Kwassa Kwassa

05/11/2023

Wow, what a night that was!!! Thank you so much to all the amazing people who came down to support our 10 yr bash. Totally blown away by all the love in the room, it was very a special evening.

Huge respect to and the dream team Tap Social Movement for hosting a brilliant party. And of course it was made extra special by sensational Grupo Lokito who brought a fantastic live show to town!!

Can’t wait to see you all again soon. Next up Bossaphonik on 17th Nov - check out their socials for tickets

29/10/2023

We’ve had so much fun over the last 10 years of DJing!! Not sure the pics ever do justice to the atmosphere but there’s definitely been some booming parties along the way!!

Come dance the night away with to celebrate on Saturday 4th at with the amazing
Tickets in bio on on our FB page

16/08/2023

Delighted to be part of the Latin extravaganza at the James Street Tavern on 16th September. Should be a cracking party this one! Get your early bird tickets on the link below, when they’re gone…they’re gone!

LA RUMBA OXFORD - A Celebration of Latin American dance and music!

Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere as talented musicians and DJs take the stage, delivering the best of salsa, bachata, bossa nova, and more. Let the irresistible melodies transport you to the heart of Latin America, where the party never stops!

Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to have a great time, we welcome everyone to come and enjoy the festivities. Shake your hips, learn some new moves, or simply groove to the music with friends and fellow Latin music enthusiasts.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the electrifying energy of Latin music right here in Oxford. Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and get ready to dance the day away at LA RUMBA OXFORD - Latin Music Celebration!

We'll have four bands, two dance classes, and some authentic South American foods to keep you going throughout the day.

Tickets can be found at eventbrite.co.uk/e/la-rumba-oxford-latin-music-celebration-tickets-697974930807?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwAR0uumuiYYhO5zunE_AHwZ4indHk6qlsQSR163OG0693fTwFWct87tX20YA

14/08/2023

Hi folks! No Dj sets for a while as I’ve been mostly stuffing my face and having holiday fun with my team. There’s a new mix up on mixcloud of delicious summer tunes to keep you going (link in bio) but also loads more nights coming soon:

Fri 18th August - I’ll be spinning laid back tunes in the covered market at 7-11

Sat 2nd September we’re playing in the doing the final party slot at the George Hotel 10:30 til late

NEW DATE: Saturday 16th September we’re rounding off the latin extravaganza at the James Street Tavern. Very special one this so get your tickets from James St. Tavern before they go!

Saturday 23rd Sept - We’re back at our spiritual home 8 til late for our usual tropical dance floor session

See you all on a dance floor somewhere soon x

07/05/2023

Today I’ve been enjoying this tasty rap music from Ivory Coast c.1980 courtesy of Abijan City Breakers. This and many more tropical treats for you Friday 12th 8-12. Come join us and stretch your musical horizons!!

17/01/2023

We’re spreading out our gigs a bit this year so next Kwassa Kwassa is Saturday 4th March at 7-12. Get it in your diary and come join us for serious dance floor heat!!

06/01/2023

Happy new year from team Kwassa! We're back for an early trip to the dancefloor this Saturday 7th Jan at Tap Social Movement, 7- midnight. Expect delicious vinyl treats from across the globe, and some lovely people. Hope to see you there!

02/12/2022

This Saturday we’re back at our spiritual home 7-late. Lots of fresh tunes come Ming your way to get you shaking on the dance floor. See you there

17/11/2022

Fresh wax arrived just in time for Friday night with at . Some special tunes packed for this one. All vinyl, all evening, all goodness! See you there

26/10/2022

🍇 Join us at the wonderful SILVIE on Oxford's Iffley road for annual BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEAU party on Friday 18th November for a night of drinking, eating, music & merriment. We'll be on the decks spinning a very special all vinyl set while Greg and his team will be pouring nouveau all night & serving up delicious food!

🍇 Tickets are £18 and include a glass of natural nouveau and our COQ-AU-BOJO OR VEG-AU-BOJO* (vegan). There’ll be Beaujolais galore from Jean-Claude Lapalu and Domaine Saint Cyr, both available by the glass, carafe and bottle and pouring cuvées from the region's best naturally-leaning producers as well as local craft beers & seasonal softs.

