Nieve Ella is an English indie pop and indie rock singer-songwriter from Albrighton, Shropshire. She is known for her relatable, confessional lyrics, resonating with a Gen Z fanbase. Her EPs include Young & Naive, Lifetime of Wanting, and Watch It Ache and Bleed. Nieve Ella has supported artists such as Girl in Red and charted on the UK Independent Album Chart.
Massive Attack originated the trip-hop genre in Bristol, fusing hip-hop, dub, and soul. Evolving from the Wild Bunch collective, the influential group released acclaimed albums including Blue Lines, Protection, and the chart-topping Mezzanine, featuring hits like Teardrop.
Formed in 2010, Peter Cat Recording Co. is a band featuring Suryakant Sawhney, Karan Singh, Dhruv Bhola, Rohit Gupta, and Kartik Sundareshan. They built a loyal global following with acclaimed albums like Portrait of a Time and Bismillah, completing sold-out tours across multiple continents.
Formed in the early 2000s, British indie rock band Bloc Party blends angular post-punk riffs with post-rock and electronic textures. Their platinum debut, Silent Alarm, earned a Mercury Prize shortlist and international acclaim, establishing hits like Banquet and Helicopter.
Formed on the Isle of Wight, Wet Leg, comprising Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers, blends sad and party music. Known for their hit "Chaise Longue" and a Mercury Prize-nominated debut album.
Formed in Melbourne’s pub-rock scene in 2016, punk band Amyl and the Sniffers feature vocalist Amy Taylor. They released critically acclaimed albums Amyl and the Sniffers (2019) and Comfort To Me (2021), blending classic punk with glam and balladry.
Formed in London, Ezra Collective blends afrobeat, reggae, salsa, grime, and hip-hop into modern jazz. They won the Mercury Prize for Where I’m Meant To Be and a historic BRIT Award for Group of the Year following their album Dance, No One’s Watching.
Hermanos Gutiérrez is a critically acclaimed Swiss-Ecuadorian instrumental duo formed by brothers Estevan and Alejandro. Their distinct style blends Latin sounds, surf music, western flourishes, and melancholia. They collaborated with producer Dan Auerbach on the album Los Ojos Del Cóndor.
Led by Jacob Slater, British rock band Wunderhorse built their reputation through visceral live shows. Following their 2022 debut Cub, their sophomore album Midas was recorded at Pachyderm Studio and turned silver. They won The Group Award at the 2025 Rolling Stone UK Awards.
Born in NYC to Jamaican parents, raised in Brooklyn then Deep South. Experimental hip-hop satirist “Peggy”; Iraq War vet who writes/produces/mixes all music.
Underworld is an electronic act formed by Rick Smith and Karl Hyde. They released their critically acclaimed debut album, dubnobasswithmyheadman, in 1994. Over three decades, they have established a reputation as groundbreaking electronic artists who push creative boundaries.
Patti Smith is an acclaimed singer, songwriter, and poet born in Chicago. Emerging from New York's 1970s punk scene at CBGB, she became known as punk's poet laureate, fusing rock and poetry on her landmark 1975 debut album, Horses. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, she won the National Book Award for her memoir Just Kids.
Formed in 2012 at Indiana University, Bloomington, soul band Durand Jones & The Indications are known for gritty funk and Southern soul. They have built a global following, selling out shows across Europe, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand, and released albums including Flowers.
Formed in Northern England, indie band The Lathums features Alex Moore, Scott Concepcion, Ryan Durrans, and Matty Murphy. They released their debut album How Beautiful Life Can Be in 2021, followed by From Nothing To A Little Bit More and Matter Does Not Define, with two albums reaching No. 1 in the UK. Known for sold-out shows and Glastonbury appearances, they built a strong live reputation.
Beth Gibbons, born in Exeter, England, rose to fame as the distinctive voice of trip-hop pioneers Portishead. Their multi-platinum 1994 debut Dummy won the Mercury Prize. Alongside her band work, Gibbons has pursued diverse solo and collaborative projects.
Zachary "Zach" Bruce, known as Interplanetary Criminal, is a British DJ/producer from North West England. He pioneered a UK garage revival, blending speed garage, bassline, and 2-step. His hit "B.O.T.A. (Baddest of Them All)" with Eliza Rose topped charts. He won DJ Mag's Best DJ 2025 and a 2025 Juno Award for "No Time" with SadBoi. Bruce co-founded ATW Records, shaping influential sounds.
Geordie Greep, an English musician from London, is celebrated for his experimental rock, jazz fusion, and Latin rock styles. Formerly the frontman of Black Midi, a band nominated for the Mercury Prize, he is known for his distinctive "warped croon" vocals. His debut solo album, "The New Sound," features popular tracks like "Holy, Holy" and "Blues." He frequently incorporates diverse musical influences.
Gurriers recorded their second album, Nobody’s Coming To Save You, at Attica Studios in Donegal and Holy Mountain Studios in London. They worked with producers Mark Bowen and Loren Humphrey, engineer Chris Fullard, and mixer John Congleton.
South London's Greentea Peng, born Aria Wells, crafts "psychedelic R'n'B" and neo-soul. Her distinctive sound blends R&B, hip hop, dub reggae, and jazz, creating immersive soundscapes. Known for popular tracks like "Downers" and "Hu Man," her albums include "Man Made," "GREENZONE 108," and "Tell Dem It's Sunny." She is recognized for her unique style and collaborations with artists like The Streets and Nightmares on Wax.
