Luke Gomm

My name is Charlie McMahon and I am a fashion and textile designer from the North East of England. My work is inspired by rural textile traditions and bringing them into a high fashion context. My most recent project is inspired by a series of nightmares I had as a child featuring the painting ‘Miss Wong’ by Vladimir Tretchikoff, which hung in my living room when I was growing up. Inspired by the paintings vivid colours and the subjects piercing stare, I have made a wardrobe of clothes for this nightmare woman. Featuring over the top colours and prints that swarm around the body and unconventional silhouettes and pattern cutting, in order to emulate the disorienting feeling of being in a nightmare.

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When I was eleven, I visited the world-famous Magic Circle. I was instantly hooked! Since that day, I have wanted to bring the same happiness I felt to others and have spent almost two decades working as a professional close-up magician. Over the last five years I have expanded my skillset to include mentalism which has added a new dynamic to my performance.

I have entertained international royalty and celebrities, regularly performing at a number of London's top bars and restaurants, as well as countless events including weddings, charity fundraisers, corporate away days, and premier league football matches. My client-base and experience has led me to start Maverick Magicians, a bespoke entertainment agency focused on bringing clients a variety of magicians and mind-readers who will provide unique & interactive entertainment.

I am a magician and mind-reader rolled into one. Send me an enquiry to add sense of WONDER to your event today. I hope to amuse, astound and entertain you soon.

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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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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ZIYING often delves into the realm of emotions through a fusion of melodic and progressive sounds, adding a dash of madness to the grooving rhythms.

Firmly believing in the power of music to convey what words often cannot, and inspired by the London underground music scene, ZIYING weaves the threads of various sonic genres to curate stories that audiences can feel deeply.

EJ Negre, born in Lapu-Lapu, Philippines, discovered his passion for drawing at an early age. He honed his craft across Canada, Philippines and London, combining formal training at Vancouver Film School and Alberta College of Art with self-taught exploration. As a freelance illustrator, animator, and photographer, EJ has traveled the world to learn from masters of the craft.

In London, he has been an active figure in the drawing scene, contributing illustrations to the award-winning British fashion film SATURNALIA, sketching at London Fashion Week, and fostering artistic communities through his group, Let’s Draw Now. Balancing commissions in illustration, photography, and animation, EJ collaborates with directors and creatives across industries.

His work has been featured in Zee Lifestyle Magazine, Redbull Canada, Facebook London, Need for Speed: Unbound, King's Cross Library, Smile Inflight Magazine, University of the Philippines Cebu, Calgary Herald, CBC News, and Mabuhay Calgary. Today, EJ continues to champion the art of drawing, inspiring creatives and keeping the spirit of drawing alive.

Exploring the dark and divine through the lens of surrealism

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. Alongside this she also has a wide repertoire of covers for those magical sing-along moments.

I’m a passionate singer-songwriter  based in London, with an ability to blend acoustic and rock influences - I have been told that I have distinctive "raw" vocals that play well to this style. I have been developing a catalogue of songs over the years and as an ambitious musician, I am striving to grow as an artist with bigger production and performance experiences. Listeners have compared my style to the likes of Eddie Vedder, Dave Grohl, and Rob Thomas from Matchbox Twenty. I have had the opportunity to perform on BBC Introducing stages at festivals in the South West and have even enjoyed the surprise of being played on national Polish radio. With a music degree and years of experience playing in local scenes across Pakistan, Plymouth, Manchester, and Birmingham, I am now exploring the vibrant music scene in London where I have been playing for exciting crowds across the city!

Yassi V is a singer-songwriter from Brighton, now based in London, fusing emotional and sassy lyrics with catchy pop/R&B melodies. After her debut EP 'Warzone', which gained support from BBC Introducing and included music videos for 'Lifeline' and 'You Deserve Better', Yassi spent lockdown writing new music and working on a new sound. With the latest single Distress and more on the way, she’s fresh on the London music scene.

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