Sam Redmore & J-Felix (DJ set) @ The Magic Garden
May 1 @ 9:00 pm - May 2 @ 2:00 am
A hugely respected DJ in his hometown of Birmingham and long-standing resident at seminal club nights including Leftfoot and Magic Door, Sam Redmore has built a formidable reputation as one of the UK’s most exciting and versatile selectors and producers.
He truly broke onto the UK music scene in 2022 with the release of his debut album “Universal Vibrations” – a vibrant, wide-ranging collection of global grooves and eclectic dancefloor heaters capable of igniting any party. Redmore built on that momentum in October 2025 with the release of his second album “Modulate” – a dancefloor-focused record that blends electronic and programmed elements with rich live instrumentation. The album features collaborations with internationally esteemed artists including Dele Sosimi and Abdominal, as well as the track “Pride,” originally commissioned as the theme music for Joe Lycett’s stand-up show.
Beyond radio, Sam has cultivated a huge and highly engaged online following, regularly sharing selections and insights that showcase both his DJ skills and his deep-rooted love and knowledge of music – spanning funk, disco, house and broken beat through to afrobeat, cumbia, salsa and samba. These wide-ranging influences are central to Sam’s identity as both producer and DJ. Whether delivering an all-night-long journey that transcends genres or a tightly focused set packed with the choicest disco, house and broken beat cuts, Redmore has the taste, technical skill and musical intuition to move any dancefloor.
Bristol-born and Brighton-based, J-Felix is a producer, musician and DJ whose music sits at the crossroads of Modern Funk, Soul, Jazz and Hip-Hop with touches of Electronic production. His debut album 101 Reasons (Tru Thoughts) introduced his forward-thinking sound, followed by the acclaimed The Runaway EP and sophomore LP Whole Again Hooligan, along with a series of singles and remixes. These releases earned him support slots for legends such as George Clinton, Roy Ayers, and Soul II Soul.
Continuing to push things forward J-Felix launched his own imprint with THE MiNT EXPERiMENT Vol. 1 & 2 and the follow-up single, Love Come Down, both receiving critical praise, national radio support from BBC 1Xtra, Radio 1, and BBC 6 Music, and placements on high-profile DSP playlists. A seasoned live performer, J-Felix has toured the UK with his band The Extended Family, selling out shows and bringing his vibrant fusion of groove and improvisation to stages across the UK. As a DJ, he’s appeared internationally at festivals including Glastonbury, We Out Here, Love Supreme, Soundwave, and Nova Batida.
Widely supported by tastemakers such as Jamz Supernova, Gilles Peterson, Julie Adenuga, Huey Morgan, and FIP Radio, J-Felix continues to build a growing legacy as both a producer and musician. His studio playing spans on music from a diverse roster of artists including Ibibio Sound Machine, Harleighblu, Mahalia, Swindle, Kojey Radical, and Róisín Murphy, while his remix credits include Hot 8 Brass Band, Werkha, Lakuta, and Amp Fiddler. On his own records, he’s worked with artists like Byron The Aquarius, Andrew Ashong, El Train and BODUR, extending his musical world through soulful collaborations and genre-blending creativity. As a guitarist, J-Felix has also toured extensively with Alice Russell and joined Swindle on the No More Normal tour.