After the success of our last show with Annix, Bou & Dutta, Asylum Events are back and bigger than ever!
We're so proud to be delivering Newcastle debuts to grime star Kamakaze, as well as bassline DJ Dr Oscillator for one of the most energetc, electric nights Newcastle has had in a long time!
Kamakaze aka Matt Robinson was born and raised in Leicester, England. The now 24 year old started spitting with friends around the age of 11. His passion for lyricism and willingness to experiment has seen him grow to become a truly exciting and versatile mc.
His debut EP “Royal Blud” with producer Massappeals hit the top 5 in the iTunes HipHop chart, he led Leicester tothe final of Redbull’s ‘Grime a side’, knocking out major cities such as London and Manchester and his ‘Fire In The Booth’ has already raked in over half a million views collectively. His latest EP “Wavey Shirt Wednesday” has seen him reach new heights, receiving radio support for the likes of Annie Mac, Mistajam, Annie Nightingale and DJ Target.
His influences span across a number of genres from Rock to Reggae to Soul but most importantly Hip Hop and
Grime. However it is the British scene that holds the most significance to him and the Artists who have influenced
the shape of British culture and music today, Artists such as Kano, Roots Manuva, Klashnekoff, The Gorillaz, Alex Turner, Skepta, Dizzee Rascal and Wiley.
Dr Oscillator is one of the highest rising DJ's in the scene right now! His unique production style and energy is what has drawn many people to his music, seeing him quickly rise into one of the UK's hottest mixers! This guy is going to be one of the most highly saught after performers in the UK and we could not be prouder to be providing Dr Oscillator with his Newcastle debut!
'Together getting Funds' AKA 'Tees Grime Fam' are a tight knit group of musically minded individuals, coming together to become the flagship forefront of Teeside urban music. Member Blitz, has recently recorded tracks with none other than international grime star 'Eyez' and is one of the loudest names to come out of the North East in recent times. Their energy and chemistry is sure to bring a diverse and raw night to World Headquarters!