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AAA Gripper have seemingly dropped out of nowhere but the story goes back. The idea was conjured in the summer of 2023 at the first Wrong Speed Records festival in the town of Glastonbury. Inspired by a weekend of radical sounds and fine company a decision was made - 'let's try something'.
Recording hours and hours of bass and drums in deep Somerset then editing it down to a sharp and concise 32 minutes. From Can's Lost Tapes boxset to No Means No's 0+2=1 via a thousand song structure decisions. Wild guitar strafe and precise hyper vocal added. Nine tight tunes magically appeared. The band raised a glass of tea. The band was born. The 'something' had worked.
We Invented Work For The Common Good is a deep dive into the world of the working person. How we end up. Why we climb onto the conveyer belt and never get off. The front cover is one of many of the same photo taken every day, on the walk to work, the dark mills looming - KEEP THEM BUSY, THEY WON'T RISE UP.
Music is therapy. They think it's part of the bread and circuses. We know it's armour. We know it's weaponry.
https://aaagripper.bandcamp.com/album/we-invented-work-for-the-common-good
Support comes in the form of miserable songs from These Towns and Shereen Elizabeth.
https://thesetowns.bandcamp.com/album/youll-get-what-youre-given
https://shereenelizabeth.bandcamp.com/
New River Studios stands as a vital cultural artery within North London's Harringay Warehouse District, operating as a not-for-profit arts centre and community interest company. It provides an accessible platform for local artists and creative businesses, offering shared facilities and a space for collaboration that extends beyond mere commerce. This converted furniture warehouse has cultivated a reputation as a significant hub for artistic expression and community engagement.
Inside, the venue retains an industrial charm, with exposed elements softened by the warmth of activity. The air often carries the faint aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingling with the lingering scent of performance, while the tactile experience of worn wooden surfaces and robust, repurposed furniture speaks to its history and practical ethos. It cultivates an atmosphere that is both grounded and creatively charged, a genuine reflection of its artistic purpose.
Practically, the venue features a well-stocked bar and café, serving a selection of craft beers, coffees, and casual fare like pizzas and vegan brownies. It also houses recording and rehearsal studios, supporting musicians and creatives. The space is designed with accessibility in mind, offering a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Throughout the year, New River Studios hosts a diverse calendar of events, ranging from live music performances and art exhibitions to workshops, educational programmes, and pop-up experiences. These gatherings draw a varied audience, reinforcing its role as a dynamic centre for cultural exchange and creative development within the local and wider London arts scene.
199 Eade Rd,
Harringay Warehouse District,
Haringey,
Greater London,
England,
N4 1DN.
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