iluvlive @ BOXPARK Shoreditch

Hosted By Jojo Silva

Jojo Silva is a radio presenter from West London. She is the host of the Early Breakfast show on Capital Xtra, Mon to Fri.

Jojo’s journey in radio started after applying to present on her university radio station. She developed a passion for broadcasting and a year on from hosting the ‘Chart and Chat’ show, she progressed into overseeing the production and presenting of her own specialist RnB show at Royal Holloway’s Insanity Radio before going on to join Watford’s IMIN Radio.

After submitting a demo to Westside Radio on a whim, Jojo was invited to cover a variety of slots on the station before taking the reigns and hosting the Westside Connection (Mon-Fri). In May 2022, Jojo started covering shows on the UK's biggest Hip Hop station Capital Xtra broadcasting nationwide. Fast forward to 2023 and in September, Jojo was given the Early Breakfast show from Mon to Fri, 4-6.30am.

DJ RAE MAARY

RAE MAARY is DJ of South African, British and African American descent. Born into a family of creatives and musicians spanning generations, it was inevitable that she would arrive at a career in music somehow. Born and raised in Brixton, South London, she was constantly surrounded by the cultures of Hip Hop, Dancehall and a variety of African music genres. As well as having a love for sampling, she found fascination in the way Hip Hop DJs created whole new songs with the decks, then how Dancehall DJs juggled and also used scratching to manipulate the songs they played. 

The first set of decks she used, were her uncle's and once she learned the basic functions, she fell in love and decided to pursue the art of Dying as a career. She now plays a range of music from R&B, House, Afrobeats, Amapiano and Hip Hop to Alternative, Dancehall, Rare Groove and Funk. Aiming to have her career as a DJ take her around the world, she enjoys sharing music with others and hopes that she can continue the legacy, by passing her love of music down to her daughter. She feels like she would have achieved success by championing other women in this space, developing from selecting music to creating music as a DJ/ Producer and continuing to share that passion with crowds of people.

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Aretha Fontaine

Aretha Fontaine, a 26-year-old musical sensation hailing from the vibrant mix of West London with Caribbean heritage. With a voice that's a blend of sultry, soulful, and powerful, she effortlessly captures hearts and minds. Drawing inspiration from iconic artists like Ms. Lauryn Hill, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Jazmine Sullivan, D’Angelo, and Marvin Gaye, Aretha Fontaine's music transcends genres and resonates deeply with listeners.

Bandit

Singer/songwriter, Bandit, was born in Carlisle, but made in Scotland! She grew up in the Scottish Borders, then went on to study drama in Fife - where she paid for the weekly shop of pasta and Tennents by performing in pubs and clubs. Spurred on by the punters in her local, she jumped into her ancient Ford Fiesta to travel to an audition with hit factory ‘Xenomania’ in London. After a few years of writing for pop giants including Kylie, Girls Aloud and The Kaiser Chiefs, Bandit was ready to step out from behind the scenes and back behind the microphone.

Her latest release Jenny (Heaven Can You Hear Me) has been picked up by Capital FM, Kiss FM and Radio 1, with strong support from DJs Nathan Dawe, Peggy Gou and Judge Jules.

Bronagh

Irish singer-songwriter Bronagh moved to London, to pursue her career in music and dance. Her music represents a crossover of Soul, R&B and Pop, with sombré and emotive lyrics. Bronagh started dancing and expressing affection towards sound through Irish Dance, Ballet, Jazz, tap contemporary and commercial dance. This led her to immerse herself into a dance career at a young age. Her unstoppable connection to sound led her to a special 'Andrew Lloyd Webber scholarship' at the Urdang Academy. Dancing in the London scene inspired her to undertake songwriting and singing. Her unique style of musical expression stems from her love of Nina Simone and Etta James. She also cites Adele, Amy Winehouse and Jorja Smith as musical inspirations.

£MONZO

£MONZO is an up-and-coming rapper hailing from South West London, she is ready to show the world a different perspective of what UK female hip hop / rap can truly be.

Starting her music career initially as a Djane at the tender age of 11, to transitioning to be a songwriter for rising artists in the UK, she delved into the world of rapping. Having grown up in a musical household, it became a major part of her life, with older siblings playing the likes of the Notorious B.I.G., Mary J. Blige and Lil' Kim who are shaping her influences in music.

