I'm a teenage singer-songwriter from South Cambridgeshire. I love to tell stories through my music, both real and made up, usually to release my emotions and anxieties. My style is varied and can range from folk or acoustic to Pop Indie – I write what I write and it is what it is. I’m told that my songs are relatable and I’ve recently been likened to Lily Allen, Lucy Spraggan, Katie Tunstall and Phoebe Bridgers. My lyrics are frequently described as mature beyond my years and have led to me winning the Cambridgeshire Rhapsody Songwriting Project 2021, Cambridge Band Competition Best Acoustic Act for the last two years, Cambridge 105 Radio "One To Watch" 2022, Ely Folk Festival Club Tent competition 2023 and Essex Underground Radio Secret Society Top Lyricism Award 2023. Last year, I was also named a UK/Ireland age 16 - 18 Top 10 Finalist in Song Academy's Young Songwriter Competition, a double semi-finalist in the U18 category of the UK Songwriting Contest and a nominee in the 18 and under category of the New Music Generator Awards. My debut EP "Dancing under a Pseudonym" was released on streaming services in May 2023.

Isla is playing in Cambridge, at the Grain and Hop Store, on 3rd May.

You can listen to Isla’s demo HERE.

"I am a BBC Introducing soul artist who performs with a very groovy funk band. With a mix of we’ll known classics (Papa was a rolling stone, Just the Two of us etc) in our repertoire and original songs. We bring flavour and soul.

Together with the band we have performed in and around East Anglia as we are all from Cambridge, Bedford and Baldock. We’ve performed at the Bedford river festival and this spring released our first collaborative single funded by the Arts Council and mastered at Abbey road studio.

It will be amazing to perform at the festival, we’d be sure to deliver!"

You can catch Roxze & FiveFiveSix in Cambridge – at the Grain and Hop Store on 3rd May.

You can listen to Roxze’s demo HERE.

"Hailing from the vibrant city of Cambridge, UK, Oli Harris is a young artist who is carving out a unique space in the alternative and indie music scenes. Oli explores themes of the outsider, isolation, and space through his captivating songwriting and live shows.

Known for his energetic live performances, Oli has garnered attention and acclaim from industry professionals and fans alike. His dynamic stage presence has earned him coveted spots on BBC Introducing, headlining several events. Additionally Oli had the privilege of supporting Radiohead’s Philip Selway, solidifying his presence on the Cambridge music scene."

You can catch Oli in Cambridge at the Grain and Hop Store on 3rd May.

You can hear Oli’s demo HERE.

"Inspired by songwriters including Damien Rice, Glen Hansard and Neil

Young, Elliot Porters songs have an earthy feel with hints of folk, country

and emotive elements, bringing his influences to the fore in his own

distinctive style.

Elliot toured the UK in 2016 and 17, and has supported the likes of

Toploader, Christina Martin, Narina Pallot, Alabama 3 and Mo Kenney.

He also secured radio play from Bob Harris on BBC Radio 2 with his

single 'Keep Going'.

2019 saw Elliot release his debut album 'Lanes' produced by Dave

Gerard (Gerard and The Watchmen/Universal) and featuring Alex

Reeves (Elbow) after a successful crowd funding campaign. The

album release will be followed by a full band tour and Festival

appearances across Europe and the UK in 2021 (Postponed from 2020

due to Covid-19).

During the Corona lockdown, Elliot has been busy raising money for

NHS Charities together with is cover of Frank Turner's 'Be More Kind'

featuring 18 artists including Jess Greenfield (Noel Gallagher), Daisy

Chute (All Angels), Tom Wright (Ronan Keating/Albert Lee) and even

an appearance from Frank himself!

The song has received critical acclaim and radio play from BBC Essex,

Cambridge and BBC London with Gaby Roslin.

Post Covid he goes from strength to strength with new releases

‘Normal People(2021)’ and ‘Another You(2022)’ received with great

reviews and a new charity single on the way."

You can catch Elliot playing in Norwich, playing at the Last Pub Standing on 2nd May.

