The Kooks and Bristol Sounds

Birmingham-born Mike Skinner’s The Streets fused UK rap w/ garage & house. Hits: “Has It Come To This,” “Dry Your Eyes,” “Never Went To Church.” UK #1 album; collabs incl Pete Doherty, Tame Impala.

Brighton-formed indie rock/pop band known for joyful, hooky songs like “Naive” & “She Moves in Her Own Way”; core duo Luke Pritchard & Hugh Harris.

CASisDEAD is a masked UK rap and grime artist from Tottenham, London, known for his distinctive voice, inventive lyricism, and music video directing. His style blends hip hop, grime, electro, and 80s synthwave, exploring dark, introspective themes. Popular tracks include "Pat Earrings" and "All Hallows'". His debut album, "Famous Last Words" (2023), reached top 10 in the UK. He won a Brit Award for Best Hip Hop/Rap/Grime Act in 2024. Collaborations include Giggs and Neil Tennant.

Jimothy Lacoste, born Timothy Gonzales in Camden, North London, is a British rapper and musician. He crafts unique bedroom pop and DIY hip-hop, characterized by deadpan vocals and optimistic lyrics over lo-fi beats. Known for viral hits like "Getting Busy!" and "Subway System," his engaging, low-budget music videos often feature his distinctive dancing and public transport references. He has released albums such as "Uk Magic" and "The Safeway," and collaborated with artists including Mike Skinner. His catchphrase, "Life is getting quite exciting," reflects his positive outlook.