CROYDON MELA 2004 Sunday 18 July, 1pm-8pm Lloyd Park Coombe Road Croydon BR East/West Croydon, tram to Lloyd Park stop. Admission: FREE Tel: 020 8253 1108 www.croydon.gov.uk/summerfestival

London’s best Mela is back on Sunday 18 July at Lloyd Park in Croydon, with an explosive mix of musical styles. The main stage will be hosted by two of the hottest names on the Asian music scene DJ: Bobby Friction and MC: Nihal and will feature Apache Indian. Jassi Sidhu, Heera and Sidi Goma, the African-Indian Sidis from Gujarat. The Nach Arena line-up includes RDB, Simon Sez (Ill Kidz), Class Act Djs, All Out Crew, DJ Stevoss, Mista K aka Khullar, Ranj Rekhl aka Mr. Rekhtic, Messy Jessy aka All out Geeza, Doctor D. S Styla, Mc Scuzie.

APACHE INDIAN

Apache Indian links traditional Asian sounds with influences from mainstream pop, reggae and Hip Hop. He’s sold 11 million albums worldwide, has 7 UK Top Forty Hits under his belt as well as a string of industry award nominations. His infamous track “Boomshackalack” featured in the movies Scoobie Doo 2 and Dumb and Dumber as well featured in over 70 TV commercials worldwide. Over the past few years he’s been touring around the world with his band, and collaborating with the likes of Stereo Nation, Jazzy B, Sly and Robbie, Maxi Priest, Boy George and many more. And he’s bringing his 11 piece live show to Croydon Mela this year so get ready!

JASSI SIDHU

Formerly part of the band B21 – one of the bands associated with the reinvention of UK Bhangra music in recent times – Jassi Sidhu returns to launch his solo career. He’s set to rock the main stage with tunes from his recently released album Reality check with a live PA, dancers and dhol players.

SIDI GOMA

A rare opportunity to discover the joyful and exuberant devotional music and dance of the hidden community of Sidi African-Indians from Gujarat, India. Their energetic, powerful stage-show comprises a group of twelve, four lead musicians and eight dancers. Be prepared for an energetic stage-show that is both captivating and powerful, with a unique mix of African-Indian tradition and an exhilarating performance style.

HEERA (UK)

Mangal Singh, renowned for his Bollywood film work, joins forces with Heera, the infamous bhangraa pioneer, to create a unique performance of Gazals, Bollywood greats and Qwali songs - a perfect trip down memory lane and a great kick off for this years Mela main stage.

NACH ARENA

After the huge success of last years Nach Arena, Class Act bring you another chance to hear the melodious sounds of a host of the freshest DJ’s, MC’s, singers and dancers. This year features the best in Bhangra, RnB, Dancehall, Garage and Jungle….so don’t miss out and make sure you’re about!!

Line up includes: RDB, Simon Sez (Ill Kidz), Class Act Djs, All Out Crew, DJ Stevoss, Mista K aka Khullar, Ranj Rekhl aka Mr. Rekhtic, Messy Jessy aka All out Geeza, Doctor D. S Styla, Mc Scuzie

ARCC CLASSICAL STAGE

Featuring Sunanda Sharma, Soumik Datta and Sanjay Jhalla