GROW’S EVENT CALENDAR
Grow is independent and grassroots with international impact. Local and emerging artists are programmed alongside international artists.
Since GROW opened our doors in 2014, we’ve hosted 250+ events each year and had over 150,000 people through our doors.
Young musicians have jammed with Abass Dodoo (Ginger Baker band), Japanese contemporary dancers and indigenous didgeridoo masters from Australia, to name just a few. Our artist partners credit the collaborations, regularity of exposure and payments as helping them hone their craft. Those for come to Grow for the entertainment, food and drink experience a span of genres and together we celebrate diverse culture from around the globe to down the road.
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COMING UP AT GROW
IN CONVERSATION WITH MARCIA CARR - PART OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Come to Grow on Tues 19 November for an all-female panel talk led by Marcia Carr. ‘In Conversation with' will shine a light on the talents, skills and experiences of her guests through the lens of the theme of this year's Black History Month - reclaiming the narrative.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2024 AT GROW
This is part of a Black-led Events Series ranging from spoken word, poetry, jazz, to live percussion, talks, Q&As and legendary DJs. At each of these events, we’re offering 20 free spaces to those with a Hackney Postcode.
All artists are existing partners of Grow and offer a breadth of experience and passion. All established in their creative disciplines, these Black-led events intend to inspire and share stories of culture, journey and heritage all underpinned by the theme of this year's BHM, which is reclaiming the narrative. This series is a great chance to dig deeper to elevate and share the artistry and experiences of these artists with the Hackney community.
MATT JOHNSON (JAMIROQUAI) & THE OBERHEIM OB-X8 // PERFORMANCE + Q&A
Oberheim is back! The launch of the OB-X8 earlier this year heralded the return of this renowned synth brand after many decades of absence. And now, Oberheim is excited to invite you to London for an exclusive and intimate showcase of this landmark instrument accompanied by legendary keyboardist, producer, and pivotal member of Jamiroquai - Matt Johnson.
For the last 20-years, Matt has been the keyboard player for Jamiroquai, co-writing most of the band’s releases during that time, and establishing himself as one of the most talented and prolific keyboard players of the last two decades.
Matt is already a seasoned user of the vintage and much-loved OB-Xa, and frequently demonstrates his love of both modern and vintage synths through his YouTube channel. We are therefore thrilled to be hosting an evening of live performance, Q&A and networking with Matt at Grow - an independent creative venue in East London’s Hackney Wick.
Join us from 7pm for welcome drinks, followed by a 90-minute interview, jam session and Q&A with Matt from 7:30pm. You’ll then have an opportunity to network with other synth enthusiasts, get hands on with an array of synths from the Oberheim and Sequential line-ups and chat with Matt and leading product specialists.
Free Entry
Food & Drink - Kitchen Open till 10pm
Our Spice Trail Menu is predominantly plant based, with some ethically sourced meat options, as part of our conscious drive towards sustainability. Our passion is for the cooking of the Middle East and southern Mediterranean so expect punchy flavours, warm spices and as always the best ingredients we can find to comfort and nourish the soul.
With our drinks, we partner with breweries St Austell and Signature Brew for our lagers and IPAs and serve organic wine and prosecco which help international wildlife charity, Born Free. We design our own drinks such as Vegan Hemp White Russian and homemade Hackney Spiced Rum.