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As regular readers will know, we’re always keen to spotlight emerging country talent at RotD, and today we introduce Stella...

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Stripped-back yet emotionally charged, 'Making It Easy' is the second chapter of Irish alt-pop artist Ocean Tisdall's personal acoustic project,...

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London-born, Glasgow-based singer-songwriter Quiet Man grew up surrounded by music, raised in a family of musicians and classically trained from...

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London-based artist BVDHI (pronounced boo-dee) follows recent singles 'Loser', 'Tie Dye' and the RotD-featured 'Atoms' with 'Rock Steady' – a...

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‘Miracle’ is the sublime and affecting new release from Norwegian indie-electronic artist Fig Tape (aka Elias Melkersen). Blending lo-fi textures,...

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Following a sold-out Camden Assembly show, a Mighty Hoopla buzz set and tour support for Madelline, rising electro-pop artist Beks...

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After a year spent off-radar and reconnecting with his passion for storytelling, Irish alt-pop artist Ocean Tisdall returns with the...

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London-based artist, violinist and producer IMVN returns with ‘Host’, a striking new single from her upcoming project ‘Syren’ (out September...

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Let us introduce you to Manchester-born, London-based artist and writer Sacha, aka sxcha, who makes a striking solo debut with...

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Next in our artists to watch at the Great Escape festival this week is the brilliant Cairo-born, Manchester-raised, and now London-based...

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‘Private Show’ is the bold, intimate and seductive new single from British-Nigerian singer Mya K. Exploring the magnetic pull of...

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Released yesterday (13 March), ‘Moulin Rouge’ is the sassy new single from rising Dutch artist Yael Daila. Produced in collaboration...

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With its warm acoustic guitar melodies and soul-stirring vocals, ‘The Reason’ is the latest release by London-based Irish pop-singer-songwriter Fia...

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With a sound that fuses heavy synths, haunting melodies, and introspective lyrics, Serbian artist Luke Black is making his mark...

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It’s been over 18 months since we featured the extraordinary, genre-bending track ‘decay’ by non-binary artist Nxdia. Since then, the...

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Filled with soaring guitars, warm melodies, and a heartfelt production, ‘Easy’, the second single from Niamh Evans is an intimate...

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Bursting with moody, introspective melodies and industrial textures, ‘I Love That For You’ is the new release from Irish alt-rock...

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It’s been nearly six months since we last featured the promising Stockholm duo tibia and their cathartic, garage-rock-influenced indie debut,...

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With its blissful atmospherics and expansive soundscapes, ‘The Dawn After’ by rising New Delhi producer Panelia, and featuring acclaimed producer...

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‘Queen’ is the new emotive piano ballad from RotD favourite Starling. Having worked with several seasoned producers and collaborators in...

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We’re seriously impressed with this sublime offering from Naima Adams. It’s a slice of dub-fused percussive soul from the Rome...

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It’s been over three years since we featured London-based Irish pop singer-songwriter Fia Moon and her vibrant summery track ‘Simple’....

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With its blend of hyper-pop and heavy lashings of alt-rock and electronica, ‘Red Love Heart Forever’ is the energetic new...

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Released yesterday (1 October), ‘Babette’ is the stunning new single from Northampton-based indie rock singer-songwriter Katie Malco. Recorded in between...

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Born and raised in Hong Kong, London-based Amelie Jat marks a new musical chapter with this sparkling dose of pop...

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In June, we welcomed the return of Chelmsford-based singer-songwriter Roisin O’Hagan with her rock-pop offering ‘Midnight Indigo’. The track marked a...

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With its feeling of escape and friendship, ‘Together We Ride’ is the feel-good new single from Starlight Alice. The studio...

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Earlier this summer, we welcomed the return of the Swedish-American singer-songwriter Lexi Berg who released the gorgeous folk-infused single ‘Lonely...

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We’ve been big supporters of the Caernarfon-born artist singer-songwriter CATTY since the release of her debut solo and RotD-featured single, ‘Bella...

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With her fiery and saucy lyricism, Zimbabwe-born and London-raised female rapper Cookiie delivers a fresh and powerful dose of hip-hop...

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Let us introduce you to the rather promising duo, tibia, from Stockholm. Formed by childhood best friends Elias Sahlin and...

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Returning in 2024 with this pop earworm is British alt-pop artist and RotD favourite Starling. Having taken a brief hiatus...

