Rising Stars - Joe Little / Matilda Grace / Lewis Monticelli

Event information

Thursday 16th October 2025 / 7pm to 10pm

West Pier Recordings presents an exclusive chance to experience 2 hours of outstanding live talent and discover the stars of tomorrow.

Joe Little (Brighton) - 45 min set / 9.15pm

Joe Little blends folk and left field pop with a rocky edge, his music refuses to sit neatly in one category. Recent single releases include 'Ordinary', 'Stars' and most recently 'Loving For the First Time' feat King Tear. With an experimental tone that pushes boundaries, his work has been praised as "astonishingly potent" by Clash Music and has earned a spot on BBC 6 Music’s playlist. Whether delivering intimate acoustic moments or unleashing powerful full band performances, he brings a rare energy with a beautiful voice that captivates every time. Not to be missed!

Matilda Grace (London) - 45 min Set / 8.10pm

Matilda fuses pop and rock and is greatly inspired by artists such as Lily Allen, Blondie and The Killers. Voted #1 with "Not Your Ex Yet..." after just 2 weeks in the Unsigned Top 10 Singles Chart! 🚀. Matilda’s strength lies in her commanding songwriting, which fuels her dynamic sound . She navigates emotional extremes with precision, delivering sharp verses and choruses that burn with a bold rock edge. Her sound is for anyone caught in the uncertain space of modern relationships - raw, relatable, and unapologetically direct.

Lewis Monticelli (Brighton) - 30 min set / 7.20pm

Taking his first solo steps after performing in an alt rock band, Lewis draws on 90s grunge while exploring more delicate, introspective sounds and a newer direction forward. Influenced by Elliott Smith, Jeff Buckley and Nick Drake, he delivers emotionally rich, lyrically honest songs that balance vulnerability with raw edge. Lewis returns to Rising Stars by popular demand but this time with his new band by his side.