Rebecca Mileham: Unsung heroines of science
Why was a double Nobel Prize-winning woman originally denied credit for her discoveries?
Who was the medical pioneer whose family thought she shouldn't have a career?
And which Coventry-raised woman unravelled a geological mystery?
Musician and science writer Rebecca Mileham plays a set of new songs exploring unsung heroines from the history of science.

Kimberlxy

KIMBERLXY (Kimberley) a 21-year-old singer songwriter based in Coventry. Infused with Alternative R&B, neo soul and Indie sound and having credits with The Belgrade Theatre, Daimler powerhouse and Godiva Festival, she’s always been one to expand her horizons, wanting to always explore what it means to be an artist and an all in all creative. 

Tim O’Connor

The lead singer and songwriter for London/Coventry indie-rock trio The Way After. Following critical praise and BBC Introducing airplay for the 2025 mini-album Still To Breathe, expect a set of melodic, 60s-inspired indie-folk for fans of Elliott Smith, R.E.M, and the The Beatles. This solo performance will feature stripped-back versions of recent songs and a preview of the band's highly anticipated full-length debut album

Nyotaa Izeidi

NYOTAA (Nyota Izeidi) is a Coventry-based alternative recording artist and founder of independent label Kamona Records. Rooted in R&B, her work incorporates hip hop, electronic production, soul, and alt-rock influences, prioritising emotional depth and sonic experimentation.

Lewis Holmes

Playing last year as part of the duo Nowhere Club, this year we have a solo set from Lewis Holmes, playing his own songs, new and old.  Jingly jangly, twingly twangly folky harmonies with multi-layered melodies and harmonies combining with witty, sometimes political and always heartfelt lyrics. This year he will also be collaborating live with Coventry Poet Laureate Andrea Mbarushimana.

Serena Jasmine

A west-midlands based artist keen to explore her identity and emotions through boundless music.
Her recent project ‘Everlasting’ is an expansive album that deals with the themes of time, honesty, and mortality. The album, which is over 90 minutes long, branches into different parts of the sub-conscious in quite an emotional way as a root of self-exploration with tributes to her South Asian roots and spirituality weaving through.
Championed by Youth Music and BBC Introducing Artist To Watch for 2026, Serena is set to go on quite the journey from which she can reach the summit.

Reign the Girl Band

Reign the Girlband is an acoustic indie-folk duo from Coventry, UK, formed in late 2023 by musicians Siân and Lily. Known for a nuanced, intimate sound featuring guitar and vocals, they have performed at local events like the Leamington Food & Drink Festival and Soul Coventry. Reign The Girl Band cite "..a few different foundations: joy, space for experimentation, respect, friendship, chocolate, and cooking dinner for each other. Oh, and what we hope is some pretty great music".

Tropical Harmony

Tropical Harmony is a musical project known for creating relaxed, reggae-influenced music, featuring heartfelt voices and a warm ocean breeze vibe. Jazz, funk, and soul vibes.