Indie Music

Matt Zerek is a vocalist and guitarist blending pop-rock energy with soulful melancholy. With over 15 years of live experience across Europe, he has developed a sound rooted in authenticity and emotional connection. His EP “In Our 20s”, recorded at the legendary Abbey Road Studios, reflects on emotions, relationships, and finding your own path, with three singles already available on streaming platforms. For this special launch show at Notting Hill Arts Club, Matt will present a full band live set featuring new material, showcasing the complete scope of his sound on stage. He will be joined by support acts Denquar and Jaelee Small. WHY YOU SHOULD BE THERE 1\. Beautiful and kind people I’m lucky enough to have around me and I’d love you to meet them\. 2\. Incredible support acts\. 3\. An unreal live band\. 4., A special one-off EP launch. 5\. And you’ll get to say\, “I was there\.” Tix are available on DICE! https://link.dice.fm/F66fa9e4c3cc?dice_id=F66fa9e4c3cc&sharer_id=6295322c2a66f500012d40d4&sharer=fan

This is not a real Meetup - just an event to add people to the 'London Music Showcase' What'sApp group. I don't always have the chance to get numbers when we're out - Just message me your number if you want to join us 😄

This is not a real Meetup - just an event to add people to the 'London Music Showcase' What'sApp group. I don't always have the chance to get numbers when we're out - Just message me your number if you want to join us - get to know new people and make new friends! 😄

**JUST ADDED, we are happy to announce Derron will be opening the night with some classic Japanese tracks!** Plus we are now able to offer a special price for Meetup members. Please click the link and choose the £10 offer, a great opportunity to see this band across from Osaka! [https://www.skiddle.com/e/42267587](https://www.skiddle.com/e/42267587) Emerging from Osaka's underground scene, TAMIW (pronunciation: tamyū) are a left-field electronic band fused with live instruments, formed in 2018 by vocalist Tami, known for blending ambient textures, bass music, and alternative pop into a distinctive, immersive sound. This is a ticketed event, tickets available from here: [https://www.skiddle.com/e/42267587](https://www.skiddle.com/e/42267587) TAMIW's music is created at "Hidden Place," a studio set within a temple and animal cemetery where members of the band also work-an environment that deeply influences their atmospheric and emotional style. After gaining attention through a U.S. tour and a standout appearance at FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL's ROOKIE A GO-GO stage, they continued to evolve with releases including *future exercise*, *Floating Girls*, and *Fight for Innocence*. Their latest album, *Farewell Party* (2024), expands their sound further with rich analog synths, sampling, and hip-hop elements, alongside new member Taichi. Now bringing their unique live show to London, TAMIW offer a rare chance to experience one of Japan's most intriguing experimental acts: [https://youtu.be/DDu3Diu2M7M?si=J6e61XNoVWF53Yfl](https://youtu.be/DDu3Diu2M7M?si=J6e61XNoVWF53Yfl) [https://youtu.be/m_x-OYj7R2g?si=xwhFh4DgU_4Y0iZ1](https://youtu.be/m_x-OYj7R2g?si=xwhFh4DgU_4Y0iZ1) Supporting are Pærish, a powerful 4-piece band from Paris, France, known for their tight, intense and highly engaging live performances. The band is currently preparing a new album set for release in Summer 2026 via SideOneDummy Records, produced by Will Yip (Turnstile\*\*), marking a major new step in their international development. Over the past few years, Pærish have built a strong live reputation, touring extensively across Europe, the UK, and North America, and sharing the stage with Sum 41, Movements, Alkaline Trio, Landmvrks, The Raveonettes, and Superheaven, as well as performing at major festivals such as Resurrection Fest. On stage, Pærish deliver a raw, emotional and high-impact set, combining melody and intensity — a format that connects strongly with both club and festival audiences: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/paerish](https://www.instagram.com/paerish) Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/paerish](https://www.facebook.com/paerish) Bandcamp: [https://paerish.bandcamp.com/](https://paerish.bandcamp.com/) This should be an awesome night, and some great reviews for TAMIW: "A lot of fun...I love this track" - Deb Grant, BBC 6music “Dirty bass lines, itchy guitars, and the kind of beat that you want to plug directly into your veins” - Listen With Monger “Merges an underground hip-hop influence with a dark and alt-electronic edge” - She Makes Music “2025 looks promising for this Japanese quartet...keep an eye on them” - AVO Magazine “Solidifies their status as innovators in Japan's indie scene” - Tits Upon Tyne “TAMIW will make you want to dance hard” - LOUD WOMEN

