PARTY IN THE YARD 2025 LINEUP
A special DJ set showcasing The Fab Four like you’ve never heard before!
DJ Chris Arnold takes you on a magical mystery tour of his collection of covers, remixes and tracks
that sampled arguably the greatest band that ever existed – The Beatles. Expect to hear plenty of
Reggae, Ska, Latin, Hip Hop, Dub, Funk, House and even Drum & Bass takes on the wonderful music
created by John, Paul, George & Ringo.
Since its explosive debut in 2022, The Beatles Dub Club has packed out stages at Glastonbury,
Boomtown, Latitude, Isle of Wight, Camp Bestival, Green Man and far beyond.
The show has been championed by Fatboy Slim, who personally invited Chris to perform at his All
Back To Minehead Butlins weekender, and has been tipped by Far Out Magazine as one of
Glastonbury’s “Top 20 Alternative Acts to Watch”.
The Beatles Dub Club has since gone truly international, with acclaimed tours across Europe,
Australia, New Zealand and Bali, while continuing to light up festivals all over the UK & Ireland –
including standout sets supporting UB40, Craig Charles and The Wailers.
“If Sergeant Pepper had been a DJ, this would have been his set…” – Fatboy Slim
“Far from pure novelty, it is a wonderful way to celebrate music in all of its connective guises” –
Far Out Magazine
“Loving it!” – Mary McCartney
“Something so effective, and seemingly obvious, that it feels as if it should have existed for much
longer than its inception just a few years ago” – The Fix Magazine
8pm - 9.30pm
Local favourites, Sophia Syndicate, have delivered unforgettable performances, at Party In The Yard in previous years. The main support for headliners Kosheen, Freestylers and Plump DJ’s, they left the crowd buzzing with excitement. For Party In The Yard 2025, they return to the stage in the guise of a DJ set with Live PA!
Sophia Syndicate, a UK-based hybrid band known for their unique blend of high-energy music and powerful female vocals, have garnered acclaim and recognition across various platforms including BBC Radio 1, BBC TV, Channel 4 TV, BBC 1xtra, and BBC Introducing. Their success includes three Top 10 chart placements (Music Week, Beatport, and Scottish Global), international radio airplay on over 150 stations, and live performances to audiences exceeding 1,000.
With affiliations with Peer Music, Universal Records, Noface Records, Audio Rehab, and High Five Music, Sophia Syndicate has amassed over 1 million digital streams, solidifying their reputation as a force in the music scene.
Steve 'Flash' Collins 7pm - 8pm
Pretty Desperate 6.30pm - 7pm
Sophia Stutchbury 6pm -6.30pm
Sophia Stutchbury is a captivating singer-songwriter hailing from Folkestone, Kent. Known for her distinctive and powerful voice, Sophia’s sound is often compared to iconic artists like Adele, Florence + The Machine, Pink, Dusty Springfield, and Janis Joplin. Imagine the soul of Janis Joplin meeting the grit of Amy Winehouse—it’s a unique blend of raw emotion, groove, and edge that defines her music.
Sophia’s heartfelt songs deliver poignant messages about love, life, and resilience, resonating deeply with her audience. Whether performing an intimate acoustic set or commanding a larger stage, she pours her heart and soul into every note, leaving listeners moved and inspired
Thomas Abrahams 5pm - 6pm
Thomas’ live sets include a vast array of musical styles from many corners of the Earth. An Architect of sound who industriously layers live samples of his Voice and Guitar along to the beat of the Drum.
Highlights include his one of a kind arrangements of Balearic Dance Anthems, East European melodies and virtuosic Spanish Guitar favourites.
“Thomas performed on our acoustic stage at the Blue Reef Festival, to say he went down a storm is an understatement. His unique style and choice of tunes from his massively eclectic repertoire kept the whole crowd captivated and dancing through his entire set, and he got the biggest cheer of the whole weekend.”
John Wingate, Blue Reef Festival
“Thomas Abrahams deserves all the accolades he receives – a virtuoso guitarist who is also a mesmerising performer who completely involves his audience and showcases a breathtaking range of genres and styles.”
Jo Tuffs, Broadstairs Folk Week
