Sunday 26th of July
Substance presents Acoustica

Featuring – Dilan Kumar + Bibi Donaldson + Sam Kellner + Deep Theory

The Spice of Life is a Soho landmark, historic music venue and is in the heart of London's West End.

Renowned for having a great live sound The Spice of Life and Substance have worked together for over 18 years to bring the very best new music to the heart of the capital.

"One of the best little venues in London" Evening Standard

The Line up

Dilan Kumar
Dilan Kumar is a composer, sound designer, multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter based in London, UK. His work for stage and screen focuses on building innovative, dramaturgically-focused sound worlds that blur boundaries between sound design and score. His debut as a singer-songwriter and performer, Pictures for People I Can’t See, is scheduled for release in early 2026.
https://www.dilankumar.com/

Bibi Donaldson
Singer/ Songwriter based in North London
https://linktr.ee/bibi.donaldson

Sam Kellner
Sam is a rising country artist bringing fresh energy and real storytelling to the live stage. He’s already earned early recognition through BBC Introducing and London radio support for music from his EP Highways, building momentum with a growing audience that connects strongly to his warm, melodic sound and emotionally grounded lyrics.

Beyond music, Sam is a multi-hyphenate creative with genuine crossover appeal. He’s established himself in fashion—walking at New York Fashion Week and appearing in a Yves Saint Laurent promotional campaign—bringing a polished, camera-ready presence that translates seamlessly into live performance and promotion.

Sam’s music is also expanding into film: his song “Heaven Is Waiting for Us” is attached to the upcoming Hollywood feature The Butterfly Keeper, further underscoring his momentum and commercial viability.

On-screen, Sam’s work in the Disney Percy Jackson universe broadens his reach and fanbase, positioning him as an artist who can draw both music lovers and pop-culture audiences.
https://www.instagram.com/itssamkellner/

Deep Theory
Poprock love merchant. You come to me for your next daydream.
Deep Theory is a percussive, fingerstyle guitarist who lays down his groove on the back of an acoustic, often weaving in intricate arpeggios and a mellow baritone voice. His music blends John Mayer’s groove, The Eagles’ storytelling, and Tom Misch’s sun-drenched funk into catchy choruses—or as he calls them, “theories.”

With immersive narratives and high crowd engagement, he brings a unique energy to the singer-songwriter space. These aren’t just songs—they’re raw, melodic confessions for the daydreamers, loners, and overthinkers.
https://www.instagram.com/deeptheory_/


The Spice of Life is an over 18’s venue .ID will be required if you are asked.


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