Canine Gymkhana
Have been a band since Spring 2022, runners up in last years Battle of the Bands, have played with basement door a number of times (big gig 2023, 2 Basement Bashes etc.), released a 4-track EP in April 2023, then three singles through 2024 (one of which has gained over 16,000 streams) with a fourth on the way. A full album is soon to follow. Have played 3 sold out gigs at RamJam records in Kingston.
archangels
archangels is an all-female punk-emo band from North London, who are determined to make waves in the male-dominated scene. Through a mix of energetic covers and originals, we aim to bring more visibility to women in the scene!
As well as taking part in our Battle of the Bands Archangels have played The Half Moon in Putney, Heatham house dungeon sessions, The Horn in St Albans and haedlined at Ram Jam Records
Benefit of the Shout
Formed in October 2023 by Otto and Jonah who had met at music production at Brit Kids. Otto had met Eli at a music course and Luke joined in November 2024 having met the band at Junior Open Mic. Have played at Off The Cuff and TAM and on the road JOM at The Bedford. Shortly to play at the `Hampton Christmas Fair and at the Half Moon in Herne Hill. A top 30 finalist in the Song Academy songwriting competition 2024. Have recorded and released an EP and two singles on Spotify . A new band!
Beverage of the Wise
The band started in early 2023 as three students from the same school and a Bass player that one of us knew from a British School of Rock class. We performed as a band of four musicians for a year - performing at the school rock concert and then having a paid gig at a Youth Fair in September 2023. We then were invited to play for a Youth Awards event, an RNLI charity fundraiser and a 50th Birthday party. The band expanded with a second guitarist who we also knew from British School of Rock. We then performed at the Youth Fair for a second year in September 2024 and most recently at the Thames Side Brewery Rocktober Fest. We have been focusing on creating our own original songs.
Art Room
Art Room is a sibling led three piece from London, incorporating a melting pot of influences from indie rock to funk. Through a melodic soundscape of sonic exploration each gig is played with one aim in mind: to welcome everyone. Art Room is sad, ecstatic, angry and everything in between with the world right now. Art is the only release.
Bare Knuckle Babys
Bare Knuckle baby's are a South London grungegaze band, based at the BRIT school. Formed in late 2023, and play a mixture of covers and original music.
They have played a number of gigs, many with the basement door. Performed acoustic sets at the BRIT school, headlined SOUNDCHECK at Heatham House, supported ‘Theo and the London Outfit’, continuing to grow in following.
Blood Like Wine
Blood Like Wine play a blend of alt-rock and 90s grunge originals with a nod to the past and an eye on the future. Their music embodies the spirit of rebellion with an unapologetic edge that will get every crowd jumping. Formed in a post COVID landscape of introspection their originals take you from brooding passion to high energy alt-rock floor fillers.
They perform regularly and have played at Dev Fest, Half Moon Putney, Fiddler's Elbow, Ram Jam Records, Dublin Castle, VW Fest
Band Members: Freddie, Arty, Max & Flynn
Cloud Cover
Cloud Cover are a 6 piece band formed in 2022. Our members are Luke (Vocals and Rhythm), Cameron (Lead), Sam (Sax), Jasper (Drums), Conner (Bass) and Guilly (Keys). Their sound is a blend of art-rock, jazz and post punk sounds with a distinct blend of experimental guitars, saxophone and youthful sounds.
Cloud Cover have played at various JOM's throughout SE London, including The Bedford, Off The Cuff and Temple of Music & Art also played at the Priory live festival and released an EP on Spotify and Bandcamp, reaching number 1 on Bandcamp alternative rock and rock section.
Website: www.cloudcoverofficial.com
drop n run
Drop n' Run came together at the Summer Bandit Workshop run by The Richmond Music Trust and we just can't seem to get rid of each other!
Drop n Run never cease to amaze. With their incredible stage presence and electrifying energy their not a band you want to miss. Venturing outside the genre of traditional rock and playing some amazing covers of songs never usually heard as well as some originals. They always deliver a good performance
Echo Echo
Echo Echo are an upcoming, 4 piece band blurring the lines of hard rock and indie, with sounds of the last 5 decades in our music. Hard-hitting, reminiscent originals and our own spin on cover songs make us stand out.
Fishbowl Convention
Fishbowl Convention is a Jazz fusion band influenced by James Brown, Herbie Hancock and Bob Dylan. They have played a wide range of gigs and various local festivals.
Frog With a Monocle
In May 2023, shortly after playing with The Molotovs at their Youth Explosion event, bass player and singer Lilia was at at London Youth Folk Ensemble, when she heard fellow band member, Rufus, playing great guitar. Lilia approached Rufus about forming a band. It was Rufus that came up with the band name ‘Frog With a Monocle’. The band was in urgent need of a drummer and advertised for one on social media. Tom replied – who just so happened to be a former member of LYFE and knew Lilia and Rufus well. So Frog With a Monocle was born! Over the past year they have been rehearsing really hard – and played their first gig at Junior Open Mic in June 2024. They have also been writing original material – and one of those songs ‘Get Out of My Head’ was released on Spotify and other outlets on September 13th
Handful Of Nothing
An alternative rock band formed in 2023 playing amazing covers of your favourite bands spanning across different genres of rock as well as some original songs. Always able to give a good performance and belt out some high octane music bound to get the crowd jumping and singing along. All performed by 4 people passionate about music and loving what they do.
With influences such as Green Day, The White Stripes and Arctic Monkeys - Theo, Kieran, Ben and Amelie and are always bound to deliver an energetic and unforgettable performance.
redlane
redlane stormed the UK indie rock scene in 2024 blazing a trail with the release of their debut single ‘Say You Want Me’ and a string of gigs. Coming out of Berkshire, redlane are four school friends, Jacob (Lead Vocals, Keyboard), James (Lead Guitarist, Backing Vocals), Jasper (Drums), George (Bass). Their raw sound blends crisp guitar, stellar synths and hard-hitting drums with edgy vocals. Their sound blends classic indie rock with modern energy, influenced by bands like Oasis, Radiohead, The Libertines, Kasabian and The Rolling Stones, with a touch of blues.
Working Title
With rock solid bass lines, fiery drums and guitars held above heads and under legs, Working Title made an instant impression upon their debut. Limited neither by genre or instruments, they explore a range of musical ideas utilising pianos and harmonicas to add flavour to their sound.
Everything in Mono
Everything in Mono is a hard rock band playing a range of gigs including Battle of the Bands for the third year.
Fallen Friday
We’re a south east London band that formed a year and a half ago and since then we’ve been consistently gigging around London. We’ve played in a range of venues including park fairs, pub gigs and open mics, and are gaining recognition in the youth music scene as a band with dynamic and energetic sets, playing a variety of well chosen covers and originals.
Ghetto Youths
A new band on the scene!