Kebra Ethiopia Sound - 20 Year Legacy
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Kebra Ethiopia Sound - 20 Year Legacy
Kebra Ethiopia Sound celebrates a 20-year legacy during this ADE.
We celebrate 20 years of Kebra Ethiopia Sound, two decades of carrying the message of Roots and Culture with love, unity, and humility. From their beginnings in South Africa’s townships to international stages, Kebra Ethiopia has built a sound rooted in community upliftment and the deep vibrations of reggae music.
On the mighty Dutch Covenant Soundsystem, we gather to play records and dance to the sounds of Covenant and Empress Messenjah. A night of message and celebration where we come together as one people, honouring the past and moving forward in unity.
Kebra Ethiopia Sound System, founded in South Africa, are known for their hand-built speakers. They amplify not just dub, but a sound of peace and unity. At ADE, a hosted dance session and a photo installation marks their 20-year journey, from Rastafarian roots to their role as a cultural and political force. On ADE Saturday, the focus widens to artists they bring from the African diaspora and continent, which culminates in an exhibitions at Garage Noord and Felix Meritis framing sound system culture through the lens of social justice.
We have transformed an old car repair shop into a nightclub and restaurant. We tend to program as diversely as possible so that we can welcome our guests into a progressive club. A club for everyone, where anyone can feel at home.
We have transformed an old car repair shop into a nightclub and restaurant. We tend to program as diversely as possible so that we can welcome our guests into a progressive club. A club for everyone, where anyone can feel at home.
Festival FAQ
The ADE 2025 program is still being announced! View the already announced ADE Festival events and all participating venues and artists.
Check out the ADE Program page to discover the ADE 2025 program.
ADE Festival tickets will be sold via the festival event organizers individually. Therefore, we advise you to keep an eye on their own website/socials.
Click here to dive back into the Festival program list of 2025!
Not to worry! Make sure to contact the event (or their ticketing provider) you are visiting as soon as possible with as many details about your order; name, email address, amount of tickets, etc. Once they've recovered your order, the tickets can be resent to your email.
Need help to find your event's contact details? Message us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to help.
Most festival events have an age limit of 18+ (and sometimes even 21+ or 23+). These are Dutch governmental rules which state that below the age of 18 you are not allowed to enter a club.
Please double-check the promoter's or venue's website to be sure you can access the event!
Yes, the Pro Pass grants you access to all ADE official festival events. Even if a festival event is sold out, you can still access the event with your ADE Pro Pass wristband. During ADE there are over 500 festival events and hundreds more cultural and conference events you can enter with the wristband. One thing to keep in mind is that there is a limited capacity that each venue can take into account for ADE Pro wristband holders. This means that, for some of the more crowded events, you have to arrive early to ensure attendance. Once capacity is reached, ADE Pro holders will be let into the event on a one in-one-out basis.
We dance together, so please be mindful of yourself and each other. We expect an open attitude from our visitors towards other guests, regardless of their origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion and age. If you see or experience any unwanted attention, harassment or behavior of any kind that makes you uncomfortable, please speak out and notify staff.
Please keep in mind: we love being your annual host, therefore, we would like to ask you to enjoy yourself responsibly.
ADE is proud partner of the Celebrate Safe campaign.
Check out Unity's tips to Celebrate Safe during ADE:
♥ I love my ears
♥ Using alcohol or other drugs is never without risks
♥ Know your limits and respect those of others
♥ Enjoy safe sex without regrets
♥ Love your body
♥ Get home safe
♥ Take care of each other
♥ The crew is there to keep you safe
Have fun and Celebrate Safe!
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