Afrocluster
Afro Cluster is a Cardiff-born collective inspired by the legacy of West-African funk/Afrobeat and golden age Hip-Hop. The creative ethos behind their work is to instigate love and hope in an increasingly hostile world. Across their catalogue you will hear strong rhythms and jazzy refrains emboldened by motivational lyrics penned and delivered by emcee Skunkadelic. … Continue reading
The Allergies
The duo of DJ Moneyshot and Rackabeat have been delighting dancefloors and lighting up the radio airwaves since forming The Allergies and releasing their debut album in 2016. Year in, year out, they’ve sharpened their skills on the turntables and in the studio, dropping one dynamite record after another. Touring the world, clocking up A List … Continue reading
Amy True
Amy True has been delivering a politicised fusion of hip hop, jazz and soul since the early 2000s. Her sound is a steady stream of rebellious rap delivered atop soulful melodic hooks; using lyrics to conscientiously provoke a shift in her audience’s perspective. Dealing with contemporary issues while continually doing the shadow work of everyday … Continue reading
An Dannsa Dub
Future Dub from Ancient Scotland. Music is one big conversation. And few bands live at the heart of it like An Dannsa Dub. Born from a love of traditional Scottish folk, dub reggae and dance music, together they summon the joyous, communal energy of a cèilidh and a sound system session. Their name comes from … Continue reading
Awen Ensemble
Awen, meaning ‘poetic inspiration’ in Welsh, outlines the intention of their music to explore folkloric heritage, landscape and the human mind, inspiring audiences to reflect on and connect with these subjects. Playing both vocal led and instrumental work, the outfit take inspiration from modal tradition, spiritual jazz, and folk music found across the globe, creating … Continue reading
Binbag Wisdom
Binbag Wisdom are returning to the stage in 2024 with their powerful new show. MCS Binbags and Dur Brain are joined on stage by DMC finalist, DJ Mr Fitz. With a decade of touring behind them, this is a return to the roots of what make Binbag Wisdom great: Two best friends, sharing their infectious … Continue reading
Broken Brass
Broken Brass Ensemble injects the traditional New Orleans brass with a fusion of hiphop, funk, soul, dance, jazz (and much more) and turn it into a blazing mixture of energy. They’re taking brass to a new level, creating a 2.0 version of the vibrant New Orleans brass sound in a light you’ve never seen before! … Continue reading
Conservatoire Folk Ensemble
The UK’s biggest folk band, The Conservatoire Folk Ensemble, are back for their now legendary annual tour. “Truly the most joyous noise I have ever heard and re-affirming my faith in the potential of the human race.” Jon Bens The band’s touring line-up features a stage-challenging 50 members. Among them are 15 horns, four cellos, … Continue reading
Coops
Not many rappers can boast that their first ever live performance was at London’s O2 Arena, supporting hip hop legend, Nas. Such was the talent of Coops, who at 23-years-old won Choice FM’s Breakthrough Competition, and the chance to perform alongside one of his formative influences. “I want to be inspired by the greats, rather … Continue reading
Franz Von
Franz Von, a high-energy hip-hop afro fusionist, seamlessly combines rap, spoken word, and social commentary. Renowned as the dynamic emcee of Afrofusion kings K.O.G. & The Zongo Brigade and jazz fusionists TC & The Groove Family, Franz Von now introduces his electrifying hip-hop afrofusion ensemble. This well-established artist blends live drums, keyboard, MPC, and bass … Continue reading
Friendly Fire Band
Introducing the Friendly Fire Band, Birmingham UK’s most active Reggae/Dancehall live outfit both in the stage and in the studio with releases on the Friendly Fire Music label. 2022 has been a BIG year for the band who’s track, “It’s a Brum Ting” was picked up by the BBC for all their coverage of the Commonwealth games … Continue reading
Hannabiell & Midnight Blue
Led by multi instrumentalist Hannabiell Sanders, this high energy ensemble is nothing less than exhilarating as it fuses together African & Latin percussion, reggae, Blues, Jazz, Afro-beat, Funk and dance music, to create their unique sound. The music created from this fusion is an organic blend of powerful and upbeat drums, brass, vocal chants, and … Continue reading
The Hempolics
The Hempolics are out to put those organic rootsy vibes back into music; with their fat radio-friendly hooks, bumping soundsystem bass and a wanderlusty, ineffably real sound all of their own… Over years of recording top international talent The Hempolics enigmatic leader, Grippa Laybourne, has been carefully honing his own masterpiece and selecting a gang … Continue reading
