Spring 2018 Preview
Posted on: 28 February 2018
Sound City Festival
From indie festivals to industry conferences, there’s a wide variety of events going on in music this spring. Whether you’re a grime enthusiast or an aspiring jazz maestro, there’s something on the calendar you’ll love.
Here are our top picks for Spring this year:
Needs X UN Women Present #HeForShe with Peggy Gou
When: Sunday 11th March, 12pm-12am
Where: Oval Space London, 29-32 The Oval, Bethnal Green
What: Following International Women’s Day on 8th March, these two non-profit organisations, Needs and UN Women, team up for a day into night party in aid of gender equality. The event will feature engaging panel discussions from both women and men across the music industry, as well as empowering performances from B. Traits, Keith Harris, Munroe Bergdorf, Peggy Gou, Bobby Pleasure and more.
Get tickets here.
Poster for #HeForShe with Peggy Gou
Guitar Magazine Masterclass with Guthrie Govan
When: Thursday 22nd March, 7.30-11pm
Where: Dingwalls, Camden, London
What: Having performed with prog-rock legends Asia, iconic film composer Hans Zimmer, and rapper Dizzee Rascal to name a few, Guthrie Govan will turn his hand to any guitar-based challenge. In this masterclass, Guthrie will spend the evening giving attendees an insight into his masterful technique, and taking questions from the audience.
Get tickets here.
Poster for Guitar Magazine Masterclass with Guthrie Govan
Gateshead International Jazz Festival
When: 6-8th April
Where: Sage Gateshead, Newcastle
What: The UK’s biggest jazz festival under one roof welcomes some of the greatest jazz artists from across the globe. Headliners this year include Ruby Turner, Maceo Parker, Sun Ra Arkestra Tony Allen and many more jazz, funk and soul artists.
Get tickets here.
Poster for Gateshead International Jazz Festival poster
Cheltenham Jazz Festival
When: 2-7th May
Where: Montpellier Gardens, Cheltenham
What: With its trademark mix of international jazz icons and developing new talent, Cheltenham has become one of the UK’s most-loved jazz festivals. Along with the music, it’s also family friendly and packed with different food and drink stalls – a great place to spend your Bank Holiday weekend.
Get tickets here.
Children watching a group playing at Cheltenham Jazz Festival
Sound City, Liverpool
When: 5-6th May
Where: Liverpool City Centre
What: Typically a rock and indie music festival, this year Sound City is also introducing the new wave of grime and urban stars, showcasing established artists alongside new talent, in intimate venues across Liverpool’s city centre. As well as the music, Sound City also has a program of panels, workshops and talks with leading industry figures, including promoters, managers, artists and more.
Get tickets here.
Sound City Festival, Liverpool
Bath Festival
When: 11-27th May
Where: Bath City Centre
What: Celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, the Bath Festival has been extended from its usual 10 to 17 days, with a programme of over 160 events. With music and literature at the heart of the festival, you can expect performances and talks from a wide variety of international artists, authors and speakers.
Get tickets here.
Sound City Festival, Liverpool
The Great Escape, Brighton
When: 17-19th May
Where: Brighton City Centre
What: The Great Escape is arguably the best festival for discovering new music, showcasing 450 up and coming artists from everywhere around the world in venues across Brighton. There’s also a convention alongside the music, featuring panel discussions, keynote speeches, topical debates and plenty of networking opportunities with music industry professionals.
Get tickets here.
Poster for The Great Escape