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ISLE OF WIGHT FESTIVAL NEW BLOOD COMPETITION QUARTER FINAL

The Sunflower Lounge, 76 Smallbrook Queensway, Birmingham, B5 4EG
18+ (Valid I.D will be required)

THE EVENT

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!


Please note, tickets purchased are for the event as a whole, and not for a particular artist. Refunds will be given if the whole event is cancelled

EVENT DETAILS

DATE //
VENUE // The Sunflower Lounge, 76 Smallbrook Queensway, Birmingham, B5 4EG
DOORS //
AGE // 18+ (Valid I.D will be required)
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LINEUP

  • Solace
  • Pip
  • Maxwell Avenue
  • Eleven Fifteen
  • Road Closed
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Solace

Solace are a Birmingham-based indie rock band composed of Kieran Sparkes, Joel Hampton, Lee Hollis, Will Scott and Daniel White. They all met online in January 2024 and bonded over their love of music. They record and produce all their music from their home, and it’s a fresh blend of energetic rock built for the big stage, and lyrical storytelling that relates to their listeners personal experiences. They have a growing and loyal fan base all over the UK. In just a year, they have achieved up to 12,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, along with 5,000 followers across their socials. After releasing six singles in 2024, they are currently working on their debut EP due for release in Summer 2025!

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Pip

Hailing from the vibrant city of Birmingham, pip is a captivating ensemble embarking on a journey to reshape the sonic landscape by blending a diverse array of genres into a harmonious and innovative sound. At the core of their musical identity is a fusion of dream pop, emo, grunge, alt-indie, and even elements of jazz. This eclectic mix results in a captivating auditory experience that resonates with fans across different musical tastes.

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Maxwell Avenue

Maxwell avenue is a four-piece punk pop band based in Birmingham. They blend the vibes of the likes of McFly, Green Day and 5SOS with elements of 50s rock and orchestral themes. Maxwell Avenue's upcoming debut album Hypercolour Youth follows the success of their recent single; the orchestral ballad Vindicated, and a very well received cover of Michael Jackson's Thriller, specially released for Halloween! Hypercolour Youth catchy melodies, hummable hooks, and some chunky riffs. So expect big things."

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Eleven Fifteen

Eleven Fifteen are a 5 piece Rock band from Birmingham, with influences ranging from Muse, Queens Of The Stone Age and Nothing But Thieves. Since their debut live show in 2021 Eleven Fifteen has become an emerging band in the birminghsm music scene. With their live shows boasting heavy riffs and catchy vocal hooks Eleven Fifteen are the band to see.

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Road Closed

“True to the roots of Rock and Roll, but flavoured with a modern twist” – Azra Pathan RoadClosed is an Alternative/Hard Rock Band hailing from the industrial heart of Birmingham (UK). Every gig they play becomes a rare, almost nostalgic experience with gripping chemistry, energetic presence and highly technical performances reminiscent of the legends of Classic Rock. With over 2 albums worth of music waiting to be released, each one with a defining sound that characterises the emotion that drives their music. “Simply put, Road Closed is what you get when you combine 4 incredibly talented musicians, an excellent repertoire and a passionate, charismatic stage presence.” – Chris Beswick

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