About Us

Welcome to Grinders & Shakers


Welcome to Grinders & Shakers, a dedicated platform built around the passion, energy, and culture of live music. We bring together music lovers, talented artists, event organisers, and audiences through exciting events and memorable experiences.

Our platform is designed to make discovering and experiencing live music easier and more engaging.


From emerging talents to established performers, we provide artists with opportunities to showcase their creativity, reach new audiences, and build meaningful connections with music lovers.

At the same time, we give audiences a place to discover upcoming events, explore new artists, secure tickets, and experience the atmosphere that only live music can create.

At Grinders & Shakers, we understand that every performance tells a story and every event creates a memory. That is why we are committed to promoting quality music events and creating experiences that go beyond the stage.

Whether it is an intimate performance, a major live show, an exclusive VIP experience, or a special event highlight, we aim to make every moment worth remembering.


We are passionate about supporting the growth of the music and events industry by creating greater visibility for artists and connecting them with audiences who appreciate their work.

Through our platform, we continue to build a community where music is celebrated, talent is recognised, and people can come together to enjoy unforgettable moments.

Grinders & Shakers is more than an event platform — it is a growing community built on music, creativity, connection, and unforgettable experiences. We invite you to discover the artists, explore the events, join the experience, and become part of the Grinders & Shakers journey.

Our Aim

We connect artists, audiences and event organisers through a trusted platform for discovering, promoting and experiencing great music events.

Our Vision

Our vision is to become a leading music and events platform known for quality, creativity, innovation and excellence worldwide.

Our Mission

Our mission is to connect artists, organisers and audiences through accessible, reliable and engaging music and events experiences.

We bring the music community closer by making it easier to discover new talent, find exciting events, build meaningful connections and enjoy unforgettable live music experiences.

We aim to shape the future of live music by creating new opportunities, inspiring creativity, supporting artists, and delivering memorable experiences for audiences everywhere.

We are committed to creating meaningful opportunities, promoting talented artists, supporting event organisers, and making great music experiences accessible to everyone.

Meet The Board

Kazeem Kareem — CEO & Founder

Kazeem Kareem, popularly known as KingKaz, is a Nigerian-born British entrepreneur, media personality, and entertainment professional based in the United Kingdom. With over a decade of experience in media, entertainment, events, and talent development, he has established himself as a passionate advocate for emerging creative talent. He is the Founder and CEO of Grinders & Shakers, a platform created to connect artists, audiences, and event organisers while providing opportunities for talented individuals to gain visibility and engage with wider audiences. Through his leadership, Grinders & Shakers continues to champion quality, creativity, innovation, and memorable music experiences.
Beyond Grinders & Shakers, KingKaz is also the owner of MicstagesUK Media and MSUK Talents, platforms dedicated to discovering, promoting, and supporting upcoming creators, artists, comedians, performers, and other talents. Through these platforms, he has consistently created opportunities for emerging creatives to showcase their abilities, reach new audiences, and develop their presence within the entertainment industry. Over 2 decades and still counting, Kazeem has successfully organised and delivered several editions and versions of events, creating platforms where artists and creatives can perform, connect, and build meaningful relationships with their audiences. His latest event series, “Unplugged,” has grown through multiple successful editions, further reflecting his commitment to developing distinctive and engaging entertainment experiences.
Kazeem's work is driven by a clear belief that talent deserves opportunity and that great entertainment should create meaningful connections. His mission is to bridge the gap between emerging talent and audiences by providing accessible, reliable, and engaging platforms for discovery, promotion, and collaboration.

Estie — Event Host & MC

Estie is a dynamic and engaging event host and MC who has become an important part of the Grinders & Shakers experience. Known for her confident stage presence, professionalism, warmth, and ability to connect naturally with audiences, she brings energy and personality to every event she hosts. Estie has hosted and MC’d several events for Grinders & Shakers playing a key role in creating a lively and memorable atmosphere throughout. Her ability to engage audiences, introduce performers, manage transitions, and keep the event flowing smoothly has made her a valued member of the team. Beyond simply presenting on stage, Estie understands how to read a room and respond to the energy of an audience. Whether welcoming guests, interacting with performers, engaging the crowd, or creating memorable moments between performances, she brings a natural ability to keep audiences involved from beginning to end.

Her involvement across multiple editions of Unplugged reflects her consistency, dedication, and strong working relationship with the Grinders & Shakers team. She has contributed to the identity and atmosphere of the series while helping create an environment where artists can perform confidently and audiences can fully enjoy the experience.
With her passion for entertainment and natural communication skills, Estie continues to grow as an MC and event personality. Her contribution to Grinders & Shakers represents the importance of having not only great performers, but also great hosts who can bring an entire event together. As Grinders & Shakers continues to grow, Estie remains a familiar and trusted face within the Unplugged experience, helping to make each edition engaging, energetic, and memorable.

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