Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions in July, Monthly Music

Gibson Garage London

LONDON, UK. As it continues to celebrate over 130 years of music history, Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand is inviting music fans are invited to stop in and discover a vast array of young talent performing live this month at the Gibson Garage London including Liam Mera Kai and Amy May.

All Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions performances are live, free, and open to the public from the state-of-the-art stage located on the lower level of the Gibson Garage London. The ultimate music experience, the Gibson Garage London marks the first Gibson flagship store outside of the U.S. and is located at 61-62 Eastcastle St, London, UK just off Oxford Street.

A vibrant addition to the London music community, the Gibson Garage London features a live stage with regular music performances, special events, and album release parties from both emerging and established artists for music fans to enjoy. Every month there are new events and shows to experience inside the Gibson Garage.

Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions are a partnership between the Gibson Garage and Busk In London—the London-based busking programme, launched by the Mayor of London and managed by Found in Music–which is the city’s leading programme supporting the music, live performances and careers of buskers. Every month, the Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions showcase artists who perform their music on celebrated Gibson acoustics which are all handcrafted by the expert luthiers at Gibson’s acoustic craftory in Bozeman, Montana. The Gibson Garage London flagship store also features a special, dedicated Acoustic guitar room with one of the largest displays of storied Gibson Acoustic guitars throughout the entire UK, as well as a special area for Epiphone acoustics including the premium and popular Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom guitars.

For the latest schedule of events at the Gibson Garage London, follow @GibsonGuitarUK on Instagram.

GIBSON GARAGE LONDON ACOUSTIC SESSIONS:

LIAM MERA KAI (Busk in London)

TUESDAY, JULY 15

5:30-6:00

Liam Mera Kai

Born and raised in South London, singer-songwriter/rapper Liam Mera Kai is turning heads with his blend of empowering, earnest offerings, evident in his recent singles “The View,” and “wishbone” as well as his just released debut EP it’s fine once you’re in. BBC Introducing and Wonderland have featured his new single “I WANDER.”

Liam delivers thought-provoking lyricism across a blend of genres, the UK artist struggled to categorise his sound, drawing influences from the authenticity of Loyle Carner, the experimentation of Bakar and the soulfulness of Paolo Nutini, among others. With an approach to songwriting that surpasses his young age, Liam delivers a fusion of alt hip-hop, neo-soul and alt R&B, occasionally layered with elements of UK dance and garage. Weaving jazzy, UK hip-hop beats, introspective rhymes and impressive vocals, this South London newcomer proves he’s just as comfortable spitting bars as he is singing. Often fusing a laidback sound with uncomfortable themes, the young artist plans to evolve his music alongside his experiences. Certain subjects run deep in Liam’s music, with expressions of love, admiration, overthinking, and doubt being common themes. Whether addressing excitement, confusion or pain, the artist attempts to provide one major consistency: relatability. With a steady string of new releases planned for the future and a unique approach blending genres and tackling introspective subject matter, the rising rapper is poised to make a fresh impression on the music scene.

Listen to it’s fine once you’re in, the debut EP from Liam Mera Kai HERE.

Catch Liam Mera Kai’s acoustic performance at the Gibson Garage London on Tuesday, July 15.

AMY MAY

THURSDAY, JULY 24

2:00 – 2:30

Amy May

British singer and songwriter Amy May’s raw, heartfelt lyrics, powerful vocals and stirring melodies have gained her a loyal fanbase, expanded further by her songs being regularly featured in hit TV shows, documentaries, and feature films.

Catch Amy May’s acoustic performance at the Gibson Garage London on Thursday, July 24.

Listen to music from Amy May HERE.

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Above: the Gibson Acoustic guitar room inside the Gibson Garage London.
With a rich history of craftsmanship and innovation, Gibson has become synonymous with music culture. A vibrant and immersive music destination, the Gibson Garage London marks the first Gibson flagship store outside of the U.S. and follows the successful opening of the Gibson Garage Nashville. The Gibson Garage London is in the heart of historic London and is the ultimate guitar experience and destination for music lovers across the globe and the place to explore the music history of Gibson which spans over 130 years.

At the Gibson Garage London, music lovers are encouraged to plug in and play more than 300 electric and acoustic guitars. The Gibson Garage London features a special, dedicated Acoustic guitar room with one of the largest displays of Gibson Acoustic guitars in the entire UK, as well as areas for Epiphone electric, acoustic and bass guitars, and the biggest display of Kramer guitars in the UK. At the Garage, fans are welcome to pick up and play all things Gibson, Epiphone, Kramer, MESA/Boogie, Gibson Amplifiers, Maestro pedals, and enjoy a massive display of exclusive Gibson apparel, gifts, and lifestyle items, as well as gear and accessories.

Buying a guitar is a personal experience, with the most discerning customers appreciating a personalized guitar tailored to their specific needs and preferences. Step into the world of Gibson’s Made-to-Measure program, available only at the Gibson Garage London and the Gibson Garage Nashville. Make an appointment with one of our Garage Pro’s to build your dream guitar, using one of our iconic Gibson models as a starting point. The journey continues by selecting your top from our Wood Library, identifying your ideal neck shape and size and ends with picking your color, pick-ups, hardware and Gibson Custom Murphy Lab aging. Let the artisans of the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee – who create the world’s most desirable electric guitars – handcraft your dream guitar. Book a private appointment at the Gibson Garage London, call +44 20 4570 5400, or visit HERE, and for the Gibson Garage Nashville, call +1 (615) 933-6000, or visit HERE.

Above: the Wood Library in the Made-to-Measure room inside the Gibson Garage London allows patrons to select their own unique guitar top.
Whether you are a seasoned professional musician, a casual guitar player, a beginner, or simply a music fan, the Gibson Garage London is a must-see music destination in London.

The Gibson Garage London is located at 61-62 Eastcastle St, London, UK (one block from Oxford Street) and is open daily Monday – Friday from 11:00-7:00 pm, Saturday 10:00-7.00 pm and from 12:00-6:00 pm on Sunday. For the latest news and updates on the Gibson Garage London, follow @GibsonGuitarUK on Instagram, or visit https://gibson.com/garage-london.

Gibson Garage London
61-62 Eastcastle Street
London, UK
W1W 8NQ
(one block from Oxford Street)

Mon-Fri 11am-7pm
Sat 10am-7pm
Sun 12-6pm

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