We are on a mission to create a new world drum sound and we want you to join us in the making and performing
Free Govan workshop info dropping soon
AFRICAN - NYABINGHI - TABLA - DHOL
Big up National Lottery Community Fund 🔥
We are delighted to announce the first artist for our Govan 'ONE LOVE SUMMER SESSIONS' Apache Indian (BEM) Multi Platinum award winning legend plays Clyde Rooms at Edmiston House Friday 7th August
Apache is widely recognised as the architect of the bhangra-reggae fusion known as Bhangramuffin. From recording at Tuff Gong studios to his mainstream breakthrough with hits including Boom Shack-A-Lak and Arranged Marriage, he remains a global cultural icon whose music helped redefine multicultural British sounds during the 1990s and beyond.
This special performance celebrates the sounds that defined an era and conquered international charts, bringing reggae. dancehall, bhangra and Asian culture together for a unique one off gathering in GOVAN.
Tickets on sale Monday 20th May 🔥
🔥 ONE LOVE SUMMER SESSIONS 🔥
JA Live CIC proudly presents the legendary APACHE INDIAN live in Glasgow on Friday 7 August 2026 at Clyde Rooms! 🇯🇲🇮🇳🎶
Celebrating Jamaican Independence alongside South Asian & Sound System culture, this huge summer gathering brings together reggae, dancehall, bhangra and bass-heavy vibes in the heart of Govan during the Glasgow 2026 Games.
From Boom Shack-A-Lak to Arranged Marriage, the multi-platinum icon who helped redefine multicultural British music returns for one unforgettable night. 🔊🔥
📅 Friday 7 August 2026
🎟️ On sale Monday 20 May 2026
👉🏻 edmistonhouse.co.uk
🌍 ONE LOVE SUMMER SESSIONS
Something special is building In Govan this summer
🔥 GOVAN 2026 One Love
Free community workshops in rhythm and dance at the Roots and Culture Hub In Elder Park, kindly supported by The National Lottery Community Fund Scotland
🎵 ONE LOVE SUMMER SESSIONS
Celebrating Jamaican Emancipation, South Asian & Sound System cultures
July - August 2026
More announcements Incoming
#Govan2026 #OneLove #SummerSessions #GlasgowSoundSytem #Glasgow2026
JA Live has been building something exciting behind the scenes 👀
Over the past months, we’ve been developing a connected cultural network across Glasgow, Calder Valley and Newham — bringing together music, heritage and community participation in new ways 🌍
This work isn’t about one-off moments. It’s about creating long-term pathways for artists, communities and collaborators to grow, connect and shape culture together 🎯
We’ve been:
• 🤝 Building partnerships across our network
• 🎶 Growing our work in music, dance & heritage
• 🌱 Creating new opportunities for artists & communities
• 🔄 Developing sustainable, impact-led models
As we move toward our 2030 Vision, everything we’re doing is focused on one thing:
Creating a joined-up ecosystem where culture, community and creativity support each other — locally and nationally 🌐
More to come soon 🔜
#JALiveCIC #CommunityCulture #CreativeNetwork #CultureAndCommunity #JALive2030
