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Taking inspiration from person experiences hoping to open conversations and allow people to feel comfortable when discussing hard to talk about topics. REAL TALK. A massive advocate for mental health, weaving words to slam political issues and twisting tales and storytelling in a unique flow and style. He has written for companies across Greater Manchester, been featured on BBC radio, facilitated workshops, collaborated with artists, and is now working on a very exciting project with a group of Manchester musicians.

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Along side the Spoken word world Matt’s acting has taken him all over the UK and further a field. Credits include - The Girl On The Train , Coronation Street, Miss Scarlet & The Duke and The Lazarus Project. Currently in PATRIOTS by Peter Morgan (The Crown) in the West End.

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I am an open format EDM DJ with the power of autism and neurodivergent. Back at February 2020 before lockdown, I have been inspired by my friend and the world famous DJ, James Hype. I have been taught by to watch on YouTube channel called Crossfader. In April 2023, I was so more than happy because I am on the guestlist multiple times at the iconic club in London, Ministry Of Sound and so, I can go the backstage to meet, greet and networking with the other world famous DJs. Now, I can mix a lots of EDM genres such as House (Deep, Tech, Bass, Future), Techno, Trance, UK Garage, Dubstep, Future Bass, and Drum N' Bass. One day, I would love to be an international DJ. I know it took long to go more through up in my dreams like David Guetta.

Blessed with a soaring vocal, UK based John Dhali is an explosion of positive energy. He pours his experiences overcoming mental health issues into a musical medicine for the soul. Last year he released his crowd-funded debut, the 'In Time LP' – an indie/ folk/ rock concoction filled with infectious, hook-laden melodies that build to unstoppable choruses and anthemic heights. With shades of Kodaline, The Lumineers and Jeff Buckley, the album has received support from Spotify UK New Music Friday, prestigious music blogs such as Clash and Earmilk and international radio airplay. At the end of 2022 he picked up the DrakeYolanda Award for Emerging Artists and this year he’s just received a 1st place award in the International Songwriting competition - the worlds largest songwriting contest.

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East London’s Baby Pink is quickly becoming a rising star within the R&B field. Current, fiery and fiercely independent, Baby Pink blurs the lines between song and rap.

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Jodie Knight is a songwriter, vocalist and producer from Scotland. At 18 she opened for Rick Astley on 2 nights of his tour, and in 2022 she performed at Murrayfield Stadium (67,000). She has supported Texas, played sold out Sofar Sounds shows, performed at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Bar & recorded at Abbey Road Studios. In 2024 she is set to headline her first show in London at The Camden Chapel, with tickets selling out in just days.

"Jodie Knight is an expert at whether it’s her own sad girl kind of pop, or whether she’s supplying a vocal feature on a huge, huge dance banger. She has proven time & time again how versatile her voice is and I reckon in a couple of years time she’s going to be one of BBC Introducing’s major new success stories.” - Phoebe & Shereen, BBC Introducing Scotland.

*Hailing from Trinidad and Tobago, Viren Neel is a singer-songwriter with a penchant for retro-rock."

I am a singer-songwriter hailing from Trinidad and Tobago. I've always had a profound love for music from the 1960s to early '70s so I decided one day, after loads of covers, 10 years of guitar playing and a little bit of singing and writing experience, I'm going to make them for myself. My first song, Change, released in 2020 quickly became the 5th most listened to song on Apple Music in Trinidad and my life as an artist has been a notably thrilling one ever since. Though I typically say my music is era-based, if I had to say what genres I cover, it'd be folk, soul and rock with writing that pulls from my Trinidadian perspective. I so can't wait for you all to hear me at Farrago!

With a timeless soul and jazz flair, emerging Neo Soul artist-songwriter Amalia, hailing from Birmingham and now calling London her home, fuses soul, jazz, and pop with raw, emotive vocals into a sound that's uniquely her own. Her introspective songwriting tackles mental health and offers candid reflections on personal experiences. Passionate about addressing gender imbalances in music production, Amalia actively advocates for greater recognition of female producers in the industry. As a member of Flames Collective, she has performed at the BRIT Awards, BBC’s Big Weekend, Reading & Leeds, and the MTV EMAs with Raye, as well as headlining Cafe KOKO with her own band.

North London artist Luke Gomm has carved out a unique space in the music world with his innovative fusion of electronic music and soul. His early career was shaped by a collaboration with Nile Rodgers in 2014, leading him to work in legendary studios such as RAK and Strongroom, alongside artists like Rihanna, Sampha, Florence and the Machine, and J. Cole.

In 2024, Luke elevated his sound to new heights, incorporating dance-focused elements with jungle and drum & bass influences. This shift has defined his latest live sets, making them even more dynamic and energetic. He delivered a standout performance during a prime-time slot on the Bread & Roses Stage at Glastonbury, alongside two additional sets at the festival.

Luke also recently wrapped up a European tour, performing solo live MPC sets in Barcelona, Amsterdam, and London. These shows gave him the opportunity to showcase his evolving taste in music, blending live jungle and dance beats to offer fans a deeper dive into the dance-driven direction he has been developing throughout 2024.

In addition to his live performances, Luke has balanced his eponymous artist project with regular writing and production credits for artists such as Miraa May, Lily Allen, Connie Constance, Krept & Konan, Pip Millett, and KiLLOWEN, among others. His music continues to capture the essence of a new London sound.

As Luke puts it:
"Once I fall in love with a song or an idea, it drives me to share that feeling with others."

With support from BBC Radio 1, Spotify, Apple Music, DJ Mag, and Wonderland Magazine, Luke Gomm continues to push boundaries in the music industry.

ZEE-2 are an East Asian female DJ duo based in London. Creative consultant, Zoe, and Singer-Songwriter/Producer, Saïna, play an eclectic mix of RnB, Hip-hop and Soul remixes with a House, Baile Funk, UK Garage, Afro and Amapiano twist.

London's own Bobbi Fallon, a unique singer-songwriter with roots in Johannesburg, South Africa, brings a dynamic fusion of talent and passion to the global music scene.

Shaped by her vibrant upbringing, Bobbi's captivating voice and profound lyrics have resonated deeply with music enthusiasts worldwide.

Fueled by determination and an unwavering love for her craft, Bobbi Fallon consistently forges meaningful connections through her art.

With each release and performance, she continues to inspire, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of fans. As her musical journey evolves, anticipation builds for the next compelling chapter in Bobbi's story.