Artists - 2011 Line-Up
2011 - Full Line Up Announced!
Spanning everything from indie to grime to pop and back again, this years line up looks to blow your socks off!
The Dell Main Stage
Tinie Tempah
The undisputed breakout star of 2010 and man of the moment... Oh yes it’s Tinie Tempah! With a string of number one singles, MOBOS and Brits under his belt, this man can do no wrong and we are pretty darn excited to have him on the BBL bill!
White Lies
A dark-edged trio hailing from London, White Lies take sonic cues from the likes of Joy Division, the Teardrop Explodes, and Echo & the Bunnymen. After releasing two neo-Brit-pop singles on the Young and Lost Club label in 2006 - "Routemaster" (produced by Brit-pop mainstay Stephen Street) and "Three's a Crowd" -- the trio changed musical directions, adopted a new name, adapted a more sombre group persona, and began creating more doomy material… Expect a super tight set complete with thundering drums, bellowing vocals and air punching choruses as White Lies treat you to an unforgettable beach side performance. Marvellous!
Magnetic Man (Live)
...So heavy we had to bring them in by boat, we present to you the three shining lights of dubstep, Skream, Benga and Artwork joining forces to create the super group trio that is Magnetic Man (live). Taking dubstep out of the basement clubs and to the shores of South Wales, this performance not only includes the three kings themselves but an insane live show.
Professor Green
Trading his urban jungle for the beach this June will be London rap sensation Professor Green. Dubbed the British Eminem and recent NME award winner, the east London youngster has gone from strength to strength.
Littering his lyrics with wry pop references, a sharp sense of humour and honesty rarely found in rap music right now, Professor Green is one of the most exciting talents to emerge from 2010 and we can’t wait for him to hit Beach Break!
Example
Elliot John Gleave, better known by his stage name Example, is an English singer and rapper Signed to Data Records. His name arose due to his initials being e.g. which is a common abbreviation for the Latin phrase "exempli gratia", which means "for example"... OOH check him out! Gleave made his breakthrough in 2010, when he released his second album, Won't Go Quietly; which spawned the singles "Watch the Sun Come Up", "Won't Go Quietly", "Last Ones Standing" and "Kickstarts" - all of which peaked within the top 40 in the United Kingdom. His 2010 set drew the masses from the beach to jump up and down to one of his most infectious performances to date and we can’t wait to have him back for 2011.
Katy B
Kathleen "Katie" Brien, better known as rising mega starlet Katy B! A little girl with a big voice, Katy B shot to fame after lending her vocals to a string of Magnetic Man tracks. This year has seen the honey voiced chanteuse step into the limelight, along with a sell out tour and forthcoming album, watch this space as this South London lady is a definite force to be reckoned with! We can’t wait!
Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs
Unbelievably, we are going to see some Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs in Wales this year. These party monsters swing between overt musicality and scarily on-point dance floor sensibility, ripping up clubs around the globe with a live show of bizarre instruments, glitter cannons and, of course, dancing dinosaurs.
His second single, the 'All In Two Sixty Dancehalls EP' has just been released on Greco-Roman and has thrust TEED into the spotlight.
We Are Scientists
Oh yes... New York’s most charming indie band, the epic, We Are Scientists! Brace yourself for a truly infectious performance complete with super catchy guitar riffs, hilarious antics and bags of personality as the Brooklyn boys give it some serious welly!
WE ARE SCIENTISTS ONLINE
Newton Faulkner
What’s that sound... it’s acoustic guitar like we’ve never heard it played before! It’s a throaty but gentle blues croon that speaks of backwoods, beaches and the badlands of, ah, Surrey and its t*u*n*e*s. Faulkner wants to move us, and himself, with his music. It’s his inventiveness that made this 20 something one of the most buzzed-about DIY artists of 2006. With no promotion and bugger-all money his first release, Fat EP, reached Number One on Amazon’s singles chart. The shuffling beats; the laidback scat singing; the ‘tapping’ of strings have struck a chord with anyone who has stumbled across his shows, causing the low-key release to sell-out its 3000 copies. Since then Mr Faulkner has gone from strength to strength, playing sell out gigs here, there and everywhere, and we are honored and excited to have him grace the BBL stage for 2011.
Ed Sheeran
Ed got his break in the crazy world of professional musicality as a roadie with Nizlopi ('JCB Song'). "I did a cover of one of their tracks on YouTube which they saw and liked. They invited me to join them on tour and I learnt everything I know about singing, song-writing and live music from them. As a toddler to a teenager he was hugely influenced hearing his parents play the likes of The Beatles, Van Morrison, Joni Mitchell and Planxty on road trips. His musical cauldron has been further spiced by other personal favourites like Foy Vance, Nizlopi and anything with hip hop credentials. Despite his hectic diary leaving little time to study, Ed managed to bag his GCSE's, including five A's and an A*. He’s also an expert jewellery maker!
ED SHEERAN ONLINE
Beardyman
Beardyman is awesome... He has won pretty much every Beatbox title there is to win and in June 2007, he became the first beatboxer in UK history to win the national championships twice in a row. In 2009 he won the award for Best Mc/Vocalist at the world-renowned breakbeat awards ceremony Breakspoll. As well as being a world-class solo human-beatbox, he uses his voice and live synths, driven through cutting-edge sound-mangling technology to create dance-inducing layered rhythms, breath-taking soundscapes, fully produced songs and tunes, often totally improvised and all created entirely from scratch.
Frankie & The Heartstrings
Frankie and the Heartstrings are indebted to a lineage of vintage indie bands like Pulp, Orange Juice and The Smiths, they make retro-romantic anthems full of swooning and crooning that impressed Florence Welch so much, she even asked the fledgling group to support her on her recent tour.
Yasmin
Aged 21, Yasmin has already crammed several successful careers into one short lifetime. International DJ, respected hip-hop club runner and occasional radio show host, she has supported N*E*R*D, toured Europe with Eve, opened Ibiza Rocks for Dizzee Rascal, played Glastonbury and had a Top 15 hit with Devlin. Now in the midst of the most exciting explosion of young British music in years, she’s about to make her mark as a recording artist in her own right. With a nod to the cooler, beat-driven pop of the 1990s but a contemporary sound that’s all her own, tracks like debut single ‘On My Own’ (made with Shy FX) and the upcoming ‘Finish Line’ (made with Labrinth) confirm the arrival of a major new talent.
Jamie Woon
London, England native Jamie Woon, the son of background vocalist Mae McKenna, debuted in 2006 with a startling folk-soul a cappella update of "The Wayfaring Stranger." Initially issued as a one-sided 12" single, the song was released again the following February with an original, "Gravity," and a pair of remixes, including one by dubstep innovator Burial. BBC Radio DJ Gilles Peterson selected the acappella version for his second Brownswood Bubblers compilation, released later that year, which significantly raised the musician's profile. Fusing dubstep beats and house grooves with his rich bluesy vocals to delightful effect, his recent single ‘Night Air’, which was produced by Burial, has marked him out as a definite one to watch for 2011 and we are very excited to welcome him to the BBL bill!
