CLASH Unveils SXSW London 2026 Stage with Odumodublvck Headlining
CLASH Magazine is returning to SXSW London for a second year, hosting an official stage at Shoreditch's Village Underground on June 4 as part of the 2026 festival programme.
The Headliner
Topping the bill is Odumodublvck, the Nigerian multi-hyphenate whose fusion of Afrobeats, drill, and hip-hop has made him one of West Africa's most distinctive exports. His debut album Industry Machine landed late last year to critical acclaim, and his extrovert live performances have built a reputation for turning any room into a celebration.
The Undercard
Joining Odumodublvck is a lineup spotlighting emerging UK and international talent:
- Kibo — Harrow-raised UK rap riser who built his following through cult online radio series Victory Lap freestyles and recently sold out his debut London headline show. His sound blends nostalgic 90s rap references with arrestingly original production choices.
- PS Hitsquad — Peckham rapper whose versatility has drawn admiration from across the UK scene, at one point even using a post-punk song as the foundation for a beat. His debut album Free On License arrives this summer.
- Takara — Australian-born, LA-based artist whose summer-fresh sound draws from R&B, amapiano, and soulful pop. She opens the stage with what's expected to be a packed-out early set.
SXSW London 2026 Context
The CLASH stage is one of several independently curated showcases across SXSW London 2026 (June 1–6), with Village Underground serving as a key music hub in the Shoreditch cluster. Other announced showcases include the Huck Magazine co-curated event on June 5 featuring South London post-punk band shame.
SXSW London returns for its second year with 300+ conference sessions, 200+ music artists, 100 screenings, and more than 800 speakers across Truman Brewery venues.