Get ready for a genre-defying night of music as 1lemon and Evan McCarthy take the stage—two rising artists who are reshaping the sound of indie and pop by blending it with raw emotion, alt-rap, lo-fi, and ambient influences. Their set promises a deeply immersive, emotionally-charged experience that resonates with fans of both underground music and melodic mainstream.
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Time: 7.30pm - 11pm
Venue: The Smokehouse, Ipswich
Tickets: £5+bf
Age Restrictions: 14+ (14- 15s must be accompanied by an adult)Accessibility: There is step-free access into the venue and the bar / venue is all on one floor. There is a Changing Places toilet across the courtyard from the venue. Please be aware we are a small venue. For further information, please email info@brightenthecorners.co.uk so we can make your visit as comfortable as possible.
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Get ready for a genre-defying night of music as 1lemon and Evan McCarthy take the stage—two rising artists who are reshaping the sound of indie and pop by blending it with raw emotion, alt-rap, lo-fi, and ambient influences. Their set promises a deeply immersive, emotionally-charged experience that resonates with fans of both underground music and melodic mainstream.
1lemon is a boundary-pushing artist known for fusing indie pop with shoegaze and alternative rock. With emotionally honest lyrics and ambient production, 1lemon’s music feels like late-night journaling turned into sound. Drawing from a wide range of influences—from alt-rock and grunge to SoundCloud-era hip hop—1lemon’s sonic identity is unpredictable yet cohesive. Expect moody beats, layered synths, and vocals that drift between soft melodies and confessional rap verses.
Evan McCarthy brings a more pop-forward but equally sincere approach to the stage. His music is grounded in storytelling, with warm vocals and heartfelt lyrics about love, anxiety, and self-discovery. Inspired by artists like Arctic Monkeys and James Marriott, Evan's work blends bedroom pop with mainstream sensibility—adding in electronic textures, acoustic elements, and soft rock undertones. Whether he’s behind a drum kit, his live presence is genuine and vulnerable, making his performances intimate and memorable.
Together, 1lemon and Evan McCarthy create a dynamic contrast that keeps audiences captivated. On their collaborative track “mood swings,” their musical chemistry shines—1lemon delivers introspective, mood-heavy verses, while Evan provides a melodic, emotionally rich chorus. It’s the kind of track that hits hard but lingers gently, and it sets the tone for what a full live set from this duo feels like.