Ash Grunwald
We’re overly excited to welcome one of Australia’s better exports to our shores. This solo phenomenon is hard to describe but think Sea Sick Steve on steroids. “Fish Out Of Water” is a genre-defying record that is set to take the Australian bluesman to the next level. The thrilling hybrid of styles captured on the album will delight fans of quality Australian music and cement Grunwald’s growing status as one of our most talented and exciting performers, a reputation that’s been building over the past four albums and countless shows on the road, and a reputation that is also spreading globally.
Maverick Sabre
London born, Irish raised MC & singer songwriter Maverick Sabre is breaking the mould. His soulful voice and skilful guitar playing draws audiences in and leaves them in wonder, whilst his social commentary silences crowds. Maverick is picking up awards and headed for big things. Enjoy.
The Milk
Northern Soul rebels The Milk’s have a generation spanning approach to tune busting which commands the feet to dance and the face to smile. Produced by Nextmen DJ-remixer Brad Baloo, their tracks flow from one to the next via whiffs of hip-hop and dance. Something of Plan B and something else of Dexys, watch out for the debut single ‘(all I wanted was) DANGER’ coming out later in March.
Florrie
Florrie originally from Bristol, UK, is a drummer, singer and songwriter. Whilst her solo career is preceded by pop pedigree having drummed for Aleshia Dixon and Girls Aloud, Florrie is now doing everything on her own terms. Expect a performance alternating between drum solos, guitar playing, singing and back to the drums, whilst surrounding imagery channels Marilyn Monroe. Florrie is taking a circuitous route to pop stardom and we hope you’ll enjoy being part of it.
FLORRIE ONLINE
Will & The People
Will and the People is more than just a band. They are a way of life. Living, rehearsing, being together, they are on a journey beyond the realms of conventional popular music. Will and the People have percolated into the gaps of the live music scene in the UK with their own unique sound, honest and fresh… The band have naturally created their vibrations through a shared vivacity for all types of music… Though they will proudly state their main influence as being Bob Marley and his Wailers, the sound they make is thoroughly theirs. A solid band of individual talent combines them, and their forthcoming self titled debut album confirms and proves, with 11 irrefutable reasons, why Will and the People are still rising, despite their lack of conformity to the music industry around them.
The Chapman Family
Formed in 2005 around the talents of Kingsley, Paul, Pop, and Phil Chapman, the Chapman Family play a unique blend of folk-inspired hardcore punk, new wave, and indie rock that grew out of the band's home in northeast England. The group's first show on May 5, 2006, led to 250 more in the ensuing years, as well as appearances on various compilations and local, national, and international airplay. Known for their visceral live shows (the band's equipment is often reduced to rubble by the end of the night), the Chapman Family released their debut single in 2008 on Don't Tell Clare Records. These boys will give it some serious welly.
Rodney Branigan
Rodders has been playing guitar since his hands were big enough to handle it and is bringing his magical blend of rock, folk, flamenco, madrigal, classical, bluegrass and jazz to BBL shores. With musical talent so compelling and tunes you’ll find it hard not to tap your toes too, you’ll definitely need your sunnies on to watch this bright star.
Gabrielle Aplin
Gabrielle Aplin is a singer from Wiltshire, UK. She was born in Bath, Somerset, and attends the same school that is known for nursing the talents of Jamie Cullum. Her influences are Damien Rice, Jamie Cullum, James Morrison, Matt Corby, Jake Williams and many others.
Brother & Bones
Recently described as ‘Mumford & Sons meets The Dead Weather’ Brother & Bones bridge the gap between the delicate and the destructive. Amongst the barrage of a drumming-duo and a full-blooded 5-piece band line-up there is, somehow, a space perfectly left for finger picked acoustic guitar and a fiery-warm vocal. The songs have the kind of honest appeal that will set them apart, and stand them next to The National and Laura Marling’s, but delivered with a steam-train live show. A journey from rootsy, folk-blues to 2011, Brother & Bones are one of the new breed, flying the flag for uncompromised, real music. In short, Brother & Bones have that rare ability to take you all the way outside yourself, and right down to your roots at the same time.
Frontiers
Formed in 2008, Nottingham quartet Frontiers, fall between Interpol and early Cure on the post-punk continuum, blending gritty aggression and reverb-drenched ambience to enviable effect. Festival appearances at Reading and Leeds, Camden Crawl, as well as support slots with fellow 2011 BBLers We Are Scientists, combined with consistent regional and national radio play as a result of working with Alan Smyth (Pulp, Arctic Monkeys) this fabulous foursome are cemented as one of the region's most promising acts. Bring it on!
Winter Hours
With more atmospheric presence than yonder space, this unique four piece from Winchester will blow your flip-flops off with their dreamy, delicate but at times epic, performance. A hearty hug to their Americana rock brothers and sisters and a slap on the back to their folk compadres, Winterhours are your musical boat to sail you off to tuneful bliss.
WINTER HOURS ONLINE
Merlin's Forest (Dance Tent)
Mark Ronson
This music aficionado’s first instrument was the drums at the age of 5, first played in a band at the tender age of 14, and started spinning the turntables at 18, making him one all round talented maker of the music. Born in London but left for the bright lights of New York City when he was eight, he considers himself to be more English than American. This is proven in his collaborations with Britain’s finest: Lily Allen, Amy Winehouse and Robbie Williams to name but a few. But don’t worry; he loves the international big names too and has won three Grammy awards for his epic efforts. Nice!
Zane Lowe
We present to you: the man with the hottest voice in music. Hailed as ‘one of the best Radio DJs of all time’ (BBL Office: 2011) this man truly has his fingers in every musical and media pie going. (You may know him from XFM, Radio 1, or MTV.) Originally hailing from New Zealand, he’s been on the British music scene for the last decade and it doesn’t look like he is going anywhere soon. All hail the almighty Zane Lowe!
ZANE LOWE ONLINE
Subfocus Live
From hearing one of his tracks for the first time inside a club in 2003 ('Strobe', rewound twice by Andy C at The End) to headlining Glastonbury in 2010 (Saturday night on the fabled Glade stage to a rapturous reception), Nick Douwma's rise through the ranks of underground jungle to become a major player in electronic music has been nothing short of shhhhpectacular. Initially known for air-punching, dance-floor dismantling drum & bass, Sub Focus has now become synonymous with music that draws from all corners of the electronic landscape, and has come to epitomise the ‘anything goes’ mantra of today's flourishing dance scene.
Nero
NERO are electronic music artists, best known for producing dubstep and drum and bass. Nero's debut dubstep release was 'This Way' in 2008. They won the 2010 Beatport awards for Best Dubstep Act and Best Dubstep Track for 'Act Like You Know' in 2009. Nero are working on their debut album, to be named 'Welcome Reality' signed to MTA Records, owned by Chase & Status. The duo's third single, 'Guilt' made its premiere when Zane Lowe selected it as his Hottest Record in the World on 22 February.
