A Free Party That Spiraled Out of Control
Prospa and Josh Baker drew in the crowds with a last‑minute free pop‑up rave in London touted on TikTok just yesterday as “a free pop‑up party in London tonight”
No Tickets, No Limits, Too Many Attendees
Without ticketing or capacity control, hundreds (possibly thousands) showed up. Overcrowding on site quickly became an issue, with attendees climbing fences just to get inside. One TikTok user captured the moment: “So many 15 year olds climbing the fence.”
When the Music Stopped… But the Crowd Didn’t
Local authorities and venue security, faced with safety concerns from overspilling crowds, abruptly shut down the event to prevent more chaos or potential harm. Reports suggest the fence jumping wasn’t a spontaneous act of rowdiness, but a symptom of serious capacity miscalculation.
But fans on social media are divided: many praised the DIY no‑VIP, no‑ticket spirit, while others criticised the lack of basic crowd safety.
Social media buzzed over similar past incidents: overcrowding forced the cancellation of Baker’s set at Parklife Festival recently so this London fiasco may represent a pattern.
What Doesn’t Kill the Vibe… Just Might Kill the Pitch
Free raves have a storied place in London’s musical history but they thrive on goodwill and careful planning. When safety limits are ignored, a thrilling underground moment can cascade into chaos. In this case, a tantalising invite turned into a logistical mess and an official shutdown.
This isn’t the artists’ fault. Prospa and Josh Baker have built a huge following through quality sets and underground credibility. With better planning and on-site organisation, the situation could have been avoided—this one’s on the organisers, not the talent.