Programme
HOST: SIMON DOUGLASS
12:00 Festival opening with Reeta Chakrabarti
12.10 Kasai Masai
12.50 Gloryuss
13.30 The Snakeoil Rattlers
14.10 Her Name Was?
14.50 JBC
15.30 Ally London
16.10 The Vivettes
16.50 The Fortunistas
17.10 Raffle draw with Sarah Sackman MP
17.30 Dreampark
Artist profiles
12:10 – Kasai Masai
Led by Nickens Nkoso, Kasai Masai is the UK’s premier soukous band. They blend traditional Congolese folklore with infectious guitar melodies and pulsating rhythms, delivering electrifying, high-energy performances that celebrate cultural pride on global stages.
12:50 – Gloryuss
North London rapper and songwriter Gloryuss is a rapidly rising talent in the capital’s music scene. Merging UK Garage with Rap, he is known for catchy flows, quirky sounds, and solid song structures that define his unique style.
13:30 – The Snakeoil Rattlers
A staple of the UK Southern Rock and Americana scene, The Snakeoil Rattlers pair a gritty sound with powerful narrative songwriting. Their distinct style draws frequent comparisons to legends like the Drive-By Truckers and Townes Van Zandt.
13:55 – Her Name Was?
Her Name Was? is an alternative indie duo from Crouch End making waves in the independent scene. Comprised of George and Olivia, the pair draw inspiration from acts like Gorillaz, The White Stripes, and Nirvana, crafting a sound that’s both gritty and melodic.
14:50 – JBC
Sydney-born and London-raised, JBC (Just Be Conscious) fuses Grime, Jazz, and poetic storytelling. Following his 2023 debut, his latest project, Us&We, uses heavy breaks and ambient loops to explore themes of deep unity and musical ecosystem.
15:30 – Ally London
Nashville-raised and London-based, Ally London creates “Sad Pop” that blurs genre lines. Blending jazz-influenced phrasing with cinematic storytelling, her music—as heard on her debut album In Plain Sight—is defined by raw emotional honesty and lush, memorable melodies.
16:10 – The Vivettes
The Vivettes are a high-voltage London trio delivering pure, unfiltered garage rock. Fronted by vocalist/drummer Lydie Gallais, who has an impressive musical heritage, they bring a gritty, retro energy and unstoppable rhythm.
16:50 – The Fortunistas
The Fortunistas are a vibrant collective of seasoned musicians performing upbeat Soul, R&B, and Blues covers. Featuring strong vocals and sharp horn lines, this London-based group brings a professional yet infectious energy to every gig.
17:30 – Dreampark
East Finchley-based nostalgic pop duo Dreampark creates immersive, “retro-futuristic” music. Blending psychedelic rhythms with cinematic visuals, the real-life partners have recorded at Abbey Road and earned acclaim from BBC Introducing for their artfully constructed, dreamy, and surreal pop fantasy.
