SUMMER BY THE RIVER: BEYOND FOOD

Changing lives is on the menu.

Beyond Food Foundation presents a night of live music to raise awareness of its pioneering work harnessing the power of food to restore unravelled lives.

MATILDA GRACE

Matilda Grace is a 20 year old singer from London who has released her fierce debut single "not your ex yet.." which not only got long listed for Glastonbury's Emerging Talent competition but played on New York live radio!!

Matilda Grace is not your average up-and-comer. She’s sharp, emotional, and refreshingly unfiltered, an artist who turns messy feelings into music that is relatable and honest. Her music hits that perfect sweet spot between catchy pop-rock and cutting, sassy lyrics.

SLEEPING TOGETHER

Making noise across the North and beyond, Sleeping Together are one of This Feeling’s Big in 2025 picks for Merseyside — and with good reason. The Manchester/Liverpool indie rock outfit have earned a loyal following with their electrifying live shows, sharp songwriting, and a fresh spin on early 2000s indie.

Hot off nationwide gigs with Casey Lowry, The Lottery Winners and The Royston Club, they bring their anthemic energy to Summer By The River, ready to turn heads and win hearts.

Described by Louder Than War as “serial producers of fine indie rock/pop,” Sleeping Together blend nostalgic guitar hooks with modern grit and emotional punch — think Bloc Party meets The 1975 with a DIY edge. With growing buzz and a breakout year ahead, this is a band you’ll want to say you saw first.

CRUSHING DOLLS

CRUSHING DOLLS are a indie/grunge band from south east London delivering hard hitting tunes and high energy to all their shows. CRUSHING DOLLS' style leaves catchy melodies stuck in your mind whilst getting you moving.

ABOUT BEYOND FOOD

Beyond Food Foundation is a grassroots charity based in London Bridge. It has its own social enterprise restaurant, the Brigade Bar + Kitchen.

In our crumbling society, we all need compassion. The mental health crisis, affects and hurts us all. When life unravels, we all feel pain. Beyond Food's kitchen-based programs bring purpose back to all. Putting employment back on the menu, they return respect.

Beyond Food is for everyone; because we’ve each had a second chance. At Beyond Food, anyone can cook their heart out, sharing the honour.

For 20 years, they've been helping many see beyond their situations. Founded and led by chefs, they impart the respect of the kitchen. Introduced by referral partners, their skilled leaders support those at the margins. More than 2,500 people have participated in FreshLife and 86% remain in work 12 months on.

Experience amazing music and get the chance to learn about, support and donate to support their pioneering work.

Location: The Scoop

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