Skillibeng to Headline London City Splash’s Indoor Edition

The Jamaican hitmaker Skillibeng leads a star-studded lineup featuring veteran Sister Nancy and Armanii, with the event set for October 25 at London’s Drumsheds and expected to draw 15,000 attendees

Skillibeng returns to City Splash stages (Photo: Haruki

Following their successful May edition in South London, Britain’s finest City Splash Festival has announced a star-studded lineup of artists, DJs, and MCs for its upcoming indoor event. The staging will once again take over London’s Drumsheds venue on Saturday, October 25.

Headlining the show is Jamaican dancehall star Skillibeng, armed with hits such as "Brik Pan Brik" and "Crocodile Teeth." The artist recently dropped his 9-track EP International, featuring standout tracks like "Dada" and "Too Hot" with Ghanaian-American sensation Moliy. Known for exceptional collaborations with global stars like Nicki Minaj and Tyla ("Jump"), which recently earned Gold certification from the RIAA, Skillibeng also appears on Moliy’s crossover banger "Shake It to the Max (Remix)", a track that has likewise qualified for Gold in the U.S. As his musical ascent continues, Skillibeng remains committed to staying humble while pushing the boundaries of dancehall innovation.

Joining the lineup is dancehall artist Armanii, currently making waves with his unique blend of soulful ballads, and the iconic Sister Nancy, whose timeless hit "Bam Bam" remains one of the most definitive and influential songs in dancehall history.

The bill also features homegrown talent, including Ms. Dynamite, fast-rising artist Skeete, and UK rap’s biggest independent name Sneakbo, with more headliners expected to be announced.

Spread across three rooms and surrounded by 15,000 music lovers, City Splash promises an unforgettable celebration of culture, delivering the very best of reggae, dancehall, soca, garage, UK funky, and beyond. The event will also feature an array of food and cultural experiences to complement the high-energy performances.

Drumsheds, a repurposed industrial warehouse with a 15,000 capacity, opened in October 2023 and has quickly become one of London’s most important spaces for large-scale cultural programming.

The May edition of City Splash, held at Brockwell Park in Brixton, featured a massive showcase headlined by dancehall superstar Popcaan, Spice, Valiant, and Teejay, along with reggae artists such as Tarrus Riley and Ras-I. The event even saw Moliy make her debut appearance performing her Billboard hit "Shake It To The Max".