Universal Groove Festival: Local Voices, Global Rhythm
Music has a way of bringing people together, crossing borders, cultures and generations.
Refugee Support Group and World Groove invite you to Universal Groove Festival, an evening of live music, community and celebration featuring an exciting line-up of local artists and performers.
From soulful melodies and global rhythms to vibrant live performances, join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the diversity and creativity of our community.
🎤 Featuring: Kah’Nya, Chïlö, Fungai Gahadzikwa, Harmonic Motion, DeepSonic and more.
📅 Event Details
🗓️ Date: Saturday, 7th November 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Main Hall, RISC
🏠 Address: 35–39 London Street, Reading, RG1 4PS
🍹 Bar: A bar will be available on the night, provided by Refugee Support Group.
🎟️ Tickets: Standard tickets are £7 and can be purchased online or at the door.
For more information, contact fundraising@rrsg.org.uk.
🎤 Kah’Nya
Kah’Nya is a Zimbabwean-born singer-songwriter and self-described “lyrical architect.” Her music blends alternative pop, R&B and Southern African influences, creating a distinctive sound rooted in storytelling.
Drawing on themes of identity, relationships and diaspora, Kah’Nya weaves English and Ndebele into music that moves between intimate songwriting and vibrant, rhythm-led production.
Follow Kah’Nya:
📸 Instagram: Kah Nya Music
🎵 TikTok: Kah Nya Music
🎤 Chïlö
Chïlö is an emerging artist whose soulful melodies carry messages of strength, hope and self-belief.
Rooted in her journey as a mother, advocate and storyteller, her music brings together African influences and contemporary global sounds. Through her lyrics and infectious energy, Chïlö encourages listeners to stand tall, embrace their journey and believe that the time is now.
Follow Chïlö:
📸 Instagram: Chilo Music
🎵 TikTok: Chilo Music
🎤 Harmonic Motion
Peter Doyle – Harmonic Motion
Peter Doyle is a Reading-based guitarist, composer and musician with 40 years of experience. Performing under the artist name Harmonic Motion, he creates atmospheric instrumental music inspired by artwork, museum collections and meaningful moments in life.
His live performances combine guitar looping and ambient semi-modular synthesis, creating unique, improvised musical experiences that unfold in the moment.
A passionate contributor to the Reading community, Peter was named Pride of Reading Local Hero 2025 in recognition of his charity and community work. He has also founded numerous music projects across Reading and the UK.
🌐 Find out more: www.peterdoylemusic.com
DeepSonics – Paul Raymond
DeepSonics is a musician, producer and DJ with a passion for telling a story with organic grooves and live instrumentals. His influences range from jazz and afrobeat to house, UKG and jungle. His latest project is Bonnie’s Brew, a musical journey of deep live grooves in collaboration with London-based DJ Tydes.
Follow Deepsonic:
📸 Instagram: DeepSonics
🎶 More Performers Coming Soon
Meet the rest of our exciting line-up, including Fungai Gahadzikwa and more.
One stage. Different voices. Global rhythms. One community.
Come and experience the music, meet new people and celebrate the incredible talent within our community.
