Join the psych-folk collective for a night of deep grooves and improvisation. Please note this event now starts at 8pm and finishes at 1130pm.

Urvashi is a new London-based collective formed in January 2023, inspired by the bands interest in rave culture, Indian, Arabic and other forms of traditional folk music. They combine existing and original melodies with their own interpretations of different grooves and rhythms, building on this with extensive improvisation. For their debut EP, Urvashi experiment with the concept of musical structure, attempting to create a free and spacious platform of expression for each musician, whilst developing their own musical language with which they explore as a unit.

Inspired by traditional and modern musical cultures, drawing equally from Qawwali, Arabic Tarab, modal jazz, jungle, techno and drum and bass, to create original songs alongside fresh interpretations. The band work to unite these disparate musical influences coupled with extensive improvisation to create transiently unique live shows.

MICHAEL SEBASTIAN

South African Michael Sebastian creates live dance music, and is on a mission to liberate his audience.

He combines electronic, world and jazz music to create an engaging and uplifting experience. Four Tet meets Fela Kuti with a dance crew.

“Celebrating the collective euphoria of the rave, "Move" encourages listeners to abandon their worries and live in the moment, showcasing Sebastian's talent for creating live dance music.” - Earmilk

In 2024 Sebastian released ‘Move’ a record celebrating and encouraging dance. He then took his crew of dancers & musicians on tour to festivals, playing peak slots at Green Man, Kendal Calling, Secret Garden Party, Wilderness & a headline on the main stage at Medicine festival. This was followed by an autumn headline tour to Berlin, Brighton, Bristol & London.

Sebastian has a strong impact in London with recent headline shows at EartH Hackney & Colour Factory, support slots for James Blake, Four Tet & Jamie XX at Alexandra Palace, as well as being named a top 5 global Sofar artist.

The live show activates the audience uniquely, an immersive high-energy hybrid live set, that engages with musicianship, movement, and authentic expression. It unifies and motivates the crowd, leaving them in a state of collective ecstasy.

8pm Doors Open

830pm Michael Sebastian

10pm Urvashi