DubWhy History Show

The DubWhy History Show presented by Diox & Chills Myth!

Episode 1 featuring Invizible Circle members J Bravo, King Monk & Oddball.

In this debut episode we discuss their history and importance in bring together the Leeds/DubWhy scene. Their roots, inspirations and tales of the birth of Hip-Hop in the UK.

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Invizible Circle was a Leeds-based Hip Hop collective and network that brought together MCs, DJs, producers, artists and affiliated crews. Emerging around the early 2000s, it created opportunities for local artists to collaborate, develop their music, produce releases and build their own infrastructure.

The collective included people associated with groups such as Junkyard Tactics, Minority Rules, Breaking the Illusion, Geno Fam and LSi. Its approach was rooted in collaboration, self-organisation and the development of Leeds talent, with members contributing their skills and resources to help move projects forward.

Invizible Circle also received recognition for its contribution to the local music scene, receiving a Black Achievers Wings’ Award in the Arts category in November 2002. Its musical activity included releases through I.C. Records, including Minority Rules’ Don’t Stop and Junkyard Tactics’ Takin’ Over. The collective’s work extended beyond music.

Invizible Circle Education (I.C.E.D.), established in 2006, developed the educational and community side of this work, using creative activities and Hip Hop as ways to engage young people and communities. This history forms part of the wider story of Leeds Hip Hop: a culture developed by local artists and communities through music, creativity, independent organisation and knowledge-sharing.