City Splash celebrates the impact of Caribbean and African culture in the UK and beyond. The festival, situated in Brockwell Park, London, creates a space for the community to pay homage to pioneering sounds that raised generations and has become the largest one-day Caribbean and African music festival globally, as well as the biggest independent one day festival in London. Today, they announce an incredible second wave of artists for their 2026 lineup, including dancehall icon Aidonia.
Known as the voice of modern dancehall, Aidonia returns to London this May to celebrate two decades of hits, culture, and energy. Aidonia has cemented his place as one of Jamaica’s most electrifying performers, best known for his singles âYeah Yeahâ, âBruck Itâ, âFire Ballâ and âPretty Pleaseâ. This global dancehall icon will be taking the stage at City Splash 2026.
Also new to the roster is a true dancehall superstar, Elephant Man (aka Energy God). Growing up in the Seaview Gardens area of Kingston, Jamaica, Elephant Man was exposed to dancehall culture at an early age. His musical career began with the formation of Scare Dem Crew, where he honed his on-stage persona through performances at various Jamaican festivals. After leaving Scare Dem Crew, Elephant Man launched a successful solo career, blending dancehall with hip-hop influences. His second album, Log On, gained significant attention, leading to collaborations with artists like Busta Rhymes and Mariah Carey. Catch the Energy God at City Splash 2026.
Joining them on the lineup are The Queens of Loverâs Rock, Janet Kay and Carroll Thompson, and the pioneer of the Afro Sexy Afro Future sound,. Plus, Luton-born and raised rapper BXKS, Ciel, known for fusing rap and dancehall, British singer and songwriter Donae’o, unique R&B artist Eric IV, soca musician V’Ghn, the UKâs hottest duo DJ Nate & English Fire, selectors Movie Star Johnny & Andrew Fresh, Brixton-based reggae band Abacush, legendary tastemaker Bryan Gee, official DJ of Kalash Criminel Daddy Chulo, world-class DJ Mexy, powerful reggae artist Empress Ayeola, founder of ‘Girls Can’t DJ Jordss, Smirnoff Back to the Beach winner Kryptic, Nubian Idol, soulful singer Sherii Ven Dyer, London-based artist Sinister Escapone, long-running and influential soundsystem Sovereign Syndicate and Jamaican reggae artist Unstoppable Fyah.
Join City Splash, the home of culture, as it transforms Brockwell Park into a celebration of Caribbean and African music and culture like no other.
Full Line Up:
Beres Hammond
Aidonia, Elephant Man, Gyptian,Â
Jada Kingdom, Queen Ifrica, The Congos, Lutan Fyah,
Jeleel!, Juls, Janet Kay & Carroll Thompson
BXKS, Ciel, Cristale, Donae’o, Eric IV, V’ghn, Wohdee,
Lisa Maffia, Romeo & Dandaman (So Solid Crew)
Bryan Gee, Channel One, Dankie Sounds, DJ Ace, DJ Larni, DJ Nate & English Fire, Heartless Crew, Izzy Bossy, King Original ft Footsie x Sir Spyro x Jah Model x Ras D, Loyal Squad, Movie Star Johnny & Andrew Fresh, Nicky Slimting, Pioneer, Supa D, Coldsteps & Terminal 4, Pure Vibes Ent, Rampage Sound, Ras Kwame, Robbo Ranx, Saxon Sound, Seani B, Sir DJ Corey
Abakush Band, Blacker Dread, Bobo Blackstar, Daddy Child, DJ Mexy, Empress Ayeola, Jada Pink, Jah Youth Roots Ambassador, Jordss, Kryptic, Nubian Idol,  Jahrevelationmuzik Sound, Sherii Ven Deyer, Sinister Eskapone, Sisters In Dub, Sovereign Syndicate, Triple M, Unstoppable Fyah, Vybz-SR
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