Emerge Stage presented by Roadblock

You’ll find an abundance of talent  on the Emerge Stage presented by Roadblock, located in the Food Court at the heart of the Bazaar.

Tamara Sharp – 12pm

Tamara S is a rising R&B artist from Leeds, blending neo-soul warmth with a contemporary hip-hop edge. With a voice rooted in emotion and spirituality, her music has earned over 400K Spotify streams and support from BBC Introducing and BBC 1Xtra. For this special performance, she will showcase tracks from her debut album “Where Are the Butterflies?”, produced by Leeds-based musician Oliver Rees — a producer and guitarist known for fusing soul, jazz, and hip-hop influences — who will also accompany her live on guitar, bringing the album’s sound to life on stage.

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Jay Rhule – 12:45pm

Emerging from Leeds, Jay Rhule’s music is a celebration of individuality, raw emotion, self acceptance and authenticity. His introspective lyrics tackle themes of love, heartbreak, perseverance and self-discovery, while his rich vocal tone and innovative production push the boundaries of contemporary music.

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Sanctuary Got Talent – 1:40pm

Sanctuary Got Talent is an inclusive Leeds-based group and performance showcase for refugees and asylum seekers, providing a platform for creativity, connection, and empowerment. Founded by Wan, it highlights talents like music, dance, and poetry, often collaborating with venues like Leeds Playhouse and Leeds City of Sanctuary.

Supreme Brass Band – 3pm

We are Ghanian brass band based in Leeds (Beeston) we are a band of 13 members we mainly play Afro brass and many other genres depending on the type of event. .

 

Organised by and for local people to celebrate the life and diversity of our community