**Join us in celebrating 10 years of building a poetry movement** **Would you like to be part of our 10 years poetry book and secure a spot at the open mic during the Newham Poetry Festival?** What’s included? 1.⁠ ⁠FREE co-creative poetry sessions 2.⁠ ⁠FREE tailored coaching to support your writing 3.⁠ ⁠Opportunity to be published in the anniversary book 4.⁠ ⁠Chance to perform at the festival open mic Dates Wednesdays from 13 May to 29th July 6.15 -7.45pm Stratford library (3 The Grove, E15 1EL) **Commitment Participants must attend a minimum of 9 sessions to be included in the publication and the open mic** **Register at newhampoetrygroup@gmail.com**

**Metropolitan Walkers is part of the Ramblers, Britain's walking charity. All welcome for 3 'taster' walks, after which please join the Ramblers - info on the [Met Walkers website](https://www.metropolitan-walkers.org.uk/how-to-join/)** Meeting outside Mile End Station, we shall wind our way to Hackney Wick by way of green spaces, towpaths and the occasional bit of road. Before ending at a pub, which should have street food available as well as a mind boggling selection of beers from around the world. **Easy \| 4\.2 miles / 6\.8 km \| Ascent: 4m / 14ft** **Start: Meet outside Mile End Underground Station (District, Hammersmith & City, Circle, and Central Line Zone 1) @ 07:00 pm** Postcode: E3 4SS **End: Hackney Wick Station (Mildmay Line Zone 2)** Postcode: E9 5TS

This is a smallish-group, quiet-ish meetup for ADHD brains who want to connect with their tribe without their nervous system going, 'Alll riiight, I'm outta here!' Everyone welcome. You don't need a diagnosis, you don't even need ADHD. We’re meeting at **Picturehouse Central - upstairs cafe** (Piccadilly) because it’s one of those places where you can actually hear yourself think. Mostly. This is more of a tea/coffee and cake kinda venue. Sorry, booze hounds! **The environment is**: relaxed, validating, welcoming It won't be like whispering to each other at the back of the class, more less sensory Armageddon. **What to expect** A small group (human-scale, not “who are all these people” scale). A quiet-ish venue where you don’t have to shout your personality into existence. Conversation that can be normal (well, probably far from normal 😅. There is no need to worry about trying to fit in, no need to mask. A soft landing. Come late, ease in, do a gentle hello, no one’s timing you. Low-pressure hanging out. If you want to chat, great. If you want to sit and decompress near other people, also great. **The unofficial theme** How to be social without being assaulted by: fluorescent lighting overlapping conversations surprise music that one table doing a full volume podcast recording next to you. **Important Note:** If you cannot make it, please put 'Can't go'. This ensures there's space for others who want to attend 🙂 ‐------------------------------------------------------ Boundaries (quick, clear, important) Yay!-DHD is a consent-led space. Some people are chatty, some are quiet, some are pacing themselves. Please don’t push for personal details, contact info, or continued connection if someone isn’t offering it. This isn’t a dating event. ‐------------------------------------------------------- For you robots out there: ADHD \| Low sensory meetup \| Inclusive \| AUDHD \|

