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Review: CAYA Soundsystem, Black Swan
I headed down to the legendary Black Swan for the monthly event run by Bristol Dub Club which happens on the first Friday of every month for what felt to be a promising night ahead. I’ve felt particularly empowered and liberated by the Woman’s Marches all around the world recently and the general joining of sisters’ hands to stand up for equality. So, prior to the dance, I felt fortunate to be able to attend an all female takeover.
Originating from the outskirts of North West London, I was excited to have people from my home town coming and sharing a night with certified Bristol heads. I had never heard of CAYA Soundsystem before the event, but having seen Bliss Zion perform fairly recently and having listened to the Jah Lokko system previously, I knew I was in for a night of soulful, empowering sound.
On arrival, CAYA was dressed in a beautiful sunset colored dress, giving off a noble first impression as she played around with her siren whilst throwing out some weighty tunes on the CAYA sound system that she had brought from London. I felt privileged having her here to kick off her Love Liberation tour in Bristol; a city where love and community are at the centre of its culture. It felt only right that the vibe reflected this and it did, all night long.
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The systems side by side gave weighty sound and bass, as well as being visually pleasing.
Bliss Zion then stepped up to spin some tunes. Watching her control the domain, she showed confidence and flare as she always does when playing and I hoped she would bless us with a few vocals… she did not disappoint. Dropping lyrics of peace and unity, accompanied by the grounding, spiritual sounds of the dub, sent an uplifting vibration of positivity that rippled throughout the dance.
Looking around, people where moving freely, the crowd passionate and happy being part of it all, as the steppas played on their single turn tables. People of different ages and backgrounds coming together as one, to dance and feel the music.
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