Dates: Friday 25 April
Times: 8pm - Close
Space: The Gig Space, Level 5
Access: There is step-free access via a lift
ESS SESSIONS: EMMELINE/EAVES WILDER/SEREN/HALLE CASZ/ISSA ODYSSEA/FIZA + DJ BABY GUINNESS
The community showcase of up-and-coming talent from women and non-binary people in music returns to Peckham Levels.
Spoken word artist and alternative hip-hop performer Emmeline set up ESS Sessions in 2024, as a community night for female and non-binary musicians to showcase their skills, and discuss their experience of the industry. Emerging out of those conversations was the overwhelming need for a space in London where people could come together to create and perform, whilst being adequately supported. ESS Sessions at Peckham Levels is the group’s first live foray, and will feature performances from 7 up-and-coming musicians and DJs, with a strong interactive and community-driven focus.
Join us for some amazing music going late into the night, and to support a great cause.
Emmeline is a singer/songwriter originally from West Yorkshire now living in London, making spoken word and alternative hip-hop. She initially caught the attention of super producer Fraser T Smith (Stormzy, Adele, Dave), and had since gone on to release 3 projects, most recently her mixtape 'Shapes, Shadows, DVDs' with Lewis Recordings. In the past two years she has opened for The Streets, as well as playing Brighton's The Great Escape, and will in 2025 be heading to Austin for SXSW. Her blend of lyrical mastery with sharp delivery, and unique genre focus has gained her over 200 plays on UK Radio, including a live session with BBC Introducing's Emily Pilbeam, and interviews with other champions like Lauren Laverne and Cerys Matthews.
Eaves Wilder began songwriting around the age of eight, harnessing an early obsession with 60s soul and jangle pop, and the reverb soaked landscapes of Lush and The Cocteau Twins. Wilder’s inspirations are endless, but it was the riot grrl movement that first blew the doors open for her, proving what was possible if she could just write with honesty and power, letting her supposed imperfections shine. “Hookey,” Wilder’s forthcoming debut EP, details her story so far. Hidden behind dreamy shoegaze guitars and delivered in Wilder’s sweet voice, her lyrics are honest, direct, and deceptively cutting.
Seren is a young artist with an undeniable voice and a gift for songwriting. Her music takes inspiration from the best of soul and folk music, infused with a love of storytelling and a keen ear for melody. At its heat her music celebrates the simple joys and complicated vulnerabilities of our ordinary lives. Seren is already making a name for herself as a talented singer and songwriter. In her short career so far she has performed at venues such as Koko Camden and The Other Songs x Ivors Academy night at The London Palladium, created music for the Mastercard X Brit Awards advert and signed her first publishing deal at the start of 2024.
Halle Casz is an 18 year old alternative pop artist from London. Her music consists of a fusion of pop, dance and R&B with lyrics that encapsulate the experience of young women in today’s society. Creating music with upcoming producer Cassell Beats, Halle Casz transforms her poignant lyrics into danceable records. Halle Casz began her creative journey performing in several professional television and theatre productions before honing her creativity into being an artist. Halle Casz made her debut performance at 229 London in Great Portland Street for In The Making presents Inside Track Live. Halle Casz has a unique performance style combining her creative abilities with music, dance and filmmaking.
Originally from Gothenburg, Sweden, ISSA ODYSSEA is a London based singer-songwriter and multidisciplinary artist. Rooted in poetic lyricism, with influences of alternative R&B, lofi and indie soul sonics, her songs are layered with distinctively emotive vocal melodies and genre-bending production. Since her debut project in 2019, she’s released a high quality catalogue of songs, as well as directed and produced her own visuals, revealing her unique vision and creativity. Over the past few years, ISSA’s been establishing her place on the live music scene; performing at iconic venues across the city whilst writing and recording new music. Calling it her favourite work to date, she’s set to release her sophomore EP in spring 2025.
FIZA:
FIZA, a singer, songwriter, and guitarist from North West London, is making waves with her emotionally resonant vocals, intricate guitar work, and heartfelt lyrics. After gaining recognition through a Sofar Sounds session in Edinburgh, she has performed in cities across the UK and beyond, including London, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Newcastle, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles. FIZA is also a regular performer at Sofar Sounds London, further solidifying her presence in the live music scene.
Her debut single, Pieces, was named BBC Introducing Radio Scotland’s Track of the Week, with hosts Phoebe Inglis-Holmes and Shereen Cutty predicting great things for her. The track was also featured on BBC Asian Network, with many calling her a rising star.
FIZA has supported Skinny Pelembe on tour, played at the Edinburgh Fringe, Edinburgh Hogmanay First Footing, and even collaborated with AllSaints for a special London Fashion Week performance. Her talent has earned praise from Right Chord Music, Podcart Music Blog, and The Vinyl District, who named her UK Artist of the Week for her "velvet" voice and a melody that could “melt butter.”
+ DJ Baby Guinness:
Join us for a night of incredible independent music. Don't sleep on booking tickets!