NERO ONLINE
MS Dynamite
After a stint in the So Solid Crew, Ms Dynamite released her critically acclaimed first solo album in 2002, winning her a nomination for the Mercury Music Prize. This dynamic lady not only won this coveted award, but also gave away the £20,000 prize money to NSPCC. Uber talented and philanthropic? We knew we would have to bag her For BBL 2011. Most recently she has collaborated with other BBL headliners Katy B and Magnetic man, and has blasted her way back onto the British music scene.
SHY FX
Shy FX crashed the British pop charts in mid-1994 with "Original Nuttah," one of the most infectious ragga/jungle anthems of all time. Shy FX is among the pioneers of jungle drum'n'bass, creating a fine mix of styles from reggae to dancehall, hints of gospel and blues inspired D’n’B.
DJ Yoda
DJ Yoda is one of Britain’s most admired, original club DJs and an AV pioneer who is constantly pushing the possibilities of audio-visual manipulation. Encapsulating the very essence of ‘good times’, DJ Yoda has transformed clubbing as we know it, throwing down styles as diverse as Hip-Hop, Funk, Baltimore Club, Drum n Bass and even Country music, all cut-up with a awe-inspiring selection of film, TV show and You Tube visuals that elevate his sets to the uniquely sublime. His keenly-defined sense of humour has captured the imagination of the masses making him possibly the only DJ in the world who can fill a club cutting the Indiana Jones theme music with dirty dubstep beats or 80’s pop with New York rap.
Joker FT Buggsy & Scarz
Joker is a 20-year-old programmer/producer from Bristol, UK. Currently producing some of the freshest, most innovative grime instrumentals on the scene but equally embraced by the dubstep world, he mixes influences from Dr. Dre-style G-funk to video game chiptune music to UK bass styles. Joined by Buggsy & Scarz at BBL 2011 makes this one not to miss…
London Elektricity
Having been involved in the D’n’B scene since the mid-90s, Tony Colman, the co-founder of Hospital Records has been instrumental in the development of the genre as we know it today. Responsible for some of Hospital’s biggest anthems (Round The Corner, Different Drum, Just One Second), Tony has cultivated a first class reputation as both a producer and DJ. With an impressive back catalogue of singles, EPs, remixes and no less than five artist albums under his belt, London Elektricity is set to make a big impression in 2011!
Jaguar Skills
His name? Jaguar Skills. His title? International DJ, man of mystery. With the likes of Mark Ronson and Trevor Nelson unable to get enough of 'Jaguar Skills' - the rise of this groundbreaking artist has been well documented. Honing his craft for the last 15 years, Jag has remained true to his school and kept a slightly mysterious edge to his character... Fast forward to the present day and Jaguar Skills has a weekly 10 Minute Mash Up Mix for the BBC Radio 1 Trevor Nelson Show. Forthcoming this year is a nomination for Best Hip-Hop DJ at the DJ Awards in Ibiza.
Redlight
A Bristol-based artist navigating the unnamed airspace between house, breakbeats, dubstep and other well loved dance music sounds. Having already crafted a handful of jet-propelled bangers which have won over early fans and followers including Skream, Toddla T, Jack Beats and Annie Mac Redlight now looks set to become a high-flyer. Whilst Redlight will, for the time being at least, be an unknown name to the majority of listeners, the man behind the beats is by no means a novice. In his original incarnation as DJ Clipz, the producer and DJ has risen through the ranks to become one of the most celebrated and respected artists in Drum'n'Bass. Operating at the forefront of the scene, he’s played all over the globe, become part of the Full Cycle family, launched his own Audio Zoo label and been responsible for some of the genre’s most essential releases of recent years. For a lively mash up of beats, this is the place to be for a good old rave up!
Marc Roberts
Being taught to beat mix acid house in a ski resort in late 1988 has had numerous repercussions for Marc Roberts. Despite stints on pipelines in India, as book keeper for a failing sausage restaurant in the West End and working for monsters of rock Iron Maiden, he's never been far away from a DJ booth over the last 20 years.
Modestep
Modestep are one not too miss as these guys are set to be the next big thing with their new single ‘feel good’ smashing the UK by storm A 4-piece live band from North London and hailed The best LIVE DUBSTEP act in London town. Possibly the only one. They like to make NOISE (catchy melodic filth) that makes your brain wobble. “We appeal to everyone, and we write what we love. We have never made records for anybody except us. We love what we do and will never change it” Keep those dance moves at the ready and your brains steady and … go! You’d be silly to miss this one!
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Coda
Coda are a 5-piece live dubstep band from London, and have been producing music together since September 2009, after the members met at the Academy of Contemporary Music. In the short time they’ve been together, Coda have consistently pushed their own boundaries, raising the bar with each new production. Their sets fuse together the raw energy of a traditional band performance with the flow, excitement and hype of a DJ set. Coda have already amassed a substantial fan following and generated significant interest in their sound from promoters and labels across the country. With their gigging schedule filling up, releases on the horizon, and a constant flow of new material, their future certainly looks promising.
Felix Fables
Get ready for a Folk Frenzy! Felix Fables is an inspiringly euphoric band with a hard-hitting folk’n'roll sound integrating elements of blues and indie rock, overscored by soaring four-part harmonies. With an electric stage presence, Felix Fables challenge themselves and those around them to have a far better time than anyone would believe possible.
The Robbie Boyd Band
The Robbie Boyd Band have recently played to a packed out O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire supporting the Delays and gained the backing of Sir Tim Rice, who selected one of Robbie’s songs ‘Oh Alaska’ for his BBC Radio 2 Programme American Pie. Sir Tim referred to Robbie as a “singer of considerable talent with the ability to create original songs without losing the commercial touch.” An eclectic mix of talented musicians using violins, mandolins, trumpets and four foot wind chimes amongst others, accompany Robbie’s sensitive song writing to produce a uniquely “Funky Folk” sound. They have brilliantly catchy songs that will stay in your head for days, and are generating plenty of buzz around the London circuit. Promising energetic and uplifting live performances, the Robbie Boyd Band are carving a niche into the Folk/Pop/Rock genre of the moment with a twist of their own.
Free Peace
Free Peace began in 2006 as an acoustic trio with Stacey Edwards on guitar, Abi Evans on vocals and Kerry Edwards on percussion. Through experimentation with various genres their compositions fuse African and flamenco influences while still retaining pop friendly hooks and a commercial vibe. Free Peace will delight your summer senses and are sure to draw you in with their original sound.
