Support Squat

Squat (FKA Places) is a radio-DJ collective based in Hamilton, Ontario dedicated to creating alternative musical conditions and ecosystems within the city. Between major cities that are known for established nightlife and music scenes, Hamilton has traditionally been underfunded and rely on artists’ one-off DIY events. We believe art should not be one-off windows but opportunities to create conditions and collective action.

ALL proceeds are reinvested into Squat project — event organizing, paying DJ talent, small gear investment for communal use, and overall making things more inclusive and accessible.

Squat sees it through with the end goal of creating a sustainable music selection culture — by prioritizing Hamiltonian emerging DJs, selectors, live acts, and music aficionados at the very core of our programming—from leading DJ workshops, playing on air during our weekly radio shows, curated live events, and equipping participants knowledge and skills for self-discovery to lead future workshops. Places is an alternative musical ecosystem that puts music and people first, and is interested in cross-medium experimentations and knowledge-making.