Taking her artistry to a new level, £MONZO has produced her ‘Pgg Freestyle’ & ‘Wig Install’ releases, showcasing she's more than what meets the eye.

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Free Registration T&Cs: This is a free entry event; please note a ticket does not guarantee entry as it is on a first come, first served basis. Doors open 7pm & Last entry 9:30pm. Over 18s. Physical photo I.D required. No I.D. No Entry.

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iluvlive @ BOXPARK Croydon

Hosted By Jojo Silva

Jojo Silva is a radio presenter from West London. She is the host of the Early Breakfast show on Capital Xtra, Mon to Fri.

Jojo’s journey in radio started after applying to present on her university radio station. She developed a passion for broadcasting and a year on from hosting the ‘Chart and Chat’ show, she progressed into overseeing the production and presenting of her own specialist RnB show at Royal Holloway’s Insanity Radio before going on to join Watford’s IMIN Radio.

After submitting a demo to Westside Radio on a whim, Jojo was invited to cover a variety of slots on the station before taking the reigns and hosting the Westside Connection (Mon-Fri). In May 2022, Jojo started covering shows on the UK's biggest Hip Hop station Capital Xtra broadcasting nationwide. Fast forward to 2023 and in September, Jojo was given the Early Breakfast show from Mon to Fri, 4-6.30am

DJ set DJ Sweetee

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Anset

An 18-year-old actor and artist from Lambeth, South London. Anset began by posting freestyles on Instagram in 2018 and in 2023 released his debut single ‘5 Star Chef’.

Olympia Vitalis

Born and raised in West London, Olympia Vitalis is an unapologetic presence in the soul scene.

Having sung in a gospel choir for seven years, Olympia developed her distinctive improvisational style. She has already carved out a space for herself in the soul space, writing on subjects close to her heart. She marries her thoughts on issues both large and small with subtlety and distinctive vocals.

Olympia has garnered support from BBC Introducing and was hailed a ‘standout artist’ by NeoMusic Group. Olympia was chosen as a recipient of a Women in Jazz fund, which assists the development of emerging jazz musicians and performed at the London Jazz Festival at the end of 2023.

Yazmine MB

British-Algerian, BRIT school grad Yazmine MB is a multi-genre, soulful talent based in London. Growing up to a killer jazz, soul and R&B soundtrack of Erykah Badu, Alicia Keys and Amy Winehouse. Yazmine blends soul and jazz elements with hard-hitting lyrics and fresh R&B beats to create a fresh, fusion sound.

After graduating from the BRIT School of Performing Arts, Yazmine has performed at iconic venues including the Lafayette, the 100 Club and Whitecross Festival whilst picking up support from some of London's hottest stations and publications including Reprezent Radio, The Beat London and The Blues Project.

Most recently, Yazmine has signed a deal with the UK’s biggest R&B indie label Cloud X and released two records ‘I’ll Show You’ and ‘MOVE’, co-produced with FLO’s live vocal arranger and R&B beau BELLAH’s producer, Gimme 2 Minutes.

Supported by 25K fans across socials, Yazmine will kick off 2024 with a bang with plans to drop her highly anticipated debut EP project ‘HEALER” in March and make her debut on the festival scene this summer.

ZEGGÉ

Zeggé is a Rap/Hip-Hop artist based in Tottenham, North London. He released his debut EP “IT’S PERSONAL” in August 2023, following a run of singles, “Leverage Chips”, “No Good”, “Brother”, “Different” and “Hotbox” from summer 2022 until now.

He has collaborated with Reem and M1Z and acclaimed producers Oscar Moos and Ezra, who have produced most of his releases past and present.

The artist has received support from Reprezent Radio and UK UNDERGROUND RAP, GUAP Magazine and Spotify’s New Music Friday.

Venue Entry Requirements

Free Registration T&Cs: This is a free entry event; please note a ticket does not guarantee entry as it is on a first come, first served basis. Doors open 7pm & Last entry 9:30pm. Over 18s. Physical photo I.D required. No I.D. No Entry.

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ILUVLIVE at POP Brixton 15.11.23

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elsa

South London Songstress Elsa is a fresh new talent making waves in London's alternative soul scene. 

