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Joana Simães is a visual artist from Felgueiras, a small town in the district of Porto, Portugal. After studying Fine Art in high school, Simães moved to London in 2020 to pursue a degree in Fine Art at Middlesex University, graduating in 2023.

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The core of Joana´s work goes from classically executed figurative oil paintings to more graphic paintings with the use of flat colors and less shading, onto hard surfaces in various sizes. Inspired by artists such as Goya and Michael Borremans, Simães explores the subtleties of human experience through both painting and, on occasion, video art.

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Kit likes music. His propensity for the mix was forged in the drum and bass ridden streets of south Manchester, so he sought to play a different sound; a sound that might (potentially) have been described as ‘eclectic’, ‘juicy’ and ‘funkadelic to the point of ridiculousness’. He has stated his sole aim is to bring a selection of beats that leave craters on dance floors, and sweaty pools on the ceiling. A veteran of Indigo, Shoreditch BOXPARK (the upstairs zone) and his friend Steve’s basement, Kit is not one to miss.

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JoeJas Is A rapper and producer (when producing going under the alias "HairyMuffinMan".). Putting out his self produced debut album ‘Planet’ in 2016 taking influences from punk, Jazz, Hip-Hop & R&B and blending them all. Genre blending has become a defining point in JoeJas’ music, to this date with his latest release 2022 'Gaps & Nomads.'

All music videos have been shot and edited by JoeJas from 2017 showing the array of skills capable. In 2016 he had started his own events under his brand ‘Fat Llama’ which put on a Multitude of artists around London. This was made because JoeJas felt there wasn’t anything for people considered weird and not to meet and find new sounds they weren’t a-custom to. In 2020 JoeJas won the vans musician wanted competition with praise from Anderson Paak & J.I.D.

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Krokodile is a multinational alternative rock band Formed in London in 2019. Bonding over their shared music taste, Krokodile set out to create a unique sound that drew on their diverse influences. Their atmospheric and dynamic live shows became a must-see with gigs including a sold-out show at the 200-capacity Camden Club and their self-organised event 'KrokFest' at 'The Water Rats,' attracting 150+ attendees and selling out. In August 2023, Krokodile undertook their first tour in Sicily, playing 10 gigs over two weeks, including 300-capacity stages. With their reputation growing, Krokodile is preparing to release their debut EP in October 2023 and planning more events. Keep an eye out for them as they continue to make waves both in the UK and beyond.

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As a producer, rapper, and filmmaker, my music is very immersive and story driven. It pulls the listener into an entirely different world with each song, through a colourful use of sound design and hard-hitting yet comedic lyrical storytelling. I take pride in an original sound that I can call my own.

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Hailing from Glasgow, Scotland, ALLKNIGHT hit the dance scene with undeniable force. She has worked with names such as Marsh, Le Youth, Jody Wisternoff & Rezident to name a few.
2024 brought with it a series of career highs, including joining Marsh across his Aria tour, playing at iconic venues such as The Fonda (LA), Webster Hall (NYC), Piknic Electronic (Montreal) and Red Rocks to round it all off.
Jodie’s hooky, ear-worm driven writing has resulted in continued support from labels such as This Never Happened, Major Recordings, Anjuna and Monstercat.
With an exciting string of releases through 2025, as well as the launch of her debut solo EP, there’s still so much more in store to keep us dancing and crying on the dancefloor all night!

I am a multidisciplinary artist based in London.
I work through a practice that lays an open space to experiment and be vulnerable with creating new and imperfect forms of artwork through the mediums of poetry, collage, critical discussion and soundscape.

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Miles Hobbs is a session bassist from West London. He’s played countless shows in originals and covers outfits, recorded at Abbey Road and BBC’s Maida Vale Studios, and even had some of his music featured at LEGOLAND Windsor. His new Instagram series ‘Bass Along with a New Song’ sees him rocking out with upcoming bands and classic TV show theme tunes.

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I like to make music that tells stories, whether through descriptive acoustic ballads done with just me and the guitar, or an energetic live looping tune that brings people through a tale of sounds and feelings. Music is such an incredible gift from God and it's my calling to use it to get people to feel more connected to themselves and the beautiful world around us.

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Hailing from South London, IXYALA is a dynamic Afrohouse and Afrotech music producer and DJ redefining the underground soundscape. Formerly known as DJ Dris, IXYALA has evolved into a sonic force, blending pulsating tribal rhythms, futuristic synths, and deep basslines into a powerful Afro-electronic experience.

With roots deeply embedded in both African musical heritage and London’s diverse club culture, IXYALA’s sets are an electrifying journey through ancestral energy and modern innovation. His sound is bold, immersive, and unapologetically rhythmic — designed to move bodies and awaken spirits on dancefloors worldwide.

IXYALA is more than a name change; it’s a rebirth. A new era of sound, soul, and sonic storytelling. AfroTech is just the beginning.