Hi All We have an absolutely rocking night for you with three insanely talented and classy acts! Grit Pop Rock from the brilliant **Drew Thomas**, Alt Indie Rock from the fabulous **Lightlines** and a stunning opening acoustic set from one of the best folk soul pop artists out there - **George Huxtable**. They are all FANTASTIC!!! Join us from 6.45 upstairs at t Our lineup: Coming-of-age stories told through a modern gaze, **DREW THOMAS** grew up on music channels, scratched CDs, and the glow of a TV left on too late. Inspired by the turn of the millennium. A grit-pop revolution lives in that in-between space. Drew's songs unpack sexuality, hiding your feelings, and the familiar moment of falling out with the bathroom mirror. Rock music shaped by early-noughties honesty, written for anyone who grew up feeling out of place, still learning how to love themselves and the journey that comes with it. Following 2025’s acclaimed Watershed EP, Drew steps into his next era with confidence, cementing his place as a modern LGBTQ+ artist. Breakout single “Girls Like Girls” went viral, pulling in over 2 million Instagram views alone, while “Do They Even Know You” earned BBC Radio 1 plays, along with spins across Amazing Radio, Total Rock and various online radios around the world, and named one of Dean Jackson’s BBC Introducing Most Played Artists of 2025. [WATCH DREW THOMAS HERE](https://youtu.be/q7Looo8e2KQ?si=03t_N2EbQ9qaavGC) **LIGHTLINES** are a UK alt-pop/rock trio who with loud guitars, driving drums, and honest lyrics, play music that hits hard live. Since debut single Wasted, they’ve crafted catchy, punchy songs designed for stage energy, emotional impact, and unforgettable nights. [WATCH LIGHTLINES HERE](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTuvhDVjANe/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==) UK-based Aussie song maker **GEORGE HUXTABLE** is crafting a sound best called ‘soully pop’. The warmth and honesty of his peformances has won him great support live. His debut album Season 22 was released in 2023. [WATCH GEORGE HUXTABLE HERE](https://youtu.be/V9a8rsw-jQA?si=gq7T593OqyNKfXw-) As ever, Londonlive pals get a fab discount! Just apply code **LONDONLIVE** when booking for £9 tickets (normally £13.50). ***[BOOK TICKETS HERE](https://link.dice.fm/za4708ac6caf)*** We honestly cannot wait for this one, going to be the best gig you've been to all year, including those pricey arena ones ! For £9!! Lorraine XX

**Join us for an exciting Art Exhibition hosted by the Black Art Enthusiasts Collective** **This is not a free event details on how to purchase tickets below.** **The Music is Black: A British Story:** 125 years of Black music-making in Britain. This landmark exhibition will reveal how Black British music has shaped British culture. Spanning four continents and 12 decades, this is a story of excellence and struggle, resilience and joy. [Purchase tickets here](https://www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/the-music-is-black-a-british-story) **After exploring the exhibition we will have a discussion after.** **Please arrive promptly at 13.45 pm to go in at 2pm**

**Love dancing to hedonistic, high‑energy dance tunes?** Then join for our second edition of an euphoric, high‑octane dance music night with one of the finest French Swiss **dance‑music DJs and Producers** out there dropin phenomenal uplifting spiritual, hypnotic melodic grooves for us to lose ourselves to in one of the most iconic venues in London’s clubland — **KOKO** Camden, in the home of music. Collectively - their music has amassed over 18 million streams. Expect a proper dance music club‑night experience with inspiring immersive lightshows / lasers for our bodies to sync in harmony to as with gyrate to the **rhythms** of the night. Obvs there will be no uncool mainstream "touristy" teenage pop but proper music anthems for non -stop dancin- think ecstasy inducing tunes you'd dance to at other dance music clubs like Lightbox, Egg, Bagleys, Ministry, Moondance, Fabric, Paradise, Studio 54 (Brooklyn) spun by global DJs renowed in these genres. We'll join up to 1,500 other fellow cool young trendy music lovers for a night of blissful musical tranquility, Average age range will be 18 to 35ish heavily skewed toward 20s men. **Free Tickets limited.** Sorry but if you don't love both uplifting dance music and dancing - please don't rsvp and deprive genuine musical dancers an extremely rare free place! And honestly, if you're only gonna stay for less than a couple of hours there's probably no point in coming. You don't need to stay till 5am like last time but as per most proper clubs - most revellers don't arrive untill 1ish and the main DJ / music sets don't even kick off till 12 so it's would be waste of a free ticket that you'd normally pay up to £70 quid for! Oh & please don't ask me about 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (like every time frequented clubs with my mates - I'd alwaly get some random 19 year old posh white english girl asking me for some - like seriously - is it cause eye is brown?). I'm not a biochemist - try your local Boots! **=== Time To Make The Floor Burn But Early ===** The only downside is we have to get in there before 11pm else regular door charge tickets will be about £45-80 quid. If you wanna pay for full price on door/ pre-buy and meet us in there later that's cool too as 11pm is understandably way too early to go a club (hence the free tickets) - we can sort out the details later. DM me for the free ticket link. We'll meet beforehand somewhere quieter for pre-drinks, intros, banter and obviously music chats about our previous rave escapades, our fav tunes, and non-music related banter. As Koko gets packed by 2am (1500 standing dancing cap) and we have restricted free tickets - to avoid losing people - a small group size will be optimal for dancing and socialising so limiting RSVPs. Obviously you can dance with the other ravellers once they arrive. Will update with nearby super cheap pre-drinks Camden venue in the location and comments so keep an ear out Lucas The Raver

