FOR ARTISTS WHO THINK LIKE ACTIVISTS.
We create space to nurture creative careers and social action, worldwide.
A creative agency that lead educational workshops
and produce events that change lives.
We are the soundtrack of change.
OUR PARTNERS & CLIENTS
WE KNOW IT’S NOT EASY…
We know its not easy designing a workshop programme. Or producing events. Especially when you’ve got your organisation to run.
Luckily, that’s where we come in.
Since 2009, Lyrix Organix have built an ecosystem that combines expertise with an unrivalled network of industry partners.
Some of our young creatives have become the biggest pop stars on the planet. Others have become community leaders at the frontline of national revolutions.
Most have simply nurtured their talent, unlocked their confidence and grown their industry career with Lyrix Organix.
Whether its booking the right facilitator, the perfect young artist or the ideal venue - we’ve got you covered. With a smile.
"Consistently brilliant." - ★★★★★ | "Hard work, kindness and ingenuity." - ★★★★★ | "An essential part of the cultural ecosystem." - ★★★★★ |
"Consistently brilliant." - ★★★★★ | "Hard work, kindness and ingenuity." - ★★★★★ | "An essential part of the cultural ecosystem." - ★★★★★ |
"Inexhaustible supply of top class spoken word artists." - ★★★★★ | "Always programmes line ups of all the people you should be listening to." - ★★★★★ | "Always a pleasure to work with." - ★★★★ |
"Inexhaustible supply of top class spoken word artists." - ★★★★★ | "Always programmes line ups of all the people you should be listening to." - ★★★★★ | "Always a pleasure to work with." - ★★★★ |
BOOK AN ARTIST
Looking for that magic touch? We find those rare gems so you don’t have to.
From community events to major festival stages, we have 15 years expertise in finding the perfect artist for your show. We have a carefully curated roster of artists to suit all budgets, tailored for your event.
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We proudly thrive on the fringes of the ‘music industry’. Which means your event is supporting independent, young talent of the highest quality
From pin-drop moments to knees-up live bands, we have a unique roster that specialises in:
spoken word, hip hop/rap, acoustic, soul, contemporary jazz
we also work with DJ’s, producers, electronic and international musicians
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Whether its a one-off event or a festival programme, we work closely with you to ensure your stage shines brightest.
This normally involves a short kick off meeting to discuss your ‘sound’, themes and vision. We then propose a number of artist options for you to choose from.
We charge a small commission in addition to the artist fee.
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We have proudly built a community of artists cherry-picked from our workshops and festival stages who are:
diverse and inclusive
from marginalised backgrounds
have lived experience of important issues (e.g. migration & refugees, LGBTQI+, homelessness, mental health etc)
Lyrix Organix artists regularly perform at Glastonbury Festival and around the world. Make your stage a place of discovery.
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Live bands for festivals (CLIENTS: Glastonbury, Wilderness, Lovebox)
South Asian poets for community stages (CLIENT: London Borough of Newham)
Programmed Glastonbury’s first gender-balanced line-up (CLIENT: Rum Shack)
Industry legends for talks (CLIENTS: Youth Music, Central School of Speech & Drama)
BOOK A WORKSHOP
We specialise in creative industry workshops - tailored for all ages and levels of experience. From pre-school to higher education, community venues to corporate away days.
We can work closely with you to explore important themes and outcomes. Or simply find you the perfect facilitator or venue.
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Industry workshops include: entrepreneurship, leadership, event management, live streaming, social media & marketing, facilitation, community action.
Creative Workshops include: storytelling, spoken word, creative writing, music production, beatbox, songwriting, visual art & media.
Our workshops are inclusive, empowering and most of all… plenty of fun! We specialise in intersectional workshops - taking multiple themes and combining them into a seamless workshop.
We can provide a full 360 ‘end-to-end’ service or simply support in areas you need.
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Whether its a one-off workshop or a year-long programme, we work with you at every stage to make sure you’re getting exactly what you imagined… and then some.
This normally involves a short kick off meeting to discuss your ideas, themes and desired outcomes. We then design and budget a bespoke workshop(s).
With over 15 years expertise you’re in safe hands.
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Book UK’s leading creative facilitators. Top of their game, highly experienced, diverse and DBS-checked.
With a depth and range of lived experience and expertise including:
social leadership, community action, climate action, event management, festivals.
spoken word/poetry, songwriting, music production, beatbox, theatre & performance
LGBTQIA+, homelessness, marginalised communities
entrepreneurship, freelance skills, grant-funding
We can find you the perfect tutor for your workshop, and ensure a smooth and reliable process.
