Hackney Wick Area Guide

Orii Spotlight ft. SOKKYO 4 piece London based, jazz infused powerhouse Sokkyo comprised of Grifton Forbes-Amos on Trumpet (TC & The Groove Family, Neue Grafik Ensemble, NTBM, River Island), Kavi Maraj on Bass (Faker Villain, Morgan Noise, Cassius Cobbson), Laurie Milton on Keys (Lox, Lynda Dawn) and Ayman Sinada on Drums (Madison McFerrin, Neue Grafik Ensemble, Feux, Cityscape) bring a rhythm fueled mix of sounds to the stage. With each player involved in the London jazz scene, Sokkyo meld their prominent individual sounds to create an energetic yet tasteful performance, dierent every time they play. They are set to release their debut album, bringing to life their live improvisations. Fully open jam session, open to all, featuring a very special set from SOKKYO. Enabling the best musicians and artists in town to connect in a carefully curated sonic space, in the heart of Hackney Wick. Orii is a platform for new artists, to perform, enagage, and inhabit their true Orii. Our weekly jam sessions occur every Monday in east, and every Tuesday in south #oriiday Presented by Orii Community. This is an 18+ event.

Kai Alcé joins us for a night of beautiful house music on Bank Holiday Sunday at Colour Factory! With his label NDATL, which is home his own productions, along with legends like Larry Heard, Mr. G, Theo Parrish & Mike Huckaby. NDATL stands for the cities that Kai has called home and have played a role in his musical development: New York, Detroit, ATLanta. A true house pioneer with a love of life, mixed with his flair for originality, willingness to experiment and devotion to the dancefloor has cemented his place as a pillar in dance music history.

We're inviting you to experience the magic of our weekly Thursday Jazz Jam-completely free! Since 2016, Stratos, our resident jazz band led by the talented and Mercury Prize-nominated Rio Kai, has held down this popular night, bringing together fans and musicians for an electrifying exploration of jazz. Every week, Stratos dives into both the classic roots and boundary-pushing edges of jazz, creating a unique space where improvisation and connection take center stage. With Rio Kai on bass, Dom Pusey on saxophone, Mike De Souza on guitar, and Zoe Pascal on drums, each set offers something new-a true celebration of live, evolving music. After the first set, they open up the jam to jazz musicians who want to get involved! Contact @stratostheband on Instagram if you’re interested in jamming. It’s free entry for jammers. Set against the backdrop of our Hackney Wick canalside venue, this long-standing jazz night embodies both the charm of our community and the sophistication of jazz itself. Join us for Join in January and see what makes this night such a beloved fixture at Grow! Presented by Grow, Hackney. This is an 18+ event

Haus Sessions: Skee Haus Sessions is back-championing the next generation of groundbreaking artists and delivering unforgettable live performances. For this edition, we’re proud to present Skee, a South London artist blending smooth melodies, sharp lyricism, and infectious rhythms. Influenced by the likes of Dave, Kendrick Lamar, and Brent Faiyaz, Skee crafts music that is both deeply personal and universally relatable. From love and heartbreak to ambition and struggle, his sound captures the essence of real life with raw emotion and effortless flow. With tracks like It Ain’t Easy turning heads across Capital Xtra, Kiss FM, and Reprezent, Skee is proving himself as one of the most exciting voices in the scene. After dropping his debut EP Suttn 2 Prove late last year-produced by longtime collaborator and friend That Producer Ryan-and following up with his latest release No Designer alongside the legendary DJ Semtex, Skee is gearing up for a huge 2025. Now, he’s bringing that momentum to the stage for a performance you won’t want to miss. Limited tickets available-don’t miss your chance to witness a future star in action! Presented by Haus Sessions. This is an 18+ event

Old School Indie - The indie night for the over 30s are once again joining forces with Feeling Gloomy & Age Against The Machine to bring you a special 3pm-7pm Afternoon of Indie. Feeling Gloomy & Old School Indie DJs will be playing a mix of indie classics from across the decades so whether you were an 70s punk, 80s new waver, 90s britpopper or early 00s poser they'll be something for everyone.