Greene King Untapped Music Competition

Discover 2025's Greene King Untapped winner here!

It’s come down to this. The riffs are tight, the vocals are soaring, and the pints are poured. Greene King Untapped has scoured the UK for the freshest, boldest talent, and now the cream of the crop is ready to take the stage. The finalists have fought their way through, and it’s time to see who’ll turn their local pub into a headline-worthy hotspot.

The Prizes

The winner of Greene King Untapped doesn’t just take home bragging rights, they bag a £10,000 cash prize to fuel their music dreams, a career-defining live set at Pub in the Park 2026, and a live-to-vinyl recording session at the legendary Metropolis Studios.

All this is backed by Jack Daniel’s & Coca-Cola, proving that grassroots talent really can hit the big stage. From pub corners to festival fields, this is your shot at turning pints into encores and riffs into records.

 

An interior close up shot of a person playing the guitar during the Q3 Live Music Event at one of the Greene King Pubs.

The legends giving the verdict

Our judges aren’t just music fans - they’re tastemakers, chart-chasers, and all-around legends. Together, they’re your ultimate music referees, ready to crown the next big act while keeping the fun firmly in the pub. Let's take a look:

Sam Ryder - Our Head of Gigs has just about caught his breath after a summer of live music at Greene King pubs. Before he let's down that gracious hair, the Eurovision sensation and vocal powerhouse will have a keen eye on which finalist has that star quality. 

Rebecca Walker - Live Events Manager at Music Venue Trust, the mastermind behind unforgettable gigs and stages that scream “rock star.”

Eduardo Toledo - Head of Jack Daniel’s UK, proving that great music tastes even better with a great dram.

...and just announced, the King of the Jungle himself - Danny Jones from McFly!

Meet the Finalists

From punk powerhouses and alt-rock dreamers to soulful storytellers and country rebels, the Greene King Untapped final is bursting with talent:

Dissenter

Punk-rock fire from Crewe and Winsford. Childhood friends turned bandmates, they deliver raw, high-intensity music built to electrify crowds.

James Pacy & Band

Singer-songwriter who turns emotions into melody. From karaoke nights to BBC Introducing features, James makes heartfelt music that connects.

Rhiannon Paige

A country-pop rebel from Bristol with powerhouse vocals and unstoppable grit. Despite early hearing loss, she’s storming the UK country scene.

MAYAlikestorunhermouth

Bold, eccentric and larger than life. Their alt-rock/post-punk sound has shaken up London’s live scene with energy and attitude.

The Divide

A five-piece from Kent blending genres into a unique rock sound. Expect raw energy, creativity, and passion in every performance.

The Pronounced

Six musicians, two vocalists, and one goal: to bring high-energy, versatile live entertainment that gets every crowd moving.

Luke Wallington

Manchester-born singer-songwriter with a soulful voice and powerful range. His music explores addiction, identity, and honest self-expression.

Amber Saqladi

Country, pop, folk, and rock collide in Amber’s sound. Yemeni-British and praised by Taylor Swift, she’s redefining Americana from the UK.

Jasmin Jet

A 21-year-old Scottish artist blending sass, soul, and nostalgia. Crowned Scottish Young Musicians Best Vocalist, now gearing up for her debut EP.

The final is here

London's galleried inn

The George in Southwark is no ordinary pub - it’s a time machine with pints on tap. Here, you can sip quality beers, wines, and spirits while soaking in centuries of stories. Perched in the centre of London, surrounded by the vibrant culture of the capital, there's no better place to win the final of the Greene King Untapped competition and become an icon.

About the George, Southwark

Live Music

What makes a Greene King music pub? Live bands belting out indie, jazz, funk, and rock. Acoustic nights that feel like the world’s cosiest gig. Open mics where new voices get their shot (including yours). DJs spinning throwbacks, vinyl nights, and themed parties that keep the pub alive long after last orders. Pair all that with hearty food, cracking deals, and a crowd that loves a singalong. Come early, grab a bite, and let the night crescendo.

Join us for Live Music
A bottle of Jack Daniels on a bar.

Supporting the music venue trust

Every riff, chorus, and encore starts somewhere small, and we’re making sure those stages keep buzzing. That’s why Greene King and Jack Daniel’s are proudly backing the Music Venue Trust, helping grassroots venues survive and thrive.

With every Jack Daniel's & Coca Cola, 10p will be donated to the charity, helping keep the UK’s live music heartbeat alive. Because without local stages, there’d be no global superstars.

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