Northern Roots presents a showcase celebrating artists developing their sound at every stage of their journey. For over 40 years, Northern Roots has supported performers from their first live shows through to established careers, creating opportunities to grow, collaborate and connect. Expect an unforgettable evening of Afrobeats, Rap, R&B and Soul, with live performances and DJ sets delivering high energy, authentic storytelling and exceptional musicianship throughout the night. Hosted By Sushi Sound. Lineup: Te'Kiah – Maniko – Chloe Castro – TMJ – Kay Greyson – Mcxxne – Shakk – Sisi – DJ Miss Bundz – Look Left - Jamal G
Public House Hi-Fi welcomes Tom Caulker, founder of Newcastle’s World Headquarters, for a two-part event tracing a life spent sharing music through records and his impact on Newcastle’s music culture. The afternoon begins with a seated listening session on the Public House Hi-Fi sound system, with Tom sharing records that shaped his career and the stories behind them. Residents Diz and Vinny Vins then play records they first heard Tom play and which influenced their own musical paths. At 6pm, the deck chairs clear and Tom takes control for a five-hour, all-evening set. Lineup: Tom Caulker - Diz Jockey - Vinny Vins
Music management is evolving fast, and this one-day workshop offers practical insight into the realities, opportunities and responsibilities of modern music management. Led by Paul Bonham, Professional Development Director at the Music Managers Forum (MMF), the session is open to experienced and aspiring managers alike, with an inside look at the MMF’s latest work in training, business models, research and campaigning, and how it can support your development as a manager.
North East producer and musician Sam Grant talks through the writing and production of 'Death Hilarious', the latest studio album from Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs. The workshop explores each stage, from home demos through to stereo and Atmos masters, using multitracks and session documents, while Sam offers a sense of how the big picture steers the minutia of the creative journey while making the album.
The music video is one of the most influential art forms in contemporary culture, bringing together music, film, design and visual storytelling. Hosted by Music Video Preservation Society founder David Knight, this special event combines a panel discussion and big-screen showcase exploring the creative process behind some of the UK’s most celebrated music videos. This instalment of MVPS – “The Art Behind the Song” – celebrates the 2026 Mercury Prize with some very special guests, including Lulu Vicedomini, rising director of Newcastle’s very own exciting young jazz prodigies Knats’ Bowling Ball music video, and Chris Turner – moniker Favourite Colour: Black – who directed two great videos last year for Suede’s stunning return to form with their album ‘Antidepressants’, so don’t miss out!'
