FJOKRA

Fjokra is the musical project of 25 year old multi-instrumentalist, Fjokra. Originally from Dublin, now resident in London, his music has been decribed as, '"Todd Rundgren in Genesis listening to Muse while hanging out with Queen, Sikth and Quincy Jones who are all shagging Prince in Rush's private studio on LSD dressed up as The Beatles mixing Psycore jamming with The Manhattan Transfer in a lost Gershwin musical somewhere in Iceland.'

www.fjokra.com
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Fjokra - The Old Time Nook

Remember the Bar Cuba days in Kensington come and relive them for One Night Only at ‘Salsa Reunion’ with 7 piece Salsa band, Dorance Lorza & Sexteto Café and legendary Latin Dj Johnny G.

DORANCE LORZA & SEXTETO CAFÉ

‘The Cream Of London Salsa’ Time Out 

Dorance Lorza & Sexteto Cafe have been one of the leading bands in the London salsa scene since they formed in 1996. They have played at many European salsa congresses and jazz festivals and recently performed at the Cali Fair in Colombia. They’ve released 4 albums to date and been featured on many compilation albums.

Dorance Lorza has worked with Los Niches, Los Del Caney, Los Titanes, Los Nemus Del Pacifico, Orquesta Canela, Santiago Ceron, La Octava Dimension, Kike Harvey, Cali Aleman and Fruko y su Orquesta. He was nominated for the LUKAS AWARDS Category " Latin Musician Of The Year 2011 " and 2012

Sexteto Café’s fourth album "Rumbero De Corazon" was included by Latin Beat Magazine contributor Nelson Rodriguez on the TOP TEN Best Salsa releases of 2012

www.dorancelorza.com


JOHNNY G.
Is known as the Latin Expert due to his knowledge of the music. He ran Mr Bongo’s record shop for 10 years,
Has written for “Noticias Latin America” newspaper and reviewing music releases in magazines such as ‘Straight no Chaser’ and ‘Latin London’. He has also collaborated with DJ Gerry Lyghsett at GLR Radio, presenting the weekly World Music show “Planet Mambo”.

He’s DJ at “Loughborough Hotel”, “Bar Rumba”,”Havana” and “Salsa Fusion” Music Festivals,
Ronnie Scotts, Ministry of Sound, Glasgow jazz festival, Royal Festival hall, Queen Elizabeth, Barbican, Glastonbury, Notting Hill Carnival, Carnaval de Cuba, etc…

http://www.djjohnnyg.co.uk/


www.discovery-talent.co.uk

Dorance Lorza & Sexteto Cafe - Salsa Pa' Ti (January 20th)

Remember the Bar Cuba days in Kensington come and relive them for One Night Only at ‘Salsa Reunion’ with 7 piece Salsa band, Dorance Lorza & Sexteto Café and legendary Latin Dj Johnny G.

DORANCE LORZA & SEXTETO CAFÉ

‘The Cream Of London Salsa’ Time Out 

Dorance Lorza & Sexteto Cafe have been one of the leading bands in the London salsa scene since they formed in 1996. They have played at many European salsa congresses and jazz festivals and recently performed at the Cali Fair in Colombia. They’ve released 4 albums to date and been featured on many compilation albums.

Dorance Lorza has worked with Los Niches, Los Del Caney, Los Titanes, Los Nemus Del Pacifico, Orquesta Canela, Santiago Ceron, La Octava Dimension, Kike Harvey, Cali Aleman and Fruko y su Orquesta. He was nominated for the LUKAS AWARDS Category " Latin Musician Of The Year 2011 " and 2012

Sexteto Café’s fourth album "Rumbero De Corazon" was included by Latin Beat Magazine contributor Nelson Rodriguez on the TOP TEN Best Salsa releases of 2012

www.dorancelorza.com


JOHNNY G.
Is known as the Latin Expert due to his knowledge of the music. He ran Mr Bongo’s record shop for 10 years,
Has written for “Noticias Latin America” newspaper and reviewing music releases in magazines such as ‘Straight no Chaser’ and ‘Latin London’. He has also collaborated with DJ Gerry Lyghsett at GLR Radio, presenting the weekly World Music show “Planet Mambo”.

