Mutations Festival
Multiple Venues, Brighton
7th-8th November 2025
Photography by Erin Terlier
Erin Terlier
Hi, I’m Erin Terlier, a passionate photographer based in Belgium (and London). My work focuses primarily on concert photography but I also love shooting portraits.
My approach is all about capturing moments that speak for themselves — whether it’s the chaos of a live show or the quiet vulnerability of a portrait. Photography is my way of documenting stories, emotions, and connections.
We continue to explore Brighton’s Mutations Festival, checking out Lambrini Girls, KEO and many more
Mutations Festival returned this year with the kind of energy that reminds you why live music still matters. Spread across Brighton’s carefully chosen venues; the festival offered not just concerts, but a full journey through the city, its atmosphere, and its vibrant music scene.
Wandering from venue to venue revealed an entirely new side of the city. It’s like the festival turns the city itself into part of the experience, a city where live music lives and grows.
The festival’s opening moments were marked by My First Time, a perfect introduction to the weekend. Their electro-pop-punk energy filled the room effortlessly, transforming a small stage into a space that felt entirely theirs. Their music was vibrant, punchy, and full of momentum. They were one of the acts that reminded me of the beauty of smaller venues: where connection often hits the hardest.
Among all the artists I discovered, Keo left the deepest impression. Another brilliant act from the UK, their sound balances emotional depth with an alternative rock atmosphere that feels both fresh and nostalgic. The singer’s voice is strikingly expressive, carrying each song with a kind of vulnerability that stays with you long after the track ends.
Their music reminds you of Nirvana in a way that’s less about imitation and more about spirit, that blend of rawness, emotion, and unfiltered intensity. I genuinely believe they’re on the verge of something bigger. And if you want to catch them live, they’ll be touring next year.
The festival’s highlight arrived on Saturday with Lambrini Girls, who delivered a set that felt both explosive and deeply intentional. Their performance was fiery, unapologetic, and driven by an energy that instantly gripped the crowd. Between the mosh pits, the crowdsurfing, and the constant rush of adrenaline, their show had the rawness of punk at its best and their music hit hard.
But what truly stood out was their speech, a powerful moment of political clarity and conviction. In a scene where taking a stand isn’t always the easy route, they chose honesty, urgency, and purpose. The band also donates a percentage of their income to causes they believe matter, turning their message into something tangible. It was a performance that went far beyond entertainment.
Mutations Festival has a rare ability to balance diversity without losing coherence. From emerging indie acts to more abrasive punk and alternative sounds, it’s a place where you can effortlessly stumble across your next favourite artists. From the dreamlike soft edges of No Windows or the intensity of Aidwaith, the festival’s eclectic nature becomes one of its greatest strengths.
Previous editions featured artists like The Last Dinner Party, Bob Vylan, and Kneecap: proof that Mutations is a place where emerging talent grows while established names continue to surprise, a perfectly made balance. The ticket prices are refreshingly reasonable too: around £53 for a day and £80 for the full weekend. In an era where one concert can cost that much, it’s a real bargain for this much live music.
Mutations Festival is, at its core, an experience built on discovery: of artists, of venues, of Brighton itself. If you were still hesitant about going next year, consider this your sign : it’s worth it. you’ll leave with new favourite bands and a weekend full of music, energy and memories.
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Photography by Erin Terlier