Cubrik
Cubrik combine technical virtuosity, song writing sensibilities and electric stage energy to produce a euphoric assault on the ears. The band consists of lead singer and guitar player Tom Leithead-Docherty, Drummer James Glazier and his brother Dan on bass. Their sound has been described as a “frantic dash for the racket on the other side of aptitude” and is brought together in carefully crafted songs with the result of raw instrumentation, riff based madness and odd time signatures. The band has been playing for the last two and a half years grabbing up shows with the likes of Tubelord, Colour, Tangled Hair, Blakfish and Talons.
Clout!
When it comes to writing music, 5 piece experimental outfit CLOUT! don't do things by the book. In order to create their sweet blend of "what the fuck is this" inducing harmonies they each write a little chunk of tune on their own and send it on to the next band member via email. After the track has been passed round enough times, someone masters it and that's pretty much that. Sounds problematic right? Seemingly not as the quality of CLOUT!'s output establishes.
Find out more at CLOUT! ONLINE
Notorious Hi-fi Killers
Notorious Hi-Fi Killers are a London based 3 piece formed by song writer Jonathan Richards in 2005. Drawing from a miriad of musical references, Notorious Hi-Fi Killers sound is always psychedelic and always loud…
Check them out at NOTORIOUS HI-FI KILLERS
Eager Teeth
They are the product of a decade of ennui with the current alternative musical generation. They remember a time when bands inspired, so forgive them if they sound like them. Call them melodic hardcore from ten years ago, call them pop punk. Call them what you want...
Find out more at EAGER TEETH ONLINE
Voltage Black
The music of Voltage Black is electronic, produced almost exclusively with software synths and samplers. Ewan draws influence from many area outside the realm of electronic music due to his early career creating guitar based music, but also sights Squarepusher, Jackson and his computer band and Venetian Snares as influences on his style.
Find out more at VOLTAGE BLACK ONLINE
Suicide Party
Suicide Party is a band hailing from Southampton, UK. The band’s set of throbbing, pulsating post-punk with an atmospheric goth feel that would not seem out of place in an underground bunker creating a sonic wall of noise and reverb.
Find out more at SUICIDE PARTY ONLINE
Cold In Berlin
This line up has been together less than a year but captured everything that this music - honed over years of live performance - deserves. Fuelled by the DIY ethics of their heroes, they consistently deliver an incendiary energy reminiscent of the early grunge and earlier no-wave, but the noise they make is all their own. Tight driving beats and razor sharp guitars providing a dense and varied back drop for My’s astounding vocal assault.
Find out more at COLD IN BERLIN ONLINE
DrumCunt
Drones. Live Beats. Noise. Samples. South east Londons answer to Rick Astley.
Find out more at DRUMCUNT ONLINE
The Running Numbers
Running Numbers are a four-piece hip-hop band from Brighton that combines live musical elements with computer based production. The band consists of live drums, bass guitar, piano, percussion, both female and male vocals, along side produced sounds fired from MPC's and turntables. They create a big, energetic and accessible sound that gets the crowd bouncing regardless of musical preference. In 2008 they burst onto the UK circuit rocking shows and leaving every crowd wanting more.
Find out more at THE RUNNING NUMBERS ONLINE
White Pilots
White Pilots are an ambient progressive 4 piece from Kingston Upon Hull. For the past year they’ve been mesmerizing fans across the U.K. at sold out venues, supporting artists such as Iglu and Hartley, The Sunshine Underground, Good Shoes, Little Comets, to name a few. The band have received praise from the likes of BBC Radio 6 DJ, Tom Robinson and have gone on to charm the audiences of many other radio stations across the U.K, Australia and U.S.A. with their inescapable talent and unique melodies.
N.U.M.B.
Formed in 2007, NUMB are a professional touring band with a difference. Their refreshing, original fusion of Hip-Hop, Reggae, Indie and DnB, great songs, fat beats, and superb vocals and their ability to smash every live date, no matter how large or small the venue, make them a popular addition to a variety of events. With already over 400 gigs under their belt, the band lives by their acronym - Never Underestimate Musical Belief.
Killington Fall
Killington Fall is a four-piece Alternative Post-Rock band from South West London. The band is predominantly instrumental, however vocals are present intermittently. Killington Fall is: Cameron Stewart - Guitar, Vocals, and Keys; James Simpson - Drums, Vocals; Mark Murray - Guitar; and Patrick Jordan - Bass. Each member cites a number of influences ranging from Explosions In The Sky and 65daysofstatic, to Thrice and Minus The Bear.
KILLINGTON FALL ONLINE
With Love From Humans
This energetic and optimistic pop explosion blasts from Bath in the United Kingdom. The quintessential With Love From Humans' sound walks the line between the Strokes and the Beach Boys, cultivating catchy guitar lines, delectable drum patterns and impassioned vocal harmonies with a smattering of trumpets, delivering the whole bundle in a recognisably British manner. The release of our eponymous debut EP with Expat Records marks the beginning of a new era of With Love From Humans and will swiftly be followed with the recording of a full length album, likely to be released in 2012, if the world doesn’t end…
Mad scientists maintain that if the world appears to be ending, then purchasing a copy of any With Love From Humans! record is likely to save 98.7% of people!
Hang On Look John
Each member of this band brings a whole variety of influences and experience to the music of HOLJ and you are sure to enjoy the blend that they create. They haven't even been a band a whole year, yet their successes include releasing an EP onto iTunes, Spotify and 6digital, embarking on a UK tour and supporting acts including The Automatic, Straight Lines, Cosmo Jarvis and The Hair.
Fearne
If energy, talent and passion could be measured in gold, Fearne would be millionaires. The Bournemouth foursome, Alex Beds (vocal and acoustic guitar), Adam Pulfer (vocals and electric guitar), Nick Bryson (vocals, bass and synths) and Darren Barret (drums) are taking indie pop/rock to a whole new level and winning an army of fans in the process. With exceptional live performances it’s no wonder they have been on the road supporting artists such as Feeder, Athlete, Nizlopi, Stornoway and Diana Vickers.
Check them out online at FEARNE ONLINE
Three Pairs of Shoes
The Cardiff based folk trio, Three Pairs of Shoes were formed in late 2009 after having met during their first year of studies at Cardiff University. Through a shared passion of a variety of different music, particularly the current wave of British folk acts, the band are keen to explore the traditional story telling aspect found in traditional folk music, whilst drawing upon a plethora of musical influences and their surroundings.
Check them out online at THREE PAIRS OF SHOES ONLINE
Morain
From the insanely catchy debut single 'Animals' to the soaring epic 'Are We Lost?', this is a band who - in the best tradition of classic British guitar music - effortlessly deal in anthems. And, scarily, this is only the beginning..
Keep up to date at MORAIN ONLINE
Under The Laurel
Her EP bursts at the seams with emotive, powerful songs that boast a maturity beyond her tender years and a lyrical prowess that cannot fail to impress. Take Buttercups for instance. This is about murdering an ex-lover. Its so utterly dark lyrically but is sung in such a way that Laurel triumphs in making us feel that butter would not melt in her mouth.'
