BKLVA

Lara Sweeney, known professionally as Bklava, is a London-based producer, DJ, and vocalist who has been creating irresistible anthems for dancefloors since 2019. Born and raised in South London, she's now based in Brighton and draws inspiration from her Lebanese heritage, with her stage name cleverly referencing the sticky Middle Eastern dessert, baklava. Bklava is a genre-defying artist who often DJs and sings simultaneously during her sets, crafting metallic, garage-flavoured tracks that blend punchy beats with distinctive vocals that add bite and texture to her productions.

Beyond her work as a solo artist, Bklava has made significant waves in the dance music community as the founder of Spin Suga, a platform dedicated to supporting female and non-binary DJs. She's been recognized as one of the hottest prospects in UK dance music and has expanded her reach by creating mixes and playlists for major platforms including Beats 1 and Amazon. Her work has earned her placements with respected labels like Ministry of Sound, solidifying her position as a rising talent reshaping the UK's house and garage scene.