Seaton is preparing for a vibrant cultural revival this summer as the East Devon Soul Festival arrives with an eclectic mix of music, community involvement, and a strong commitment to sustainability. The new festival aims to energise the often-overlooked seaside town, turning its underused venues into hubs of creativity and celebration.
The inaugural event brings together local talent, national artists, and community groups across a broad spectrum of genres-from jazz and soul to electronica, ska, surf rock, and drum and bass. Organisers say the driving force behind the festival is simple: to bring soul back into Seaton.
The festival's programming champions inclusivity, with an emphasis on emerging artists and acts featuring female and non-binary musicians. Music lovers can expect a blend of jazz, funk, soul, surf rock, electronic live sets, and global street music.
Headline names and featured performers across venues include:
- Dr Meaker
- The Egg
- Kaya Fyah
- Kayla Painter
- David Kayode
- The Guns of Navarone
- Rising jazz artists from world famous jazz agency Tomorrow's Warriors - Sula and Ankora
- Local musicians from B Sharp
- Brass bands, samba groups, and acapella ensembles
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Published in: Express & Echo, Mid Devon Gazette, Torquay Herald Express, North Devon Journal.
Published from: March 25, 2026.
Region: Seaton