LORD ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER 'Delightfully talented individual'
Chai Wallah
Joe Driscoll
Joe Driscoll is a multi instrumentalist, vocalist and songwriter, a musician's musician, a walking talking jukebox with the ability to jam with almost anybody, regardless of style. Hailing from New York his globe trotting existence knows no borders as he takes his audiences on a journey of musical discovery drawing from a plethora of styles effortlessly fusing hip-hop, reggae, afro beat, soul and funk to create a spectacular and engaging live show that gets audiences singing, dancing and chanting. The title track and first single from his recent album release ‘Mixtape’ Champs has been remixed by the likes of DJ Skitz, Mr Benn, Moneyshot and Gentlemans Dub Club. Joe will be touring throughout the UK and Europe from March to promote his new album.
The Peoples String Foundation
The Peoples String Foundation is an eight piece troupe of inspired and extremely talented musicians. They produce beautifully evocative and lush music scaling the heights of jazz, folk, roots, classical and world music, all fused together and driven by an intricate and expressive violin section. Essentially the brainchild of multi-instrumentalist and jazz singer Ben Sutcliffe and world/blues guitarist Zaid Al-Rabiki- the duo combine to wonderful song writing effect but it’s in their live performances that the group's powerful dynamics come to the fore, providing a soothing yet extraordinarily uplifting and engaging live show. Expect some big things from these guys.
Lazy Habits
Cooler than a crew of street dancing pussy cats with backwards caps and wayfarers, we are proud to announce that Lazy Habits and their hip, hop and happening crew will be performing at this year’s festival. Spawn of the craziest ghettos, these guys sure know how to get the crowds jiving. Picture this… an MC laying down the freshest beats and rhymes to rival Willy Shakes himself, the shiniest, jazziest brass band to grace your ears since the 1940’s and more energy and groove than mister motivator. Shake a leg down to see the wonderful Lazy Habits they’ll guarantee to keep you bopping till the early hours.
Babyhead
As we elegantly plonk 5 little candles into our BBL birthday cake, we thought it only right to bring it back to the oldskool and feature our first ever headliners as part of this year’s celebration! Babyhead have been sculpted and moulded from their love of Jamaican soundclash, do it yourself punkrock, ska, funk, punk and reggae delightfully topped off with an swirly heir of raw hip hop swagger. Dragging their sound from all quarters of the musical universe, these guys have been a live phenomenon in the clubs, pubs and on the festival circuit for a decade…but like a bird to its nest they’re back... so of course, we got 'em!
Backbeat Soundsystem
Backbeat Soundsystem are an 8-piece Cornish outfit that make music with movement in mind. Traditional reggae music slapped upside the head with a party stick. Stomping bass, dub synths & steady grooves. Their unique brand of funky, party reggae, blended with pop sensibilities provides an undeniable groove that create the perfect party and dancing atmosphere. Appealing to all lovers of new & old reggae, dub and electronica they will leave infectious melodies that are sure to be in your head for days. They have played many of the UK’s best festivals including Glastonbury, Secret Garden Party and Electric Picnic.
Sub Motion Orchestra
Submotion Orchestra are a live 7-piece outfit from Leeds, incorporating deep bass-driven grooves and dense textures into their progressive live dubstep sound. Drawing upon dubstep, soul, ambient electronica, jazz and dub, their unique music is at once delicate and heavy, spacious and dense, highly atmospheric but firmly rooted. Earth-shaking bass and drums combine with lush keyboard and trumpet textures to create the perfect bed for the fragile beauty of Ruby Wood’s vocals, and the celestial effects of sound designer Ruckspin. Formed in Leeds in 2009, the band rapidly built up a reputation as one of the most interesting and original projects emerging from the UK leaving audiences open-mouthed. Favoured by the likes of Gilles Peterson their upcoming debut album is set to make massive waves… and we don’t mean on the BBL beach!
Yes Sir Boss
Yes Sir Boss! Have been carefully created by musical gods and talented musicians. What they offer is something quite spectacular… catchy lyrics that will be stuck in your head for hours, funky beats, jolly riffs and one heck of a good time. However watching this band comes with a warning, they’re good enough to make you cheat on your girlfriend/boyfriend that will result in a full blown love affair. Don’t worry though… we won’t tell. Recently signed to Joss Stones newly established label ‘Stone’d Records’ and with their debut album scheduled for release this Summer, it won’t be long before Yes Sir Boss cause a storm that propels them into the mainstream. You saw them here first!
Afrik Bawantu
Afrik Bawantu is a London based 9 to 12 piece afro beat orchestra led by vocalist and percussionist Afla Sackey. Blending vibrant African percussion with true Fela Kuti style funk they were introduced to UK festival audiences in 2010 through touring as a resident band with Chai Wallahs. They immediately wowed crowds with their colourful costumes, percussive rhythms, funky guitar riffs, bold brass section, and feel good boogie vibes. Never failing to get everyone in the audience to mirror their onstage dance antics, they appeal to all music lovers and are now considered as one of the most joyous feel good afro beat bands in the UK. So don your fancy dress and come boogie to the beats!
Dr Meaker
Dr Meaker is one of Bristol's prize assets. Whilst their music has been compared to the likes of Reprazent and Massive Attack, many have been won over by their energetic live performances, tight production, quality writing and their ability to effortlessly mix soul fused drum n bass with heavier licks. Led by Clive Meaker, Dr Meaker released their debut long player 'A Lesson From The Speaker' in November 2008, a record mixed in the same studios as Portishead’s ‘Dummy’ and released on their own record label Flightcase. Let’s get grimy.
Tinroots
Tin Roots are fronted by the excitable, endearing and extremely talented vocalist and songwriter Ruby Taylor who's powerful and ear pleasing vocals glide over this Brighton based bands’ extensive genre mashing style. Raw bluesy off-beat guitars, up-tempo funky reggae rhythms, hip-hop beats and dub breakdowns underpin their core sound, whilst the exceptionally uplifting and catchy hooks provide a dynamic, inspiring and rousing atmosphere reminiscent of happy summer vibes (BBL perfection may we add) that even hardened dub reggae fans will find hard to resist. They have supported the likes of Toots & The Maytals, The Herbaliser, Finley Quaye and Chaka Demus & Pliers at Brighton's leading venue Concorde 2 and played most festivals on the UK circuit including Glastonbury, Electric Picnic and Greenman. Holla!
Skuff & Inja
Skuff and Inja came together in a mutual love of crowd-pleasing, uncompromising hip-hop. Accomplished solo performers in their own right, their debut album ‘The Skuff and Inja show’ represents the very best collaborative traditions of hip-hop culture, a triumph of minds meeting - their distinct styles combining to wonderfully complementary effect. Using driving hip-hop beats and huge Dubstep baselines they bring a live, movement-inducing sound back to the scene - this is music made for being played in front of jam packed crowds. Their live shows are renowned for inducing crowd participation with their high energy and the duo’s honest and raw dynamic. They make for a compelling spectacle, igniting mics, marauding the stage and feeding from each other’s cues.
