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Constantly renewing itself, the London scene is in the spotlight once again under the Grande Halle de La Villette, with a revelation – saxophonist Venna and his supple blends – and a confirmation: the collective Kokoroko, at the top of the groove. 1 / Venna Venna's career so far has mostly unfolded in the shadow of the big names to whom the saxophonist has lent his talents as a musician and producer, such as Nigerian star Burna Boy on his album Twice as Tall, awarded a Grammy Award in 2021. After two EPs, the young Londoner is tasting the spotlight thanks to a sumptuous debut album. Released in autumn 2025, Malik takes its title from the saxophonist's first name and seems rich with all the encounters and experiences accumulated over the years, navigating elegantly between jazz, bossa nova, soul and hip-hop. The list of artists invited to lend their voices to these haunting tracks sets the tone for this natural eclecticism, from Jorja Smith to Leon Thomas, including American rappers Smino and MIKE. 2 / Kokoroko With great ease, Kokoroko proves that there is life after a hit as popular as "Abusey Junction", the gentle groove that revealed them in 2019. Since then, the London octet has built a solid live reputation, with warm concerts that have notably marked two editions of