The event will take place on Saturday 20 July, with DJ appearances from T Dunn, Isaac Carter, ELLADHC and more.
Black Artist Database have announced a fundraiser for organisations providing Hurricane Beryl relief in the Caribbean.
It will take place at Moko Tottenham this Saturday (20 July), and will feature the likes of ELLADHC b2b Chey Selecta, T Dunn, Isaac Carter and some yet-to-be announced special guests.
All the proceeds from ticket sales will go towards organisations working on the ground in the Caribbean, with many parts being left wrecked by the Category 5 Atlantic storm – the earliest ever in hurricane season, and the most severe designation on the scale.
“The impact of Hurricane Beryl in the Caribbean has been catastrophic, and as a venue deeply connected to the Afro-Caribbean community, we feel a profound responsibility to contribute to the relief efforts. Despite the challenges in identifying reliable channels for aid donations, our collaboration with organisations like Black Lives Matter and Passa Production, which have teams on the ground, has been instrumental,” the team behind Moko said in an email.
“We are committed to supporting five grassroots organisations through the funds we raise. Last weekend, the door sales from our sister venue, Jumbi, generated £3,000, which we’ve already donated. Our aim is not only to provide immediate relief for those affected by Hurricane Beryl but also to bring attention to the ongoing threats of the hurricane season. Our contributions, though modest, reflect our dedication to aiding the community in these trying times. Even if you can’t make the event we encourage people to donate by buying a ticket. If you want to help in another way, links to relief efforts are in ours and BLM’s Instagram bios.”
In an Instagram post announcing the event, Black Artist Database and Moko wrote: “Join us for an epic night of music, dance and unity as Black Artist Database teams up with Moko Tottenham to raise funds for grassroots organisations providing relief for Hurricane Beryl across the Caribbean.
“This isn’t a party – it’s a mission!” they continued. “Every ticket, every dance move, and every donation goes straight to grassroots heroes on the ground, working tirelessly to rebuild and restore the beautiful Caribbean.”
Founded in 2020 in the wake of the murder of George Floyd, Black Artist Database are a collective who platform Black artists and creatives via their online platform and live event series.
“Black Artist Database is deeply saddened by the destruction and displacement caused to our family, friends and community across the Caribbean. Both personally and in music we owe massive amounts to the Caribbean diaspora, and we are grateful to have the resource and opportunity to help with the efforts helping our people on the ground,” they commented.
“We’d really encourage you to buy a ticket to the dance, raise awareness in your networks and community, and donate further if you can. Thanks to the team at Moko for hosting for such a worthy cause.”
For more information and tickets click here.
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