Last weekend the Steam Punkt Music Weekend took FuBar in Ryde by storm. It showcased an incredible lineup of talent to raise funds for Men Only IW, a local community group supporting men across the Isle of Wight.
Seventeen acts graced the stage over the two days, including individual artists, bands, and the captivating La Tease Burlesque troupe, who closed Saturday night with an unforgettable performance.
Despite the weekend’s challenging weather, the event saw a tremendous turnout, with audiences thrilled by some of the Isle of Wight’s finest musical talent.
The weekend raised nearly £400 on the night, with further pledges continuing to come in, underscoring the generosity of the local community.
Heartfelt thanks to all involved
Dan, Dave, and the rest of Kindred Found said,
“We’d like to extend heartfelt thanks to Karl, Liz, and the team at Men Only IOW, as well as everyone who contributed to making this weekend a success.
“Special thanks to Richard Taylor for his incredible work on sound, Dani, Max, Sully, and the rest of the FuBar team, Cameron Voysey for his help with set-up and soundchecks, and Mark Dennis for lending us the drum kit.
“A huge thank you to all the talented performers: Andy Roberts, Monty Carlo, Jonny Michael, Beth Brookfield, Purple Emperors, Dead Revival, Baron Strange and the Blackbyrds, The Damien Paul Band, Corrine Atkins, The Alberts, Chasing Scarlett, Forever to Go, DuneBuggy, Rolling 7s, and the Lazerhearts. Let’s not forget the amazing ladies from La Tease!
“Most importantly, thank you to the incredible audience who came out to support us. Seeing the bar packed with people dancing, laughing, and having a great time was pure magic.”
Johnson-Harriman: The sense of community was heartwarming
Dani Johnson-Harriman of Firebird/FuBar added,
“It was a privilege to host such a fantastic event.
“Massive thanks to Kindred Found, the bands, and everyone who came to support.
“The talent was outstanding, and the sense of community was heartwarming.
“The feedback from all who came along has been wonderful.”
Hart: There is always a place for men to turn to when they need help
Karl Hart from Men Only IW said,
“Once again, the Isle of Wight has shown its remarkable community spirit. Despite the dreadful weather, people from across the Island came together to support a vital local cause.
“Men Only works with over 400 men each month, offering a warm, safe space for support, advice, and friendship.
“Events like this not only help us raise essential funds, but also highlight that there is always a place for men to turn to when they need help.
“On behalf of the entire team at Men Only IW, I want to express our deepest gratitude to Dan and Dave for their hard work pulling the weekend together, all the amazing bands who gave their time for free, the FuBar team, and all the amazing people who turned out for a weekend of outstanding entertainment.”
Looking ahead
The Steam Punkt Music Weekend was a resounding success, both as a celebration of local talent and a testament to the strength of the Isle of Wight’s community.
Kindred Found and Men Only IW look forward to collaborating on future events that bring people together for a great cause.
News shared by Karl, in his own words. Ed
