Nestled within Dorset’s rolling countryside lies a nexus of UK jazz, soul and beyond. Expertly curated with an expansive spectrum of music and culture, WOH has mastered a magical alchemy that draws together people of all ages and walks of life into a glistening, love-bound community.

His sun has broken through the clouds, and Odeal now stands as a defining presence in the new wave of UK R&B.

When Craig Richards launched Houghton in 2017, he set out to create something deeply personal, a festival driven by impeccable music, meticulous attention to detail, and artistic vision rather than profit. 

Bristol's highly coveted FORWARDS Festival has announced it's line-up for the 2025 edition, and it's safe to say, they have delivered.