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Void Fest: Music's Marginalized Find Their Stage
6 May
Summary
- Void Fest showcases overlooked artists, offering an inclusive platform.
- The three-day festival runs from May 7-9 at The Lab venue.
- Proceeds will help raise money for the small, 120-capacity venue.
A new music festival, Void Fest, is scheduled to commence this week, offering a dedicated stage for artists frequently overlooked by the mainstream music industry. The inaugural three-day event is slated to take place from Thursday, May 7, to Saturday, May 9, at The Lab, located on Charles Street in Northampton. This festival will feature a lineup of 34 distinct acts.
The initiative behind Void Fest is A Void Collective, a group of musicians committed to establishing a more inclusive environment, particularly for marginalized communities. Co-organiser Alex Botton highlighted the festival's purpose: to provide opportunities for bands that might not typically secure slots at larger festivals. The event also aims to generate financial support for The Lab, a venue with a modest capacity of 120 people.
Musicians like Jordan Jones, frontman of The Keepers, emphasize the challenges of sustaining a career in music, often performing for passion rather than profit. He praised A Void Collective for supporting local, somewhat marginalized bands. Void Fest commences at 19:00 BST on Thursday and continues through Saturday, providing a much-needed platform for diverse talent in Northampton.
