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SUMMARY:SOKA FEST
DESCRIPTION:The Reading music community unites for Soka Fest\, a community live music fundraiser celebrating Sophie Sheehan.\nAn all day event showcased at multiple venues throughout Reading town centre\, aiming to raise finds for Reading Pride. \n“Sophie was a much loved member of the community and this is our way pf giving back”  \n• TICKETS ON SALE NOW\n➖ A town-wide live music event honouring Sophie Sheehan➖ Multiple venues across Reading Town Centre hosting performances throughout the day➖ Local Berkshire artists coming together to raise funds in support of Reading Pride \nCelebrating Sophie’s Legacy Through Live Music\nSoka Fest in Reading Town Centre promises to be a heartfelt celebration of the vibrant music scene Sophie Sheehan helped shape. Known for her passion\, personality\, and tireless support of live music\, Sophie left a lasting mark on Reading’s creative community. This upcoming event reflects that spirit\, bringing artists\, venues\, and audiences together in celebration and remembrance. \nVenues: \nThe Butler\,  \nThe Oakford Social Club \nMilk \nThe Boundary \nFrom intimate acoustic spaces to lively social hubs\, each venue showcases a different side of Reading’s live music scene. Moving between venues\, discovering local artists and joining a town-wide celebration makes Soka Fest a unique experience—uniting people\, honouring lives and creating a lasting impact. \nFor more live music check out Berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-events/
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LOCATION:The Butler\, Reading\, 85-91 Chatham St\, Reading\, RG1 7DS
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Original Music
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SUMMARY:SOKA FEST: The Butler\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:SOKA Fest at The Butler brings Reading’s live music community together for an upcoming all-day showcase\, with a packed programme of local performers supporting Reading Pride. \nKey Points \n➖ Nine live acts scheduled at The Butler➖ Music running from early afternoon until late evening➖ Part of SOKA Fest\, celebrating Sophie Sheehan’s legacy➖ The wider event raises money for Reading Pride➖ A community-focused showcase of Berkshire artists \nSOKA Fest at The Butler line-up\n13:00 – 13:45 – Matt KeddieLoop station extraordinaire performing various from Ed Sheeran and many others. \n14:15 – 15:00 – Rice & Beans \n15:30 – 16:15 – One Eyed ManClassic covers and originals performed in unique indie-folk style\, on guitar\, percussion and vocals. \n16:45 – 17:30 – DayDream Collective \n17:30 – 18:15 – Cure Band Simon Windish \n18:30 – 19:15 – Neil PackmanBluesy guitar\, vocals and harmonica. \n19:45 – 20:30 – Make it Disco\nFunky disco remixes of RnB classics\, with live slap bass. \n21:00 – 21:45 – Flint Band \n22:15 – 23:00 – Nicole AllanCountry powerhouse and singer songwriter\, performing a mix of covers and original material. \nSOKA Fest celebrates Sophie Sheehan\, where the community is hosting a town-wide celebration of grassroots live music raising funds for Reading Pride. \nMore about the venue\nThe Butler is one of Reading’s established grassroots music pubs. Known for its welcoming atmosphere\, drinks selection and active music programme\, it regularly gives both local musicians and touring performers a stage. Its well-known open mic also attracts artists from across Berkshire. \nWith nine performances scheduled\, SOKA Fest at The Butler offers audiences a full afternoon and evening of live music while supporting a community-led cause. \nFor more live music check out Berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-events/
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/soka-fest-the-butler-reading/
LOCATION:The Butler\, Reading\, 85-91 Chatham St\, Reading\, RG1 7DS
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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