Little South is where the artists come to play - created with the goal of supporting and promoting local DJs and Producers in West Cornwall, UK, who specialize in various genres of dance music. The enthusiastic response from the Cornish nightlife community was overwhelming, allowing Little South to become a crucial platform for local artists seeking exposure at events. As time went on, our reach expanded beyond Cornwall and encompassed artists and events from across the entire South West of England, UK. One of our defining features has been the opportunity to showcase DJ mixes through our podcast series. Since our establishment, we have actively published podcast mixes from some of the most talented DJs in the South West. These mixes serve as a testament to the exceptional skills and creativity of our region's DJs, providing a platform for them to showcase their talent to a wider audience.

At Little South, we have a strong commitment to nurturing nightlife and live music events. A crucial aspect of our work is event promotion, which we prioritize and strive to excel at. Our dedicated team actively seeks out localized, independent music events to showcase and promote. Additionally, we proudly provide a platform for major events happening throughout the South West region, including specialist music festivals and large capacity live music events. By actively supporting and promoting these events, we aim to contribute to a thriving music scene and ensure that both local artists and established acts receive the recognition they deserve.

The Little South pages serve as a platform for emerging musical talent in the South West of England. Our goal is to encourage, foster relationships, and provide opportunities for new artists to showcase their sounds and events. We support DJs, Producers, and Vocalists of all genres within the electronic music landscape. If you are interested in being featured on our pages, we warmly welcome your expressions of interest.

Sonar Presents Drakes Island

24th & 25th August 2024

Drakes Island, Plymouth

Sonar, the renowned electronic music collective, is making waves as they gear up to host a one-of-a-kind dance music extravaganza on Plymouth's Drakes Island. Scheduled to unfold over the weekend of 24th and 25th August 2024, this event promises an unforgettable experience for attendees. With the iconic island garrison providing a stunning backdrop, the Sonar DJ residents will be twining together house beats, creating an electric atmosphere that merges the beauty of the historic surroundings with the pulsing energy of cutting-edge house music. Get ready to immerse yourself in a dynamic fusion of musical talent and scenic charm as Sonar's takeover of this unique garrison location sets the stage for an unparalleled house music party like no other.

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What the organisers say

SONAR PRESENTS D*ISLAND

A Historic Music Event on Drakes Island!

We are thrilled to announce that on 24th & 25th August 2024, we will be hosting the first-ever music event on the iconic Drakes Island! This is an event like no other, and we have been working tirelessly to make it happen.

Experience the Adventure:

Board the Ferry: Your journey begins at the Mayflower Steps.
Cross Plymouth Sound: Enjoy a scenic trip to Drakes Island.
7-Hour Music Extravaganza: Immerse yourself in an unforgettable event with full Sonar production.

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Ticket price is £99 per day - This includes:

Your Return Ferry Trip
Five Drink Tokens
Most Importantly, a Seven Hour Event on D*Island.

We offer PayPal in 3 as a payment option for added convenience.

There will be a paid bar available once you have used all your tokens.

TICKETS LIMITED TO 200 A DAY

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Editorial Team • 2 July 2024

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