Schtumm.... Presents Sweet Machine and SonaVida

Sona Vida are an explosive electronic music duo known for their infectious beats, hard-hitting drops, and unrelenting energy. Sona Vida craft bangers that light up dance floors and keep listeners hooked long after the last note fades. Formed by two seasoned producers with a shared passion for pushing musical boundaries, the duo's sound is as bold as it is captivating, combining innovative soundscapes with crowd-pleasing hooks.

Their music transcends genre labels, appealing to club-goers, festival crowds, and electronic music lovers alike. With their distinct style and unstoppable drive, Sona Vida are rapidly becoming one of the most exciting names in the world of electronic dance music.

Sona Vida’s live performances are an electrifying fusion of cutting-edge sound and undeniable energy. Their mission is simple: make you move. Expect to hear their name echoed on the biggest stages as they continue to create some of the most electrifying bangers in the game.

Sweet Machine

Embracing 80’s, 90’s and contemporary electronic musical influences they make danceable, melodic, synthpop songs for the masses. Live appearances have included Brockley Max (with Kumo and Rodney Cromwell) The Frome Festival, support slots for Chris Difford, Huey Morgan and Gene Serene (The Frixion), along with their own ‘Electrofied’ events at The Brunswick, Hove and Bennett Centre, Frome, where they have performed alongside Laugh Clown Laugh, Stereo Kela, Mëi, INVADR, Lorenz Attraction, Vida Futura, Andy Roid and Pixelstorm.

They say…

“Fantastic, authentic, melodic old-skool electro, reminiscent of Morodor and Oakey at their best!”“Original synthpop with a strong 80’s vibe – Depeche Mode meets Pulp!”“A full house danced to the bands twin synthesisers, with ace base and psychedelic effects to glam the night to a higher plain” 

Artists we like…

Depeche Mode, Goldfrapp, John Foxx, Ultravox, Blancmange, Human League, OMD, Kraftwerk, Gary Numan, Soft Cell, Orbital, Underworld, Todd Terje, Moon Duo, BURG, Yello, Metamono, Talking Heads, New Order, David Byrne, The Doors, Blondie, Stereolab, St. Etienne, Cavern Of Anti Matter and lots, lots more….

https://sweetmachine.bandcamp.com/album/shimmer

About Schtumm....

Book your seat in advance for free to let us know you're attending and pay £10 cash on the door. This goes to the musicians playing on the night. The Schtumm team works voluntarily to enable grassroots music to grow and the venue makes what it can from drinks sales.

Held in the grounds of The Queens Head in Box, Wiltshire. SN13 8NH

A country pub serving fine ales, a wide range of gin, wines and non alcoholic drinks. Independent food vendors are also present at some events.

Indoors - The Longroom

An intimate space used during the winter months with a maximum capacity of 40 seated.

The Magical Marquee

A gorgeous marquee, enjoy the live music whilst the sun sets in the Spring and Summer months. Maximum seated capacity of 60 and 20 standing.

The Steve Hall Arena

Our largest open air space used for larger events in the summer months. 60 seated and as many as you like standing!

In case of poor weather, our outdoor arena events may be moved to the marquee.

Delays may occur in case of electrical storms but rain won't stop us!

Parking is available at The Selwyn Hall Car Park - a short walk from the venue.