Fat Dog is a South London band formed in 2020, known for their chaotic, high-energy live shows and genre-blending sound of electronic, punk, and klezmer. Their debut album "WOOF." features popular songs like "King of the Slugs," "Running," and "All the Same." They signed with Domino Recording Company and are recognized for their unique musical style and engaging performances.
Zaho de Sagazan is a singer known for her unique voice and debut album. She made history as the first artist to win four French Music Awards in a single year, taking home Album of the Year, Best Original Song, Best Female Newcomer, and Best Newcomer Live Act.
I’m Alogte Oho, Ghana’s top Frafra gospel singer. Known for heartfelt songs like "Mam Yinne Wa," I rose to fame after a life-changing accident. Collaborated with German producer Max Weissenfeldt, I gained international acclaim with hits like "Zota Yinne," spreading faith and gratitude globally.
Born in Michigan, Iggy Pop is a ferocious punk pioneer (The Stooges: Funhouse, Raw Power); famed for wild shows, Bowie collabs, Grammy lifetime, RRHOF, Polar Prize.
Franc Moody, a production duo known for soul, funk, and disco-infused electronica, rose to fame with albums 'Dream in Colour' and 'Into the Ether.' Hailed by Billboard, their unique sound captivates globally.
Japanese Breakfast’s fourth album, For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women), is the band’s first proper studio release. Produced by Grammy winner Blake Mills and tracked at Sound City in Los Angeles, it’s led by frontwoman and songwriter Michelle Zauner.
Joey Valence & Brae, a hip-hop duo from State College, Pennsylvania, are known for their high-energy blend of punk rap, nerdcore, and 90s-inspired alternative hip-hop. Their breakout single "Punk Tactics" achieved RIAA Gold certification. They have released albums including "Punk Tactics" (2023), "No Hands" (2024), and "Hyperyouth" (2025), and collaborated with artists like JPEGMafia and Rebecca Black. They are celebrated for their viral success and engaging live shows.
Musician born in 1990. Since debuting in 2010, she’s released 8 original albums, known for delicate classical guitar, a dreamlike voice, and poetic sensibility. Began international shows in 2021; 2025 album Luminescent Creatures and an 80+ city world tour.
Felix Angyumanu Nyajo, known as salute, is an Austrian-born, Manchester-based electronic music producer and DJ. Signed to Ninja Tune, his sound blends UK garage, house, and pop with euphoric and melancholic elements. His 2024 album "TRUE MAGIC" garnered critical acclaim and a MOBO nomination. He is currently touring.
Lagos-born Nigerian singer-songwriter/producer blending intimate, spiritual alt-R&B/Afrobeats; known for "For Broken Ears", "If Orange Was a Place"; Grammy & BET winner.
Brazilian singer-songwriter Rogê, from Rio de Janeiro, is a Latin Grammy nominee and Brazilian Music Awards winner. A key figure in MPB's revival, his samba-funk blends traditional rhythms with modern influences. He co-wrote the 2016 Olympic theme song. Albums include "Curyman" (2023) and "Curyman II" (2024), featuring collaborations with Seu Jorge and Arlindo Cruz.
Spanish DJ and producer John Talabot, known for low-key house, gained acclaim with his debut ƒIN (2012) featuring Pional. He’s noted for remixes, Talaboman collaboration, and DJ-Kicks mix.
Stevie Bill is an Amsterdam-born, Berlin-raised, and New York-based Dutch-English artist. Her genre-blending pop music draws from classical roots, early 2000s nostalgia, and hyperpop, featuring sharp, emotionally open lyrics. Known for hits like "Hahaha" and "Messy," she has garnered praise as a Gen Z pop talent and written for artists including Joji and Rei Brown. Her sound blends R&B, folk, and rock influences.
Maribou State are UK electronic duo Chris Davids and Liam Ivory. Active since 2011, they blend UK club music, vintage soul and samples into an organic downtempo sound. Known for acclaimed live shows from Glastonbury to the Sydney Opera House.
Naples-born pianist/producer/composer blending jazz-funk-disco improv; collab’d with Nu Genea, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Pink Siifu; played Primavera, Montreux, Dour.
Jyoty, an Indian-Dutch DJ and radio host from Amsterdam, based in London, is renowned for her eclectic, multi-genre sets. She blends baile funk, amapiano, afrobeats, and UK garage. Known for her Rinse FM show and viral Boiler Room performance, Jyoty champions diversity and inclusive club culture through her "Homegrown" events. She has released a remix of "Designer" and EPs.
Nederlandse hiphopgroep rond Vjèze Fur, WiWa, Faberyayo en producer Bas Bron. Brak in 2005 door met Watskeburt?! en debuut Parels Voor De Zwijnen. Scoorde o.a. Sterrenstof; Moderne Manieren (2023) werd #1. Won de Edison Oeuvreprijs.
Alt-pop artiest S10 (Stien den Hollander): NL Songfestival-deelname, iconische stem; uitverkochte Ziggo Dome met Froukje; hits “Ik Haat Hem Voor Jou”/“Hart In Brand”; Edison.
Born in Cheltenham, England, FKA twigs is a boundary-pushing alt-pop/R&B singer, dancer, actress & model; CAPRISONGS won NME Godlike Genius; British Vogue cover.
