FUTURE ICON QUARTER FINAL : Louis.C.Skellern // Sandra Thomsen & Arrun Harker // Howard Gray // Shan Bowden // Burlington // Benji Heinke at O'Neill's, Soho (Wardour St.)

The Event

Out of thousands of hopefuls, only a handful of standout solo artists and duos remain in the Future Icon Quarter-Finals, each competing for a career-changing prize package worth over £5,000.

The winner will receive £1,000 in cash, an industry-leading PR and artist development package courtesy of Blinding Talent, and professional studio recording time at Puzzle Factory Studios.

Future Icon is built to give emerging talent the tools, support, and momentum they need to thrive, from funding to promotion to production.

Make your voice heard and support your favourite artist and help them become a…. ‘Future Icon’.

Meet the lineup

Louis.C.Skellern

Louis.C.Skellern is a singer songwriter, who is known for his immaculate melodies and intimate lyrics. He has spent the last year writing music for major artists and music for TV and film. After graduating from Leeds Conservatoire in ’23, he... view artist profile

Sandra Thomsen & Arrun Harker

Arrun Harker and Sandra Thomsen are two singer-songwriters united by love and by music. Arrun started producing Sandra’s music in 2022 and through initially working together in the studio, they discovered a unique music synergy on stage.

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Howard Gray

From the hills of Hertfordshire, Howard Gray brings newly inpsired original blues and rock music to the bustle of the Big Smoke. Inspired by the early roots of the blues and the songwriting of McCartney, expect stomping, bopping and riff-sloppin t... view artist profile

Shan Bowden

Shan is a singer songwriter from South East London who trained at The BRIT School of Performing Arts and Technology and went onto further train at Guildford School of Acting. Shan has a passion for Soul, Blues and Jazz music when singing but was b... view artist profile

Burlington

Burlington is an indie singer-songwriter artist whose music captures the carefree spirit of a Sunday cruise along the beach.

With breezy melodies, warm rhythms, and laid-back vibes, Burlington crafts songs that feel like a perfect blend of ... view artist profile

Benji Heinke

Born in Somerset in 1995, Benji Heinke later moved to Winchester to complete a Fine Art degree. He then moved to Southampton soon after graduating and released his self-titled debut album in 2018. This was followed by the post-lockdown album &lsqu... view artist profile

The details

Key Info

DOORS OPEN

19:15

MINIMUM AGE

18+ (venue operates a Challenge 25 policy)

TICKET PRICE

£10 + Fees in Advance / £13 On The Door

DEALS

Happy Hour between 5pm and 8pm

Terms

Dress code is smart casual

The venue

Nestled in the heart of Soho, O’Neill’s is an iconic Irish pub renowned for its dynamic live music scene. The venue hosts a diverse lineup of talented bands and musicians, creating a vibrant atmosphere that draws both locals and tourists alike. With genres ranging from rock and pop to classic Irish tunes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The pub’s inviting, lively ambiance makes it the perfect spot to experience the energy of live music, while enjoying a cold pint and soaking up the spirit of Soho. O’Neill’s truly celebrates the joy of music, community, and good times.