Skepta and Kerri Chandler to Headline New Venue 77’s Opening Weekend

Following last week’s news on the launch of new music venue 77, the highly anticipated headliners for the opening weekend have now been announced; kicking off with two undeniable icons, Kerri Chandler & Skepta will both headline a night for the opening weekend.

Hidden beneath Marylebone’s The BoTree, 77 is a high-spec space purpose-built for both electronic and live music. Friday, 26 September will mark the venue’s first evening with its doors open to the public, with New Jersey deep house pioneer Kerri Chandler headlining. The American has long been shaping the sound with his famously punchy kicks and soul-infused records that always come from the heart, with support from Puerto Rico-born DJ Daisybelle, whose groovy, soulful sets draw on disco, funk, Latin, Balearic, and house influences.

On Saturday, 27 September, legendary grime pioneer, Más Tiempo boss and founding Boy Better Know member Skepta steps up for one of his eclectic DJ sets. The three-time Brit Awards nominee is a fearless selector who mixes up all forms of house, garage, bass, and plenty of in-between sounds that tap into a rich lineage of party-starting UK sound, with support from tech house DJ Meeshy, a rising name in London’s scene known for her energetic, groove-driven sets, and OSSIE, the London based artist and DJ whose forward-thinking productions have landed on crucial imprints like Hyperdub, Madhouse, Exploited and Brownswood, making him a fixture of cutting-edge electronic music.

Eniz Hilmi, Director of Music, says: “We’ve designed 77 to deliver the same world-class production experience you’d expect from a huge venue, whilst ensuring the connection between the artist and the audience is at the forefront. Our focus is on creating a one-of-a-kind experience where both DJs and live acts can truly connect with the crowd. That’s why we’re thrilled to be welcoming Skepta and Kerri Chandler for our opening weekend – two artists who embody everything we stand for.”

Tickets will be available at ra.co from 12 noon on Wednesday 10 September.