All-female DJ lineup join Craig David, Frisco and StubHub for Give a Gig Week
An all-girl DJ lineup is joining a host of stars in support of a week-long fundraiser for young musicians.
British singer and producer FEMME (also known as Laura Bettinson) is presenting ‘Girls.Beats.Bass’ (at Dr Martens in Camden, March 22) to help raise money for Give a Gig Week and showcase top female talent.
Give a Gig Week (March 16-25) is an initiative from Youth Music which encourages supporters to raise money for the foundation by staging concerts. There will also be a show from Craig David in the US, while StubHub is taking care of tickets for some top London gigs free of charge including Frisco (more below).
Matt Griffiths, Youth Music CEO, is determined to provide more opportunities for up-and-coming female musicians.
He said, “Women are under-represented in the music industry, particularly in areas like production and engineering, and we’re determined to change this.
“The projects we support give girls and young women the chance to explore their creativity, learn new skills, and progress in whichever way they choose.
“Money raised through Give a Gig Week will help us to create more of these vital opportunities.”
As well as an appearance from FEMME herself, ‘Girls.Beats.Bass’ will also see sets from Reprezent Radio's La and BBC6 Music's Georgie Rogers.
Tickets are available as part of a prize draw on the Youth Music website.
Other Give a Gig Week shows
Some big names in the world of music have come out in support of Give a Gig Week. Here’s a few more putting on concerts in support of Youth Music.
Youth Music presents Brass Funkeys
Where: Ronnie Scott’s Bar, London
When: March 18
Brass Funkeys are a New Orleans-style marching band with an eclectic sound ranging from dixie to metal. Tickets on StubHub.
Craig David
Where: The Roxy, Los Angeles
When: March 20
Sadly not in the UK, but the fact Craig David is doing a free concert to raise money for Youth Music is a pretty big deal.
Youth Music presents Jocee & Her Jazz Band
Where: Ronnie Scott’s Bar, London
When: March 25
The London-based singer will take to the stage at London's premiere jazz club. Tickets on StubHub.
Frisco, Tiggs Da Author and ShaoDow
Where: House of Vans, London
When: March 25
Includes a special performance from Youth Music’s Bollo Brook Youth Centre. Tickets on StubHub, which is offering its services free of charge in support of the campaign.
Stay tuned to LineUp for the latest news on Youth Music’s Give a Gig Week campaign.
