6 months ago
The line-up for this year’s 50th anniversary Lambeth Country Show, the best free community festival in London, has been announced.
And will feature a host of big names including legendary Jamaican roots reggae singer Luciano and top reggae and dancehall DJ, David “Ram Jam” Rodigan.
Held in Brockwell Park between Brixton and Herne Hill, the Country Show will run over the weekend of June 8 and June 9. This summer’s show will maintain its distinctive celebration, highlighting the best of both the city and the countryside.
Cllr Donatus Anyanwu, Cabinet Member for Stronger Communities, Leisure and Sports, said: “The Lambeth Country Show is a summer highlight for our borough and our communities, so I’m delighted that there is such a strong line-up for this year’s 50th anniversary edition. We have worked hard to keep this as a free community event, despite the very tough financial times we face, because the Lambeth Country Show is a brilliant opportunity for our communities to come together for a safe, inclusive and most of all a fun time.”
The annual event, held by Lambeth Council since 1974, combines the best of the city and the countryside, with live music, sheep shearing, vegetable sculpture competitions, community stands and so much more. Over 100,000 people attended over the weekend in June 2023. The Lambeth Country Show is organised by Lambeth Council, in partnership with Brockwell Live.
1pm to 2.10pm:
Selector: DJ Aitch B, Soul 360
2.10pm to 3.20pm:
GNAWA BLUES ALLSTARS
Charismatic creator S.I.M.O leads sacred trance music from Africa Morocco, blending blues, jazz, reggae, and afrobeat, and pushing boundaries by fusing Gnawa music with influences from Mali, Guinea, Venezuela, Japan, Senegal, and the Caribbean.
3.20pm to 3.50pm:
Selector: DJ Aitch B Soul 360
3.50pm to 5.20pm:
BRIXTON CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
A thrilling and versatile group of instrumentalists, offering a live orchestral experience spanning 50 years.
5.20pm to 6pm:
Selector featuring O.G Relli
6pm to 7pm:
CHILDREN OF ZEUS
Neo Street Soul British Hip Hop RnB duo Tyler Daley and Konny Kon bring their buttery vocals against a bass-heavy backdrop to their beloved Brixton.
7pm to 7.30pm:
Selector: DJ Aitch B Soul 360
7.30pm to 8.45pm:
THE REAL THING
British Soul 1970’s international superstars will ensure the whole of Brockwell Park is dancing and singing with ‘You to Me Are Everything’ as you ‘Feel the Force’.
1pm to 1.45pm:
Selector: Sistren Shirley
1.45pm to 3pm:
TOP CATS feat YOUTHSAYERS
Natty Bo, original Brixtonite with Megumi Mesaku on sax fronts this wild and jumping, sweet and soulful authentic Jamaican ska, rocksteady, reggae outfit with very special young guests local horn section YouthSayers.
3pm to 3.30pm:
Selector: Sistren Shirley
3.30pm to 5pm:
FEMALE ROLL CALL
A passionate specially produced showcase for LCS highlighting 50 years of music curated by Brixton-born award-winning singer and actor Lorna ‘Sutara’ Gee featuring the ‘Queen of Lovers Rock’ Paulette Tajah; the multi-talented Claire Angel; Brixton’s own Olive Brooklyn; and rising star Visaka. All backed by the GeeWhiz band.
5pm to 5.30pm:
Selector: Sistren Shirley
5.30pm to 7pm:
DAVID ‘Ram Jam’ RODIGAN MBE
One of the UK’s most legendary unique reggae selectors and sound clash champions brings his personal selection.
7pm to 7.30pm:
Selector: Sistren Shirley
7.30pm to 8.45pm:
LUCIANO
Live and direct from Jamaica, the ‘Messenjah’ Luciano, king of conscious reggae music, shares his positive message with South London.
Mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy a fantastic weekend filled with music, culture, and community spirit at the Lambeth Country Show!
