Reggae in Berlin
Events organized or recommended by Maratone Long Distance HiFi – the original oldies soundsystem in Berlin
You will find many dances and concerts if you are looking for Reggae in Berlin. Some involve soundsystems, some are very low key and take place in former squats and small bars. As we are mostly interested in the sound of young Jamaica we focus on events where you can hear Ska, Rocksteady, Early Reggae and Roots from vinyl with our recommendations.
30.8.2024 – Vintage Jamaican Music Soundclash
Three musical heavyweights will fight for a very special trophy in the heat of summer. This soundclash is all about the foundation of soundsystem and soundclash culture: Original press 7″ tunes only, no dubplates, specials, bootlegs or repress will be played. Powered by Maratone Long Distance HiFi and the king of the arena will be determined by the audience.
Contestants:
Adam (Wake the Town, USA)
Ray (The Originals, ITALY)
Sugar Merchant (UK)
Warmup by Jacqueline Hyde and Frank Upsetter (Hamburg).
Aftershowparty with 2nd and 3rd place of the soundclash, winner will play all night long for Reggae Rumble alongside The Rhythm Ruler the night after.
30.8.2024, 11:30pm, Badehaus
Revaler Str. 99, 10245 Berlin
31.8.2024 – Reggae Rumble
While taking the tropy home, the winner of the Vintage Jamaican Music Soundclash will not get a chance to play many tunes on Friday night, personal favourites and the sweet and cheerful tunes will most likely stay locked away in the box. Time to unpack them for a quality allnighter on this second night of the weekend. With three musical heavyweights competing and the Maratone crew on service you can be sure this will be another night of great entertainment, good vibes and the best sound around.
31.8.2023, 11:30pm, Badehaus
Revaler Str. 99, 10245 Berlin