Oh Freedom! Festival Media Showcase – A Soul-Stirring Sneak Peek

The Oh Freedom! Festival media preview at World Heartbeat Concert Hall, Vauxhall, was a powerhouse evening of music, history, and soul food. This exciting new festival, running May 2nd–5th, 2025, will take over four iconic London venues to celebrate gospel, blues, and the inspiring stories behind them.

The night featured stunning performances from the upcoming Amazing Grace Show and Gospel Blues Show. Samantha Antoinette belted out spirituals with raw emotion, while Beverley Skeete—who’s sung with Tina Turner, Elton John, and The Rolling Stones—brought blues to life. With Nicky Brown on keys and Neil Reidman narrating, it was a history lesson that hit you right in the soul.

You can’t have Southern music without Southern food! Enter Red Dog Saloon, serving up melt-in-your-mouth Texas BBQ—from smoky brisket to jackfruit for the plant-based crew. Cold beers in hand, the audience soaked in every note (and bite).

Festival founder Ovie Okenarhe is making history, blending 16 performances, storytelling, and workshops with a mission: celebrating Black musical heritage while funding paid internships for young creatives.

From St John’s Church in Waterloo to St Paul’s in Covent Garden, this isn’t just a festival—it’s a movement. Tickets? On sale now at Spotlight Live UK. Follow Oh Freedom! Festival on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok. Don’t miss it—history, music, and BBQ await!