Get ready for an unforgettable night as the most talented young musicians hit the stage, delivering their best performances in our first Battle of the Bands competition, compered by Chlo Spinks.
We are thrilled to announce the shortlisted bands: The Shambles, The Warriors, Unrelated, Infertile Crabs, Kto Tam?, The Souvenirs, and The Curlies.
These bands will go head-to-head, showcasing their skills and passion as they compete for the top spot, and judged by an esteemed panel of music industry professionals.
Who will steal the show and take home the crown? Be there and witness the next big stars in the making!
Doors open at 5.30pm; Show starts at 6pm.
Under 13s will need to be accompanied by an adult.
Judging Panel■
Gil Karpas
Gil is the Events and Marketing manager at the Jewish Music Institute (JMI), an experienced club, gig and festival promoter across London and the southeast of the UK, Musician, DJ & Broadcaster and Music Journalist.
Charlotte Hatherley
Charlotte is a singer, songwriter, guitarist and soundtrack composer. She initially came to prominence as guitarist and backing vocalist for alternative rock band Ash. Since leaving Ash in 2006, she has worked as a solo artist and acted as a touring musician for Bryan Ferry, KT Tunstall, Bat For Lashes and Birdy.
In 2021, she was a guitarist for Imelda May’s new album 11 Past The Hour and Natalie Imbruglia’s Firebird. In 2023 she played as part of Birdy's live band for the Portraits tour, and in June 2024 she played in Bat For Lashes' live band for the Dream Of Delphi tour.
In 2019, she joined ICMP as a tutor, and became Programme Leader of the CertHe Popular Music Performance programme in 2022. Charlotte is now in the role of Programme Leader for BA Creative Music Production.
Jeremy Newton
Jeremy Newton is a London born and raised DJ, radio host, music supervisor and lover of all things rooted in the groove, as a DJ he plays regularly at Ronnie Scott's, The Groucho Club, Spiritland and other esteemed London places and spaces.
By day Jeremy is head of agency business at renowned London music agency DLMDD. Focussing on music supervision for mostly adverts on TV, Jeremy has over 10 years experience in this sector and has worked with the world's leading brands and agencies sourcing and creating music for a host of different campaigns.
Jeremy also hosts a podcast called 'If These Walls Could Talk" showcasing and celebrating London's iconic music venues."
Chlo Spinks
Chlo is the producer, songwriter, and bassist for orchestral punk band THWACK!. With experience as a music critic for publications such as Gigwise, Chlo has spent over 15 years working throughout the music industry. Chlo currently supports Limmud in marketing and communications.
The ticket price will go towards supporting our Foodbank. As costs continue to rise, we also encourage donations of non-perishable food items (must be suitable for vegetarians) to be brought on the night.