Headfirst Editor's Pick
"Marla Kether graces us with her beautiful live performance in full band formation. With lashings of Theo Parrish-style house, layered percussion and spiritual Afro‑Brazilian rhythms, this is music that drifts perfectly between live gig intimacy and club-ready flow. Unmissable vibes FFO: Yazmin Lacey, Shy One, Oscar Jerome."
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A gig held at The Jam Jar on Thursday 23rd October. The event starts at 19:30.
Marla Kether (Full Live Band)
Born in London to Congolese parents, Marla Kether is a bassist, producer and DJ. Exceeding 35 million Spotify streams as a session bassist for the likes of Yazmin Lacey, Oscar Jerome and Obongjayar, Marla released her highly-anticipated debut EP ‘All That We Have’ in 2023, preceded by four singles championed by the likes of Crack Magazine, Mary Anne Hobbs, Jamz Supernova, Shanti Celeste, Gilles Peterson and many more.
It’s safe to say her musical career is as diverse as her influences: her music features a unique blend of live Latin percussion, Theo Parrish-style groove, and driving basslines and guitar riffs inspired by her West African heritage. The EP was heralded by Bandcamp Daily as some of ‘The Best Electronic Music of November 2023’, and the closing track ‘BTR2’ is one of DJ Mag’s Top Tracks of 2023.
**All ticket holders for Marla Kether's headline show, have FREE entry to Girl on Girl club night**
Entry requirements: 18+
Born in London to Congolese parents, Marla Kether is a bassist, producer and DJ. Exceeding 35 million Spotify streams as a session bassist for the likes of Yazmin Lacey, Oscar Jerome and Obongjayar, Marla released her highly-anticipated debut EP ‘All That We Have’ in 2023, preceded by four singles championed by the likes of Crack Magazine, Mary Anne Hobbs, Jamz Supernova, Shanti Celeste, Gilles Peterson and many more.
It’s safe to say her musical career is as diverse as her influences: her music features a unique blend of live Latin percussion, Theo Parrish-style groove, and driving basslines and guitar riffs inspired by her West African heritage. The EP was heralded by Bandcamp Daily as some of ‘The Best Electronic Music of November 2023’, and the closing track ‘BTR2’ is one of DJ Mag’s Top Tracks of 2023.
**All ticket holders for Marla Kether's headline show, have FREE entry to Girl on Girl club night**
Entry requirements: 18+
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