Today, Little Simz has been revealed as this year’s curator of the Southbank Centre’s iconic music festival, Meltdown.

Taking the reigns for the festival’s 30th edition, Little Simz follows in the footsteps of previous curators including Scott Walker, David Bowie, Nick Cave, Patti Smith, Massive Attack, Yoko Ono and David Byrne. Taking place across eleven days (June 12th to June 22nd), Simz will curate the line-up and perform herself – guest performers will be announced this Spring. The announcement solidifies Little Simz’ position as one of music’s most creative and exhilarating talents, following 2022’s acclaimed sixth album, NO THANK YOU, which was accompanied by a short film directed by Gabriel Moses, and 2024’s thrilling Glastonbury Pyramid Stage performance.

“I’m super excited to be the 2025 Meltdown festival curator!” Little Simz said in a statement. “My team and I are preparing eleven days of art, music, workshops and more. So many incredible artists have curated this festival so it’s a true honour to be a part of it. Thank you to the Southbank Centre for having me. Meltdown 2025 the Simz way is going to be epic. I’ll see you there.”

Jane Beese, Head of Contemporary Music, Southbank Centre added: “Little Simz’ ability to forge new genre-defying ideas and her ambition to inspire the next generation of creators aligns with what the Southbank Centre’s artistic programme and vision stands for. We’re incredibly excited to witness the lineup she’ll curate and for the power of her great art, leadership and culture to bring people together on-site for our 30th year.”