He’s DJ at “Loughborough Hotel”, “Bar Rumba”,”Havana” and “Salsa Fusion” Music Festivals,
Ronnie Scotts, Ministry of Sound, Glasgow jazz festival, Royal Festival hall, Queen Elizabeth, Barbican, Glastonbury, Notting Hill Carnival, Carnaval de Cuba, etc…

http://www.djjohnnyg.co.uk/

Dorance Lorza & Sexteto Cafe - Salsa Pa' Ti

PETER PAN COMPLEX ￼

Having released their 5th studio album “O(ou)” in 2012, Peterpan Complex is enjoying a successful career with their newly developed synth-pop outfit. It is inspiring to see a band that has been active for a decade now, still has the courage to expose themselves to a completely new sound and explore it without hesitation. Their effort was rewarded with extensive TV coverage, headlining festivals, and continuous sold out shows in South Korea.

“Change is a virtue. If I stick to one particular style then I’ll be serving one particular generation of fans. That’s not what I want. I prefer to constantly expose myself to a new world and engage with different people. Make the whole new generation dance.” Jihan (Peterpan Complex frontman)

“Probably the most changeable, and trendiest band that Korean live music scene has ever seen” Mnet (Korean MTV) “Delicate and chic” KBS (Korean Broadcasting Service) 

http://www.peterpancomplex.com/

Peter Pan Complex - Can't Take My Eyes Off You

DESERT MOUNTAIN TRIBE

Emerging late in 2012 out of the ever-relevant cultural undergrowth of London town itself, Desert Mountain Tribe is a threefold onslaught of psychedelic rock heart and soul. these days they constitute one of the more formidable emerging rhythm sections currently active on the UK’s club circuit. They have shared the stage with the likes of Damo Suzuki¸ The Cult of Dom Keller, The Lucid Dream, Wall of Death and The Telescopes. Their début EP will soon be released digitally and as a limited edition 12” vinyl run closely followed by their début album, whilst continuing to lap the UK with a string of sonic live performances. They performed at Artrockers New Blood festival

'In the midst of a fully-fledged psychedelic revival..one of the scene's brightest new bands.' 1883 Magazine

'It's a threefold onslaught of psychedelic rock, heart and soul.' (Artrocker magazine) 

https://soundcloud.com/desert-mountain-tribe/coming-down

Desert Mountain Tribe - Take A Ride

ShaoDow

A Shaolin Kung Fu trained independent rapper with a Law degree; known for working with genres including Hip Hop, Grime, Dubstep, Rock and House.

Trained in Shaolin Kung Fu in China he has sold over 15,000 copies of his CDs across the world alone, toured in Thailand, performed at Reading and Leeds Festival and headlined the O2 Academy Oxford twice.

He has self released 5 singles, 1 EP, 2 Mixtapes and 2 Albums and co-released the DiY Gang Wireless Headphones range with Freesound Audio.

www.shaodowmusic.com

ShaoDow - GAS MARK 10!!!

COLD FEVER

Producer/songwriter/rapper, Bhumeet Kala-Lee was fed on a musical diet of Reggae, Jazz and Soul by his Jamaican father and Indian mother, his imagination was harnessed by hip-hop and UK Grime, drawing the young radical to a fondness for storytelling through rhyming couplets. ‘Desi Reggae’ was born through fusing, mixing, and synergizing the tones of his musical influences. 
He’s shared stages with Example, Wretch 32, Skepta, Lawson, The Wanted and OllyMurs. He has also collaborated with artists such as Beenie Man, Aswad, Freddie McGregor, The PropheC, Jenna Garcia (songwriter for Britney Spears, Cassie, Ja-Rule and Lloyd) 

www.coldfevermusic.com

Cold Fever - Chutney

J.APPIAH

Hailing from Hackney East London, J.Appiah is a fast-rising, Urban Alternative, singer and songwriter who is truly making an impact on the UK scene with his: nonchalant musicality, understatedly intelligent lyricism and touching vocals. His videos feature regularly on SBTV.

