South West Does It Best

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SOUTH WEST DOES IT BEST

A day festival celebrating over 5 years of local music support from Studio 54 Exeter & The Rock Project Devon.

South West Does It Best, a day festival celebrating over 5 years of local music support from Studio 54 Exeter & The Rock Project Devon.

This is an event of two halves; in the afternoon catch future generations of musical talent from The Rock Project Devon - there’s young bands, DJs, songwriters & broadcasters aged 7-18, they’ve been practicing hard to prepare an amazing show for you. Come ready to be inspired by the creativity and passion these young people display!

Following this, the evening brings a showcase of some of the best rising artists in the South West. Benny G, producer at Studio 54 Exeter has recently recorded all these acts, remarking ‘we’re living in the most exciting time for new music in the South West that I’ve ever seen, there’s so many strong, diverse acts to choose from that we’re going to have to hold yet another event as we simply couldn’t fit all the ones I wanted in!’

Further supporting this local music industry push the Cameron Mills Group (parent to Studio 54 Exeter & Rock Project Devon) has launched Creative Music Hub a community interest company, collaborating with Exeter Phoenix for a series of free artist development workshops aimed at young musicians. Named Amplify, industry professionals will provide advice on image, style, marketing, performance and production.

This is an incredible time for music and young people in the South West so don’t miss out, come along on the 8th of March and join in the movement!

Auditorium

King Cerulean - dynamic nine-piece pop funk band, who evolved from small open mic nights to sold-out venues in Cardiff and London, recently winning Hot Vox’s ‘New Blood’ competition, securing a slot in the line-up at the Isle of Wight Festival 2024.

Drawing inspiration from bands like Ripe, The Cat Empire, and Red Hot Chili Peppers, King Cerulean lift spirits and spread positivity with their passion and unique style.

King Louis - communicating across genres, through lived experiences King Louis formed at Exeter University to share their creativity and alt rock with the world.

Half Cut - radiating contagiously explosive energy Exeter rock band Half Cut hark back to 70s and 80s with their sound & looks.

Sidplusone - one of Exeter’s finest bands, expect a groovy blend of old funk and their own unique quirks sound.

3 Days Of Wonder - often described as having music that is mature for such a young band & taking inspiration from The Police, U2, Foo Fighters, The Script and Big Country. Devon based 3 Days Of Wonder tell stories with their music.

Balustrades - Exeter-based, loud & handsome indie-rock. For fans of The National, Ryan Adams, The Gaslight Anthem.

Palemoon - alternative band from Devon, expect trip-hop and alt rock sounds reminiscent of Radiohead & Portishead.

Bar Stage

Benny G afterparty DJ Set - the event curator & producer at Studio 54 Exeter playing some of his favourite tunes to see out the evening.

The Dilly Boys - a foot stomping folk collective from Devon. Their carefully constructed harmonies and strings create an intriguing folksome sound.

Francesca Brown - creator of The Exe Gig Collective, Francesca writes intimate acoustic music with echoes of childhood and memories of the past.

Emily Howard - playing lively acoustic soul music, Emily’s music is reminiscent of Joni Mitchell and similar folk heroes.

April Martin - an iconic voice coupled with powerful songwriting blending hip-hop with RnB, April is one to watch.

Amelie Valentine - bringing back grunge and 90s aesthetic girl-rock Amelie will remind you of Alanis Morrissette and Beabadoobee

Vanessa Klos - shooting into the conversation with her emotional song ‘You Are The Reason For My Song’, Vanessa writes music that will strike your heart.