Rendezvous Projects presents ‘Pirate Frequencies: Echoes of East London’ at V&A East’s Sound Clash – Friday 12 April

We’re proud to be taking part in Sound Clash, a free public event from V&A East happening on Friday 12 April from 4pm to 9pm across Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Part of the back2back series, Sound Clash invites visitors to explore the deep connections between sound, space and place in East London.

From the high rise of pirate radio to makeshift sound systems linking the River Lea to the Caribbean Sea, Sound Clash features live performances, sonic sculptures, sound system trails and hands-on workshops from a wide range of artists and collectives.

Our contribution is ‘Pirate Frequencies: Echoes of East London’, a sound installation broadcast via five hidden transmitters across the park. Visitors can tune in to rare recordings from 1980s and ’90s pirate and community radio stations, interwoven with new interviews featuring:

Randall, Cool Hand Flex, Uncle 22, Wacko, Linden C, Mike Stone, Gordon Mac, Andy Clockwork, Steve B and Roy Balforth, as they share memories of stations such as Rave FM, Dance FM, Eruption, Friends FM and Kiss FM.

🎧 To experience our work, pick up free headphones from Hackney Bridge reception and explore the park. Please note, headphones are available between 4pm and 7pm.

✂️ Plus – Zine-Making Workshop with Sweet-Thang Zine

Join Sweet Thang at Hackney Bridge for a hands-on workshop inspired by the pirate radio archive.

Two sessions: 5–6pm and 6–7 pm. Both are free. Just turn up, but to note, these are offered on a first come, first serve basis. All material are supplied.

Time and location

🗓️ Friday 12 April, 4–9pm
📍 Hackney Bridge & Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
🔗 More info & optional sign-up. |
🗂️ Download the full programme as a PDF