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Black Slate

Soul Mama, E20 1DB , [Venue Details]

Black Slate is one of the UK’s most respected and influential reggae bands, formed in London in 1974 by musicians from England, Jamaica, and Anguilla.

Sunday,
1 Mar 2026
@8.00pm

Emerging from the vibrant British reggae movement, the band quickly established themselves as a formidable live act, touring extensively around London and backing legendary Jamaican artists such as Dennis Brown, Delroy Wilson, and Ken Boothe during their UK appearances.

Their reputation soon translated into success of their own, beginning with the socially conscious reggae hit “Sticks Man,” which gained international attention across Europe.

The band’s breakthrough came in 1980 with the release of the powerful Rastafarian anthem “Amigo,” which climbed to No. 9 on the UK Singles Chart and became a defining track of British roots reggae.

This success led to releases on Ensign Records, including the dub album Ogima and the acclaimed studio album Sirens in the City, alongside further fan favourites such as “Boom Boom.” Between 1979 and 1985, Black Slate released a run of influential albums that cemented their status as pioneers of the UK reggae sound.

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  • Admission

    Min: £33.71

    Max: £61.63

  • Performer name: Black Slate

  • Doors open: 6:30 pm

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Black Slate

Thursday, 1 Jan 1970 @1.00am

Soul Mama, E20 1DB

More Information

Black Slate is one of the UK’s most respected and influential reggae bands, formed in London in 1974 by musicians from England, Jamaica, and Anguilla.

Emerging from the vibrant British reggae movement, the band quickly established themselves as a formidable live act, touring extensively around London and backing legendary Jamaican artists such as Dennis Brown, Delroy Wilson, and Ken Boothe during their UK appearances.

Their reputation soon translated into success of their own, beginning with the socially conscious reggae hit “Sticks Man,” which gained international attention across Europe.

The band’s breakthrough came in 1980 with the release of the powerful Rastafarian anthem “Amigo,” which climbed to No. 9 on the UK Singles Chart and became a defining track of British roots reggae.

This success led to releases on Ensign Records, including the dub album Ogima and the acclaimed studio album Sirens in the City, alongside further fan favourites such as “Boom Boom.” Between 1979 and 1985, Black Slate released a run of influential albums that cemented their status as pioneers of the UK reggae sound.

  • Admission

    Min: £33.71

    Max: £61.63

  • Performer name: Black Slate

  • Doors open: 6:30 pm

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