An electrifying night of music, poetry, and pure celebration that showcases the phenomenal talent of women in the arts - uniting voices that inspire, uplift, and empower.
This year, we have a special joint-headline performance by two of the best rappers today in Bobbie Johnson and Phonetic, along with music by Orla Rae and Amber Burgoyne, plus spoken word sets from Mally and Erin James.
VIVID isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of the brilliance, resilience, and creativity of women everywhere. Whether you’re moved by rhythm, poetry, or sheer passion, this is a night that will leave you buzzing with inspiration and joy. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere of solidarity and celebration, and leave with your heart full and your spirit lifted.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Bobbie Johnson is a Rapper/Producer coming out of the sunny seaside city Brighton (UK). Over the past year, she has been supporting the likes of Rag N Bone Man, Roots Manuva, The Pharcyde and festival stages around the UK and Europe, she has gained the nickname of the ‘Rapping Adele’ increasing her fan base with every show she commands, promoting the new age voice of hip hop.
Phonetic is an artist who is already synonymous with Brighton’s thriving hip hop scene, thanks to her skills on the mic, combined with her unwavering creative drive. That drive and talent go way beyond her years and they are good signifiers as to why she has already earned support slots for a number of notable artists and acts, including Rag’N’Bone Man, Children of Zeus, Skinnyman, High Focus, LEVELZ & more.
Immersed in music from a young age, 23 year old Brighton born singer and songwriter Orla Rae takes inspiration from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Jazmine Sullivan, Cleo Sol and Victoria Monet, blending R&B, soul, pop and jazz with powerful vocal runs, intricate harmonies and a genuine passion for storytelling. Having recently supported artists such as Sophie Faith, IYAMAH and singing for the Grammy Award Winning Jazz duo, Blue Lab Beats on their EU tour, Orla has recently been championed by BBC Radio 1Xtra, securing a spot on the 1xtra playlist and being named as 1xtra’s introducing ‘Track of the Week’ with her latest release, Richest Girl. With more support from other presenters such as DJ Ace on Kiss, Jyoty on RinseFM and Rellik on Reprezent, Orla is firmly grounding her position in the UK R&B/Soul scene as a definite one to watch in 2025, with the release of her anticipated debut EP.
Amber Burgoyne is a Jazz/soul singer-songwriter. Combining smooth acoustic guitar, sweet saxophone and a voice that melts your heart. A sound heavily inspired by some of the great female voices; Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Etta James and Amy Winehouse.
"I’m Mally, a multifaceted creative navigating my flow in this world. My passion for words drives everything I do - whether it's through poetry, acting, or singing. Poetry, in particular, has been a powerful tool in helping me find my voice and empowering others to express their emotions. For me, it's an outlet that fosters connection and healing. I’m dedicated to creating spaces where individuals can embrace their vulnerability, especially in a time when society often discourages it. I believe that vulnerability is not only essential but also transformative."
Erin James is a multi-hyphenated artist and activist, hoping to change the world "one poem at a time". Erin’s work revolved around weaving worlds through words, zine-making, acting, facilitating and community-creating. Their goal is to use art as a tool for activism, alternative education, decolonial healing and Black joy.
This event is part of Reigning Women
A highlight of the TOM calendar, Reigning Women offers a platform for both established artists and rising stars to showcase their amazing talents.
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Doors: 19:30
Tickets: £10 (adv.)
Age: 14+, under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
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