Half Moon presents:

The Sound of The Summer

Magi Mojaxx + Ben Kidson + Natalie Shay + JJ Rox

Half Moon - Putney, London

£5 Adv / £6 Door
Entry Requirements: 18+ after 7pm

Showcasing some of the best emerging artists who are destined to perform at some of the biggest summer stages this festival season. A mix of Indie, Pop & Rock.

Line Up

Magi Mojaxx are a London based 6-piece band. They combine catchy hooks and hard-hitting lyrics to create powerful music often drawing from their own experiences. The sound comes from an adolescence of moving from their parent’s rock/ska collection to discovering hip hop and later down the line more experimental jazz/blues guitarists and their techniques. This is one of many reasons they fail to stick to a single genre, often blending genres regularly throughout the course of a single song.

Magi Mojaxx formed whilst studying in Cardiff. Within a couple of months they started recording using the Cardiff Student Radio as a recording platform for acoustic covers of popular songs. Since then, they have enjoyed writing their own music both individually and collaboratively, having featured several times on BBC Introducing.

Their first self titled album was released in late 2023.

Embodying the assertive DIY attitude of punk rockers, but placed in a commercial environment, Ben Kidson moves with the times. His music combines modern pop writing and production elements (think harry styles, taylor swift), with the alternative rock energy and arrangement of his heroes, Nirvana.

in 2022/23, Ben’s energetic live show earnt him a spot as a finalist at the Isle of Wight Festival’s ‘New Blood’ Competition, and at the American Express Gold Unsigned competition. If you’ve used Tiktok recently, you’ll see and hear him on an advert for Amex, which has had over 7 million views to date, and if you use Amazon Prime, you’ve likely seen him in ‘Unsigned’, a documentary about the competition itself.

Ben already has a fan in legendary singer Robert Plant, who signed him to the Wolves Records, and helped him get Radio 1 support on his first single ‘Joking’. He performed on the BBC introducing stage at Boardmasters festival in August, with his performance being chosen as one of the few to be broadcast across BBC Southwest as a highlight of the weekend.

Natalie Shay - a critically acclaimed, multi-award winning musician and songwriter known for her explosive live performances and vibrant, infectious anthems. A BRIT School graduate, the North London artist writes relatable lyrics touching on love, friendships, self-discovery and the everyday experiences of a twenty-something.

Having received praise from notable publications such as Billboard, CLASH, NOTION, Wonderland and The Line of Best Fit, Shay is on everyone's radar. She has performed live twice on National TV on CBBC's Saturday Mashup! and has received strong support from BBC Radio 1's Future Pop and BBC introducing.

Selling out prestigious venues across London including Omeara last year, is one of the UK’s hottest emerging talents. Last summer saw slots at renowned UK festivals such as BST Hyde Park, Latitude, Y Not?, The Great Escape, Reading and Victorious, as well as international shows at SXSW in Texas. 'CHAMPAGNE' EP is out now.

JJ ROX is rewriting the rules of rock, soul, pop and hip hop with her electrifying blend of powerful vocals, slick guitar skills, infectious song-writing and production techniques.

Inspired by legends like Prince and Jimi Hendrix, JJ embraced the electric guitar, becoming one of the few female lead guitarists endorsed by industry giants like Fender and Yamaha. Drawing influence from a diverse range of artists such as Lenny Kravitz, Labrinth, and Michael Jackson, JJ’s artistic output flows across various styles, earning acclaim from industry peers like Labrinth, who hailed her as an “incredible guitarist and musician.”

With a wealth of experience gained from performances worldwide, including sharing stages with icons like The Rolling Stones and Stevie Wonder, JJ’s talent extends beyond the spotlight. In the studio, she’s been dubbed a “mad professor,” navigating multiple instruments and crafting dense sonic landscapes with lightning speed.

JJ ROX is set to shake up the music scene and redefine modern rockstar status. With her fearless spirit and creativity, she’s an artist to watch. Stay tuned, because JJ ROX is about to make a big impact.

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