Discover an evening of deep listening, rare grooves and carefully curated selections at Grow Hackney. More than background music, it is a chance to slow down, tune in and experience the craft of selectors.
Set Focus
From roots reggae dub versions to the disco producers who adopted those techniques, uncovering the thread connecting Jamaica to New York and beyond.
About the Selector
Ryan Taylor is a selector who specialises in tracing the connections between genres and cultures. With a keen ear for history and rhythm, his sets map the journey of sound from one place to another, creating unexpected but seamless narratives across eras.
About the Series
From The Crates is a free DJ series at Grow Hackney designed for anyone who wants to listen deeply and discover music beyond the algorithms. Each night explores a carefully chosen theme, whether a label, city, movement or moment in time, uncovering rare gems and hidden sounds. Audiences are immersed in an intimate canal-side setting where atmosphere, mood and connection come first. Each night tells a story through sound and offers an experience that stays with you long after the night ends.
