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Chris Grant

@simbaselecta

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dj // producer // vibes man ✨
quintessentials // hot peas n butter // shadeleaf

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So back in 2014, I released a jam called ‘Phase Seq One’ on @dickytrisco @hometapingiskillingmusic label via @theblessedmadonna hook up and eventual remix (the kick drum on this remix is ridiculous btw for those who steal wicked kick drums, cheers Marea! ☝🏽)

This release seemed to go over well and ultimately led me meeting @thatmanmonkz over at @ohceeh house (sure @tomboogizm was there too - big ups to both!) 👊🏽

Anyway, I found Scott to be like a big brother who REALLY schooled me on the music business, how to craft and sell records while totally broadening my whole outlook as dj, producer and as a human - my thanks are perpetual 🙏🏽

So #talesfromthegreenroom was created for #shadeleaf in 2016 and remains one of my favourite releases with the lead track ‘Make Your Move (Pressure)’ ft @justingordonmusic amazing vocals now featuring on the best of VA being released Friday 1/12/23 on @bandcamp and major streaming platforms 💚

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Thanks again to everyone who came down to our August event. Huge shout out to the team:

🎧 @djemmaellis @jason_marx_dj @emiiyuu_dj @simbaselecta 💃@theemoxie_ @ckhendricks01 🧡 @xhellhatedharpyx @spenny_y_y @artand_joy 🏠 @artchpreston 🎊 @dedgudspaces 📸 @gemblack.photography

Only one left to go in 2026

Sunday the 1st of November
3PM-7PM
Artch in Preston
Lenny Ye$, damian holden, Dave Ritsonm Jason Marx
Tickets are £10 (inc BF) on Skiddle

Dress code: completely up to you and however you feel comfy.

Event info:
• Ground floor venue
• Accessible Facilities
• Service/ES animals welcome
• Step-free venue
• Earplugs available on site
• Flexible Seating available
• Sensory space
• Gender Neutral toilets
• Large icons and signage for amenities
• Venue layout available on our Instagram page
• Low-income tickets available
• Free personal assistant tickets (message page)
• Wheelchair/crutch queue jump (message page)
• Digital detox space
• Friendly Security
• Diverse lineups

Everyone has the right to feel safe. At SWDC, everyone can dance how they want, dress how they want, love who they want & be who they want. Consent is Key. Respect personal boundaries and always make sure interactions are welcome.

Anyone spoiling the safe space policy will kindly be asked to leave. by @simbaselecta

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one for the Sunday boogie down crew!
@sexywokediscoclub comin’ live n direct from 3pm at @artchpreston with tix available on Skiddle

vibe providers pon deck inc @djemmaellis @emiiyuu_dj and @jason_marx_dj

everyone is welcome! 🧡 by @simbaselecta

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2 months ago

full p-town all stars squad from 3pm this sat celebrating 20 years of @theferretpreston 🎶💚✨ by @simbaselecta

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Tiny human number 2 incoming December 2026 ✨💖🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 by @simbaselecta

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2 months ago

TOMORROW AT THE MOORBROOK ‼️

DJ Simba joined by Paul from Nodding Dog Disco is back on the decks from 5pm till 10pm, for an afternoon and evening packed with jazz, soul, funk, disco, boogie, house, R&B and plenty more. 🎵

Come down, grab a drink, and enjoy nothing but good music and great vibes.

Good music. Good people. Good vibes. ❤️

@simbaselecta @paul_ndd @noddingdogdisco by @simbaselecta

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2 months ago

Sunday 16th of August @artchpreston 3PM-7PM tickets on Skiddle or follow the link in our bio.

Credit -
Footage - @_g_breezy
DJs
@discodoyenne
@jason_marx_dj
@djbessiewoo
@damianholdendj
Decor
@dedgudspaces
Dancers
@theemoxie_
@ckhendricks01
Care team
@spenny_y_y
@gratiscatharsis
Venue
@artchpreston by @simbaselecta

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Sunday 16th of August 3PM - 7PM at @artchpreston Preston 22, 24 Gradwell Street, PR1 8SD. Tickets £10 on Skiddle.

PLEASE READ THE VIBE CHECK ON OUR PAGE

Lovely people, lovely music, lovely vibes; party No1 complete! Sexy Woke Disco Club returns for our second party of 2026!

