Roland Rock Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 (edited) [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]UJahm are a Nottingham based reggae band. We seem to have moved away from the rootsier style and towards an edgier 'urban' style with poppy, dubby and dancehall flavours. Not everyone's cup of tea, but many people really dig it. "The music is reminiscent of old school reggae but the band have their own distinctive twist that they put on the genre. Sudden beat switches, funky syncopated basslines combined with the singers' strong vocals leave the venue with a lasting impression." - [b]LeftLion.co.uk[/b][/font][/size] [font="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"]"[/font][font="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"]Nottingham’s answer The Specials[/font][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif][size=4], UJahm will give you some Jamaican and British Ska influenced Reggae. The energetic beats from Neckie, Chris and Kamrah perfectly compliment the sultry vocals that Shylaah provides, to create Reggae vibes that’ll make you want to jump around. Other inspirations for these guys range from Roots Reggae, to Dub, Soul, Hip Hop, and even Drum and Bass"[/size][/font] [b][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]Nusic.org.uk[/font][/b] [font="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"]Please see last post on the thread for latest gig details.[/font] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cq2A7M8XbU0 Edited August 25, 2015 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted May 22, 2012 Author Share Posted May 22, 2012 (edited) Gig #1 Our first gig on 1st June at the miniscule Jam Cafe in Nottingham. There are a few other bands on too, but unconfirmed at present. Would be great to see you there. The other bands playing that night are Psycho Funkfish and Emily Needs. [url="http://www.leftlion.co.uk/listings.cfm/title/farmyard-jubilee-special---psycho-funkfish-at-jam-cafe-on-01-06-2012/id/45297"]http://www.leftlion....6-2012/id/45297[/url] Edited June 2, 2015 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 I'm hoping to be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted May 22, 2012 Author Share Posted May 22, 2012 Cool! Would be great to see you. I think I'd recognise you from your gig pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted June 2, 2012 Author Share Posted June 2, 2012 We had a really fun gig. The place was small and busy with a very positive and receptive atmosphere. Of course there were mistakes, but overall we're happy to have our first gig out of the way, and with lots of cheers and positive feedback. Good to meet BigRedX too, who managed to politely disguise his disdain for Fenders :-) it was good to meet you and have a chat BRX. A good night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 *grin* actually I think it was because I was just amazed that you could actually play a bass with so much hardware covering the strings... Pretty damn good performance for a debut gig too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xilddx Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Really pleased it went well, hope you get to London at some point! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted June 3, 2012 Author Share Posted June 3, 2012 [quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1338629261' post='1677310'] *grin* actually I think it was because I was just amazed that you could actually play a bass with so much hardware covering the strings... [/quote] Yes, style over substance, that's me. Good job I don't have a scooter [quote name='silddx' timestamp='1338656952' post='1677753'] Really pleased it went well, hope you get to London at some point! [/quote] Thanks. The guitarist and I have a fair amount of gigging experience, but the singer had never played live with a band before, and the drummer had never gigged in public (only his school), so we're chuffed it went so well. I'm sure London that will be on the cards at some point. It would be great to meet you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted June 11, 2012 Author Share Posted June 11, 2012 (edited) Gig#2 If you're heading to the Sounds on the Downs festival (free festival run by Nottingham University but open to all) this Wednesday, come and check us out on the main stage at 5pm Edited June 12, 2012 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted June 21, 2012 Author Share Posted June 21, 2012 (edited) Gig#3 keeps changing. Details to follow once confirmed Edited June 28, 2012 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted July 1, 2012 Author Share Posted July 1, 2012 Gig #3 The Golden Fleece, Mansfield Rd, Nottingham 2nd August Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted July 24, 2012 Author Share Posted July 24, 2012 A reminder about our gig next Thursday. The Golden Fleece, Nottingham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted July 31, 2012 Author Share Posted July 31, 2012 (edited) If you like it eclectic, this is your gig. There's us (ska/reggae), The Distillery Blues Band, and Royston Duxford (countryish Rock n Roll) Should be good fun. The Golden Fleece, Nottingham Edited July 31, 2012 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted August 10, 2012 Author Share Posted August 10, 2012 Gig#4 Medfest, a mini festival held in the Meadows area of Nottingham. Sunday 19th August, The Bandstand on Victoria Embankment. I think we're on at 5pm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted September 3, 2012 Author Share Posted September 3, 2012 (edited) plainsman gig cancelled :-( Edited October 20, 2012 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted October 20, 2012 Author Share Posted October 20, 2012 (edited) Gigs #5 through 11: - 8th November, Bodega Social Club, Nottingham, supporting Yes Sir Boss [url="http://www.bodeganottingham.com/gigs/131/yes-sir-boss"]http://www.bodeganot...31/yes-sir-boss[/url] - 17th November, "Promoting Positivity Through Music" event at The Africa Centre, Covent Garden [url="http://www.africacentre.org.uk/event/promoting-positivity-through-music/"]http://www.africacen...-through-music/[/url] - 29th November, The Golden Fleece, Mansfield Road, Nottingham - 9th December, The Maze, Mansfield Road, Nottingham, with Sweetpotato dub Soundsystem [url="http://www.themazerocks.com/gigs?lgig=14e59ea4-7cf5-4580-95a1-c7e26cfaf032&performance=1"]http://www.themazero...2&performance=1[/url] - 22nd December, The Jam Cafe, Hockley, Nottingham http://www.jamcafe.info/ - 21st December, The Donkey, Leicester, supporting The Pressure Tenants [url="http://www.thedonkeybar.com/?page_id=101"]http://www.thedonkey...om/?page_id=101[/url] - 26th January, The Maze again, with Italian 2 tone band The Offenders and Jimmy the Squirrel Here's what to expect [url="http://soundcloud.com/ujahm-band"]http://soundcloud.com/ujahm-band[/url] Edited December 23, 2012 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted October 24, 2012 Author Share Posted October 24, 2012 (edited) If you're thinking of coming to the gig at the Bodega Social, let me know and I'll put you on a list where you can get in for a fiver, rather than the usual £8 + booking fee Edited October 27, 2012 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted October 30, 2012 Author Share Posted October 30, 2012 (edited) Gig coming up in London! 17th November at the Africa Centre in Covent Garden. It's part of the "Promoting Positivity Through Music" event Edited November 5, 2012 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted November 5, 2012 Author Share Posted November 5, 2012 [quote name='silddx' timestamp='1338656952' post='1677753'] Really pleased it went well, hope you get to London at some point! [/quote] Well, we're playing in London at the above event, but not for long, just a paltry 20 minute set! Luckily I need to be in London on that day for business anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xilddx Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 [quote name='Roland Rock' timestamp='1352108286' post='1858662'] Well, we're playing in London at the above event, but not for long, just a paltry 20 minute set! Luckily I need to be in London on that day for business anyway. [/quote] Bugger, I'm at a wedding Enjoy the gig mate, I've played the Africa Centre, it's cool. Hope you make it down here again soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted November 6, 2012 Author Share Posted November 6, 2012 Shame Nigel, never mind, have a good wedding and see you next time. Update: Another date added to the list - The Donkey, Leicester, supporting the band of the late ska legend Laurel Aitken, The Pressure Tenants. 21st December. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skol303 Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 (edited) Big fan of ska and reggae here! I have relatives over Leicester way but rarely get over there. If you're ever playing in Manchester or thereabouts then give me a shout - I could happily add a dozen or so punters to your crowd. PS: might be worth checking out this venue - Band On The Wall (you may have heard of it). It's got a great reputation for reggae and other good music, and a [i]very [/i]good sound system. I go there whenever I get chance: [url="http://bandonthewall.org/"]http://bandonthewall.org/[/url] Edited November 7, 2012 by Skol303 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted November 8, 2012 Author Share Posted November 8, 2012 Hi Skol, cheers mate, I reckon we'll be venturing up that way at some point. Band on the Wall, looks perfect! I'll get in touch ASAP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted November 15, 2012 Author Share Posted November 15, 2012 (edited) - 29th November, The Golden Fleece, Mansfield Road, Nottingham - 9th December, The Maze, Mansfield Road, Nottingham, with Sweetpotato dub Soundsystem [url="http://www.themazerocks.com/gigs?lgig=14e59ea4-7cf5-4580-95a1-c7e26cfaf032&performance=1"]http://www.themazero...2&performance=1[/url] - 21st December, The Donkey, Leicester, supporting The Pressure Tenants [url="http://www.thedonkeybar.com/?page_id=101"]http://www.thedonkey...om/?page_id=101[/url] - 22nd December, The Jam Cafe, Hockley, Nottingham [url="http://www.jamcafe.info/"]http://www.jamcafe.info/[/url] - 26th January, The Maze again, with Italian 2 tone band The Offenders and Jimmy the Squirrel Edited December 23, 2012 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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