Listen to Elliot’s demo HERE.

Lovemore, a 22 year old performer based in Cambridge with great desires to travel with my music. I'm a passionate creative with a flair for musical storytelling. I've been fortunate to showcase my talent at festivals hosting audiences of over 1,000 people to more intimate settings in local pubs/clubs, community run and charity events. I’m completely adaptable and do what is suited for the event - I’m looking forward to being able to collaborate with your team and positively compete to showcase myself

You can catch Lovemore at the Last Pub Standing in Norwich on 2nd May.

You can hear Lovemore’s demo HERE.

"I am a singer songwriter from Bury St Edmund’s Suffolk, I have been songwriting and performing since the age of 12.

I am currently gigging with a 2 hour cover set at weddings, christenings, parties and local pubs and bars, I have also released 4 original songs of my own and was a finalist in the UK Songwriting Competition in 2022 with one of my songs, and I also perform all of them live.

My dream is to be a recording artist and I would love the opportunity to perform at a live festival to showcase my songs."

You can see Ella-Rose perform at the Last Pub Standing in Norwich on 2nd May.

You can hear Ella-Rose’s demo HERE.

"Daria Mirea is a young pop singer, originally from Romania, currently based in Cambridge, UK. She achieved artistic success from a very young age, her solid live performance being acknowledged on the song contest “The Voice of Romania” in 2018. Citing inspiration from the likes of Noah Cyrus and Yebba, Daria began her song-writing journey in 2020, before taking up guitar and attending London Music School, where she immersed herself in the world of crafting melodies that speak to the heart.

Her debut single ""Don't Know Love Yet"" hit all platforms July 2022, and her upcoming release on 26th April 2024 “Before It Gets Dark” caught the attention of BBC Introducing Cambridgeshire and Essex, being featured as track of the week. Daria also captured the admiration of Clout and Fame Magazine, who described the artist as ""promising,"" ""special,"" and ""rousing.""

You can regularly catch Daria gigging around the Cambridge music scene, having the opportunity to play exciting events in the future such as Strawberry Fair on 1st June 2024."

You can catch Daria performing at the Last Pub Standing in Norwich on 2nd May.

You can hear Daria’s demo HERE.

Hey hey!! I’m a singer songwriter from Suffolk with a steaming passion to progress with my music career and share my music with as many people as possible. I’ve played a many gigs and open mics around Suffolk and Essex and looking to branch out. My music has a mix of Folk and RandB influences.

You can see Ash performing at the Swan & Hedgehog in Ipswich on 1st May.

You can hear Ash’s demo HERE.

"Adam Thomas is a Singer-Songwriter from Ipswich Suffolk , often compared to Suffolk's superstar 'Ed Sheeran's

Adam performs acoustically with a percussive twist ,

Using a stomp pedal really fills out that acoustic sound.

Adam is a BBC introducing act with over 1000+ shows under his belt who has supported the likes of , East17 , Catfish&the Bottlemen , Lucy Spraggan and Luke Concannon."

You can see Adam performing at the Swan & Hedgehog in Ipswich on 1st May.

You can hear Adam’s demo HERE.

"Leon O'Leary is an indie rock singer-songwriter from Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Influenced by artists and bands such as Ben Howard, James Bay, The War On Drugs and Bruce Springsteen, O'Leary combines folk roots with ethereal soundscapes, shimmering guitars and the electric energy of rock to create the melancholy sound found in his music.

With a rich first few years of touring, playing a number of high profile festivals and appearing on line ups for the likes of Sofar Sounds and opened for shared lineups with bands and artists such as Bernard Butler (from Suede), The Feeling, RATS, Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard, Night Flight and The House of Love, Leon O’Leary has already gained support from the likes of Amazing Radio and BBC Introducing across his first few releases. Now gearing up to release his debut EP, Leon O’Leary is poised to cement his place as an exciting new artist."

You can catch Leon performing at the Swan & Hedgehog in Ipswich on 1st May.

You can listen to Leon’s demo HERE.