Sasha Samara joins the TALENTBANQ roster
Sasha Samara is your “friendly neighbourhood popstar,” blending heartfelt songwriting with soaring vocals and sharp, character-driven lyricism inspired by Taylor Swift, Paramore and RAYE. A winner of the 2020 Northern Irish Music Prize for Best New Artist, she’s become known for her electrifying, joy-filled live shows and fearless confessional storytelling that instantly draws audiences in. […]
Madeline Thorp joins the TALENTBANQ roster
Madeline lives in a constant state of reinvention, pouring a new self into every performance and firmly establishing her place in the London folk scene. “There is nothing exceptional in her singing, except that for when she sings, the whole of London turns inside out” – Gabriel Moreno Her music with its unique alchemy of soul […]
TALENTBANQ 8th Anniversary Celebration
You are invited! We ran our first ever gig on January 24th, 2018. On January 28th 2026, we are celebrating 8 years of incredible live music. Morganway headlines the night, with a remarkable supporting lineup : Samuel Ashton & the Instincts + DJs from Voices Radio. Join us at 21 Soho or a gig that […]
Marianne Leigh joins the TALENTBANQ roster
Marianne Leigh, an emerging indie-pop artist and “promising new pop star” (Jodie Bryant, BBC Radio 1), channels the trials of adolescence into her confessional music. The New Zealand native, now based in London, garnered attention with her BBC Radio 1 playlisted track ‘obsessed’. “We just found your new favourite rising artist! Marianne Leigh is giving […]
One Night – Two Red Hot Bands all at 21 Soho
Samuel Ashton & the Instincts LIVE at 21 Soho TALENTBANQ are pleased to announce Samuel Ashton & the Instincts will open for Morganway at 21 Soho, London on 28th January 2026. Samuel Ashton’s music has been described as “Deliciously Soulful” by the BBC’s Leo Ulph and as “A celebration of pure, unfiltered soul and passion” by Black Deer Live. Samuel’s soul voice […]
Kaspar ‘Berry’ Rapkin joins the TALENTBANQ roster
Kaspar has been obsessed by the blues and vintage music since he was 12, half a lifetime ago. He has been described as a 100 year old soul in the body of a 26 year old as he continues to baffle people with a raw sound in the 2020’s. A family friend gave him his […]
Naiko joins the TALENTBANQ roster
Naiko’s music is a raw, soulful exploration of transformation, love, and self-discovery, blending poetic storytelling with groove-driven rhythms and expansive soundscapes. His voice, shaped by gospel ensembles and choir experiences, carries an emotional depth and authenticity that draws listeners into a deeply immersive experience. Beginning his musical journey as a drummer and backing vocalist for […]
MORGANWAY Live at 21 Soho
After two sold-out tours across the UK and Germany, TALENTBANQ are pleased to announce Morganway will headline 21 Soho, London on 28th January 2026. Drenched In Rustic Folk And Thunderous Americana Rock, Morganway Delivers A Sonic Punch That Leaves You Breathless. Their Music Is A Paradox: Both Intimate And Expansive, Vulnerable And Powerful. Prepare To Be […]
King Cerulean join the TALENTBANQ roster
Cardiff’s most exciting independent nine‑piece band, King Cerulean, deliver a high‑energy, feel‑good fusion of pop, funk, rock and soul. What began on small open‑mic nights has grown into sold‑out venues in Cardiff and London, and high‑profile festival slots. Blurring genres with ease, their music is driven by catchy hooks, undeniable basslines and vibrant brass, creating an […]