Hi Musicians & entrepreneurs, As the **early evening from 5pm** [https://luma.com/he99iszf](https://luma.com/he99iszf) unfolds toward sunset, the tone deepens. Conversations shift from introductions to alignment: * Capital meets narrative * Ideas meet execution * Ambition meets backing * Complimentary nibbles & drinks What to expect: Guests arrive at Flex @ Tide, stepping off the street into a space that feels deliberately curated—minimal, elegant, quietly confident. **630-730pm There will be 5 Roundtables** \- Investment\, Tech & Ai\, Film & Music\, Scaleups & GovTech\. If you would like to head a table for discussion please reach out \(Zee Whatsapp 07588812528\)\. **Thank you to Flex @ Tide, The Master Collective**, **YouYaa**, and the **Future Crowd.** Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the river like a living artwork. There’s a subtle soundtrack—low, ambient, almost cinematic—punctuated by the clink of glasses and the first bursts of laughter from early connections forming. Feel free to bring friends and colleagues. If you are looking for future collaborations please let us know. **8pm Carriages** With warm regards, Zee & Team NB For Partnerships or Sponsors zee@picnicbank.com & [zm@mastercollective.xyz](mailto:zm@mastercollective.xyz) Please sign up here: [https://luma.com/he99iszf](https://luma.com/he99iszf)

👀 ***Something is happening…*** ***The best way I can describe it is like one member said to me:*** ***‘Tim - It’s like freshers week, every week, but better, with bands and stuff…’*** and that’s how it’s been over the last 7 years since we created this group. It’s honestly the most fun we’ve had and I’m inviting everyone of you because something’s been happening for a while now and you just don’t know about it…It’s a Showcase of some of the Best London bands playing their music in London - and it’s also a MEETUP group, so you can watch the gig with a mix of regular members and newcomers. Feel free to come on your own or bring your friends and meet new people. Look for the ‘MEETUP SIGN’ or ask the Host on the Door when you arrive. It’s an awesome line-up and at one of the Top Venues in London - Great place for a beer, meet new people and see some amazing unsigned bands! 🔥🔥🚒🍻 \* ‼️ **THE ULTIMATE LONDON GIG MEETUP!** ‼️ **LONDON MUSIC SHOWCASE Presents:** **The Hope and Anchor** MAY 17th SUNDAY [DOWNCAST](http://[https//www.instagram.com/downcastuk/%5D(https://www.instagram.com/downcastuk/)) \- Headliner [FOUNTAIN ISLAND](http://[https//www.instagram.com/fountainislanduk/%5D(https://www.instagram.com/fountainislanduk/)) [YOU OVER ME](http://[www.instagram.com/youovermeofficial/%5D(www.instagram.com/youovermeofficial/)) [LUCKY HIT](http://[https//www.instagram.com/luckyhituk/%5D(https://www.instagram.com/luckyhituk/)) \* There aren’t enough emojis for this, so I’ll keep it simple: **BE THERE.** If you’ve been to the MEET-UPS over the last 7 years, you’ll know what it’s all about so come down, bring your friends, bring your foes, cancel your wedding, book Granny out of the retirement home. Whatever it takes, she won’t want miss it 😄🍻 \* **WHATSAPP GROUP:** We’re a friendly mix; English, French, Australian, Portuguese, Italian, Spanish and Japanese people so I’m sure you will meet someone that shares a passion for Rocking Music. Don't worry if attendance looks low, we are meeting other Meetup / WhatsApp / Facebook Groups and a lot of my friends don't RSVP. I can also add you to the Event’s **WHATSAPP GROUP** if you are interested in joining - Just message me your number. \* \*\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*\* This is a TICKETED EVENT: If you would like to come, simply message me directly through this Group and I will send you the details on how to download a DISCOUNTED TICKET (Click my profile - there is an icon at the top for Private Messages) \* **DISCLAIMER:** I work for the Venue / Promoters. It’s just for fun nights and meeting people. We are not responsible for you or your belongings. By attending this event you agree to waiver liability for the Host :) Please bring ID to events as some are 18+. You may appear in photos/videos of the gig. Thank you \* All Gig Meetups here 👀‼️👇 [https://dice.fm/promoters/london-music-showcase-6ko3](https://dice.fm/promoters/london-music-showcase-6ko3) [https://www.instagram.com/londonmusicshowcase/](https://www.instagram.com/londonmusicshowcase/) [https://www.meetup.com/London-Music-Showcase-Gigs-Drinks/](https://www.meetup.com/London-Music-Showcase-Gigs-Drinks/) [https://www.facebook.com/LondonMusicShowcase](https://www.facebook.com/LondonMusicShowcase)