“Surely positioned for future success” – 4 Music

https://www.youtube.com/user/JesseSingsUK?feature=watch

http://www.jappiah.com/

J. Appiah-Rabbit Hole

ALEX BLOOD & THE DIGGERS

Midlands punk pop reggae scoundrels Alex Blood & The Diggers back on the road with a cheeky little set of dates in their strongholds. It coincides with the release of their latest collection of material “Combat Flat Cap”

Alex Blood & the Diggers have being steadily building their movement across the UK for last couple of years. Their unique blend of punk, rock, rap and reggae, has forged a sound described as “impossible to pigeonhole”

Lyrical wit reminiscent of the classic punk poets comes mixed with an edge and urgency in the music that commands attention.

They’ve supported Labrinth, Chase & Status, Devlin, Asian Dub Foundation, 2tone legends The Beat, Dreadzone, Jerry Dammers of The Specials, headlining Night & Day in Manchester and The Jam Cafe in Nottingham and receiving rave reviews for their energetic and dance floor filling live and acoustic sets.

Formed by lyricist Alex Blood (whose solo career includes collaborations with international artists Mark Ronson and Amy Winehouse, as well as touring the UK with Jay-Z).
"This isn't empty lifestyle prattle; Alex Blood is a masterful lyricist with a political edge and a story worth listening to." - Whats The Ruckus

“The energy as well is crazy, but it’s mesmerising. I missed him going onto the stage and as I made my way up from the green room, you walk past the side of the stage… well I just stood there in complete awe” - Alternative Student Guide MCR

www.alexblood.com

Alex Blood & The Diggers - Through My Eyes

Our next showcase features BAKERS EDDY , one of the most in-demand young New Zealand rock bands, high octane indie punk, funk from MATT GROCOTT & THE SHRIVES , flavours of Americana and alternative rock with DESERT PLANES, Blues Latin-gypsy influenced LISA MARINI , Spoken word duo ADVENTURES OF... plus Dj DELPHI
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BAKERS EDDY

Hailing from Wellington, New Zealand, rock quartet Bakers Eddy are inspired by 90s/2000s rock. Their infectious single 'Something Outside' has been supported heavily by The Rock FM, and accumulated over 16,000 plays on soundcloud. 

"A band to watch out for" - Rip it Up Magazine

" I haven't heard such mature song writing from such a young band in a long time. They've got the riffs, the lyrics and the look and they kill it live. I have no doubt these guyswill go far" - Clayton Anderson, Beastwars
http://www.bakerseddy.co.nz/
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MATT GROCOTT & THE SHRIVES

An exciting upcoming band who formed after frontman Matt Grocott & guitarist Josh Horsfall recorded an album at Jingletown Studios, Oakland, California. The album featured Joey Armstrong (Emily’s Army) on drums, was produced by Billie Joe Armstrong (Green Day) and recorded by Grammy Award-winning engineer Chris Dugan. The band have toured the UK and their single “Turn Me On” gained press coverage from Kerrang!, Rock Sound and NME.

“Matt Grocott & The Shrives are unafraid to experiment, with their music veering from solid indie to pop to punk-funk.” - NME

“There are rushes of power-pop energy and acoustic tracks that fall somewhere between Johnny Cash and Violent Femmes, all served with a vintage punk and new-wave vibe. Keep your eye on The Shrives” – Kerrang!
http://mattgrocott.com/
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DESERT PLANES

A London based guitar band, with an Americana/Alternative Rock flavour. Formed by Tom Farrer and BenNiblett , the bands musical approach to strong melodies, attacking beats and swaying riffs result in a melancholic soundscape with a euphoric punch. 

"We're on this whole nostalgia trip upon pressing play that introduces the voice of Richard Ashcroft (so by default The Verve) combining with moments of The Cure that culminates in something quite splendid." Killing Moon

https://www.facebook.com/desertplanes
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ADVENTURES OF…

are Bernard James and Koopa Nut; two musician, rappers based in London. Influences span countless genres and eras resulting in a cityfull sound of synthlead melodies and driving beats; the backdrop to their vivid imagery and artistic direction. 

https://www.facebook.com/AdventuresOfband
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LISA MARINI
She describes herself as a travelling artist. Her debut EP 'From The Bedroom Den' was released late last year. From what started out as an experiment in her bedroom, her songs have found their way onto a documentary in New Zealand and into juke boxes around Europe.