Her poetic lyricism, sultry vocals, and charismatic live performances have earned her a growing fan base. She effortlessly weaves together an array of sounds under her unmistakable, gritty tone to create lush soundscapes with intricate details and mighty choruses. 

Elsa can be recognised for her authenticity and charm, priding herself on speaking honestly in all her music, laying bare her pain and vulnerability, while never failing to embody self love, optimism and healing. 

Having just released first two singles alongside her very first self-directed music video, with many more exciting and more experimental projects in the works, Elsa is a rising star to watch in the worlds of R&B and Soul.

naffymar

NaffymaR (pronounced Naf-Fee-Mar) is a fast-rising urban music sensation based in West London. Ghanaian by origin and Italian by citizenship. A graduate of Music Performance and Recording from the University of West London, where she worked with great musicians and broadened her musical knowledge. 

NaffymaR is a talented Songwriter and Producer who has graced different stages and platforms with her personal compositions as well as covers. She is known for her energetic personality and performances. The artist brilliantly incorporates her soulful voice with peculiar sounds and genres of music from Africa and across the world. 

There is this euphoric feeling she evokes in her listeners; once you start listening, you just can’t stop.

kwoli black

Kwoli Black is “shifting expectations of UK Rap” (CLASH Magazine) - The Hackney raised alternative hip hop artist exists in the UK rap world with his own unique approach to rap. His versatility and ability to blend elements of rap, hip hop, r&b and soul have been staples of his craft from the get go. His pen is an amalgamation of UK’s finest with the swagger of US icons. Kwoli exists to shift the expectations of UK rap as we know it. To carve out his own lane, his own movement, his own voice, his own sound. 

Whether introspective, braggadocios or romantic, Kwoli excels at the art of connecting with his listeners, with many finding comfort in his music. A sense of familiarity permeates through his lyricism and is tied together with the incredible production of best friend and long time collaborator JSTRNGS

STORRY

Performer, visual artist, advocate, and phenomenal voice—STORRY is quickly emerging as an artist to watch. She is on a mission to inspire through evocative and honest music. With the sociopolitical importance of Childish Gambino, the powerhouse vocals of Adele, the grit of Cardi B, and the musical theatrics of Queen, STORRY’s music is a unique journey that transforms audiences.

CALDO | HAKO | STORRY | TSYN

Venue: 49 Brixton Station Rd, London SW9 8PQ

Date: 24th October 2023

Time: 7-10pm

Entry: Free tickets via DICE (see below)

* PLEASE NOTE: STORRY WILL NOT BE PERFORMING*

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CALDO

Caldo is a rising star in the UK rap scene, coming from South London and of Italian and Spanish descent. At just 18 years old, he has already made a name for himself due to his versatility & unique lyricism as shown in songs such as 'Young Entrepreneurs' & ‘SATNAV'. Music has always been a big part of Caldo's life, often using it as a way to escape from reality. Caldo began his writing journey as early as the age of 10 but only released his first single, 'Caught In The Middle' at the start of 2022 (aged 16). Influenced by the likes of Dave, he is determined to make his mark in the industry.

HAKO

Hailing from North London, Hako is the newest sensation in the hip-hop scene, bringing a refreshing and nostalgic style of old-school rap and innovative beats with a contemporary twist. Holding a deep-rooted passion for the golden era of hip-hop, he creates a sound that’s as authentic as it is groundbreaking. He showcases promising flows that pay homage to the legends of old-school rap. Despite being a newcomer, Hako carves his distinctive path and is destined to become a household name, and he’s an absolute star in the making.

STORRY

Performer, visual artist, advocate, and phenomenal voice—STORRY is quickly emerging as an artist to watch. She is on a mission to inspire through evocative and honest music. With the sociopolitical importance of Childish Gambino, the powerhouse vocals of Adele, the grit of Cardi B, and the musical theatrics of Queen, STORRY’s music is a unique journey that transforms audiences.

TSYN

Born in Ireland, TSYN (pronounced To-sin) is a rising musical talent whose creative inspiration flows from the tapestry of life itself. Her music is a reflection of her diverse influences and experiences -  from her deep connection to her Nigerian heritage infused with the rhythms and melodies of Afro-fusion, her music is a captivating fusion of cultures.

This is a free entry event; please note a ticket does not guarantee entry as it is on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open 7:00pm.