Zen Elephant
Zen Elephant are emerging as one of the Southwest’s freshest and most original bands. Currently based in Bristol, the band was originally seeded in the small town of Stroud, Gloucestershire. They started making music together from a young age eventually forming Zen Elephant in 2008. They create an acoustic-based groove accompanied by passionate vocals, and rhythms that encompass elements of traditional folk, reggae and roots music. Sounds like a mish mash musical dream!
DJ Parker
If Knighthoods were given out for contributions to crowd rocking, Parker would be curtseying in front of the Queen come New Year. As it is, plaudits range from Massive Attack to DJ Yoda. Royalty indeed! First starting his rise smashing chumps via DJ battles, Bristol's Parker soon turned his hand to production gaining "lofty comparisons to the marvellous RJD2". The luscious beats and driving Funk of his 'To Eternity' LP garnered rave reviews and wide critical acclaim. Lead single 'Sugar Coated' was MTV-playlisted, while 'Western Soul', featuring San Francisco legend, Rasco, devastated dance floors. Proving he was no flash in the pan, Parker followed the album with a series of club-rocking bangers, finding homes at such heavy hitting labels as Bombstrikes, Goodgroove, and Jalapeno.
DJ Moneyshot
DJ Moneyshot is one of Bristol’s finest DJ’s who over the last decade has carved out a solid niche with amped-up, crowd- rocking, mixtape-mad skills. An “anything goes” philosophy has seen the wily selector dropping as many as 60 consistently gratifying, compulsive body-moving tracks in a 90 minute set laced with plenty of scratches and acappellas along the way. His award-winning efforts for Ninja Tune’s epic ‘Solid Steel’ radio show, as well as XFM and the BBC have become the stuff of legend. Whichever sound Moneyshot turns his tables to, an unfailing positivity and up-tempo dance has resulted, leaving audiences across the globe blissful and infused with his mixed-beat energy.
Asbo Disco
Asbo Disco is all about the journey. Based in Bristol his passion for bass-heavy party music, original mash-up selection and 4-hour marathon sessions make him a regular health and safety nightmare. His sets are aimed squarely at taking the crowd on a ride, which means dropping here, there and everywhere. Working with a collector's palette of beats and bass ranging from upfront to classic, tried and tested to forgotten gems, he lays down consistent dance floor fillers.
Through his weekly radio show on passion FM he has established himself as Bristol's official representative for the underground dance music scene earning him slots alongside some of the UK’s most reputable artists.
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SBTRKT
SBTRKT is an anonymous producer based in London. Graciously allowing the music to speak for itself - even going to the length of performing behind a mask every time he plays out. Having just wrapped up remixes for Basement Jaxx (‘Scars’) and Franz Ferdinand (‘Send Him Away’), he’s got the airwaves in a stir with Benji B, Mary Anne Hobbs and Gilles Peterson singing his praises. If you want to find out this masked future of garage’s big secret (I know we do) then come see what all the fuss is about …
Drums of Death
Hotly tipped by Hot Chip and signed to their record label and party crew: Greco-Roman. Stories quickly began to emerge in the press that he was cursed by some voodoo magic and had his heart cut out and replaced with a broken drum machine!! Whilst keeping his real face a secret with black and white paint and refusing to answer rumours about this curse he performed on stages around the world from Los Angeles to Bangkok, to London to Berlin and everywhere in between. As his reputation for ferocious solo performances grew, there appeared whispers about a live band and an album. This is one is for a dark, dark night beneath the stars and in front of the pounding ghetto blaster
Boy 8 Bit
BOY 8-BIT’s name and music may be on everyone’s lips and ears right now but even if it’s only the spiralling, super-melodic masterpiece ‘Baltic Pine’ – championed by everyone from Pete Tong and Fake Blood to Cassius and Annie Mac – that you know, there’s an awful lot more to be seen and heard from this Boy – AKA DJ/producer David Morris – in the weeks and months ahead. Indeed, there’s a brilliant brand new double-header called “The Keep’/’Restricted 18’ on This Is Music incoming. Both tracks bristle with bonkers energy and hooks the size of South Dakota. But despite his not inconsiderable success in the electronic world already, not that much is known about this self-confessed former rock junkie from Penzance.
16Bit
16Bit have been working together since 2008. Over the past few years they have been putting on some temperature-checking sets around the world and getting their dubplates spun out by some of the scene’s names like Chef and Rusko. They have had releases on Boka, Destpub, Urban Essentials, Sequence, Southside Dubstars, Heavy Artillery, Veri Lo, Mindset and Dub & Run.
Mystery
This man of Mystery learnt his trade on the decks annoying his neighbours in halls at Exeter uni, and is proud to have been one of the founding members of the thriving Beats & Bass Society. He's gone on to run the longest standing dubstep night west of Bristol, The Deep End (recently hailed as a "revolutionary dubstep night" in Mixmag). Expect a broad selection of dubstep, garage, grime, funky and glitch, showcasing a slew of fresh exclusive beats from the region's top bass music producers (and further afield), taking you to Devon and back!
MYSTERY ONLINE
Pulsar
Producer, DJ and vinyl enthusiast Pulsar hails from Exeter, Southwest UK. His first releases dropped in May '10, including a remix for UK hiphop legend Daddy Skitz, and an EP on Subdepth Records. The same month saw him win "Best Southwest dubstep producer" in the 24/7 magazine awards, voted for by the public. Since then, he's gone from strength to strength and it looks like there's no stopping him! His music has gained support from some of the biggest names in the game, including Headhunter, El-B, DJ Craze, Appleblim, Jakes and Mensah amongst many others, with tracks played on GetDarker TV, airplay on Rinse FM and radio shows across the globe. The international attention hasn't stopped at radio airplay, with Pulsar recently signing to New York City's original dubstep label Code Of Arms.
Context MC
Context MCs blend of dubstep and hip hop has been gaining the support of BBC Radio 1, 1Xtra, SBTV, MTV, RWD, and more over recent years. His recent independently released video for his single Off With Their Heads featuring critically acclaimed crew Marvell, was recently playlisted by MTV, he was shortlisted for a main stage slot at this years Glastonbury festival, and his sound is gaining the ears of major music industry players.
SDM
Resident DJ at Breakneck since the very first one in 2002 and co-owner of 10 TON - Portsmouth's biggest and best Dubstep/Grime monthly rave. SDM started with Hardcore, moved onto Drum & Bass in the early 00's and switched to Dubstep/Grime at the start of 2006.
