Thousands of people visited the event in Shoreditch to celebrate the best in dance, music, comedy and spoken word.
Whilst navigating a world that increasingly makes visibility difficult for independent artists, Sofar is in a field of its own. Despite being a fairly recent creation, it promises an afternoon of fresh tunes, community celebrations and a way for independent artists to fight for the recognition they deserve.
Many successful musicians, such as Olivia Dean, have their roots in Sofar London, which organises the event.
Early release tickets for this year’s event sold out, indicating a successful market for up-and-coming musicians, so we went to meet one of the organisers and a DJ, Nova, and find out what it means to them and how they are fighting against a lack of representation for smaller artists.
For many of those who enjoy the festival, there is potential for a bright future for the event, and that the fight will not just start in London, but for artists worldwide.
Featured Image by Mia Robinson.