Fiddlers Bristol
Chai Wallahs: The Allergies - Izo Fitzroy - Jimi Needles - Diplomats of Sound DJ's
Chai Wallahs & The Diplomats of Sound present The Allergies Live, with support from Gospel/Soul/Blues songstress Izo Fitzroy, bass-heavy funky beats and breaks from Bristol's Jimi Needles, and…
Thu, 12 May 2022 · The Brook
Chai Wallahs: The Allergies (Live) + Izo Fitzroy + Jimi Needles + Diplomats of Sound DJ's
Chai Wallahs & The Diplomats of Sound present The Allergies Live, with support from Gospel/Soul/Blues songstress Izo Fitzroy, bass-heavy funky beats and breaks from Bristol's Jimi Needles, and…
Sat, 30 Apr 2022 · The Cornish Bank
Chai Wallah's: Bare Jams + Potts Music
Bare Jams captures the sounds of that one summer you'll never forget - grown from a modest busking duo in 2011 into a six-strong collective blending reggae, dub, soul, pop and ska. Plus support from…
Sat, 30 Apr 2022 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs: Lazy Habits & The Diplomats of Sound DJ's
Lazy Habits - Album Tour. Influenced by New Orleans Jazz, Soul and Hip Hop, the London-based six-piece have made their name with hard-hitting beats and slick lyrics about modern British culture,…
Fri, 29 Apr 2022 · Fiddlers Bristol
Chai Wallahs: Will & The People - Bare Jams - Potts Music
Chai Wallahs present: RAUCOUS - a night of Folk Soul Blues Pop Punk Rock Reggae Ska with Will & The People, Bare Jams and Potts Music.
Sat, 23 Apr 2022 · The Cornish Bank
Chai Wallahs: Lazy Habits & The Diplomats of Sound DJ's
Lazy Habits - influenced by New Orleans Jazz, Soul and Hip Hop, the London-based six-piece have made their name with hard-hitting beats and slick lyrics about modern British culture, playing venues…
Sat, 26 Mar 2022 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs: Run Come Down feat Norris Brown & Aleighcia Scott
Chai Wallahs & The Diplomats of Sound bring in the Spring with a double dose of pure sunshine reggae vibes: Aleighcia Scott (full live show), Cardiff born Welsh/Jamaican reggae artist, plus Norris…
Fri, 04 Mar 2022 · Fiddlers Bristol
Chai Wallahs: Horseman & The Upper Cut Band - Da Fuchaman & His Fire Blaze Band - Beatles Dub Club
'Sweet Dub Affair' - a night of Dub, Reggae, Trip Hop, Bass Heavy Beats and Jungle vibes from Horseman & The Uppercut Band, Da Fuchaman & His Fire Blaze Band, with support from Beatles Dub Club and…
Sat, 26 Feb 2022
Chai Wallahs: Wax Preachers - Smith & The Honey Badgers
Chai Wallahs & The Diplomats of Sound present a double dose of Funk, Soul & Raw Grooves: Smith & The Honeybadgers, an 8-piece East London Funk & Soul band fronted by Marietta Smith (The Allergies),…
Sat, 12 Feb 2022 · The Cornish Bank
Chai Wallahs: 'Chai Introduction'
Chai Wallahs founder, music director and resident DJ 'Si Chai' brings five hours of musical flavours to The Cornish Bank - an eclectic DJ set spanning Funk, Hip Hop, Trip Hop, Dub, Reggae, Afro &…
Sat, 29 Jan 2022 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs: Sam Redmore & The Tropical Soundclash Allstars.
Sam Redmore & The Tropical Soundclash Allstars launch his new full live project and latest album, a rare fusion of disco, afrobeat and funk edits, first performed at Chai Wallahs at Shambala.
2021
Fri, 31 Dec 2021
Chai Wallahs - NYE Party - Eclectic Special
A New Year's Eve celebration of Reggae, Jazz, Hip Hop, Funk, Soul, Afro, House and Drum & Bass, featuring The Friendly Fire Band, Beatles Dub Club, TC & The Groove Family and Diplomats of Sound DJ Si…
Sat, 27 Nov 2021 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs: Da Fuchaman & His Fire Blaze Band
Da Fuchaman, Bristol's unsung hero of Reggae, brings his Fire Blaze Band for a full 10-piece live reggae sound.
Sat, 13 Nov 2021 · The Jam Jar Bristol
Mellowmatic @ The Jam Jar
Chai Wallahs and Diplomats of Sound present Mellowmatic, a newly formed 7-piece multi-instrumental collective delivering an energetic fusion of Hip Hop, Funk, Soul and Jazz. Debut album 'Only Human'…
Sat, 30 Oct 2021 · Old Market Assembly
Agbeko
Agbeko, an 11-piece afro-rock-funk-psych spectacular born out of admiration for 1970s West African music, deliver powerful songs packed with riffs, groove and horns, guitars and percussion.
Sat, 16 Oct 2021 · Fiddlers Bristol
Coops, The Mouse Outfit & Jevon Ives LIVE at Fiddlers
Chai Wallahs & Diplomats of Sound present a multi-artist UK Hip Hop line-up with full live bands: Coops (Live), The Mouse Outfit and Jevon Ives.
Sat, 25 Sept 2021 · Old Market Assembly
Afla Sackey & Afrik Bawantu
Chai Wallahs takes over Old Market Assembly every last Saturday of the month, kicking off in September with Afla Sackey & Afrik Bawantu - West African percussion blended with funk and rock, uplifting…
Thu, 03 Jun 2021 · The Jam Jar Bristol
At The Jam Jar with Chai Wallahs DJs
A night of wicked tunes and good vibes from the crew behind the legendary Chai Wallahs festival venue, DJs at The Jam Jar (socially distanced, seated / table service).
