Get ready for an afternoon packed with live music as Jamming Station's young artists take over the stage at Things Happen Here for the Growing Louder Festival.

Bringing together bands and performers from our Tuesday and Wednesday programmes, this showcase celebrates the hard work and imagination of musicians aged 10 to 16 (also see our evening Senior 15yrs+ showcase too). Original songs sit alongside well loved covers, giving every band the chance to put its own stamp on the performance and share what has been built over the term.

No two sets are the same: some will deliver soaring indie melodies, others will turn up the volume with rock anthems, while many bring unexpected twists and influences of their own. It's a brilliant opportunity to discover local talent, support young artists and enjoy an afternoon of live music created with genuine passion.

SHOWCASE SCHEDULE

1: TUESDAY GROUPS (Ages 10 to 14)
Doors: 12:30pm
Show starts: 1:00pm

2: WEDNESDAY GROUPS (Ages 13 to 16)
Doors: 3:15pm
Show starts: 3:45pm

Whether you're cheering on a family member or simply looking for a great local gig, we'd love to see you there. Every ticket helps create opportunities for young musicians to perform on a professional stage and continue developing their skills in front of a live audience.

3. SENIOR SHOWCASE (Ages 15-19)
Sunday 5 July | Doors 7:00pm | Live from 7:30pm
***Content Advisory
This performance contains some explicit language and mature themes within song lyrics. Recommended for ages 15+. Younger audience members should attend at the discretion of a parent or carer.

An unforgettable night of music from the next generation of music.

Jamming Station’s Growing (Even) Louder Festival is a standalone live event celebrating the ambition, creativity and talent of our 15-19-year-old musicians. Taking to the stage with a set packed full of original material and covers you’ll recognise straight away, these emerging artists deliver a powerful mix of grunge, alternative rock, hard rock and metal-inspired sounds, combining raw energy with impressive musicianship and fearless songwriting.

Every song represents months of collaboration, rehearsal and artistic development. This is youth music at its most authentic - young people creating, performing and sharing work that they’ve made entirely their own.

Whether you're a fan of heavy music, passionate about supporting local talent or simply looking for an exciting night of live performance, this showcase promises soaring guitars, huge riffs, unforgettable moments and a glimpse into the future of music.

By coming along, you're supporting young musicians as they develop confidence, find their creative voice and take their place on the local live music stage.