'great music, that transcends your mood and musical leanings' - - Music Musings & Such blog

https://www.facebook.com/marinimusic
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Desert Planes - Wake In Fright

Adventures Of ... - Where We R

LAST CHARADE
Last Charade are a London based Rhythm n'Indie band with energetic sounds and catchy choruses. Consisting of 4 members and fronted by EMI's recently crowned 'Most Promising Artist' Danny Pape

."'Their songs are quirky, without being twee and unconventional, without being contrived!" - Head of Music, HMV.

https://www.facebook.com/lastcharade

Last Charade - Dance For Me

APOLLO JUNCTION

Apollo Juntion formed in 2012, 5 former band rivals with the intention of forming a supegroup to write and perform electro indie guitar inspired songs infused with tuneful melodies that everyone can dance to. Wherever they play they are causing a stir. They have a new single 'Born For Now' out which is receiving National Press and regular Radio play from Janice Long, Radio 2. 

“Magnificent” The Sun

“It’s always a good sign when you feel you know the chorus after hearing a song for the first time” BBC6 music

“Melodic, Piano-led soul-bearers from the Leeds-London Indie outfit” The Times

”These guys are tremendous” Graham Norton BBC Radio 2“The track compositions are ready to get bums off arena seats” Cult Noise

“When the first track you hear by a band is a huge anthem, you know they’re something special!” Chris Hawkins BBC6 music

www.apollojunction.com

Apollo Junction - BFN

THE BUZZARD ORCHESTRAL
The debut single from The Buzzard Orchestral 'One Stone' has been picked as a 'fresh fave' from Tom Robinson's Fresh On The Net , and picking up regional radio play across the UK. They're supporting Funeral for a Friend. This band have a lot to say about current day issues facing young people and politics.Influences for their unique sound are drawn from The Dirty Pretty Things to Led Zeppelin – helping to forge the often haunting, stabbing, melodic, grooving alternative early Radiohead influenced sounds. As described by Show Me Something Different:- 

‘The Buzzard Orchestral are one of a kind. Profound and powerful. With genius lyrics they intrigue me like no unsigned band ever have''Lovely stuff, it's all rhythmically and musically interesting, the guitars sound great!' 'Rhodri Marsden - The Independent

"Every time I listened, it made me feel like turning up the volume and dancing around the room."Fresh On The Net"

One of a kind. Profound and powerful. With genius lyrics they intrigue me like no unsigned band ever have"Show Me Something Different

www.facebook.com/TheBuzzardOrchestral

The Buzzard Orchestral - One Stone

BILLY BIBBY (Acoustic)

(EX-Catfish & the Bottlemen)

Made in Lancashire and raised in the Welsh seaside resort of Llandudno. Billy Bibby's voice has all the traditions of a Lancashire hotpot churned together with the excitement of a trip to the beach. Possessing powerful melodic pipes and a set of songs to match. Bibby prides himself on making those records that everyday people will understand and resonate with. Influences from such greats as Elvis Presley, Noel Gallagher and Mark Knopfler most prominent but not defining on his singing and song writing style. Previous work consists of being one of the founding members of hugely popular Catfish and the Bottlemen. Having toured extensively with them (Catfish) as lead guitarist over the past 7 years Billy is no stranger to the stage and is now looking to furrow his own way back to where he belongs.

https://www.facebook.com/billybibs20

Billy Bibby Waitin' For You (Acoustic)

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Discovery, has been promoting emerging talent to the music Industry and public since 2003. Past performers include: Ed Sheeran, Scouting For Girls, The Guillemots, Dan Le Sac & Scroobius Pip, Nate James, Alice Russell, The Correspondents , Foy Vance, The Talks, Jazz Morley, Louise Golbey , Laid Blak and many more.

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