The Acolytes
The Acolytes is an Electro House DJ duo hailing from the finest sands of Weston-Super-Mare. From playing under various other aliases since the ripe age of 16, this duo has gone from strength to strength playing across the UK & breaking into Europe supporting some on the country's most established acts. Their heavy beats will have you in fits of dancing, head banging & love making, and the energetic performance they put on is just as visually exciting as the music. If you're a fan of Ed Banger, Dim Mak or Mad Decent, this is definitely the act to see this weekend. So don your finest, get your dancing shoes on and prepare to be ensued in a whirlwind of beer, neon & audio pornography.
Check them out online at THE ACOLYTES ONLINE
Seizure
Seizure is a deep Asian and worldly Dubstep producer which has been acknowledged by the BBC as he is an Introducing Artist. He get regular airplay on BBC which has boosted my awareness and this inspires him to continue in producing intelligent electronic music. His most prestigious residency is at Fabric where has played over 10 times along with generally playing out on Rood FM every Thursday and Djing across the UK he has established himself as a prominent DJ. He has had an EP out on Fent Plates entitled "Us" and his tracks "Daal" and "Khaali" are being released on Fent Plates along with "Higher" being pressed on vinyl. Digital Trifecta Records have also picked up on his music and later on in the year they will be releasing some of his music. By the end of 2011, Seizure will have a solid and steady release sheet as his music breaks out more.
Hang the DJ
Starting out in humble surrounding with secret basement parties in Kazim’s house, Hang the Dj! gained quick notoriety in the city for their unique blend of underground sounds and electric atmosphere. Since then though, the boys have come along way and have played host to a whole cast of misfits, including everyone from The Unabombers, Maurice Fulton, Prins Thomas, Gilles Peterson, Luke Vibert, Floating Points, Trus'me... and the list goes on! Now throwing parties in London and Berlin as well as regular fixtures at The Garden Festival, Soundwave Festival, Glastonbury, and Outlook to name but a few...
Sub-concious
Sub-Conscious: Resident at the infamous local event Sesh On Productions, Sub-Conscious returns for his second year at BBL to bring a local vibe to a truly international party!. After a busy year playing at a long list of local events, Sub-Conscious along with MC Shrubbery are set to storm the stage once again! Expect a high energy D'n'B set you wont forget!
Fun House Twins
The Fun House Twins are House Music-Mashup specialist!! Making their debut in IBIZA last year, these 2 southern bumpkins have since been Djing all over the England. Playing at Londons biggest club's including the MINISTRY OF SOUND as well as many other leading clubs in both the UK & Ireland. Producing their own Mashups, then using them in their sets, The Fun House Twins have landed themselves in the path of some very famous faces, such as Hed Kandi -DJ Yoda-Zinc- Annie Mac - Cut Up Boys Hoxton Whores- Utah Saints- Micky Slim- Mista Jam- Ras Kwame- Benny Page.... Plus loads more.
The Boat
Bobby Petrov
Bobby Petrov is an excitable indie four piece from the South East. With a wealth of catchy riffs & energetic melodies, their music will fill you with that tingly summertime feeling all year long. Drawing influences from The Maccabees, Kings of Leon & Keith Lemon, Bobby Petrov are sure to get your musical juices flowing. OLE!
Ronnie Stone
Ronnie Stone, a rising talent emerging from Central London with an already dedicated following, is being hailed as “the voice of a generation”. Stylishly acoustic over a wide range of styles and vocal melodies, incorporated through a hint of blues & Jazz with a harmonic contribution to catch the sound desired by so many. Performing for venues of all sizes throughout the UK and radio stations through out Ireland, United Kingdom and California.
Ronnie’s talent for expression and obvious love for music shines through, both on stage and off. With a variety of festival performances due in the UK and a new album recording and tour planned for the west coast of North America, Ronnie Stone is sure to be a voice to listen out for in the near future…
Josh Bray
Josh picked up an old Spanish guitar which belonged to his late father and which he still plays with, and began to teach himself . The detuned style he inherited from the British folk scene is still a significant part of his style.
Having dabbled in music for a while and having played local clubs, Josh decided to put music to one side for the time being, and went to study law at university. After graduating, he was all set to move to the US and work in human rights law for people on death row, where he’d been offered a job – but then a friend persuaded him to put his law career on hold for a while and give music a go. He never looked back! JOSH BRAY ONLINE
Endoflevelbaddie
EOLB has been generating a large and loyal following over the last couple of years in the north east of england. With a laptop, some old school synths, samplers and a Kaos pad he creates unique sounding DIY electro, which has caught the attention of the likes of Huw Stephens and his Radio 1 team.
Spotted by BBC introducing he has regularly featured on BBC Raw Talent that led him to being offered successful and well received sets at the 2010 Reading & Leeds festivals.
2011 is set to be a big year for Endoflevelbaddie having already supported the likes of Does It Offend You Yeah? and Wolfgang as well as having a debut single released this coming summer.
Fiona Bevan
Part of Bevan's unique appeal lies in her ability to create music that remains thoroughly modern sounding, yet manages to retain qualities that capture the magic of music created in halcyon times. The kaleidoscope of sounds contained within this her music bring to mind a myriad of possible influences; early swing and jazz, bossa-nova, post-sixties psychedelic pop and much more besides.
To learn more, visit FIONA BEVAN ONLINE
Charlie Elwess
In a world where the airwaves, TV and computer screens are crammed with glitzy, vacuous faux-pop Charlie Elwess offers the alternative of hand-crafted songs with heart and soul.
For more info visit CHARLIE ELWESS ONLINE
Joe Fleming Band
A powerful and energetic three piece, the Joe Fleming Band play a blend of acoustic soul and reggae.
Check them out at JOE FLEMING BAND ONLINE
Tom Bradley
Tom Bradley was born on the south coast of a beautiful little island in the late 80's, and that connection with the coast has continued with him, and is channelled through his music.. Having been playing around the UK and Europe with various bands in the past few years, Tom is now building a castle of his own, he says, "Finally i am wearing my heart on my sleeve and have a collection of songs and musicians who i am really proud of."
Find out more at TOM BRADLEY ONLINE
Miss Lardyda
Miss Lardyda is a 24 year old singer/songwriter from Birmingham fusing different styles of music such as rnb, funk, rock, hip hop and ragga. She is curently working on acoustic tracks and stripping her music raw so fans can get a real feel for what shes about.
To find our more visit MISS LARDYDA ONLINE"
MassMatiks
MassMatiks are a 3 piece band from Guildford. Vocalist and guitarist, George Peploe, started the project as a solo artist and decided to expand into a full band soon after starting at the Academy of Contemporary Music. He recruited two fellow musicians; Martin Linch and Mo Slicks to play bass and drums respectively. This has then inadvertently changed his intimate low dynamic sound to a more reminiscent muse of Jack Penate and Math Rock together. With in depth lyrical sustenance and remarkable riffs, MassMatiks are assuring to provide a fantastic live performance.
Find out more at MASSMATIKS ONLINE
Nike Jemiyo
Nike began playing piano in London at the tender age of seven. 2009 saw her debut post on youtube where she gained a fanbase at a phenomenal rate with hundreds of thousands of views and has since become a Youtube sensation - the comments on her videos speak for themselves..
