SOMERSET HOUSE SUMMER SERIES 2025 - ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
📍Somerset House, London, WC2R 1LA
📅 10 July - 20 July 2025
The Somerset House Summer Series returns once again, set in the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court at the heart of the iconic Neoclassical building. This open-air concert series has become a staple for showcasing both rising talents and acclaimed artists from the UK and around the world.
Each year, the Summer Series delivers a vibrant blend of iconic names and fresh talent - and 2025 is no exception. This year’s lineup features influential UK acts like Rizzle Kicks and Giggs, emotive singer-songwriters Freya Ridings and Jacob Banks, electro-swing trailblazer Parov Stelar, acclaimed folk voice Joy Oladokun, art-rock powerhouse St. Vincent, Scottish indie favourites The Snuts, fast-rising R&B trio FLO, and Australian indie-folk standouts The Paper Kites.
Just announced to join the roster are supporting acts including Nell Mescal, Pxssy Palace, Gustaf, Peter Xan, Benjamin Francis Leftwich, and more.
Also confirmed for 2025 is the premiere of a new film by BAFTA-nominated filmmaker and Somerset House Studios resident Akinola Davies Jr. The work will be accompanied by a live performance of a specially commissioned score by a collective of contemporary musicians. The film reflects on everyday rituals and the quiet rhythms that shape Black life in the UK.
HEADLINERS AND DAILY LINE-UP
thursday 10 july - rizzle kicks
Chart-topping duo Rizzle Kicks bring their signature blend of infectious energy, sharp lyricism and playful charisma to Somerset House, kicking off the series with a joyous celebration of British hip hop nostalgia.
SUPPORT: Peter Xan
DOORS: 19:30
FRIDAY 11 JULY - FREYA RIDINGS
Known for her soaring vocals and emotional ballads, Freya Ridings will fill the open-air courtyard with heartfelt anthems and cinematic intimacy, perfect for a summer evening under the stars.
SUPPORT: Nell Mescal
DOORS: 19:30
SATURDAY 12 JULY - JACOB BANKS
With his rich, soulful voice and genre-blurring sound, Jacob Banks promises a powerful, immersive set, channelling gospel, R&B and rock influences into a performance of deep resonance.
SUPPORT: Tamzene
DOORS: 19:30
Copyright: Shutterstock (Photo)
SUNDAY 13 JULY - PAROV STELAR
A pioneer of electro-swing, Austrian artist Parov Stelar transforms the courtyard into a pulsating dancefloor, blending vintage charm with cutting-edge beats for a night of genre-defying spectacle.
SUPPORT: Yet to be announced
DOORS: 19:30
MONDAY 14 JULY - AKINOLA DAVIES JR
BAFTA-nominated filmmaker and Somerset House Studios resident Akinola Davies Jr premieres his latest work - an evocative film exploring Black life in the UK - accompanied by a live score from contemporary musical collaborators.
The line-up includes:
Sampha
Moses Boyd
Balimaya Project (percussion section)
Kwake Bass
Dennis Bovell
Charlie Dark
Klein
SUPPORT: Union Black Ensemble
DOORS: 19:30
TUESDAY 15 JULY - JOY OLADOKUN
Delivering introspective, emotionally rich songwriting, Joy Oladokun’s stripped-back set offers a moment of soulful reflection, bridging folk and R&B in one of the week’s most intimate performances.
SUPPORT: Halfway Kid
DOORS: 19:30
Copyright: Brian Higbee (Photo)
WEDNESDAY 16 JULY - ST VINCENT
Art-rock icon St. Vincent brings her daring, genre-defying sound and theatrical presence to the Somerset House stage, promising a night of bold, visionary performance.
SUPPORT: Gustaf
DOORS: 19:30
Copyright: Alex Da Corte (Photo)
THURSDAY 17 JULY - THE SNUTS
Scottish indie favourites The Snuts deliver anthemic choruses and raw energy in a show that captures the spirit of indie rock with crowd-pleasing urgency and charm.
SUPPORT: The Guest List
DOORS: 19:30
Copyright: Gaz Williamson (Photo)
FRIDAY 18 JULY - THE PAPER KITES
Melbourne’s The Paper Kites bring their warm, wistful indie-folk to the courtyard, crafting an atmospheric, quietly powerful evening of melodic storytelling.
SUPPORT: Nadia Reid and Benjamin Francis Leftwich
DOORS: 19:00
SATURDAY 19 JULY - FLO
Britain’s rising R&B trio FLO light up the stage with slick harmonies, confident lyricism and a sound that nods to ‘90s girl groups while carving out something entirely new.
SUPPORT: Natanya and Pxssy Palace
DOORS: 17:00
SUNDAY 20 JULY - GIGGS & FAMILY
Closing the series with authority, rap heavyweight Giggs curates a special night featuring a hand-picked lineup of collaborators and rising voices—celebrating family, community and the raw power of UK hip hop.
Special guests P Money and Tiny Boost will join Giggs for an exclusive performance on the Summer Series stage.
DOORS: 19:30
