The Debut
One Song. One Stage. Great Company.
The Debut is iluvlive’s new live format spotlighting emerging talent alongside three curated main acts.
Across the night, three featured artists deliver full live sets, each bringing their own sound, story and energy. In between those sets, selected performers step up to share one song - a moment to introduce themselves, test new material, or take the stage for the first time.
The one-song slots are available via pre-registration and limited on-the-night sign-ups.
To perform, you must hold a ticket for the event.
Please use the same name as the name on your ticket.
Why The Debut exists
iluvlive has spent over 20 years creating spaces where artists can be heard long before industry attention arrives. From grassroots stages to national recognition, we’ve seen what happens when the right room meets the right moment.
The Debut continues that legacy.
It’s a space for:
Artists ready to introduce themselves
Artists testing new work
Audiences who care about discovering what’s next
Sign up to perform and secure your ticket now.
Venue: The Lower Third (Up)
Date: Sunday 19th April 2026
Time: 7:30 - 10:30 PM
Entry: Early Bird Tickets only £8
HOST
Que
Que The Wolf is a social entrepreneur, creative consultant, promoter and speaker working across music, youth culture and education. With over nine years of experience, he has collaborated with organisations including YouTube, Google, Sony Music, Warner Music, BBC, Ticketmaster and the NHS, as well as artists such as WSTRN, Lady Leshurr and Jhene Aiko.
In 2013, Que co-founded Acoustic Live, an award-winning events platform championing acoustic talent through shows at venues including BOXPARK Shoreditch and Croydon, helping spotlight artists such as Little Simz, Kojey Radical, JP Cooper and Samm Henshaw.
He later launched A-Generation, an initiative supporting 16–24 year olds through creative education and industry access, and Dopereaders, a book community promoting literacy among young adults. Through Dopereaders, Que has distributed hundreds of books, delivered workshops with partners including Penguin Books, and led campaigns celebrating Black and BAME authors with support from Arts Council England.
DJ
Rellik
Rellik is a radio presenter with nine years of experience creating engaging content for diverse audiences. After five years hosting a drivetime show, he now leads a specialist R&B programme championing the genre’s growth in the UK.
He has interviewed artists including Raye, Mahalia and Mr Eazi, and has hosted stages at major festivals such as Parklife, T-Live and Cloud X.
Alongside radio, Rellik is a DJ and content creator, previously producing viral videos that reached millions of views while working at a social media agency. He has been recognised by Sony Music, who selected him to curate the Made in the UK R&B playlist, and by Spotify through its Riffs & Runs campaign. A member of the MOBOs Academy, he continues to use his platform to spotlight emerging talent and support UK R&B.
LINEUP
Monifé
Monifé, a British-born Vincentian/Nigerian artist raised in East London, made her debut in 2019 with the smooth, soulful track Unreachable. Her follow-up, Can’t Fall Back, is one of her most popular tracks to date. In October 2021, she released her first EP, Love Language, a 5-track exploration of love and self-connection, which gained international streams, especially across Africa, Europe, and the USA.
Growing up surrounded by music, Monifé was inspired by artists like Erykah Badu, Usher, and SZA, though she was initially shy about singing publicly. Her mother enrolled her in the Young N Gifted choir at 10, where she found her voice and confidence. A passionate live performer, Monifé has shared her music at venues like Kindred and Rough Trade. Her personal connection to music - using it to lift her spirits and channel emotions is exactly what drives her to create songs that resonate deeply with listeners.
Emilia Anastazja
Emilia is a Polish/Swiss, London-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for her rich, emotive voice and a style that blends soul, R&B, pop, and jazz. Inspired by artists like Sade, Cleo Sol, and Erykah Badu, her music combines timeless warmth with modern depth.
Her EP Purple To Blue, released in November 2025, has already gained strong momentum, receiving UK radio play on Jazz FM, UK Soul Radio, and Global Soul Radio, and earning praise from tastemakers such as Gilles Peterson and Bluey from Incognito.
Beyond her own releases, Emilia also writes and sings for other artists, with credits that highlight her reach in the industry. These include contributions to the Creed III soundtrack for J. Cole’s Dreamville label, a collaboration with Zacari, and vocals on a track by Japanese artist Awich, produced by Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA.
Lou Kadara
lou kadara is an East London–based alternative R&B artist, songwriter and self-producer whose work moves fluidly across genre. Blending alternative R&B, melodic rap and atmospheric electronic influences, his music resists easy categorisation, shaped by a sound that prioritises feeling, texture and narrative over convention.
Writing and producing the majority of his own material, lou approaches each record as a complete world, with production and songwriting developing side by side. His sound is defined by sparse but intentional arrangements, layered vocals and introspective lyricism that explores identity, ambition, relationships and personal growth with a measured, understated delivery.
Influenced by artists such as Frank Ocean, Brent Faiyaz and SZA, lou kadara’s music reflects a genre-bending approach rooted in the creative energy of East London’s independent music scene, where experimentation and authorship sit at the centre of his artistic identity.
Accessibility
The nearest underground station is Tottenham Court Road (Exit 4).
Do you have disabled parking?
There is no parking at the venue – the closest blue badge bays are located in Soho and Chinatown in the q-park car parks.
Chinatown q-park – Newport Pl, London, WC2H 7PU (7 minute walk from venue)
Soho q-park – Poland St, London, W1F 7NQ (8 minute walk from venue)
Can I bring my assistance animal to the show?
Assistance dogs may be allowed into the venue depending on the event – please email accessibility@outernetlive.com to set up this requirement
Medical Requirements
We understand that our guests may need to bring medication, equipment and/or food/drink to manage a medical condition. If you have any concerns regarding being allowed entry with any items, please get in touch with us via accessibility@outernetlive.com to discuss.
Effect Lighting
Please be aware that smoke machines, strobe lighting and lasers may be used during some performances.
Are there any other areas away from the crowd in the venue?
Please be advised, apart from the accessibility viewing area we cannot guarantee space away from crowds inside the venue.
We can however organise re-entry per request (please email: accessibility@outernetlive.com or mention to our guest list person/host upon arrival)
Venue Enquiries
For more info, see here.