Acclaimed hip hop group with 15 million YouTube views coming to Ipswich this Saturday

Why it matters: The event on Saturday, 1 March 2025, will bring one of the UK's most successful independent hip hop acts to Ipswich, featuring their signature jazz-influenced boom bap sound and a full 8-piece live band.

The big picture: The Mouse Outfit has released three studio albums independently, including 'Jagged Tooth Crook' in 2018, and has amassed over 15 million views on their YouTube channel.

The details:

• The performance will be fronted by MCs Koj and Ayite, with support from Sleep's Cousin & Lieu

• The show is presented by Brighten The Corners and will run from 19:30 to 23:00 at St Stephen's Church

• Tickets are priced at £16.50 plus booking fee

For context: The Manchester-based collective's debut album 'Escape Music' catapulted them to national prominence, leading to performances at major festivals worldwide.

Subsequent releases including 'Step Steadier' and a remix album in 2016 further solidified their international acclaim.

What to look out for: The 2024 tour features DJ sets and soundsystem gigs alongside full band performances, with a rotating lineup of special guests at selected locations.

The bottom line: This performance offers Ipswich music fans a rare opportunity to experience a critically acclaimed hip hop collective known for their dynamic live shows and collaborative approach. Book your tickets here.

Brighten the Corners

Brighten the Corners runs a diverse live music programme, training and education opportunities across three venues, and an annual multi-venue festival in Ipswich, Suffolk.