The Kickback

06/08/2025

🇯🇲 Happy 63rd Independence Day, Jamaica 🇯🇲
Likkle but never to be overlooked.

From Queen Nanny and Samuel Sharpe, who led our ancestors in rebellion,
To Garvey, who gave us vision.
From Louise Bennett-Coverley, who preserved our language,
To Bob, whose sound became our soul.
From Bolt and Fraser-Pryce, who made the world stop and stare,
To every Jamaican redefining culture across the globe — this day is yours.

We honour the land that shaped legends.
The island where resistance is heritage.
And the people who walk with pride, run with fire, and speak with purpose.

Today, we celebrate the past, power, and potential of Jamaica.
Forever bold. Forever Innovative. Forever brilliant.

04/08/2025

🌆 AFTER WORK, WE OUTSIDE!
🎶 Amapiano Edition is loading… 👀

The city’s flyest rooftop is calling you to clock out and vibe up. Come sip, sway, and celebrate the end of the week with us – South African heat meets London chic. 💃🏾🔥

📅 Friday, 12th September 2025
🕕 6PM – 11PM
📍 Rooftop Venue, Central London

Expect:
✨ Amapiano bangers
🍹 Cocktails flowing
🕺🏾 Black joy, good energy & even better people

🪩 Rooftop. Sunset. Vibes.
🎟️ Tickets on sale now – link in bio.

03/08/2025

03/08/2025

Friday after work official album is now live on our page

Massive thank you to everyone who came through

Shoutout to our phenomenal host and our incredible attendees and prize winners (lookout for your prize emails tomorrow)

29/07/2025

We’re 3 days out from Friday After Work – RNB Edition and hope your outfit’s ready, your crew’s locked in, and your vocals are warmed up 👀

This Friday, we’re building an RNB universe just for you.

🎧 Name That Throwback
Guess the RNB hit in 3 seconds or finish the lyric.
Solo or team play. Prizes: drinks + VIP event tickets.

🗣 RNB Table Talk Cards
“Brandy or Monica?” “Which song sums up your last situationship?”
The perfect icebreaker for professionals with taste.

📸 Shoot Your Own Album Cover
Mic. Vinyls. Lights. Channel your inner BET Awards energy.

📲 WhatsApp Shoutout Zone (IRL)
The Plug, The Shoutout Zone + a surprise popup—live and direct.

📷 Unlimited Photo Booth Prints
No extra fees. Just good memories in your hands.

🎟️ Final Release tickets are flying—don’t get left watching the recap.

🗓 Friday 1 August | 🕕 6PM – 1AM
📍 Patch St Paul’s, London

Let’s shut summer down

24/07/2025

December 6th #007 returns

Tickets on sale 01/09/2025

18/07/2025

🔥 London, Get Ready! 🔥

The unstoppable Qing Madi is touching down at 042 Lounge for a club night you won’t forget. From “Ole” to “American Love,” she’s bringing the heat and the hits that took over YouTube and your playlists.
✨ Afrobeat. Amapiano. Bashment. Nonstop vibes. ✨

📅 Saturday 26th July 2025
⏰ 11PM – 4AM
📍 7C Advent Way, London N18 3AH

Dress to impress. The energy will be high, the dancefloor will be packed, and the memories? Unmatched.

🎟️ Pull up ready to shut it down.

29/06/2025

✨ FRIDAY AFTER WORK – RNB EDITION ✨

We’re back with the vibes you’ve been waiting for.

🗓️ Friday 1 August 2025
📍 Patch St Paul’s, London
🕕 6PM – 1AM

This isn’t your average after work drink-up.
Come through for:
✔️ Smooth RNB all night
✔️ Good food & signature cocktails
✔️ Real connections with London’s dopest professionals
✔️ A dance floor ready to shut it down

🎟️ Tickets are officially live—don’t wait around.



🔗 Hit the link in bio to secure your spot.

11/06/2025

is coming to the UK

THE KICKBACK x YE BO GAME — PLAYHOUSE: UK EDITION

🗓️ Thursday 26th June | 📍Red Bull Gaming Sphere, London

We’re back outside, and this time we’re bringing Amsterdam energy to London for a special UK edition of PLAYHOUSE — hosted at the iconic Red Bull Gaming Sphere.

The Kickback is teaming up with Ye Bo Game, the dopest game-night crew in Amsterdam repping Black and Mixed-heritage professionals — and we’re taking over Red Bull’s HQ for a night of non-stop vibes, connection and playful chaos.

Expect everything from 30 Seconds, Pictionary, Ping Pong, Ludo, Uno, to FIFA 25, Beer Pong, Connect 4, Life-Size Jenga, and whatever else we can fit on the table — plus high-energy dance and music games that’ll have you out your seat and in your bag.

Did we mention unlimited Red Bull based cocktails all night?

And the soundtrack?

We’ve got DJ Dele Wele on the warm-up with the smoothest blends to keep you grooving. When the games are done he’ll lock in the bangers and set the floor on fire. Holding the mic and keeping the madness flowing is none other than our day-one host MC JGabz from The Kickback and Dele Wele from Ye Bo Game — if you know, you know.

Whether you’re pulling up solo or rolling deep, just know this:

PLAYHOUSE is where vibes meet legacy.

Let’s game. Let’s connect. Let’s play like we own the room.

Follow and see you on June 26th

25/05/2025

‼️IT’S TIME‼️

FAQs – Playhouse: Ballie Ballerson Takeover
Where’s the venue?
Ballie Ballerson, 97-113 Curtain Rd, London EC2A 3BS

What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 6PM. Last entry is 7:30PM sharp. No re-entry after that.

Is there parking?
There’s no official parking at the venue. It’s Bank Holiday weekend, so you might be able to find nearby street parking—but we strongly recommend using public transport.

Is there a cloakroom?
Yes. Cloakroom is available and managed by venue staff.

Is this a dating event?
No. Playhouse is a space to connect, not a singles night. Come open to meeting people in all contexts—friendship, professional links, whatever feels natural.

Will food be available?
Yes. Ballie Ballerson’s kitchen is open until 11PM.

What’s the dress code?
Smart casual. You’re going to be in a ball pit—dress with that in mind.

Can I transfer my ticket to someone else?
All tickets are final. Transfers are not allowed.

Will tickets be sold on the door?
No. All tickets must be purchased in advance.

Will photos or videos be taken?
Yes. Content will be captured throughout the night for marketing purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed or filmed.