🍇 Arrive from 6pm, nab a table, enjoy your food and get down with the nouveau, revelry, music and general party vibes until 10pm. Check out for tickets

27/09/2022

Catch us on Saturday night playing the very best tropical vinyl at the one and only from 7pm. We’re bringing our good pal up from the East to join the party and if that wasn’t enough Tap have also laid on a Oktoberfest beer bonanza! See you there people

15/09/2022

Records packed and ready for action! Looking forward to a boogie on Cowley road Friday night at the James Street Tavern. See you there 8 til late

07/09/2022

Massive thanks to everyone who made it down to Tap last week. Next up Cowley! We’re playing piles of delicious vinyl on the Fri 16th at 8 til late. It’s gonna be a blast!

02/09/2022

Summer fading… we’ll no problem! Join us and the awesome TwoManTing for some serious tropical heat at Tap Social Movement Botley tomorrow night. We’ve got stacks of great records ready to warm the dance floor and it’s free entry to boot. See you there

23/08/2022

Dates, dates, dates! After a brief summer break we’re back in Oxford spinning the very finest tropical records! Catch us at first Saturday of every month and for a special Friday night on the 16th of September at the awesome . Can’t wait to see you all on a dance floor again soon 🙌🙌🙌

30/06/2022

Heads up people…our next gig is in Cowley at the awesome on the 16th July. We’re on the decks 10-late!!
No Tap social this month (sorry I’m off to the cricket 😋) but no worries cos our pal and crew are booming this Saturday night at Tap!

29/05/2022

I’m no monarchist but I do like a double bank holiday!! We’re playing Saturday night at for our jubilee fun. Join us for the usual tropical dance floor treats 7 til late

09/05/2022

Kwassa Kwassa are back in East Oxford at the awesome for another night of Afro-Latin dance floor action! This time we’ve lined up my our old pal and funkateer extraordinaire to join us behind the decks, it’s gonna be BIG! 9-late at the James Street Tavern and free entry to boot.

04/05/2022

Nearly the weekend folks. We’re bringing the smiles to the dance floor this Saturday down at 7-late. Come join us for a boogie friends!

20/03/2022

Dates, dates, dates. Sunshine is finally here and we’ll be bringing our tropical sounds to again soon. Stick em in ya diary folks

18/03/2022

Ready for the weekend? Here’s some delicious dance floor cadence to get your party started! We’re at Saturday night, 9 til late for more like this… see you there

08/03/2022

Next Kwassa Kwassa is at the awesome James St. Tavern on March 19th. Here’s a little mix to keep you going until then. Play it loud to warm up your evening!!

Highlifecalypsosocacadencefunk! A fresh selection of tropical treats to warm you into spring. Vinyl only selection of my latest finds... enjoy

06/03/2022

Wow, what a night!! Massive thanks to all the smiling faces at tap social last night, absolutely incredible pandemic crushing scenes. Big shout to BUSC - Brass United Social Club and Sol Samba for the massive live sets!! Thanks as ever to lovely staff from Tap Social Movement for having us and of course the one and only Garvin Dan Jiminez for bringing the smiles to the dance floor as only he can. Much love to you all 🙌🙌🙌

25/02/2022

Kwassa Kwassa DJs are heading back to East Oxford. Delighted to be back at the awesome on March 19th for some late night tropical Cowley dance floor action! See you there…

22/02/2022

Lots of gigs coming up in March so digging at home to get a fresh selection ready. Check out the amazing ‘Guaganco in Jazz’. More of these treats soon at and … watch this space

12/02/2022

For Kwassa Kwassa this month we’re delighted to have special guests Sol Samba playing a live Samba set!! Of course backed up by the Kwassa DJs spinning the very finest tropical tunes! Sat 5th March 7 til late. Free entry

02/02/2022

Looking forward to playing a heap of top new tropical tunes this Saturday night. Expect the usual mix of Afro, Caribbean and Latin dance floor fillers. Come on down to Tap Social Movement, free entry.

After a brilliant NYE show we’re back to business every first Saturday of the month . Join us on the 5th of Feb for loads of incredible tropical records to dance ya socks off to! 7 til late, free entry

18/01/2022

After a brilliant NYE show we’re back to business every first Saturday of the month . Join us on the 5th of Feb for loads of incredible tropical records to dance ya socks off to! 7 til late, free entry

01/01/2022

Well that was a whole lot of fun!!! Massive thanks to everyone who made it down to last night for the warmest and friendliest NYE party. Big up for bringing the vibes to the mic and massive love to all the wonderful staff from for the incredible hospitality. We’ll be back soon…