An exciting double-headline show from Marla Kether and House of El.

Born in London to Congolese parents, Marla Kether is a bassist, producer and DJ. Exceeding 35 million Spotify streams as a session bassist for the likes of Yazmin Lacey, Oscar Jerome and Obongjayar, Marla released her highly-anticipated debut EP ‘All That We Have’ in 2023, preceded by four singles championed by the likes of Crack Magazine, Mary Anne Hobbs, Jamz Supernova, Shanti Celeste, Gilles Peterson and many more. It’s safe to say her musical career is as diverse as her influences: her music features a unique blend of live Latin percussion, Theo Parrish-style groove, and driving basslines and guitar riffs inspired by her West African heritage. The EP was heralded by Bandcamp Daily as some of ‘The Best Electronic Music of November 2023’, and the closing track ‘BTR2’ is one of DJ Mag’s Top Tracks of 2023.

Originally a jazz trumpeter and multi instrumentalist, House of EL aka Kieron McIntosh furthered his creativity as he moved into producing and song-writing, quickly establishing his credibility and developing his own unique personal sound. Taking inspiration from diverse angles of soul, jazz and gospel in his own music – citing Massive Attack, Gorillaz, Joy Division, Bootsy Collins, Stevie Wonder as well as Miles Davis – House of EL is a unique creative force currently allowing for no musical comparisons to be made. Receiving support from; Radio 1’s Jack Saunders, 1 Xtra’s Jamz Supernova and BBC Introducing (performing at Latitude and other festivals in 2022).

Additionally receiving acclaimed Press support from Colors, Complex, Clash Magazine, Notion, Wonderland Magazine, Trench, Dummy, Guap Magazine, Lyrical Lemonade, Noctis Magazine and Fred Perry, House of EL is uniquely poised to offer an exciting and credible artist offering.