Live: Essii, Lyze, Lauren Mikki & Novine

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A day festival is heading into a successful fifth year after selling out three years running. It attracts the very best artists and collectives globally, across jazz, funk, soul, hiphop, electronica and world music. A festival centred on community, culture, family, flavour, history and creating a space for emerging artists as well as heritage legends, boasting 9 vibrant music stages for 30,000 people!

Essii
British-Zambian artist Essii burst onto the scene in 2020 and has swiftly carved out a niche for herself within the UK R&B genre. With an impressive accolade of recognition from high-profile music outlets such as Clash and Wonderland, Essii has captivated a significant audience. Her career milestones include amassing over 1 million streams across various streaming platforms and surpassing 2 million views on YouTube, marking her as a rapidly rising star in the music industry.
Essii's lyrical prowess is deeply rooted in her personal experiences with relationships and heartbreak, offering a candid glimpse into the complexities of young love. Her music is celebrated for its raw honesty, seamlessly blended with a sleek and soulfully feminine touch that resonates with listeners. Her ability to articulate the emotional rollercoaster of love and loss has established her as a beacon of genuine expression in the contemporary R&B landscape.
Her breakthrough singles, ‘Pourin’ and ‘Positions,’ laid the groundwork for her burgeoning career and led to a notable collaboration with pop sensation Coi Leray on the 2021 hit single ‘Brown Eyes.’ This collaboration further propelled Essii into the limelight, with the track receiving airplay on prestigious platforms such as BBC Radio 1, Kiss Fresh, and Rinse FM. Additionally, the song garnered considerable attention on TikTok and its music video achieved over 1 million views, underscoring the broad appeal and engaging nature of her work.
Essii's ascent in the music world is not only a testament to her talent but also her ability to connect with audiences through the universal themes of love, heartbreak, and resilience. As she continues to evolve and expand her musical repertoire, Essii remains a standout artist, promising to deliver more heartfelt, soul-stirring, and empowering music to her ever-growing fanbase. Her journey is a compelling example of how authenticity and artistic expression can pave the way for success and recognition in the competitive landscape of the music industry.

Lyze

Hailing from the vibrant heart of the UK's neo-soul scene, LYZE emerges as a distinctive voice in contemporary music, crafting melodies that resonate with the soul's deepest narratives. Growing up immersed in the rich tones of jazz and soul, LYZE 's music is an artful blend of soulful vocals, dreamy harmonies, and mellow spoken word, creating a sound that feels like a journal entry set to melody. Her music invites listeners into a world of introspection and speaks to those who find it challenging to confront their emotions.

Lauren Mikki

Alternative RnB/Soul artist Lauren Mikki combines ethereal soundscapes with raw emotion in her music. The effect is distinctive and dreamy, interweaving layered harmonies and an infallible sense of melody that makes for an unmissable live experience. Growing up travelling between her northern home and family in the south, Lauren was surrounded by diverse musical tastes that have subtly influenced her style. From a childhood dominated by the indie tastes of her parents, she went on to discover her love for the likes of Sabrina Claudio, Ariana Grande and Solange. Music is at the centre of her of life, and any style may become a source of inspiration for Lauren Mikki--something that is evident in her performances.

Novine

"Novine was born and raised in Heidelberg, Germany by a Jamaican mother and German father and is now residing in Berlin. Novine has taken a very intimate and refreshing approach to R&B and Neo-Soul. The artist allows her diverse backgrounds and inspirations to influence her, making her music burst with colourful melodies and charisma. The soulful singer has left her mark on the music industry in recent years, releasing several singles such as "Memories" or "Perfection" as well as her 2021 released EP "State of Mind". Songs with dreamy neo-soul vibes and soaring vocals invite listeners into a fascinatingly dreamy and soulful atmosphere."

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