Liz Lawrence
Liz Lawrence first picked up a guitar at the age of eight and started playing in bands as a guitarist at the age of thirteen. She went on to discover her singing voice when performing and writing with a ska band. Now studying Art in Devon she splits her time between the South West and the Midlands, playing gigs all across the UK. Her sound has been influenced by many genres of music from reggae through to folk, echoing Bob Dylan, Joe Strummer and Feist. Liz Lawrence has a unique vocal with depth in her lyrics commenting on her experiences of life, she can communicate with a broad range of audiences. Her performance can sway an audience from melancholy to joy exaggerated by her stage energy and presence. Her music develops and expands continually as she writes and performs.
Fond out more at LIZ LAWRENCE ONLINE
Athens
Athens are a four piece rock band who write and play their own original material. All band members are experienced musicians and keen to move up in the music industry to enable them to spread their sound to a wider audience.
Athens are based near Leeds in West Yorkshire and are willing to travel far and wide for the right gig.
Find out more at ATHENS ONLINE
Abi McQuater
Abi McQuater and her band consisting of Jack Bowden, Liam Graham and Max Barber have been playing since late December 2010. Drawing her influences from the likes of Laura Marling and The Maccabees, Abi promises a set not to be missed!
For more info visit ABI MCQUATER ONLINE
Harold Bedwei
Harold Bedwei is a 20 year old singer/rapper/songwriter from London. The diversity he shows within his performances is sure to keep you intrigued, as you never know know what he is going to do next. You can however be sure that it will always be great...! From his energetic, passionate songs, to get any party started, to his soulful tones where you cant help but to get in the moment, you are sure to never be dissapointed with this promising rising star.
For more info, Check out HAROLD BEDWEI ONLINE
Other Artists...
Joe Bor
Joe Bor is a comedy writer and performer living in Highgate. He's been doing stand up comedy for about 4 years and has written and acted in comedy sketches. He is currently writing for TV as he studied film and animation in Bournemouth. He also works as a freelance storyboard artist and writer. In his free time, Joe plays 5-a-side football for 2 football teams and eats far too much peanut butter!
Noise Next Door
The Noise Next Door is an improvised comedy troupe who have been performing together since 2005. Transforming audience suggestions into fantastically funny scenes and songs in the blink of an eye, The Noise Next Door will have you in stitches with their perfect blend of ludicrous characters, witty one-liners, epic stories and musical mayhem. These five slightly posh blokes are based in Brighton, but are touring venues around the world, with their distinctive brand of off-the-cuff humour.
Ollie Mealing
At just eighteen years old, Ollie Mealing is one of the UK's youngest and most talented professional card magicians. From Plymouth to Edinburgh and everywhere in between, Ollie has been invited to amaze the guests and VIP's at hundreds of events with his outstanding level of card magic. With performances at nearly every major UK festival as well as countless appearances at private and corporate events, Ollie's abilities really do have to be seen to be believed!
Dirty Retro
DJ Retro is a Miami/London based alternative DJ and Producer, popular for his diverse mix of genres and eclectic fusion of electro, house, indie rock, electro swing and 80s 90s edits. 2010 saw Dirty Retro's track ‘Haters’ released on Toronto based label, ‘Play Records’ who's other acts include DeadMau5. Dirty Retro has spent the last couple of years touring internationally, and he has supported the likes of Calvin Harris & Armand Van Helden performing at packed out shows across the United States the last couple of years. Last summer Dirty Retro was booked to play at Bestival, Big Chill, Ultra Fest & Guilfest, he is currently in the UK supporting the Correspondents.
Hoi!
Hoi! are big players on the Electro Scene, With crazy Synths and basslines added to every production. Since the beginning of 2010, Sean Godsall & Jon Lewis have had support from the biggest names in the game including Foamo, Judge Jules, Armin Van Buuren, The Bloody Beetroots, Miles Dyson, Dem Slackers, Reset!, Rico Tubbs, Blaze Tripp, Annie Nightingale & Kissy Sell Out to name a few. In fact, Kissy Sell Out & Annie Nightingale have shown their support loud and clear by dropping Hoi! tracks on BBC Radio One. Tracks such as 'Jukebox Junkie', 'Drop The Pow' & 'Bad Boyz for Life' show exactly what Hoi! are about. Hoi! live is guaranteed wobbly basslines, big breakdowns and groovy fidget! HOI ONLINE
Killing for Company
Killing For Company were formed by the late, great Stuart Cable (Ex-Stereophonics drummer).
Having ridden the waves of adversity, Killing for Company have become one of the UK`s best exponents of alternative rock. From clubs to stadiums and even the movies, Killing for Company have toured the UK and supported a wide array of artists. Having tread the boards with the likes of The Who, The Charlatans, Mike Peters and The Alarm, Status Quo, Fightstar, Tesla, The Automatic and recently Die So Fluid, Killing for Company have set their sights for the sun and await their next adventure into the depths of Rock.
Dan Carter
A talented youngster from the very beginning, his determination and hard working attitude set him on the path to a juicy and exciting career. Picking up awards for Best Online Radio Presenter, DJ Most Likely To Make It Pro and various other awards, which were voted by listeners and DJ's all over the world.. This success; forged from his solid, long standing, residencies with clubs and bars throughout the UK, namely Metros, Carmarthen (UK), Eddies Bar (Haverfordwest) and The Lounge, Swansea (UK) has set him on his way to become a future star. He now also DJ's for one of the leading promoters in South Wales, TE1 Entertainment, DJing with the likes of Ian Redman (Ultrabeat) and Cally & Juice.
Moody DJ
Indie Rave DJ 'Moody' has been tearing up dancefloors all over the UK for the past few years playing an eclectic mix of indie rock entwined with well known party anthems and dancefloor classics to ensure a real upbeat & fun party vibe!
Force of Habit
Hailing from the streets of South London, the residents of London Club night “Toasted” Force Of Habit are renowned for their indomitable style and fusion of multiple genres. Plyte & dbase started in mid 90's now spinning a blend of House, Dubstep and Breakbeat, with recent appearances at EGG, Mass, Juno, Russian Bar, The Den, Hub, Gramaphone, UK festivals awards winners Beach Break Live and Secret Garden Party supporting legendary artists such as Soul of Man, Drummattic Twins, Rennie Pilgrem, Beat Assassins, Deekline to name a few….
Audio Hertz
Audio Hertz formed in 2010 with the concept of pushing the bar higher of Electro House Music across the UK & Europe through their high calibre music production and DJ performances. With a fuelled passion for deep and dirty electro house, and floorfilling electro vibes, they have been combining various genres such Break Beat, Dubstep, Drum 'n' Bass, Hard Dance and Trance to form a unique blend of dirty synth basslines, awesome high energy rhythm and stomping beats worthy of any dance floor.
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