Hiphoppapotamus
Sunshine music for the masses! The happy hippo always brings the sunshine no matter what the weather. This DJ and producer has created his own unique party vibe by infusing Afro, Latin and Caribbean and styles into his tastefully produced selections of Breaks, House, Drum & Bass/Jungle and Hiphop. Both David Rodigan and Craig Charles … Continue reading
Izo Fitzroy
Raw, dynamic performances and honest song writing. That’s what it’s all about with the Jalapeno Records blues songstress – Izo FitzRoy. Uplifting harmonies delivered via her powerful lead vocal and jazz tinged keys work, set her apart from contemporaries and have won her play on BBC 6Music, BBC London, JazzFM, a FIP Selection award, the … Continue reading
Jackson Mathod
Jackson Mathod is a multi-instrumentalist and singer. Drawing on influences from the likes of Miles Davis, Roy Hargrove and Christian Scott to name a few. In times where everything can feel too heavy, Jackson’s music delivers a very simple and universal message : have fun, move, and enjoy the amazing musicianship on display. ‘COME … Continue reading
Jamu
JAMU is a fresh musical collective led by turntablist Mr Fitz, delivering a bold, big sound that’s impossible to ignore. In the past year, they have made a significant impact on the festival scene, becoming a crowd favorite with their unique blend of bass-heavy beats and genre-defying rhythms. They performed at several high-energy events, including … Continue reading
JFB
4 x Champion DJ Title Holder JFB is considered the UK’s leading Scratch DJ and turntablist. JFB is the Vestax/Radio 1 Competition Winner 2003, UK DMC Champion 2007, 2011, 2015, Red Bull Thre3style European & African Wildcard Champion 2016, Red Bull Thre3style World Championship finalist 2016 and IDA UK Technical Champion 2019. This year sees … Continue reading
Jinjé & A Brief Utopia
Jinjé, also known as Lee J Malcolm (formerly of Vessels), brings a rich musical history with extensive support from Radio 1, 6Music, and international platforms like XLR8TR. His productions have earned accolades from tastemakers like Jon Hopkins, Max Cooper, and nd_baumecker, with tracks featured in sets at iconic venues like Panorama Bar at Berghain. Releases … Continue reading
Kolinga
After 4 years of existence, one album: Earthquake and nearly 150 concerts in duet, Kolinga separates from the loopers to give their music another dimension by integrating new musicians. From French to English, including Lingala, a Congo language cherished by singer Rébecca M’Boungou, their songs, drawing inspiration in the roots of “Black Music”, … Continue reading
The Kubricks
Based in London, The Kubricks are a seven-piece band that seamlessly blends ska, reggae, and irresistibly catchy melodic pop. Having burst onto the scene in 2013 with their debut EP, ‘Wasters & Wannabes’, The Kubricks quickly earned a reputation as one of the must-see ska bands of their generation. Tracks from their debut release received … Continue reading
Lazy Habits
Following in the path of Questlove (The Roots), Lazy Habits carries on the tradition of infusing live bands/instrumentation into Hip-Hop. Big productions, bold brass sections, and cinematic string arrangements accompanied by heavy drums and an underlying current of finessed hip-hop. Lazy Habits music can best be summed up as gritty yet melodic anthems. Having found … Continue reading
Los Dedos
Experience the wild, exotic sound of Los Dedos! Reverb-drenched guitars twang over Latin bass lines and pounding surf beats bringing you rocking instrumentals to shake and shimmy to. This razor-sharp trio combines the classic 60’s sounds of Dick Dale, Link Wray, and The Trashmen, bringing it crashing into the 21st century with a sound like … Continue reading
Lydian Collective
‘Lydian Collective make genre-crashing, boundary-smashing music seem effortless’ – CLASH MAGAZINE ‘Life affirming music’ – Nick Luscombe BBC Radio 3 With over 3 million Spotify streams and more than 1.8 million YouTube views, London-based instrumental jazz/fusion four-piece Lydian Collective are proving themselves a musical tour deforce in the UK and beyond. Their debut album ‘Adventure’ … Continue reading
Matters Unknown
‘MATTERS UNKNOWN’ makes beginnings of us all. In kaleidoscopic visions, forces collide, expand, and contract, as the music finds a balanced path through. This is the debut project from Jonathan Enser (Nubiyan Twist), a multi-instrumentalist and composer. He has assembled an ensemble featuring some of the most powerful forces exploring music in the UK, each … Continue reading
