Building a UK Dancehall & Jungle Fanbase Through Live Club Bookings (ft. Genwe)

How can independent producers transition into performing artists while building a career outside major industry hubs? In this episode of Two Beers with the Band, host Chris sits down with Ipswich-based Dancehall and Jungle artist Genwe to discuss self-producing, performing live, curating events, and upcoming releases for 2026 and 2027.    ABOUT THIS EPISODE In this interview, host Chris catches up with UK dancehall and jungle artist Genwe over a 7.0% ABV IPA from Black Abbey Brewing. Together, they explore:   • The DIY Studio Setup: Why buying your own equipment saves money and speeds up the workflow from writing to 24-hour mixing and mastering. • Building Local Roots: How artists from smaller regions like Ipswich can build an audience through frequent weekend club bookings before expanding outward. • Event Coordination & Brand Control: Behind-the-scenes lessons from working with Jam Experience and managing event logistics. • The Support System: How having a dedicated team—including his wife managing schedules, content filming, and TikTok—keeps the artist workflow sustainable. • What's Coming Up: Details on celebrating Jamaican Independence Day live, opening for UK artist ArrDee, and dropping an 8-to-10 track English Grime/UK project.