Yussef Dayes to headline new Summer Dayes Festival in South London

Celebrating homegrown talent, Yussef Dayes curates a festival featuring Masego, Greentea Peng, and more, promising a day of diverse music and culture.

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South Facing and Live Nation are set to bring a fresh festival to South London with the debut of Yussef Dayes Presents: Summer Dayes Festival. Scheduled for August 4th at the historic Crystal Palace Bowl, this event marks a significant homecoming for the festival’s curator, Yussef Dayes, who himself hails from Southeast London.

Yussef Dayes, a drummer and producer revered for his distinctive combination of jazz, hip-hop, and electronic beats, is not just headlining but has also handpicked a vibrant mix of artists to share the stage. The lineup promises a day packed with musical diversity, featuring performances by Masego, Greentea Peng, Sango, Charlotte Day Wilson, Jordan Ward, Venna, and Luedji Luna.


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The festival isn’t just about music; it’s an immersive cultural experience, with Munya Chawawa, a star on social media and the comedy scene, set to host. Attendees can also look forward to exploring a selection of London’s finest street food offerings and bars, all within the backdrop of an iconic outdoor music venue with a legacy spanning over 60 years.

For those keen on experiencing this mix of jazz, soul, RnB, and funk live, tickets will be available for purchase starting March 15th at 10 am GMT, exclusively through livenation.co.uk.


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