ARTIST COMMUNITY

Clara Thadea is about the most independent an independent artist can get. She writes, plays, produces, mixes and masters everything by herself, and sometimes with the help of close friends. Once that is done, any visuals will also be DIY. Her live band is made up of Thomas Dunk on drums, Sara Madaluni on keys, and Sam Clarke on bass, and they add some live excitement to her production that are in the genre of indie/alternative/very very chill pop. The unique thing to listen for in her act is her way of singing in a jazzy and almost middle eastern way. The main goal of the music (besides being good) is to make listeners feel for which there is no word yet, some mix between nostalgia and confusion. During the live act, it is a lot more cheerful than her lyrics plan for it to be, and these are always filled with metaphors and imagery which have a deeper and more poetic meaning than most other ‘pop’.

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Tayah Ettienne is a dynamic singer-songwriter crafting a unique blend of alternative R&B and pop, infused with jazz and folk influences. With a voice that effortlessly captures emotion, Tayah explores themes of female empowerment and personal experience, delivering her messages in a sultry, ethereal, and occasionally cheeky manner.

Performing with an all-female band, Tayah made a powerful debut, headlining at 93 Feet East and captivating audiences at the renowned Secret Garden Party Festival in 2024. Her music resonates with a diverse array of topics, reflecting her passion for storytelling and connection.

Driven by a commitment to uplifting women in the music industry, Tayah Ettienne continues to push boundaries, creating an inviting and vibrant space for her listeners. With each performance and release, she invites her audience to experience her artistic journey, blending rich soundscapes with heartfelt lyrics.

“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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