Last year, we threw a secret party where our friends could feel safe & listen to funky music. Building on that original ethos, we’re bringing three parties to Artch in Preston this year. The aim is to grow and learn as we develop to be the most inclusive party we can be.

The events are digital detox, and phones will have stickers placed on the camera to encourage people to live in the moment. Digital cameras are welcome. Our lineups will be local and actively diverse, challenging industry statistics. We will be using Serenity security, who manage many venues in Manchester's gay village, and we have a care team on hand to make you feel welcome. There are also low-income tickets available for those who need them, and we actively encourage feedback.

Everyone is welcome at Sexy Woke Disco Club - whether you're black, white, gay, straight, trans, cis, 20 or 120. We're just here to have a good time and make friends. We want our events to be a safe space for everyone. Whether it's the way you look, the way you dress, or the way you choose to identify, everybody should feel welcome in our house.

VENUE - DISABILITY & ACESSIBILITY

Ground floor venue
Accessible Facilities
Service/ES animals welcome
Step-free venue
Earplugs available on site
Flexible Seating available
Sensory space
Universal toilets
Large icons and signage for amenities
Venue layout available on our instagram page
Low-income tickets available
Free personal assistant tickets (message page)
Wheelchair/crutch queue jump (message page) by @simbaselecta

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one for the books at @chewsyard 🙌🏽

me and my dad @djdesgrant b2b for the first time in a decade 🎶

many thanks to everyone who came through, danced and sang their way through the searing heat - the friends and family stamina crew showed out proper ✨

Anyone fancy round 2? 😉 by @simbaselecta

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4 months ago

Family Affair
DJs Des Grant and Simba

Location: Chew's Yard
Date: Saturday 20th June
Time: 8pm until late
Entry: Free

Father and son. Des Grant and Simba bring a night of RnB, disco, boogie, hip hop, house and retro club classics.

Des Grant is a Preston DJ with over 40 years of experience, known for his upbeat energy and engaging style. He began his career playing weddings before establishing himself in soul and disco, leading to residencies at well known venues in Preston including Squires and Browns RnB Bar.

Across his career he has played to crowds that included artists such as Alesha Dixon, Jazzie B, Kenny Thomas, Alexander O'Neal and Chris Brown.

He later worked with Butlin’s hosting soul weekenders and 70s and 80s events, and has performed at venues including Ronnie Scott’s. His Summer Breeze event in Corfu won Best Soul Holiday Abroad in 2017.

Simba represents the next generation, blending boogie, jazz funk, disco, house, hip hop, techno and bruk. Starting at age 16, he built his reputation on the local DJ circuit and through work with Rock FM.

His productions and DJ sets have gained support from The Blessed Madonna, Dimitri from Paris and Larry Heard, along with backing from Mr Scruff. His vinyl releases have sold out internationally and his recent work continues to build momentum.

Expect a night focused on quality music and a strong atmosphere from two generations of DJs.

📍 Chew's Yard, 103-111 Market Street West Preston PR1 2HB taken in Chew's Yard by @simbaselecta

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FAMILY AFFAIR
Des Grant & Simba

📍 Chew's Yard
📅 Saturday 20th June
⏰ 8pm until late
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

Join Des Grant and Simba for Family Affair, bringing the very best in R&B, soul, disco, boogie, house, hip hop, jazz funk and retro club classics to Chew's Yard.

A Preston DJ favourite with over 40 years behind the decks, Des Grant has packed dancefloors across the UK and beyond, from iconic local venues including Squires and Browns RnB Bar to Butlin's soul weekenders, Ronnie Scott's and award-winning events overseas.

Alongside him, Simba brings a fresh, forward-thinking sound that blends disco, boogie, house, hip hop, techno and bruk. Supported by respected names including The Blessed Madonna, Dimitri From Paris, Larry Heard and Mr Scruff, his productions have sold out on vinyl and gained international recognition.

Expect feel-good anthems, timeless classics, dancefloor favourites and infectious energy from a father-and-son duo who share a passion for great music.

🔥 Free entry | Great music | 8pm until late

📍 Chew's Yard, 103-111 Market Street West, Preston PR1 2HB taken in Chew's Yard by @simbaselecta

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Here’s some of the places you can catch me this month - whether eating, conversating, singing, dancing or whatevering - tha got thee covered! 👊🏽

@mollies_manchester
@outlanesocial
@leylandfestival
@chewsyard
@moorbrook

✌️🏽🎶🪩❤️ by @simbaselecta

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