The Church, 9 May 2026
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
KCT3 by The Hempolics
Event Info
Time: 7.30pm - 11pm
Venue: The Church, Ipswich
Tickets: £15+bf
Age 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.
Artist Info
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
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