FUTURE ICON QUARTER FINAL : L!V // Alex Jasper // Evelyn Bustin // Betts // Alina // Infra Violet at The Folklore Rooms

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 artist development package courtesy of Blinding Talent, and professional studio recording time at Darkwood Studios from Headliner.

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

L!V

L!V is a Pop/R&B artist from Brighton, making music that is uplifting, heartfelt and relatable. Taking inspiration from artists such as Olivia Dean and Jorja Smith, she combines genuine lyrics with captivating melodies, drawing from her own ex... view artist profile

Alex Jasper

Alex Jasper is a Brighton based songwriter blending folk, blues, and darkly poetic storytelling. Inspired by Johnny Cash, Nick Cave, The Doors, and the old blues masters, his songs combine raw emotion, smoky melodies, and a voice full of grit and ... view artist profile

Evelyn Bustin

Evelyn Bustin is a folk singer songwriter based in Brighton, combining metaphorical descriptions with her own life experiences. Inspired by Lizzy McAlpine, Adrianne Lenker and Searows, her debut single Allergy Season is out on the 27th of July.&nb... view artist profile

Betts

Betts is a soulful singer-songwriter blending heartfelt storytelling with rich melodies that linger long after the last note. Drawing from personal experiences and a diverse range of influences, Betts crafts songs that explore mental health, love,... view artist profile

Alina

Indie-pop singer songwriter ‘Alina’ has been writing songs for 10+ years. Hailing from Bristol, she studied Music Performance and Artist Development at Access Creative College, performing at gigs and festivals during the course. In 202... view artist profile

Infra Violet

Infra Violet are an alt-pop/indie-rock duo based in Brighton UK. Guitarist and vocalist Beth Munroe, and producer Toby Campen fuse retro alternative synth elements with intricate guitar and raw soulful vocals. They’ve gained regular internat... view artist profile

The details

Key Info

DOORS OPEN

19:15

MINIMUM AGE

18+ (I.D. Required)

TICKET PRICE

£10 ADV / £13 OTD

CAPACITY

Terms

Long live live music!

The venue

The Folklore Rooms, located above The Quadrant Pub in Central Brighton, is recognised as an intimate venue dedicated to uniting music lovers and performers. The live room is perfect for intimate shows and full band performances. It is equipped with professional sound and lighting systems, which are managed by a dedicated in-house engineering team. Shows are hosted seven nights a week, providing an unbeatable atmosphere and serving a selection of craft beers on tap.