Wild Walls Closing Party with Native James, support from Nina Arya, and DJ Amy Nomvula.
The Wild Walls Festival celebrating street art in Ipswich goes out on a high with a showcase of rising music acts from the town.
Local legend and rising UK star Native James brings his raucous live show to us, supported by the soulful sounds of singer Nina Arya and DJ Amy Nomvula.
This party celebrates a successful first festival and is not to be missed!
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Time: 7.30pm - 12am
Venue: The Baths, Ipswich
Tickets: £5+bf plus optional donation
Supports: Nina Arya
Age Restrictions: 14+ (14- 15s must be accompanied by an adult)Accessibility: There is a ramp entrance into the venue and the bar / venue is all on one floor. There is also an accessible toilet on the same floor. For further information, please email info@brightenthecorners.co.uk so we can make your visit as comfortable as possible.
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Native James is an alternative rock-rap artist from Ipswich who transcends genre boundaries, melding Hip Hop, Grime, Nu-metal, Rock, Metal and Garage into a unique sound that is as distinctive as it is magnetic. With an impressive blend of raw energy and lyrical power, Native James has carved his own path, captivating audiences at some of the UK’s most iconic festivals and live events.
What sets Native apart is his innate ability to blend diverse influences into a sound that is uniquely his own. Native James’ music is a genre-bending journey that defies easy categorization. His lyrics are a potent mix of sharp social commentary, introspective musings, and vivid storytelling. His flow, a seamless transition from melodic croons to rapid-fire verses, keeps audiences on their toes. Whether it’s the rebellious spirit of Nu Metal, the unapologetic grit of Grime, or the infectious groove of Hip Hop, Native James weaves these elements into one sonic tapestry – a testament to his extraordinary talent.
While Native James’ recorded tracks are undeniably captivating and achieve consistent national radio play, it is his on-stage presence and live performances that have caught the attention of prominent figures in the music industry in 2023. With boundless energy and an undeniable charisma, Native James commands the stage like a seasoned veteran connecting with his audience and transcending barriers of age and background.
In the past year alone, Native James was chosen to be part of BBC Radio 1Xtra’s Touchdown Tour, in which the national network shone a spotlight on artists from across the different regions in the UK –personally selected by pioneering Grime DJ and broadcaster, DJ Target. Native was then subsequently asked by the BBC as one of only 12 emerging artists to perform in a rap cypher which was filmed at the iconic BBC Maida Vale studios to celebrate 15 years of BBC Introducing. Impressing power players in the room who recognised his live performance potential – he was quickly booked to perform across BBC stages at Latitude, Reading and Leeds festivals last Summer. Since then, Native James has amassed a rabid TikTok audience going viral with hundreds of thousands of views.
From his diverse influences to his unwavering commitment to pushing musical boundaries, Native James is a rising star whose trajectory knows no limits. He is bound to leave a lasting mark on the world of music, one unforgettable performance at a time.
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With her beautifully introspective lyricism, articulate melodies and deep love of heavy bass lines, Ipswich local Nina Arya is leaving no stone unturned this year. Early 2023 Nina stormed the dnb scene with a feature on drum and bass heavyweight Monrroe’s first single of the year, Joining him to perform the track at a sold out Printworks London show right before its closure. Nina achieved wide reaching support from Radio 1, BBC Asian Network and BBC Radio Suffolk/Norfolk for her track ‘Waters’ and the 3fall remix that followed.
Jumpstarting her songwriting career at the age of 17, Nina dove head first into the industry, working with the likes of DJ Fresh, The Brookes Brothers and Polar Youth, amassing over 2 million streams in the process. Shortly after Nina received support from BBC 1XTRA for her first solo track ‘Bad Habits’ and placed in the top 10 out of 10,000 artists for the BBC Introducing Live Lounge competition. Nina’s ability to stand out in a crowd is unrivalled, a sentiment which carries through in her live shows which Nina has spent time crafting, having performed at countless BBC events, Latitude festival, Printworks London and supporting the legendary Mancunian soul duo Children of Zeus.
This year Nina has shown a whole new side to her artistry, releasing her long awaited singles Don’t Believe Me and Thank God just before performing at one of the UK’s biggest festivals, Reading and Leeds 2024. Nina Arya is one artist you don’t want to miss on her way up.