Rū Kai + Sandhouse

A double header of raw indie, grunge and shoegaze 

Rū Kai

After years of touring and recording across diverse musical worlds, London guitarist Tal Janes found himself at a crossroads in 2025. Being confronted with a profound call for renewal, he expanded his world into nature, community and history whilst simultaneously re-connecting with the grunge and post-punk sounds from his youth.

Discovering his voice for the first time during this period, a new set of heavy and stripped back songs emerged, all with a more honest, raw and urgent sound. Cementing this new identity, ‘RūKai’ was born.With a new band of collaborators behind him including drummer Jamie Houghton (Tom Misch/AlfaMist) and bassist Daisy George (Naomi Scott/Tom Ford), the debut EP ‘Reverence’ from RūKai isset for release in late 2026

Sandhouse

Sandhouse, the London-based duo consisting of Anna and Caspar, has been steadily capturing attention with their captivating blend of ’60s psychedelia, ’90s alternative rock, and contemporary electronic influences. Emerging from a shared history in a university band back in 2018, Their sound, a rich tapestry woven with overdriven guitars, haunting vocals, and atmospheric production, invites listeners into a world that is both raw and meticulously crafted.