The band was formed in Leeds, UK in 2007 to take part in the Northern Battle of the Bands where they reached the finals. They recorded two EPs in 2009 and 2012. After parting company with several lead guitarists Charlie introduced Jon who brought experience of a Spanish number one single to his name. They are touring their 3rd EP and were listed as 1 of the top 20 bands in Leeds by Fred Perry.

The Brazen are a recently formed five piece from Yorkshire/Birmingham, blending classic rock with indie & britpop. Influences ranging from The Rolling Stones, The Charlatans, The Who, Iggy pop, The Stone Roses, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Kasabian and Queen. 
The band were formed in mid 2015 when singer Ryan Hobbs recruited bassist Trev Phillips, Drummer Adam Larner and guitarist Rob Clayton after playing together in a previous band. Lead guitarist Matt Lucas joined soon after and the band was complete.
After months of collaboration, they began to develop the unique sound which was soon to become their trademark, based on their amazing live shows and years of experience.

Formed in 2016 with the ambition to perform at a school competition, Serena Joy are an indie rock four-piece from Lincoln. Serena Joy have since gone onto release numerous singles, support notable acts such as Marsicans, Ivory Wave and Twisted Wheel, as well as playing all over the country. The band's single 'Tell Me' was described as 'punchy, harmonic indie rock with big guitar tones, a guaranteed footstomper' by Gigslutz in 2019.
 
Serena Joy's latest single 'Cold Shoulder' was championed by The Sherlocks being added to their 'Upcoming Bands' playlist, as well as being played among their other tracks on BBC Music Introducing regularly.

With her angelic, soulful voice, independent UK Neo-soul singer-songwriter Shantelle King aims to spread jazzy renditions and heart-felt originals to every city, whilst taking you on a beautiful, melodic journey.

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For enquiries, email:

shantelle.k17@gmail.com

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Mamilah are a nu-soul 7 piece, combining elements of neo-soul and old-school soul with the flavours of the recent UK Jazz Resurgence. Proudly formed in Leeds, UK, the band have been getting their hands dirty on the local circuit since 2017.

Having shared the stage with luminaries such as KOKOROKO, Kool and the Gang, Yazmin Lacey, Galaxians and Craig Charles, Mamilah’s live performance continues to thrive nationally. Summer 2019 saw performances at Boomtown, El Dorado and Virgo Festival, as well as at pioneering grassroots venues such as The Wardrobe, The Hootannany and Band on The Wall.

Mamilah’s third EP Old Parade, is set for release in Spring 2022 and follows in the previous success of Talk Less (2020) and Moonlight Walking (2018). 

Previous releases have gained support from Jazz FM, BBC Introducing West Yorkshire, Global Soul and Sounds Like This Radio as well as a feature on Bandcamp’s “Best Soul of August 2018” article. They have been tipped as ‘ones to watch’ by Love Supreme Festival and were highlighted as one of the pioneering artists in Leeds underground Jazz Scene by Clash Magazine.


Mamilah are:
Lydia Kotsirea - Vocals
Ash Doherty - Keys
Ed Allen - Guitar
Freddie Ricketts - Bass
Matt Hill - Drums
Hannah Mae Birtwell - Sax
Dan Coulthurst - Trumpet

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