SECTOR 93
07 MAR 26
EL PASO SOUNDSYSTEM
EL PASO SOUNDSYSTEM
El Paso Soundsystem started in 2017, out of Kallithea. Concrete blocks, tight streets, working-class rhythm. What began as a local frequency moved beyond the neighborhood, carrying bass weight across cities and coastlines.
Rooted in Black music tradition, El Paso treats reggae and dub as living culture. From late-60s foundation and roots selections to steppers, dubwise cuts and fresh productions, the sound stays connected to its source while moving with the present.
Babylon isn’t theory, it’s structure, deciding who is heard and who is silenced, who moves freely and who is contained. And sound is how they push back. Bass refusing to stay quiet, echo stretching further than expected, a steady rhythm cutting through the everyday noise of the system.
Hand-built stacks. Tuned by ear. Made for the dancefloor.
SUPPORT DIY COMMUNITY
SUPPORT DIY COMMUNITY
Deep within the DIY music scene, a vibrant energy thrives—raising awareness, shaping beliefs, and resisting any efforts to diminish its spirit. Through self-organization and collaboration, we challenge the usual organizer-audience setup found in profit-driven entertainment. Instead, we take charge by planning and performing our own gigs. For us, creativity isn’t just about self-expression; it’s a way to reshape and change society. The spirit of DIY is rooted in constantly questioning norms, challenging what’s considered “normal,” and encouraging collective pushback.
We reject passive consumption and instead foster an environment where everyone is invited to actively participate, contribute, and engage with the music and the community. Central to our values is a strong stance against commercialism. Despite the costs involved, we stay true to our tradition of placing a contribution box at the entrance of our events, allowing attendees to give what they can. This ensures that financial limitations never prevent anyone from joining in. To keep these efforts going and support our ongoing projects, we depend on your support. Your contributions directly aid initiatives like maintaining our event space and other ongoing projects.
Together, we work to protect and amplify an uncompromising cultural voice. Through our collective actions, we aim to keep alive a spirit of endless artistic creativity and personal expression, strengthening its resilience against mainstream cultural pressures. This commitment empowers individuals to fully engage with a community that embraces the idea of liberation through fun.
To ensure that all individuals who interact with us feel safe and comfortable, we operate under a no-tolerance policy against any form of discrimination, including but not limited to racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia and ableism.
If you experience discomfort or come across any behavior that is reproachable, please contact an organizer as promptly as possible.