the Brand New Heavies
Saturday Funkytown Stage Act
Wed 6th – Sun 10th August 2025
Eastnor Castle, Herefordshire

The Brand New Heavies are an acid jazz and alternative hip hop group formed in 1985 in Ealing, West London. Originally an instrumental rare groove group, the Brand New Heavies gained a cult following in the London club scene and soon signed to Cooltempo as acid house replaced rare groove in clubs. Band members The core members of the group are: * Jan Kincaid — born 17 May 1966 in Ealing – drummer / keyboardist * Simon Bartholomew — born 16 October 1965 in Ealing – guitarist * Andrew “Love” Levy — born 20 July 1966 in Ealing – bassist / keyboardist The band has also worked with many vocalists, including N’Dea Davenport, Sideah Garrett, Carleen Anderson, Nicole Russo, and Sy Smith.
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About Lakefest
As one of the premier independent festivals in the UK, Lakefest has bloomed beautifully from its modest roots more than a decade ago. Nestled within the serene valley of the Malvern Hills and spread over the picturesque estate of Eastnor Castle, its location is nothing short of breathtaking. Lakefest radiates a distinct charm and resonates with a strong sense of unity, lively enjoyment, and laid-back ambiance. It stands out as one of the rare festivals that genuinely embraces a ‘family-and-friends’ spirit, ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for all attendees.
See the brand new heavies live at Lakefest 2025
They will be performing live Saturday at Lakefest 2025 6-10th August 2025. Don’t miss out and get tickets now!