Maisy Brown Live at Vibrations Studios
Maisy Brown performs This Is All On You for our Kirklees Most Wanted Sessions.
MachineAfro-Funk Meets Soul: Ibibio Sound Machine with Kirklees Most Wanted’s Hannah Rowe at The Parish!
Get ready for an explosive night of music as London’s sensational electronic afro-funk collective, Ibibio Sound Machine, prepare to tear the roof off The Parish in Huddersfield on Friday, November 7, 2025. Adding a massive dose of local pride to the bill, they will be supported by Kirklees’ own rising star, Hannah Rowe. Having cultivated a powerful, soulful, and jazz-infused sound with her seven-piece band, Hannah is no stranger to the local scene—she’s a successful participant in the Kirklees Most Wanted project and recently thrilled crowds at the KMW Showcase and the WRXL After party at amped. Don’t miss this chance to see one of the region’s most exciting talents open for a global powerhouse!
The Headliners: Ibibio Sound Machine 💥
Ibibio Sound Machine is led by the magnetic Nigerian vocalist Eno Williams, whose lyrics are often drawn from her mother’s folk tales and told in the Ibibio language of Nigeria. Their sound is an irresistible mash-up: a clash of electronic elements with the golden era of West African funk and disco.
The eight-piece band has garnered international acclaim for their exhilarating live shows, building a reputation across major festivals like Glastonbury and WOMAD. Their latest material, following the success of albums like Electricity, promises a blend of raw energy and powerful synth-funk grooves that will transform The Parish into a sweat-soaked, all-night dance club. Prepare for an infectious performance that is as rhythmically complex as it is joyously danceable.
The Support: Hannah Rowe (Kirklees Most Wanted) 🎤
Opening the evening is the sensational Hannah Rowe, a local vocalist from the Leeds/Huddersfield area who has quickly become a standout on the UK’s independent music scene. Backed by her trio rather than her usual mighty 7-piece band, this is your change to catch Hannah delivering a more stripped down set of a sophisticated blend of R&B, Soul, and Jazz, drawing comparisons to artists like Raye and Cleo Sol.
Her recent appearances, including a knockout set at the Kirklees Most Wanted Showcase and the high-energy WRXL After party at amped, have firmly cemented her status as one-to-watch. Her voice is described as “timeless,” and her band’s captivating passion is palpable. This performance at The Parish is a fantastic opportunity to see a truly homegrown talent step up to a major support slot and showcase the powerful, authentic music she has been refining right here in Kirklees.
Event Details
What: Ibibio Sound Machine with special guest Hannah Rowe
Where: The Parish, Huddersfield
When: Friday, 7 November 2025
Time: Doors at 20:00
Tickets: General admission tickets are available for £27.50 (plus booking fee). Check The Parish website or major ticketing agents like See Tickets to secure your spot! (Note: This event is 14+ with an adult companion required for 14-17 year olds).
https://parishevents.seetickets.com/whitelabels/event/ibibio-sound-machine/parish/DF-3437755
Don Gonzo
So this one time while practising in our tiny rented mill space, we came outside for a smoke break and were met with a flaming industrial sized skip, the flames reaching 20-30ft high…
Good Good Blood Live at Vibrations Studios
Good Good Blood performs “Will It Ever Burn Away” for our Kirklees Most Wanted Sessions.
The WRXL playlist
To celebrate 10 years of Wilson’s Republic special WRXL Routes event we’ve put together an exclusive playlist for the day which covers an epic selection or artists & bands from across the West Yorkshire region.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47FJyb7zcCqTWh59H0JGTB?si=sBmXARlyQcm6rvLv-kl4dQ
Get ready to groove to an amazing selection of artists and bands from right across the West Yorkshire region! It’s the perfect soundtrack for a full day of inspiration, insight, and creativity.
Individual event tickets are available here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wrxl-routes-tickets-1612148482509?aff=oddtdtcreator
WRXL: ROUTES
✨ A full day event packed with inspiration and insight
✨ A line-up of 6 stellar speakers from across creative disciplines like; Lisa Maltby, James Ravenhall, Laura Wellington, James Carbutt, Benaiah Matheson & Anthony Burrill
✨ A live panel for you to ask questions and hear more
✨ Onsite vendors, bar and merch stall
✨ A private afterparty at Amped, Huddersfield with an evening packed with live music and performers brought you to by Huddersfield-based Kirklees Most Wanted featuring the talents of; Good Good Blood, Hanna Rowe, Don Gonzo & Therealdemo.
✨ Social, drinks and community – because that’s what we do.
Clear that schedule or tell your boss to buy you a ticket and pop this full-day event in your diaries:
📅 Thursday 23rd October 2025
Day Event;
📍 The Blending Shed, Bates Mill, Huddersfield ⏰ 11.00am – 6:00pm
Evening Event;
📍 Amped (formerly Brewdog), Zetland St, Huddersfield ⏰ 7.00pm – 11.00pm
Good Good Blood & Eve Joné at The Workshop and Loft
He’ll be playing songs from his new album ‘Little Sparrow’ with support from the outstanding talent Eve Joné
Read MoreGood Good Blood & Eve Joné at The Workshop and Loft
WRXL. Routes.
Their theme is ROUTES. In a creative career, there is no one ‘golden path’. Routes will explore the pivots, twists and turns that shape creative careers.
Kirklees Most Wanted and The Hothouse Collaboration
It creates an invaluable testing ground for artists. It’s designed for musicians who want to try out new material. Whether a song is being considered for the K.M.W. playlist or an artist is gearing up for a filmed session at Vibration Studios, this collaboration provides the perfect opportunity to refine their tracks.
Read MoreKirklees Most Wanted and The Hothouse Collaboration
Kirklees Most Wanted Returns
Following an overwhelmingly successful inaugural year, the Kirklees Most Wanted project is thrilled to announce its return in July.
The Kirklees Most Wanted Showcase
Check out the exclusive interview, highlights & snaps from the Kirklees Most Wanted showcase at Northern Quarter in March.
Join Lillie as she goes behind the music with all the talented performers who lit up the stage at the first Kirklees Most Wanted Showcase. Each act opens up about their musical careers, sharing touching moments, amusing anecdotes, and ultimately insightful perspectives on their creative paths.
