Established in 2011

At the forefront of Calgary's vibrant nightlife scene, Sub Chakra is a cooperative venture fuelled by a relentless passion for delivering exceptional events rooted in soundsystem culture. Our mission is simple: to create inclusive, community-driven gatherings characterized by meticulously curated music, captivating stage design and interdisciplinary arts; all within a safe and intimate setting.

Dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of sounsystem culture and low-frequency music, Sub Chakra curates sounds that range from foundational roots music all the way to left-field electronic music. The distinct selections of Metafloor, Syntax, Swayze, Tone.D, Method Sound and Swaggacats together create Sub Chakra's signature sound.

Vision

Our vision extends beyond entertainment; we strive to continuously nurture creative arts and nightlife through principles of inclusivity, mutual respect, diversity, collaboration and harm reduction. These are the essential elements of a thriving community.

 

past Concepts

Sub Chakra - Dubfounded - Bass - Soundsystem - YYC Calgary Party - Reggae - Vinyl - 420

Dubfounded

"A night rooted in reggae and dub culture". Hosted at Habitat - a club that's been supporting local music for over 8 years.

With inspiration from the legendary Dub at the Pub residency in Calgary, Sub Chakra aims to push the limits of the electronic dub and roots movement while still playing homage to the foundations of where soundsystem culture all began - straight from J.A.!

This is a forward-thinking night. Built upon hand-selected sounds that brings progression to the night.

Heavy vinyl presence, MC's blessing the mic and dub sirens in full effect.

Sub Chakra - Temple - Bass - Soundsystem - YYC Calgary Party

Temple

Hosted at Koi: A small cafe/bar supporting live music, visual art, and ethical Asian-fusion cuisine - Temple is encompassed in one word: Freedom.

Inspired by a Vancouver based food-drive and originally based on a "pay what you can" system, Temple has grown from a small get together with friends to an opportunity for artists to showcase their sound design without restrictions in an intimate environment.

Land Acknowledgment

We acknowledge that Sub Chakra events take place on the lands of the Treaty 7 territory, traditionally known as Moh’kins’tsis to the Blackfoot, Wîchîspa to the Îyâxe (Stoney) Nakoda, and Guts’ists’i to the Tsuut’ina. This land is home to the Blackfoot Confederacy, comprising the Siksika, Kainai, and Piikani First Nations, as well as the Tsuut'ina and the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, including the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney First Nations, and the Otipemisiwak Métis Government, encompassing Districts 5 and 6.

We acknowledge the original caretakers of this land and recognize the historical and ongoing impacts of colonization on Indigenous peoples. We appreciate the privilege to gather here and acknowledge the profound significance of this land to Indigenous communities.

We understand that acknowledgments alone are not enough. True reconciliation begins with each of us committing to listen, learn, and act as called upon by the communities we live in and alongside.

 
 
 
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