The Southbank Centre has revealed the first wave of artists performing at Little Simz’ Meltdown, which will be taking place this summer from June 12-22.
The Streets will be kicking off the festival at the Royal Festival Hall, where there will also be performances from Lola Young, Ghetts and Jon Batiste throughout the week.
Other artists on the line-up include Sasha Keable with Flames Collective, and the vocalist and co-founder of Swedish group Little Dragon, Yukimi, who will be performing at the Queen Elizabeth Hall.
“My team and I are preparing eleven days of art, music, workshops and more,” said Little Simz, when speaking about curating this year’s Meltdown. “So many incredible artists have curated this festival so it's a true honour to be a part of it. Thank you to the Southbank Centre for having me. Meltdown 2025 the Simz way is going to be epic. I'll see you there.”
Jane Beese, head of contemporary music at the Southbank Centre said: "Little Simz' first taste of what's to come from her Meltdown hugely embodies the wealth of influences and inspirations across her work. Ranging from jazz, hip hop, R&B, electronic and soul with a line up of both renowned legends alongside the creators of the future, this is only the start for what's going to be London's go-to festival this summer.”
“It’s hugely exciting to see a lineup that stretches from our home in London, with multiple artists from across the city, to global names coming to the Southbank Centre for one of our true highlights of the summer,” added Mark Ball, artist director at the Southbank Centre. “Little Simz' passions and curation showcase the Southbank Centre as an engine of creativity and a cultural playground. I can’t wait to see what else Little Simz has in store.”
Full event programme listed below:
The Streets – Thursday 12 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm
Sasha Keable – Saturday 14 June, Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm
Lola Young – Tuesday 17 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm
Ghetts – Wednesday 18 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm
Yukimi – Wednesday 18 June, Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm
Jon Batiste – Saturday 21 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm
Little Simz & Chineke! Orchestra – Sunday 22 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm
