The Thorn + Minor Dents & DJ Melanie Xulu

The Thorn (formerly Large Plants), are a musical group from London, England who play psych-tinged heavy folk-rock with nods to jazz and soul that wouldn't sound out of place on a Numero compilation of lost early 70's fuzz jams. Initially formed in 2021 to play the solo recordings of founder Jack Sharp (Wolf People), the live band has since grown and changed, developing a life of its own. Joined by bassist Paul Milne (Hanging Stars, Green Seagull), and drummer Itamar Rubinger (Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats), they played many shows supporting the likes of Mudhoney, Chris Cohen and Johnny Echols' Love. In 2025 they were joined by Cambridge singer songwriter Naomi Randall and were able to explore their love of British folk-rock pioneers like Trees, Pentangle, and Fairport Convention. The new name The Thorn was chosen to mark the change whilst acknowledging a continuation of the spirit of the band. Since their metamorphosis they have released two singles, toured the UK with The Besnard Lakes, supported Unknown Mortal Orchestra and are due to play a string of festival dates throughout the summer. Sam GrassieScottish-born fingerstyle guitarist Sam Grassie has received rave reviews for his latest album 'Where Two Hawks Fly' and has supported the likes of Robert Plant and Pentangle."An enthralling depiction of his talents as a guitarist, vocalist, and arranger... the work of someone in full command of their musicality" ClashMinor DentsMinor Dents is a propulsive kosmische trio from Brighton, England, that has quickly carved out a niche in the UK's modern psychedelic and experimental electronic scenes. Frequently drawing comparisons to foundational drone-pop and avant-pop pioneers like Broadcast, Stereolab, and Nico, the group synthesises retro-futuristic motorik beats with hauntingly atmospheric melodies.Melanie Xulu (DJ)Xulu is best known as the founder and editor-in-chief of MOOF Magazine, a critically acclaimed print publication dedicated to keeping the underground press "alive and weird". Her deep, archival crate-digging translates into hypnotic DJ sets that seamlessly weave together acid folk, occult soundtracks, spiritual jazz, global psych, and left-field funk.