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Utelka

Greater London
 

Hailing from the West Midlands, now based in London, Utelka creates dance music that blends soulful vocals with high-energy rhythms. Passionate about nightlife and rave culture, Utelka advocates for nightlife preservation, greater inclusion, and more diversity within the dance music industry. Her audio-visual EP, 'If This Is The Last Night Out' is based on the hypothetical situation of 31st January 2029 being the final night out if venue closures continue. The EP spans House, UKG, Drum & Bass, and Jungle, heightening as the night ends for the last time.

 

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Theadora

Greater London
 

Theadora is a musician, producer and event curator from North London. 'I Love To Feel' is a night she founded to celebrate and uplift women of colour in experimental music, addressing the lack of representation in the scene. Theadora aims to expand the project into a record label to amplify underrepresented voices and create a more inclusive music ecosystem.

 

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Ronn

Greater London
 

Ronn is a musician and composer from Hyderabad, India, with 2 BBC TV Show credits. He's currently pursuing Music at University of Westminster, London. Ronn specialises in rap, songwriting, and music production, and his voice reflects South Indian roots, expressed through Telugu language. He is working on a Telugu hip-hop album featuring artists from across India and the UK, blending regional and international languages and cultures into one musical journey. Each track transports listeners to a new Indian city, reflecting its unique vibe, slang, and musical influence, creating the sonic experience of an all-India tour.

 

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PLASTYK

West Midlands
 

Karlie is a DJ and nightlife worker. She started DJing when she was very young and now runs several events and DJ in the London. The NextGen Fund supported event - PLASTYK - is a lesbian club night that is accessible and affordable, supporting the people at the intersection of queerphobic and transphobic structures in the UK.

 

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Jaiye

Greater London
 

“My name means “enjoy life,” and that’s what my music is all about feeling things in the moment and being present with that emotion. Jaiye is a Nigerian-British alternative artist blending genres. 'Live, Dream Feel' is a fusion of electronic and R&B sounds. It has influences in dance and funk. Expressive vocals, breakbeats and melancholic but uplifting chord progressions give it a retro sound. Its her affirmation as well as a motivational track to inspire others. 
 

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IBack

Greater London
 

IBack is an independent music/rap artist from Kent, showcasing introspective lyricism, fresh flows and a captivating stage presence. Her goal for this project is to release three singles and create a consistent buzz across her social media platforms by building a strong sonic and visual identity through self-made videos and brand awareness.
 

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Hana

Greater London
 

Hana is a second generation Egyptian artist. Her EP will explore the complexities of identity/heritage/self-worth/familial-expectations/peer-pressure as a second generation UK citizen through honest lyricism and soulful melodies whilst showcasing traditional Arabic sounds e.g., oud and tabla. "This project is for anyone who’s ever questioned where they fit in, offering a soundtrack of resilience, reflection, and discovery."
 

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BEASTIE

Greater London
 

BEASTIE is a producer-vocalist, blending alternative R&B, hip-hop, and electronic sounds. His Trinidadian and Tobagonian roots shape his music, bringing rhythm and storytelling into everything he creates. His latest project, 'SOFIA EP', fuses melancholic melodies with bold production, reflecting his journey as an independent artist. 'MARIA: Stories in Sound' will be a 4-track EP exploring BEASTIE's evolution as a producer-vocalist through vivid storytelling and live instrumentation. Collaborating with musicians and visual artists, he will push creative boundaries. The project will culminate in an immersive live showcase, connecting with fans and showcasing my growth as an independent artist.

 

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Jaidon Regis

Jaidon Regis is a drummer, musical director, promoter and the founder of Wavey Nights. As a drummer, he has performed with Asha Gold (at BBC Introducing LIVE and Glastonbury), Che Lingo and Ray BLK (at their headline shows). Under the Wavey Nights umbrella, he has promoted artists such as UK rap star Cristale, at venues such as White City House. The NextGen Fund funded two further Wavey Nights shows.

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Tsatsamis

Tsatsamis

Tsatsamis is a London-based artist, producer and songwriter. His music has reached over a million streams across his tracks, and the London date of his 'Our Shame' tour in October 2024 sold out. His track 'Everybody Wants a Piece of You' was placed #10 out of 'The 100 Best Songs of 2023' by i-D Magazine, his other songs have been featured on Spotify editorial playlists including 'Fresh Finds Pop', and he was named one of 10 Men Magazine's 'New Noise Artists of 2025'. He has also performed at festivals including Glastonbury Festival and Mighty Hoopla. Last year, he was shortlisted for the Music Producer Award at the Youth Music Awards 2024.

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