2020
Fri, 09 Oct 2020 · The Jam Jar Bristol
At the Jam Jar with Chai Wallahs DJs
Chai Wallahs DJs return to The Jam Jar for a weekend pair of table-service sessions, Friday 9th and Saturday 10th October.
Sat, 06 Jun 2020
POSTPONED! Chai Wallahs Presents: Amy True
Amy True, a London-based rapper, singer and poet creating conscious Hip Hop & Soul, part of Peoples Army Movement, formerly of Caxton Press, plus Chai Wallahs & Diplomats of Sound DJs.
Fri, 27 Mar 2020
Postponed! Chai Wallahs Spring Gathering: Agbeko
Agbeko, the afrobeat-inspired rock-funk-psych juggernaut from Manchester, bring their new album tour to Bristol, born out of admiration for 1970s West African music.
Sat, 07 Mar 2020 · Old Market Assembly
Tonight! Chai Wallahs Presents: Friendly Fire Band
Friendly Fire Band, Birmingham UK's most active reggae/dancehall live outfit, bring fiery performances ranging from hardcore roots music to one drop reggae to the Old Market Assembly.
Sat, 01 Feb 2020 · Old Market Assembly
Lazy Habits + Diplomats of Sound DJ's
Opening night of the Chai Wallahs x Assembly Nights 2020 monthly series: Lazy Habits, influenced by New Orleans Jazz, Soul and Hip Hop, with their own brand of hard-hitting beats.
2019
Sat, 05 Oct 2019 · Old Market Assembly
Chai Wallahs | End of Season Party
Celebrating another successful festival summer at Chai Wallahs' winter home, the Old Market Assembly, with resident DJs spinning Afrobeat, Bass Music and House.
Sat, 18 May 2019 · The Jam Jar
Chai Wallahs 20th Year: Pre Season Party
Chai Wallahs continues 20th anniversary celebrations with a special night at the Jam Jar, resident DJs providing six hours of dub, reggae, hip hop, broken beats, Afrobeat, House, Breakbeat and Drum &…
Fri, 08 Feb 2019
Tonight! Chai Wallahs 20th Year - Homecoming
Chai Wallahs kicks off their 20th anniversary year with a return to their roots, bringing the best of the festival underground to Bristol for one night only, having played Shambala, Boomtown,…
2018
Sat, 15 Dec 2018 · Trinity Centre
Honeyfeet | K.O.G & the Zongo Brigade - Double Header!
December's double header: K.O.G & The Zongo Brigade, a 9-piece delivering West African afrobeat/soul/funk/hip hop/reggae fusion (Glastonbury main stage alumni), plus Honeyfeet, with DJ Dad & DJ…
Thu, 24 May 2018 · Soup Kitchen, Manchester
Awate live at Soup Kitchen
BamBamBam present Awate, a rapper and producer from Maiden Lane Estate, Camden, refugee from Eritrea via Saudi Arabia.
Wed, 23 May 2018 · Exchange, Bristol
Tonight - Awate at Exchange, Bristol
BamBamBam present Awate, a rapper and producer from Maiden Lane Estate, Camden, refugee from Eritrea via Saudi Arabia.
Sat, 05 May 2018
Honeyfeet Album Launch & Fundraiser for Misfits Theatre Co.
Honeyfeet (Wah Wah 45s) celebrate the Bristol launch of their second album, Orange Whip, with support from Nuala Honan, Binbag Wisdom, DJ Dad and Sally Jenkinson. A fundraiser for Misfits Theatre…
2011
Fri, 09 Dec 2011
Chai Wallahs & Diplomats of Sound Presents... CODA
CODA (live dubstep) + Culture Cuts Collective. Coda are a high-impact 5-piece live dubstep band from London, fusing live instrumentation with electronic effects.
Sun, 16 Oct 2011 · Bristol
Chai Wallahs live Dubstep special feat. Alternative Dubstep Orchestra
Chai Wallahs live Dubstep special featuring Alternative Dubstep Orchestra's Bristol debut, CODA live, Buggsy Dubwise set, The ASBO Disco, DJ Switch, DJ Derek and Dub Renaissance.
Thu, 06 Oct 2011
Chai Wallahs & Diplomats of Sound Presents...
WRT present a night of entertainment from Chai Wallahs & The Diplomats of Sound, established on the UK festival circuit as the largest independent venue with a reputation for high-quality, exciting…
Mon, 30 May 2011
Chai Wallahs Presents- Peoples String Foundation/Joe Driscoll
The Peoples String Foundation, evocative and lush music scaling jazz, hip-hop beat-work and Middle Eastern melodies, brainchild of a Cornwall-based multi-instrumentalist. Plus Joe Driscoll. Doors 8pm.
Sun, 29 May 2011
Diplomats Of Sound & Chai Wallahs Presents:
The Boxettes, an innovative all-female a'capella group from London featuring Bellatrix, the Female World Beatbox Champion, combining harmonies with hip-hop, drum n bass, soul, funk and trip-hop. Plus…
Fri, 27 May 2011
Chai Wallahs Presents The Boxettes/Yes Sir Boss/Dizraeli/Parker & many more
The earliest event in Chai Wallahs' recorded Facebook history. Launch of a long-term collaboration between Chai Wallahs, Diplomats of Sound, Stone'd Records and Drop4Drop to raise awareness of the…