Launched in 2021, City Splash has grown into the world’s largest one-day celebration of Caribbean and African music, food and culture. Each year, over 30,000 people come together to experience the sounds of more than 60 international and UK-based artists. In 2024, we introduced Rise Up — a dynamic new platform supporting outstanding emerging artists from the Caribbean.

Now entering its second year, the Rise Up programme is designed to spotlight and nurture the next generation of talent. Taking place in both London and the Caribbean, the initiative offers selected artists a one-week creative residency that includes:

• A performance at City Splash Festival

• A songwriter camp with leading producers and musicians

• Media exposure, including interviews with radio and press

• Performance opportunities at key music industry events like SXSW London

• Professional development workshops

• A wrap-up film capturing each artist’s journey on the programme

The 2025 Rise Up cohort features six exceptional artists pushing the boundaries of Caribbean music and culture:

• Jaz Elise – Multi-talented artist from Kingston, Jamaica

• Nesta – Alternative reggae artist from New York with Jamaican roots

• Ras-I – Roots reggae musician from Kingston, Jamaica

• Runkus – One of Kingston’s most exciting young voices

• elevatetoday – Reggae artist born in Jamaica, raised in Manchester

• Savannah Dumetz – Soulful singer-songwriter from South London, of Jamaican heritage

With Caribbean music deeply woven into the cultural fabric of London, Rise Up amplifies voices that are shaping the sound of tomorrow.

For partnership / sponsorship enquiries please contact:

owen@packgrp.com