London Music Festival announces search for new artists

Spotlight London, the live music event and search for new musical talent presented by City Showcase, returns this year to Central London for its 10th anniversary. Apply to perform by 31 July.

Anita Awbi
  • By Anita Awbi
  • 20 Jun 2012
  • min read
City Showcase: Spotlight London, the live music event and search for new musical talent, returns  to Central London for its 10th anniversary.

All new bands and artists who would like the chance to perform in the capital are invited to apply by 31 July.  All types of performers of all types of music are welcome to apply.

City Showcase: Spotlight London has been nurturing new musical talent since 2003 and  hosts over 200 musicians every year.  Past performers include  Amy Winehouse, Keane, Gabriella Cilmi, Mr Hudson, Laura Marling, Hot Chip, and Scouting for Girls.

The events provide unique opportunities for musicians and artists to grow loyal fan bases and gain valuable experience performing before a live audience.

To mark the 10th anniversary, City Showcase is offering free entry to those who have registered online for wristbands at least a month in advance of the festival otherwise entry will be £5 on the door.

You can apply to perform at the event by visiting the website at www.cityshowcase.co.uk.

About City Showcase
City Showcase is the year-round festival of new music that is unique in offering aspiring musicians a stage to play on and a live network of professionals to socialise with.

As well as the annual Spotlight London and Soho Flea Market events, City Showcase runs regular open mic nights (City Showcase: Rising), master-classes with big names providing their expertise for free (City Showcase: Sessions) and real live social networking, face to face, at the City Showcase: Club.

www.cityshowcase.co.uk