Intertoto

When making any good babaganoush, you need some core ingredients:
– Large cup of groovy percussions
– 2 oz of naughty synths
– Splash of vocal loops
– 2 tbspns killer progressions
– Mix together, squeeze half a lemon over and serve
Now you know about the dip, time for the drop. Babaganoush takes this recipe and combines it with her knack of spotting music that brings a smile to your face. Her tunes, grounded in beautiful deep house, effortlessly straddle genres from acid, balearic, italo, 90s house, progressive and more, transporting you to a dancing paradise!

Based in London, made in Leeds, Ten Hands High's sound has evolved since their inception in 2019 and has now arrived at Vibe Central Station. Starting in classic indie rock roots, they now explore the boundaries of their genre, with each member's eclectic taste contributing to a sound that focuses on groove and atmosphere. They have consistently sold out headline shows in their two hometowns and have supported bands like Glass Caves and Luna Bay. Jack Saunders of BBC Radio 1 called their debut EP's lead single called Sweet, "euphoric". The band have been played on regional BBC Introducing, 6Music's BBC Introducing Mixtape and Radio X’s X-Posure, as well as being featured on playlists like Spotify's Students Union and Amazon's Fresh Indie.

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Saskia who explores sound in a variety of ways including live performances, installations and DJing, sublimates her musical expression into a spatial one because of her love to art that is felt with the full body. After she released her first EP on Detroit Underground in 2017, she’s been into the world of electronic music. She performed regularly at electronic music parties, festivals and radio shows in Tokyo and around the world. In 2022, she moved to Bristol to further explore music. Saskia is passionate about experimental music that combines elements of broken beats, bass, techno, tribal, cinematic and funky. With the concept of 'Sound to _____ this magnificent cell' at her core, she lands floating and then ventures off again to another place.

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Josh Dionisio is a singer-songwriter/producer from Hong Kong now based in London. Known for his compelling voice, heartfelt and delicate writing, and onstage presence, he is driven by his dream of one day selling out Wembley Stadium and the world’s biggest venues. But most importantly, creating timeless music and doing whatever it takes to become the greatest artist he can be.

From writing, producing, and releasing his very first song at age 16 to busking and performing in the streets and pubs of Hong Kong and London, Josh is an up-and-coming talent on his way to making his mark in the music scene.

Inspired by wordsmiths such as Leonard Cohen and Laura Marling, Chloe Leigh's music portrays sincere tales of love and loss, longing and laughter. Her signature blend of folk and flamenco styles has taken Chloe to many places, from the fine fields of Glastonbury festival to Nashville, and dark jazz bars in Berlin. Chloe has recently been working on a new collection of songs for debut album, inspired by her southern Spanish roots, that represents her unique international sound.

Portuguese, English, and Brazilian. Born in London and raised in São Paulo, Nito grew up between cultures, immersing himself in music with the same focus and curiosity. His sets lean into tech house, disco house, and minimal, but he moves freely across genres, blending instinct with selection.

Using CDJs, he builds tension and groove with a laid-back energy, creating sets that feel both fluid and intentional. With a sharp ear for underground cuts and overlooked gems, Nito crafts moments that reflect his diverse background and evolving taste, always chasing that track that hits right.

Mariana is a Portuguese textile artist & fashion designer specialising in print & is committed to working sustainably by upcycling existing materials. Her artistic focus addresses current issues & expresses her personal reactions, emotions & life experiences through textiles. Mariana aims to extend & enhance the body, creating a harmonious "second skin" with fluid movement inbuilt. The collection featured a powerful fashion performance using reconstructed stretch fabrics, including repurposed tights & other feminine garments, conveying a delicate balance of strength & fragility.

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Bastet is an alternative jazz rapper hailing from Scotland. Now based in Manchester

He specialises in Neo soul jazz hip hop. combining choppy flows with melodic jazz he provides social commentary speaking about things which are close to him such as mental health and social injustice.

“We’ve never liked the idea of being ‘just another indie band’,” say King Kuda. The Brighton-based four-piece, whose sound has evolved from classic indie numbers to incorporating “creamy guitars, big hooks, and hypnotic grooves”, first met at university and started jamming in the living room of their shared house. Their 2018 debut single Wildflower’ was packed with spangly guitars and wistful vocals, and now boasts almost half a million streams. New banger, ‘Bloodstream’, however, is reminiscent of electronic artists Dusky and Bonobo, who the band count as recent influences on their sound as well as indie gods, Foals.

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Jade is an Afro Tribal house DJ based in East London. She has recently toured Africa playing across Cape Town, Johannesburg, Zimbabwe, Botswanna, Tanzania and Zanzibar, with this she promises to bring undiscovered tracks from across the pond and the niche African energy to the dance floor. Jade feels a particular affinity to the African percussion style following her Zimbabwean routes.