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Riding a euphoric noughties pop-tinged production filled with gritty synths and hypnotic hooks, ‘Jupiter’ is the new single from rising...

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Bvdhi is the new project from the RotD-featured singer-songwriter and producer Omahrose. Having wooed us with her soulful tones in 2021, the...

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We first fell in love with the sounds of Lexi Berg back in 2019 when her wistful debut release, ‘What If’, caught...

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Inspired by Mahalia, JoJo, Ariana Grande and Tori Kelly, BRIT School alumni Evalina delivers an addictive slice of sassy, R&B-leaning pop...

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In 2022, we were very impressed with the country-pop offerings of Chelmsford-based singer-songwriter Roisin O’Hagan. Her flair for creating infectious,...

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‘HoneyBee’ is a steamy, humid and playful blend of electronic music from London-based artist Steinsdotter.  With its dark, atmospheric vibe,...

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In February, we introduced you to Buckinghamshire-born singer-songwriter Ladybyrd and her dramatic and haunting single, ‘Way Back Home’. Inspired by...

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Caernarfon-born artist singer-songwriter CATTY is back with this bold, brash and mad as-hell new single, ‘I Wish I Gave You...

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Shimmering with elements of hyperpop, ’80s drum machines and ’00s pop sensibilities, ‘Kavichella’ is the latest release from artist, DJ...

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‘BeReal’ is the gritty new alt-pop offering from rising artist, songwriter and producer Amanda Cy. Written during the summer of...

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Performing at London’s Paper Dress Vintage tonight (22 May) is Exeter alt-rock four-piece Die Twice. Having formed during the tail...

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Influenced by SZA, Rihanna, Miguel, Mahalia and Yebba, Gabi Goldman is a rising 25 year old Swedish artist based in...

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Earlier this year, we introduced you to Starlight Alice, the new studio project from RotD-featured artists Luke Potter and Jacob...

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Yorkshire’s Albert Stott is a 20 year old singer-songwriter who has built a growing loyal fanbase from busking around various...

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Starlight Alice is the new studio project from RotD-featured artists Luke Potter and Jacob Browne. Having worked together writing songs...

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Finishing our final week of Ones To Watch 2024 before Christmas is songwriter, producer and artist Kamille. Having written hits...

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Over the last six months, we’ve highlighted the sultry and chilled alt-pop aesthetic of rising London-based Scottish artist April Jai....

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Exuding sonic and sentimental depth in equal measure, ‘Unbound’ is the beautiful number by Sweden-born, Norway-based artist Delara. A nod...

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Returning last week from a hiatus following singer Grace Kelly’s recovery from leukaemia, Leeds-based Venus Grrrls dropped this empowering and...

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Telling a story of love and betrayal, ‘Sweet Regrets’ is the new single from UK singer-songwriter Taylor West. Having taken...

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‘Lost In The Music’ is the beautifully immersive and ethereal ode from rising Brighton singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Phoebe Willo. Having...

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Following last March’s fiery pop offering and RotD, ‘Stop Fighting It’, rising London-based pop artist April Jai returns to her...

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Back in November, we introduced you to the soulful and brooding soundscapes of east London’s Chinwe on the gorgeously rich...

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Stop Fighting It is the sultry pop offering from rising London-based pop artist April Jai. Fusing moody lowkey synths with...

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Early this year, we were completely taken in by singer, songwriter, and composer Mary Middlefield after we heard this buoyant,...

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East London’s Chinwe creates music as a means to make sense of the world around her. Fusing the contemporary musical...

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Stoke-on-Trent-born artist Darla Jade has been making waves on the scene over the last couple of years with her blend...

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British-born and Dutch-raised artist Anna-Rose Clayton has already attracted significant attention for her electro-pop sound in the Netherlands and Belgium....

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Essex-based Americana/pop/rock singer-songwriter Roisin O'Hagan is back with her fourth RotD-featured single from her forthcoming debut EP, Dreamstate (7 October). Her...

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Earlier this year, we were seriously impressed by the sassy and relatable pop of rising singer-songwriter Cassa Jackson. Her track...

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Unrelenting, hard-hitting and full of infectious energy, Violet State Of Mind is the new single from alt-rockers Venus Grrrls. This...

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Avid readers will know we are big fans of 24 year old Essex-based Americana/pop/rock singer-songwriter Roisin O'Hagan, having featured her...