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We specialise in telling complex stories and messages through artistic collaborations and intersectional workshops. For example:
Climate action & community leadership (CLIENT: British Council)
Spoken word & illustration (CLIENT: House of Illustration)
Music, theatre & homelessness (CLIENT: Cardboard Citizens)
Hip Hop, environmental sustainability & the Orange Economy (Venezuela - CLIENT: Cultura Circular x British Council)
EVENT MANAGEMENT
We know a thing or two about building the perfect event. We even teach the next generation how to do it.
Lyrix Organix have cultivated 15 years of unforgettable bespoke shows from Glastonbury Festival to community spaces. Online and in real life.
We specialise in closing the gap on-stage and backstage with workshops and opportunities for young producers.
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We build unforgettable online and in-person event experiences. All our shows are led by young creatives we have incubated, trained and employed. Your event directly supports the next generation.
Our line-ups have unearthed some of the biggest stars in the world.
We have trained event production teams from Cuba to Ukraine. There is nothing like a Lyrix Organix show. If you know, you know.
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Lyrix Organix can support a range of event production services:
on-the-job training programmes for emerging event producers
bridging the gap between events and workshops
event programming
stage management & technical crew
marketing & promo consultancy
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Venue programming & stage management (CLIENT: Glastonbury Festival)
Event management programmes culminating in youth-led events (CLIENT: Dalston Roof Park, Youth Music)
Spoken word & talks with industry legends (CLIENT: Royal Albert Hall)
Symposium/festival (CLIENT: Woodland Trust)
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Ready to take your online event to the next level? During lockdown we became industry experts in live stream and hybrid events - even training other organisations.
Some Examples:
Online enterprise pitching & award events (CLIENT: Central School of Speech & Drama)
Live stream hybrid gigs (CLIENTS: Youth Music, Union Chapel)
OUR COMMITMENT
We put young creatives, social change and marginalised communities at the heart of our work.
We invest in the next generation of artists, creative entrepreneurs and community leaders - many already are in leading roles across the creative industries.
We direct meaningful change in the industry (and have done since 2009), supporting charities, community programmes and social action - from homeless projects to Glastonbury Festival.
We employ young creatives at the forefront of the industry - on-stage, backstage, in classrooms and in boardrooms.
Read our CASE STUDIES for the stories.
"Inspired, enlightened and entertained" - TEDx | "Fantastically diverse, vibrant, intelligent ★★★★★" - Fringe Guru | "An innovative live experience" - The Metro |
"Inspired, enlightened and entertained" - TEDx | "Fantastically diverse, vibrant, intelligent ★★★★★" - Fringe Guru | "An innovative live experience" - The Metro |
LYRIX—ALUMNI
LYRIX ORGANIX IS MORE THAN A STAGE. WE ARE THE LIVING HERITAGE OF
UK’S WORLD-LEADING SPOKEN WORD, RAP & LIVE MUSIC COMMUNITY.
Our stages have seen legendary performances and talks by:
AKALA ANTHONY ANAXAGOROU ABANDOMAN AYANNA WITTER-JOHNSON THE BEATBOX COLLECTIVE CHE LINGO DEANNA RODGER DIZRAELI D-LOW DOC BROWN ED SHEERAN ENNY FOREIGN BEGGARS GRACE SAVAGE HAK BAKER HOLLIE MCNISH INJA INUA ELLAMS JAKE ISAAC JEHST JORDAN STEPHENS KAE TEMPEST KOJEY RADICAL LOWKEY LEX AMOR MAVERICK SABRE MERCEDES BENSON MICHAEL KIWANUKA MIKE SKINNER (DJ) NATTY SPEAKS REEPS ONE SK SHLOMO SOPHIA THAKUR SPEECH DEBELLE STEAM DOWN COLLECTIVE THE SILHOUETTES PROJECT TELMARY TOBY THOMPSON TY
MEXICO
SUDAN
ETHIOPIA
CUBA
UKRAINE
VENEZUELA
As Seen At
GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL ROUNDHOUSE ROYAL ALBERT HALL SAGE GATESHEAD UNION CHAPEL LOVEBOX BRIGHTON FESTIVAL
TATE BRITAIN LOVEBOX WILDERNESS LOVE SUPREME FABRICA DE ARTE CUBANO ST GEORGE’S BRISTOL LONDON 2012