Afropunk’s mantra, “Power to the Party” is a major message all festivals have including last weekend’s Lovebox in Victoria Park, London. Messages like these go against ignorance, celebrates equality, and freedom:

encompassing education, political awareness and self-empowerment. Respect, breaking down stereotypes, and celebrating individuality are key to the AFROPUNK ethos, and it’s a ‘safe space / no hate’ zone for creativity. London’s first edition will welcome souls from all cultures and backgrounds for a day of positive energy and next-level entertainment.

The below acts have been announced and will join in with the Power to the Party spirit as it is explained:

Power to the Party means trusting the friction, the transference of great capacity to the free spirit, belief in the high-heeled spark of the assembly, and the group mind’s ability to choose a glorious path. This isn’t about getting elected, or being protected; it’s about staking a claim. Join the party and feel its power.

Grace Jones
Laura Mvula
WORD SOUND POWER feat Akala, B.A.D/Dreadzone & Don Letts
SZA
Kwabs
Benjamin Booker
The Noisettes
Loyle Carner
Goldlink
NTS Radio
Soulection
Joe Kay
The Whooligan
Hannah Faith
Eden Hagos
MNEK
Lady Leshurr
GAIKA
Ho99o9
Skinny Girl Diet
Jorja Smith
Purple Ferdinand
Big Joanie
Youth Man
Nova Twins
Vodun
The Connectors
Mikel Ameen
+ much more TBA

Afropunk takes place at Alexandra Palace on Saturday, September 24. As well as the above music, Afropunk offers many other activities: Spinthrift Market offers a variety of crafts in a boutique style market including African art and textiles. Bites & Beats includes pop-up style restaurants and cultural eats from around the world. Art & Times is an aesthetic exhibition across the entire festival ground, including murals.

Originally a Brooklyn festival, Afropunk brings this multicultural festival to Europe, including Paris and the eclectic line up in London on September 24.Read more about Afropunk, here.