HOT VOX Presents: ISLE OF WIGHT FESTIVAL: New Blood Competition Quarter-Final : The Pillbox Jam // Rusty Halo // Josh Roberts // LI KUAN
Out of the thousands of hopefuls that entered the Isle of Wight Festival New Blood Competition, only a handful now remain in the Quarter-Finals. These artists are some of the most exciting and promising acts on the scene and will all be competing for a coveted slot at Isle of Wight Festival 2025!
So make your voice heard and support your favourite act for their chance to perform at Isle of Wight Festival!
The Pillbox Jam
https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/the-pillbox-jam/
The Pill Box Jam was formed in early 2024 by passionate musicians dedicated to delivering electrifying performances that will captivate your audience and elevate any event.
The core members are Michael Benhoer, Nigel Feldman, Fran Bernhard and other musicians. They are a self-contained band encouraged by Jazz standards and funk grooves.
The Pill Box Jam has formed a solid fan based within only a few months.
Their unique blend of funk grooves, jazz solos, and strong melodies makes them unique on what they do, breaking away from Jazz stereotypes.
With a fusion of jazz sophistication and funky rhythms, The Pill Box Jam creates a unique and vibrant sound that will get everyone on their feet.
Rusty Halo
https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/rusty-halo/
Alt rock band hailing from London, UK. An alchemical blend of hard rock with contemporary flair. Drawing inspiration from rock legends such as Led Zeppelin and Queen, as well as modern rock icons such as Soundgarden, Radiohead and Muse, the band delivers a sound that’s both raw and anthemic. Their powerful riffs, unearthly melodies, and dynamic performances captivate audiences, elevating them to a blissful state of chaotic harmony. Committed to pushing musical boundaries, they continue to evolve and redefine the genre.
Josh Roberts
https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/josh-roberts/
At just 22, Josh Roberts has already proven himself as a live performer. After releasing two singles that drew attention for their emotional depth, Josh made his Glastonbury debut in June 2024, delivering two acoustic sets on the Croissant Neuf bandstand. His natural stage presence and ability to connect with the audience made a lasting impression. Now, with a growing following, Josh is performing at larger venues in London alongside his band, solidifying his reputation as a dynamic and promising talent in the indie music scene.
LI KUAN
https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/li-kuan/
LI KUAN is a London-based recording artist and multi-instrumentalist blending cinematic string arrangements under smooth pop melodies. LI KUAN’s sound is warm, cathartic and intricately detailed. As a classically trained musician, her songwriting merges the discipline of classical music with the emotive pull of modern pop to create compositions that are delicate, cinematic, and reflective. LI KUAN’s ‘super powerful’ first single “The Fireworks”, as characterised by presenters, had its debut on BBC Introducing ahead of its release on 5th November.
DOORS OPEN: 19:15
MINIMUM AGE: Strictly 18+ (I.D may be required)
INDUSTRY JUDGES: Some of our industry judges, past and present, include John Giddings (Solo) Richard Barber (Solo Agency / Isle Of Wight Festival), Jodie Bryant (KISS FM), Sarah Casey (UTA), Caitlin Ballard (ATC), Joe Gaynor (Seven 7 Management), Martin Heath (Lizard King Records), David Pyatt (O2 / AMG), Simon Eaton (Troxy / former Mama, AMG, Live Nation), Richard Engler (Autonomy Music Group), Richard Clarke (War Child UK), Megan Lawrenson (BMG), Ryan Phillips (Columbo Group), Monkey Harper (Producer / Yellow Shark), Lewis Abbot (Scope), David Rowell (Autonomy Music Group), Jack Widdison (Autonomy Music Group), James Corbitt (Autonomy Music Group), Tom Price (Grizzly Management), Lily Crockford (Crockford Management), Barney Crockford (Crockford Management), James Walsh (Starsailor), Jessica Lamb (Lander PR), Laurence Hobbs (SAFO Music Group), Matthew L (Cargo Rooms), Matthew Acheson (Composer/Producer), James Anniballi (Columbo Group), Omar Hoxton (PD Venues), Richard Crowcroft (Cargo Rooms), Nic Mazzoli (Cargo Rooms).
TICKET LINK: https://ticketool.co.uk/events-fe/9dbefaa8-6376-47e1-815f-1f4028700779/?promoter=98f3bf22-e7a4-4de7-9f2f-229b53b84e54
Source: The Fiddler's Elbow website
