On Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, East London’s vibrant live music scene welcomed a Lunar New Year celebration with the perfect title: Hot Pot Night. Held at Signature Brew in Haggerston, the event brought together a rich mix of global R&B and pop flavours: warm, eclectic, and full of energy, just like the dish it was named after.
At the centre of the night was Bitty, making her long-awaited UK debut. A Boston Music Award Best R&B/Soul Nominee and the first-ever independent solo female Singaporean artist to tour the UK, Bitty stepped onto the London stage to introduce her upcoming album Lost & Found. Already a certified Spotify Viral 50 artist, she delivered a set packed with jazzy vocal runs, smooth storytelling, and funky bass-driven grooves that have already earned her attention across Singapore, Boston, and New York City.
Bitty performed an impressively full set—around 12 to 13 original songs—showcasing not only her versatility as an R&B artist, but also her identity and confidence as an Asian performer taking up space on a London stage. She opened with her latest track, “Yes or No???”, immediately breaking the ice with a playful interaction between herself and the audience. It was a smart way to kick off the night: light, charming, and instantly inviting. From there, she moved deeper into the world of Lost & Found, delivering songs that felt intimate and personal, sometimes melancholic, sometimes warm, but always emotionally grounded. Songs like “Passing Place” felt like the soundtrack to a quiet city night walk, blending softness with subtle groove in a way that pulled the crowd into her atmosphere.
One of the biggest highlights of the set was “Mango,” especially the section where the lyrics shift into Indonesian, expressing the idea that love isn’t a dream, but something simple. That moment felt uniquely Bitty: tender, understated, and deeply sincere. The night closed on a high with “Eleven,” another crowd-interactive track that lifted the room into celebration mode. By the final chorus, the audience energy had fully matched hers, ending the set with the kind of joy that makes live shows memorable.
The supporting line-up also made the night feel even more meaningful: a showcase of ESEA women artists, adding an extra layer of pride and community to the Lunar New Year spirit. Right before Bitty, the stage belonged to Oktae, the super dynamic half-Korean UK artist whose genre-blending sound bounces between R&B, alt-pop, and club-ready rhythms. Her set carried the most immediate “dancefloor” energy of the night, flirting with UKG and DnB textures. Tracks like “Cosmic Love” and “123” stood out, turning the venue into a sweaty, joyful mini-party—catchy hooks, bold stage presence, and pure momentum.
Another standout supporting act was Kinami, an acclaimed Okinawan-American singer-songwriter blending indie-pop and contemporary R&B with influences from both Japanese and American musical traditions. She opened with a unique interpretation of an Okinawan traditional song—an unexpected and beautiful introduction that felt like something only she could bring to the stage. Starting with an acoustic guitar-led set, she gradually built toward more energetic songs, moving between emotional ballads and brighter upbeat moments, all held together by her strong and expressive vocals.
Overall, Hot Pot Night lived up to its name: a warm, flavourful mix of sounds and cultures brought together in one room. More than just a gig, it felt heart warming - an uplifting celebration of ESEA indie artists bringing their stories to one of East London’s most iconic music spaces.
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