Brighten The Corners presents South London group fusing reggae, dub, soul, and hip hop, The Hempolics at The Church on Saturday 9th May.
“And through the haze there shone a white light, and from that light played sweet sweet music... and to that music... We got high. Much love to the Hemps” – Paolo Nutini
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Time: 7.30pm - 11pm
Venue: The Church, Ipswich
Tickets: £15+bfAge Restrictions: 14+ (14- 17s must be accompanied by an adult)
Accessibility: There is step-free access into the venue and the bar / accessible toilet / venue are all on one floor. For further information, please email info@brightenthecorners.co.uk so we can make your visit as comfortable as possible.
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The Hempolics, fronted by Grippa (the band’s producer and engineer), are a close-knit, family-like group that includes vocalist Nubiya Brandon and vocalist/melodica player Dandelion, along with other key members like Ed West on drums, Leon on guitar, and best friends who have come together to form a unique reggae, dub, soul, and hip hop fusion.
Known for a genre-jumping yet cohesive sound, The Hempolics celebrate love, connection, and social themes through infectious rhythms, rich harmonies, and emotive lyrics.
“And through the haze there shone a white light, and from that light played sweet sweet music... and to that music... We got high. Much love to the Hemps” – Paolo Nutini
“The Hempolics are the best band in the UK – but nobody knows it yet...” - Maxi Jazz (Faithless)
“Real vintage lo fi reggae inspired soul music for the 21st century city scape people” – DJ Vadim
“Great summer vibes. Puts a smile on my face. And amazing live too!” - Eliza Doolittle
“The best thing I’ve heard in ages” - La Roux
“Best new reggae band on the planet” - Chris Hawkins, BBC6
“Brand new twisted track that sounds like LKJ meets Massive Attack” - Don Letts, BBC 6 Music
“Fantastic” - Lauren Laverne, BBC 6 Music
“We’re championing it because we think it’s really, really super cool” - Rodigan
“Fantastic dirty groove which just sort of gets in there and isn’t afraid to roll its sleeves up and get groovy” - Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music Introducing