Get ready for an unforgettable night of inspiration, energy, and soul-stirring performance with international speakers and artists Armand and Angelina. This is more than an event—it’s a live concert-style experience of music, message, and mirth that will uplift your spirit and move your heart. From the moment the evening begins, you’ll be immersed in a powerful atmosphere of love, laughter, and transformational sound. Featuring the angelic, heart-opening voice of Angelina—singing across multiple languages—and the dynamic presence of Armand, whose inspiring talks, original compositions, and powerful vocals ignite a passion for life, this is a performance you don’t want to miss. Come out and feel the energy, connect with the message, and experience a night that celebrates love, transformation, and the power of music to move us all. $20 Suggested Love Offering (None shall be turned away) **Bonus Morning Experience** Native Flute Playshop with A & A Thursday, May 14 at 10:00 a.m. Come back in the morning for a deeper, hands-on musical experience.

# **Saturday, May 16, 2026** **Beginners’ Session 1:30 to 2:00 PM** **Dancing 2:00 to 4:30 PM** **Please note that this is an afternoon dance!** **You are invited to join us for dinner at Olive and Lime (in the church’s back parking lot) after the dance.** **Kim Thompson, from Athens, will take the mic and we’ll dance to the music of Roscommon Sessions. Kim will lead us through a variety of old and new dances that welcome newbies and delight experienced dancers.** **Roscommon Sessions, a traditional Irish music quartet from Columbus, Ohio, began their musical journey centered around the energy and spontaneity of Irish sessions. They are excited to bring their lively jigs and reels, a couple of flowing waltzes, and the occasional musical surprise to the All Soles contra dancers!** **Roscommon Sessions is Steve Steele (guitar), Jim Lindroth (percussion), Carol Metheny (fiddle) and Sarah Sigmon (fiddle).** **We hope to see you dancing!** **Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Road, Columbus, OH 43214.** **Cost is $10 for adults, $5 ages 12-25.** **New to dancing? A beginners’ session, from 1:30 to 2:00 PM, will get you started. You will learn some basic figures that will be repeated in the afternoon’s dances. All dances will be taught and no partner is needed. Dancing is from 2:00 to 4:30 PM.** **Please bring your own refillable water bottle.** **All Soles Dance upcoming dance dates are, as follows:** **June 20, 2026** **Tentative:** **July 25, 2026–Summer Potluck and Dance** **No August Dance** **September 26, 2026** **October 17, 2026** **November 21, 2026** **December 19, 2026** **Visit our website at: https://firstuucolumbus.org/connection/all-soles/**