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We’re bringing a slice of our summer festival to Northolt with special guests: Grimm Dreamurr + three artists who were selected for the BBC Introducing show on BBC 1Xtra…Amarachii, Cee2, and Trxth!
The event is free and it’s hosted by Malaeka, who also hosted the New Gen Amplify Stage in July, with open mic spots for singers, rappers, and poets.
Book your free tickets on Eventbrite. If you’d like to perform, fill in this form to let us know you want a spot: Open Mic Sign-Up for New Gen at Northolt Library – Fill in form
This is a friendly, inclusive, and accessible space for young people to share their love of music, build community, and connect with the wider New Gen programme.
New Gen is aimed at ages 14–25 but is open to anyone engaging in youth music. Under-14s will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult (parent/carer). We operate a clean-language policy and artists are asked to perform radio-friendly versions of their work.
Grimm Dreamurr is a singer, rapper, and producer from Ealing. Music has been a part of his life since childhood, starting with church and musical theatre, and his current music draws on all these experiences and influences. He blends soulful R&B/gospel vocals with hard-hitting rap lyrics and clever wordplay. He say, ‘I spell my name Dreamurr with a U R R because if I’m a dreamer, you are too!’.
Instagram: @grimm_dreamurr
Amarachii is a 16-year-old Black British rapper, poet and songwriter whose music blends grime, hip-hop and trap with honest personal storytelling. Her work explores growing up, family, faith, heritage, loss and the experiences of a young Black British woman.
Through both music and poetry, Amarachii uses her experiences to tell stories that are personal, relatable, and authentic. Her work reflects her journey from childhood into young adulthood and her passion for using creativity to connect with others.
Instagram/TikTok: @amarachiiworld
Hailing from North West London, CEE2 is a rising voice in UK rap, known for raw lyricism, real-life storytelling and a sound rooted in London culture. His latest single, “Hunger Music,” is a statement of intent, driven by grit, pressure and purpose, and placing him alongside a new wave of leading UK rap artists blending street realism with emotional depth.
Instagram: cee2.poet
Trxth delivers conscious and emotional music drawn from his real life experiences. His lyrics carry depth, authenticity, and reflective lyricism. Having recently graduated from university and received recognition from the likes of BBC Radio 1Xtra and Youth Music, Trxth is now preparing to release his debut project, OUR LAST TOMORROW. The project explores the pressure of growing up and the unsettling feeling that time is running out to achieve your dreams.
Instagram: @c4trxth
Malaeka is an upcoming multidisciplinary performer whose main passion lies in acting, dancing and hosting. As the Amplify Stage host at New Gen Festival 2026, she shone a light on talented emerging artists.
Instagram: @Malaekaa.x; TikTok: @.malaeka
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Banner Photo Credit: Chloe Masih (ChlasihPhotography.com)
