Nayana AB and Friends 

Join Nayana AB for a headline show that blends soulful jazz and R&B with neo-soul and Caribbean rhythms, all accented by a unique Middle Eastern twist. The performance will feature Maddy Combs on saxophone, Nathan Dawkins on bass, Soul Gaspard on guitar, Maniko on keys, Wilf Cameron-Marples on drums along with surprise guests. Experience a rich, immersive performance that weaves global influences into a warm, emotionally resonant sound.

Following a whirlwind 2024 – supporting RAYE with her Flames Collective crew at BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend, Reading & Leeds Festival, the BRIT Awards, a trip to Morocco for a private gig and more, Nayana AB has also seen her star rise as a soloist. 

Winning Dr Martens ‘Made Strong’ competition landed Nayana AB her first headline show, joining the London billing with Ezra Collective, P-rallel and Chi Virgo. Selected by nu jazz legend Yazmin Lacey,  for the top prize on Cross The Track’s emerging artist competition, Nayana AB bagged herself a coveted performance slot at the festival. Fast forward to August 2024 and Nayana AB wins the Tileyard x Soundcloud International Songwriting competition, the prize being an all-expenses paid writing trip to Morocco. 

Special guest bios 

Oakland-born Sophia Phern blends comedy with funk, R&B, and musical theatre for a unique sound. Featured on Wyclef Jean’s “Back to School” album, her creativity led to a SXSW debut. Having played and recorded globally, including in Mexico, London, and Ghana, Phern’s latest single, “20 Million Things,” is out now. Her upcoming release, “Narcotics,” drops on September 26th.

Brooklyn-based artist Ania Hoo blends her Caribbean roots with diverse influences, from Marvin Gaye to Ravyn Lenae, creating genre-defying music that explores a range of emotions with infectious beats. Her previous work has been featured on Showtime’s *Flatbush Misdemeanor* and BBC Radio 1xtra. With a growing discography and dedicated social media following, Ania is carving her own path in the music industry.