Half Moon presents:

New Moon Rising

The Fever Dreams + The Rizz + Sandra's Wedding + Mia Grace

Half Moon - Putney, London

£8 Adv / £10 Door (subject to availability)
Entry Requirements: 18+ after 7pm
General Admission (e-ticket)
$11.73 + $1.17 s/c

A Night Celebrating the Best in Emerging Talent

For nearly ten years, our New Moon Discovery Nights have shone a spotlight on up-and-coming artists from around the world - giving them the chance to hone their craft on our stage, and giving audiences the thrill of discovering raw, undiscovered talent.

This special Friday night edition brings together some of our favourite performers from past New Moon sessions — a hand-picked lineup that captures the incredible range and energy of the grassroots music scene.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the rising stars shaping the future of live music.

Line Up

THE FEVER DREAMS are a highly energetic five piece rock band from Southampton.

They focus on delivering unforgettable live performances, underlined by their motto: “Have a good time, ALL THE TIME”.

The Fever Dreams began in early 2023 when Southampton guitarist Sam James Duke, “Duke”, approached full-time singer Kieron Cox to discuss writing music together. Kieron had focused a successful 15 year career on solo cover performances and spent 8 years performing full-time on cruise ships, known as one of Royal Caribbean International’s leading lounge entertainers. Kieron had always had a passion for songwriting, but it was Duke’s positive and driven attitude that would really shift his focus. Knowing nothing about each other, they agreed to meet for an evening.

In their first writing session, a spark happened, something clicked. Not only was there a very clear mutual love for classic rock music, but also two different working techniques that complimented each other to bring out the best in them both. In this first session, “Take Me Home” was written.

Kieron and Duke continued to meet every few days for several months, enjoying the creative process together and making song after song. It was never the original plan, but soon they decided it was time to start The Fever Dreams.

Duke shared a house with bass player, Chris John Davis, well known in the city of Southampton and hungry to begin a band project. Chris’s imaginative and powerful bass lines complimented the original demos perfectly.

Duke, working as tattoo artist, had a customer who was also eager to start a band project, Sam MacDaniel – “Maccers”. Maccers showed an contagious love for all rock music, a drive to be the best he can be and a playing style that supported Duke’s lead parts perfectly. Aesthetically pleasing too, being left-handed, whilst providing a rich deep voice to support Kieron’s lyrics.

Whilst recording and releasing their debut EP, Blink Of An Eye, Chris came across established local drummer Jake Morter. Jake met the band for a jam and there was an instant connection. He provided the John Bonham style and energy along with a background in choir and vocal training that would provide tight harmonies for the music. The feel of the music got even stronger, The Fever Dreams were complete.

As they enter the modern world of music, their only goal is to provide audiences with an incredible live experience and witness five mates having a laugh – its infectious after all.

The Fever Dreams are on a mission to bring back good old classic rock and roll. Expect thumping riffs, unique rock vocals, and goose-bumping guitar solos.

The Rizz

Sandra's Wedding have been praised as 'jangle-pop perfection' and their music has been hand-picked by Poet Laureate, Simon Armitage for airplay on BBC 6Music. An original piece by the band was commissioned by BBC television to feature on the hit comedy Alma's Not Normal and they have recently collaborated with the internationally renowned composer, fellow Goole resident, Gavin Bryars, as well as Tim Crooks of the Royal Northern Sinfonia.

Since 2016 the band have released six full length albums, several EPs. 2026 is their ten year anniversary, the band are currently promoting their latest album, Arturus Rex which is an album rooted in the experience of becoming a father for the first time.

"It's small town world-changing, radiating with homespun warmth... Simplicity in song, with stories filled with richness and depth." Sun13

"A masterclass. Beautiful can be an overused word, but this is a beautiful listen." I Don't Hear A Single

Mia Grace is a rising pop artist blending fierce pop hooks with a pop-punk edge. Her music is bold, unapologetic and rooted in self-worth, showcased on her four-track EP Roses, which concludes with the fan-favourite single I don’t want your flowers. Having gigged across the UK, Mia has built a loyal live following and supported artists including Ruby Duff, Leddra Chapman and Gaz Brookfield. Known for her high-energy performances, she brings a fresh edge to pop through driving guitars and bright synths.

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