The Mouse Outfit
The Mouse Outfit, a Hip Hop production team and live band hailing from Manchester, is back on tour in 2024 with DJ sets/Soundsystem gigs featuring MCs and full 8-piece live band performances, fronted by MCs Koj and Ayite along with special guests at selected locations. Known for their jazz-influenced boom bap, they’ve released three studio … Continue reading
Nebula Sun
Drawing you in with progressive grooves, energetic rhythms and jazz fluidity, Nebula Sun launches you into psychedelic space with their evolving riffs that weave through thick layers of delay and distortion. Whilst leaning into moments of ‘raw chaos’ with their double saxophone and heavy bass, Nebula Sun also bring moments of tranquillity with soulful vocals … Continue reading
Old School Funky Family
We are very pleased to announce that we are working with the stellar stars of France’s musical community, the Old School Funky Family! Their goals are to shake the “dancefloor” while flattering the most sophisticated ears! – “An original concert, energetic but beware: a groove in place, impeccable sounds, real musicians … is at the confluence of … Continue reading
Omega Nebula
Omega Nebula are a husband and wife, electronic duo, taking influence from Jamaican and UK sound system culture. Their music is a blend of hard hitting dub, high spirited reggae and powerful bass, all brought together by their own joyfully uplifting and recognisable sound. Multi-instrumentalists Adjua and Dean Forrest, who together fronted eight piece reggae … Continue reading
Pigeon Wigs
Pigeon Wigs are a 5-Piece alt rock band sprung from Cardiff’s fertile soil. Their riff-laden fuzzy tones and melodic harmonies come crashing together to form a wild beast like no other. Whether aiming their sights at social commentary, dysfunctional relationships or alien abductions they leave you ravenous for their next drop. Having already received … Continue reading
Plantfood
Plantfood are a six-piece, blood-pumping jazz force, summoning an intricate mix of electronic and acoustic layers, with influences ranging from spiritual jazz to contemporary club music. Plantfood’s sound draws inspiration from artists such as The Prodigy, John Coltrane, and Nubiyan Twist. From the mosh pit to serene soundscapes and back again, the journey Plantfood takes … Continue reading
Potter
Potts is a natural soul singer, lyrically honest with a penchant for a catchy chorus, he’s as happy on his own with a guitar and kick drum as he is fronting a heavy band. Since the heady days as guitarist and singer of former festival favourites ‘Yes Sir Boss’, he has immersed himself in the … Continue reading
Sam Redmore & The Tropical Soundclash
Producer and artist Sam Redmore is shaping a career as one of the UK’s most exciting new talents. His path has seen him evolve from club DJ and promoter, to remixer responsible for a host of masterly edits, to lighting up airwaves and stages from London to LA with his original productions and killer live … Continue reading
State Of Satta
State of Satta are a dynamic 7-piece Reggae band hailing from Leeds. Formed in the turbulent year of 2020, they’ve quickly made waves in the UK music scene with their energetic stage presence and triumphant sound. Their rambunctious bass lines and beautifully crafted multi-lingual melodies in French, Spanish, and English set them apart, carrying on … Continue reading
TC & The Groove Family
TC & The Groove Family are a 10-piece collective whose music celebrates the coming together of cultures, and the unity that music can provide for everyone. Driven by drummer Tim Cook, their live shows are powerful and dynamic, exploring grooves and genres from the UK and around the world, including afrobeat, breakbeat, jungle, jazz and highlife. … Continue reading
Urban Folk Quartet
“Up there with the best of them – amazing musicians.” – BBC Radio 2 Folk Show “I was absolutely slain by UFQ. Fans of ambitious folk should check this out.” The Telegraph “A sizzling hot ensemble who fuse folk with elements of dub, house and rock with an ease that shouldn’t naturally follow that list of genres. … Continue reading
Vincen García
Vincen García is a renowned professional bass player, widely recognised for his presence on Instagram, where he has amassed over 245,000 followers. In September 2023, Vincen joined Cory Wong’s European tour, adding another milestone to his already impressive career. Following years of stage and studio experience, he has recently launched his debut studio album alongside … Continue reading
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