WAH in the City 2025: Drum & Bass Takes Over London This Sunday

Drum and Bass UK are excited to be attending this Sunday’s WAH in the City, as Worried About Henry returns to London for one of the most anticipated events of the summer. Taking place on 6 July at Silverworks Island, this all-day celebration of drum and bass culture promises ten hours of nonstop music, serious weight on the sound systems, and one of the most impressive line-ups seen in the capital all year.

From world-exclusive sets to fresh new B2Bs, the bill reads like a who’s who of the genre’s leading names, with added depth from carefully selected selectors and vocalists across the full spectrum. Whether you’re after the energy of main stage fireworks or looking to lose yourself in deep cuts and minimal rollers, WAH in the City has it locked.

The Setting

Tucked into the Royal Docks, Silverworks Island offers a unique backdrop to an outdoor festival. Surrounded by water and framed by post-industrial views, the venue transforms into a rave-ready arena with three custom stages, bespoke lighting rigs, and immersive visuals. The site feels like a secret world carved out just for heads, and once you’re in, you’re part of something special.

Access to the event is only possible via Custom House station, which connects easily to both the DLR and Elizabeth line. This is the only entrance to the venue, so all ticket holders should plan their journey accordingly and allow time for ID checks and bag searches on arrival.

Once inside, there is food and drink available throughout the day, with lockers, a free water refill point, and even a shuttle bus running from Canning Town for those travelling across the river. Everything is designed to keep the focus on the music, the atmosphere, and the community.

The Line-Up

This year’s line-up is nothing short of massive. Right at the top, Sub Focus brings his new Circular Sound project to the UK for the first time, offering an exclusive audiovisual set that blends the futuristic and the rave-rooted. Hybrid Minds take the sunset slot with their emotive melodies and vocal-led selections, creating that special mid-evening moment that stays with you long after the lights come up.

Hedex arrives with a brand new live show, My Home is the Rave, built for crowd energy and festival pressure. K Motionz, Kanine, and Sota are all confirmed to keep the levels up, with support from scene leaders like Born on Road, Basslayerz and Skepsis keeping the energy high across the day.

Drum and Bass UK is especially excited to catch the return of Kings of the Rollers to the WAH stage, bringing their unmistakable blend of sub-heavy classics, jungle-inspired rollers, and upfront selections. Vocal support across the day includes the likes of A Little Sound, Emily Makis, Issey Cross, and Harriet Jaxxon, each adding their own touch to the soundscape.

For the heads who love the deeper end, there’s serious weight in the form of QZB, Waeys, Kyrist, Workforce, Azifm, Spectral, and Koherent. These names continue to define the sound of modern drum and bass, offering stripped-back production and tight mixing that rewards close listening and open-minded crowds.

There are also some high-concept sets to watch for, including Delta Heavy B2B Circadian, Able B2B Thread, and Spectral B2B Molecular. These collaborations reflect a growing trend in the scene, where unexpected pairings are used to push boundaries and reveal new sonic directions.

The Experience

WAH in the City is not just about big names. It is the way the event is curated, presented, and delivered that makes it stand apart. The production team brings a level of detail and care that ensures every set, every transition, and every drop lands exactly how it should. The sound is always on point, the visuals are considered, and the layout of the island allows for both raucous crowd energy and quieter moments to reset.

For those who have attended WAH events before, the vibe will feel familiar but evolved. For newcomers, expect a full journey through the many moods of drum and bass, guided by some of the most trusted hands in the game. It is a celebration, but also a reminder of the genre’s continued relevance and ability to innovate.

What You Need to Know

Tickets are now on final release and reportedly over 90 percent sold out. A limited batch of early entry tickets is still available, offering a small saving and guaranteed access before the site hits capacity.

Attendees should be aware that entry is only possible via Custom House, and final admission is at 5pm. There is no re-entry, so it’s worth arriving early and making the most of the full experience. All bags will be searched on entry, and only items listed on the venue’s accepted list will be permitted inside.

There will be multiple bars and street food vendors on-site, plus plenty of toilets, covered areas in case of rain, and free water refill points. The organisers recommend packing light, staying hydrated, and checking official channels on the day for set times and stage splits.

Why This One Matters

In a summer stacked with festivals and city-based takeovers, WAH in the City feels like something different. It has the size and scale of a full-blown outdoor festival, but with the crowd focus and underground roots of a proper club night. It also offers a rare chance to see so many different shades of drum and bass in one place, curated with intent and delivered by a team who clearly love the music.

As Drum and Bass UK prepares to head down to Silverworks Island, there is a real sense of anticipation in the air. This is not just another date in the diary. It is a proper moment for the genre, and a showcase of why this sound continues to thrive in clubs, fields, warehouses, and cities across the world.

We’ll see you down the front!