A showcase of the finest young talent in R&B and soul returns to Camden.

With previous editions including names such as Reuben James, Etta Bond, and Latanya Alberto, the line-up for our next instalment in the Global Soul series is filled with artists of the highest calibre.

Bel Cobain

Surrounded by an air of mystique East London songstress Bel Cobain who comes from a unique community of musicians who have come together in support of each other to create a whole new movement.

She first came to the fore in 2019 when her breakout song ‘Introverted Stoner’ put her on the map followed by her collab with Lex Amor the following year which cemented her place within the scene.

Her recent single ‘Leader’ produced by Santiago Morales fuses Latin and Afrobeat in her Soulful Jazz sound and expresses the unspoken power of submission through a fresh lens of empowerment and sexual liberation, shining a light on the freedom of surrendering and allowing yourself to be led.

Bel cuts through the noise with her radical thinking avoiding unnecessary frills to focus her music style, rooted in poetry, on challenging societal and political narratives. A unique soul and vessel to share stories we can all connect with, she aspires for her music to be a gift and an act of love for all to share and enjoy especially in her immersive Live performances which are something to behold.

Kyra

British singer-songwriter Kyra, has quickly established herself as a key player in the UK music scene. Her unorthodox and gripping releases from debut EP project ‘Xanadu’, caught the attention of BBC Radio 1’s Nick Grimshaw, featuring in his ‘track of the week’ series, Jamz Supernova’s BBC1Xtra Top 5 EPs and Jess Izsatt (BBC Introducing).

Throughout the year, Kyra has lent her perfected soulful vocal to a number of more jazz infused singles; ‘after the love’, ‘blossom spring’ (recently playlisted on Jazz FM) and the latest ‘excellent’, a self care song created in ode to her beloved sister circle.

2023 looks to be an exciting year of continued success for Kyra, with the release of her second EP ‘as things grow’, amplified with an array of live shows across the UK and also internationally.

Zoe Kypri

Walthamstow based she is a hybrid Between two worlds. Sultry City grit and deep free spirit. Found drenched in soul, RNB and hip hop flare. Having already had success with several releases which saw her perform at Glastonbury, Secret Garden Party, Camden’s KOKO and a sell out headline show at Brixton’s Hootannay. Her music has been featured on BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 1Xtra, BBC Radio 1 Introducing (London), 6Music, NTS, Global Soul, Soho Radio etc. Her most recent collaboration with Hugh Hardie Dream In Green and was selected by Annie Mac’s, Ricky Charlie and Melvin’ on BBC Radio 1 as one of their best songs of 2022.

In addition she has featured on some of dance music’s biggest Artists music including the Brit award-winning Rudimental and drum & bass duo Sigma which include performances at The Royal Albert Hall, London’s Roundhouse and Glastonbury, alongside a sold out show at the O2 arena and the Reading festival. Hootenanny. Other collaborations include Jack Wins & Bajau.

Her versatility, range and dynamism has meant she has won the affection and respect of both music lovers and musicians, quickly becoming a significant and singular trailblazer. She is now set for more ground-breaking music for the year ahead. Her first release, Horizon Red on Damian Lazarus’ Cross Town Rebels label is set for release on 20th January 2023.

Stefan Mahendra

South East London musician with a unique modern take on Soul/R&B with old school influences sets him apart from his contemporaries.

His debut television appearance was made in 2019, when he became a quarter finalist of ’The Voice UK 2019’.

He has enjoyed support on BBC Radio 1 Future Soul as well as editorially on Spotify and apple music.

Stefan sold out his first ever headline show at Pizza Express Holborn in July 2022 followed by a sold out Ronnie Scotts Show. He performed his first headline show in New York City at the iconic ‘Bitter End’ venue in September 2022.

With more music coming definitely one to watch in 2023.

B-ahwe

Originally from Leeds now based in London future soul singer/songwriter her versatility and arrangement skills have led to successful collaborations across different styles and genres resulting in a wide variety recent collabs with UK hip-hop acts Lausse The Cat and Nix Northwest, jazz Artists Yaatri and Pyjæn as well as Hospital Records’ Drum and Bass heavyweight Mitekiss.

She has enjoyed industry-wide support from the Independent, New Wave Magazine, Atwood Magazine, Gigwise, WordPlay, Jamz Supernova on BBC Radio 1Xtra, Global Soul, Reprezent Radio, Jack Saunders and Sian Eleri on BBC Radio 1, Gilles Peterson and Tony Minvielle an Jazz FM. She also won the 2022 Drake YolanDa Award.

She regular on the Festival circuit including Lost Village Festival, Manchester Jazz Festival, World Island Festival and Tramlines. She has also had a series of sold-out headline shows in London, Leeds, Birmingham and Brighton.

Maxine Scott

One of the rising stars in Nu Jazz & Neo Soul discovered by Ashley Beadle’s Ramrock Records she has already enjoyed BBC Radio 1 and Global Soul support.