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With a driving synth motif and jubilant, catchy hook, Feel Alive is the irresistibly optimistic new track from Geordie singer-songwriter...

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Riding a synth-heavy production filled with warming tones and hazy melodies is the debut single from Volleyball, a music duo...

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22 year old Dublin artist and songwriter Bradley Marshall started his music career performing in local talent competitions across the...

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Immediately impressing us with its sense of empowerment and dynamic sound is Snakeskin from Lisa Canny. Having grown up in Co....

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Back at the end of May, Berlin-based and RotD-featured alt-pop singer-songwriter Novaa released this breezy and quirky number. Written with...

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It’s been just under two years since we introduced you to emerging producer Joseph Robson, aka Indigo Eyes. Since then,...

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23 year old Essex-based country singer-songwriter Roisin O’Hagan is back with her follow up single to the RotD featured Sunset Valley....

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Bristol-based artist Sukie has delivered a glossy and wistful ode about “going out with the girls” in Heart Emoji. The 23...

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With its fun and hazy feel, HUBBA BUBBA sees Los Angeles band DAISY look to ‘90s sounds they grew up...

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Last September, we introduced you to London-based singer-songwriter Brooke Law and her rich blend of country, pop and rock in...

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Led by singer and guitarist India Coombs and accompanied by longtime songwriting partner Jon Joseph, All Things Blue are a...

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Dublin-based artist ORLA delivers a sumptuous slice of soulful pop in this her first single of 2022. Born in Belgium...

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Let us introduce you to 23 year old Essex-based country singer-songwriter Roisin O’Hagan. Born in Chelmsford, Roisin grew up in...

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WILDES is the moniker of London singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ella Walker. Sonically falling somewhere between Angel Olsen, St Vincent and...

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We do love a dose of intimate pop here at RotD, and rising singer-songwriter Cassa Jackson’s latest offering, Sophie, ticks...

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Run the Lights is the emotionally charged new single from London-based artist Holly Quin Ankrah, aka RAHH. Growing up in a...

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Spinning Heart is the intoxicatingly, immersive and introspective new single from rising Irish artist Christian Cohle. Having been named as one...

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Exeter-based folk-rock duo Abbe Martin and Hannah Wood, aka Sound of the Sirens, use vocal harmonies to weave tales of...

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Growing up in Coventry, 17 year old rapper and artist Kanda first started to write and produce songs aged 14...

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Championed by Gilles Peterson on his 6 Music show and Gemma Bradley on BBC Introducing, Freya Roy is a singer-songwriter,...

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This alt hip-hop banger is from Irish hip hop duo Tebi Rex and is taken from their second album, It’s...

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It’s been just over fifteen months since we featured the glorious slow jam debut from Dublin singer-songwriter Alex Tierney. His...

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Emerging London-born singer-songwriter Jacob Browne has been busy since our last feature, the anthemic Upside Down, in January this year....

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Released last Friday (27 August), Bubblegum is the latest single from Heckyl, the alias of songwriter and producer Luke Potter....

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Born and raised in the Midlands, Taura Lamb moved to south London to study music at Goldsmiths University, where she...

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Dublin-based artist Soulé is back with this brilliantly empowering and addictive jam – Queenish. It’s her first single in two...

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Brimming with euphoric vibrations, Sunflower is the debut single from Irish alt-pop duo PRiiCE. It’s the first taster of their...

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It’s been ten months since we introduced you to London-born singer-songwriter Jacob Browne with his polished pop offering Places To Go. During...

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This soulful slice of sophisticated R&B is the latest release from west London singer-songwriter and fashion creative Maxi Millz. His...

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Released last week, Nea Kameni is the latest release from avant-indie duo and RotD favourites Febueder. It’s the Ascot act’s...

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Full of classic funk and soul-enriched vibes, Pray For ‘Em is the latest track from vocalist and songwriter Titus Makin...

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This stunningly beautiful and moving duet is from Cork artist Mick Flannery and emerging singer-songwriter Susan O’Neill aka SON. It’s his...

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If like us, you have been keeping an eye on the burgeoning Irish hip-hop and R&B scene over the past...

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Let us introduce you to 24 year old London-born singer-songwriter Jacob Browne. He has only been writing music for less...

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We have been keeping tabs on rising Berlin-based experimental pop artist Novaa since she beguiled us with the intricate and...

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Back at the start of September, we introduced you to Swedish-American singer-songwriter Berg and her beautifully wistful debut track What If....