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The future is NewDad’s for the taking

The Galway rockers reflect on the emotional five-year journey leading up to their remarkable debut album, ‘Madra’

Ekkstacy survived dark times to become an indie star

The Canadian songwriter’s turbulent teenage years led him to finding solace in lo-fi music – and on his new self-titled LP, he sounds freer than ever

The Last Dinner Party: the newly-coronated monarchs of baroque-pop

With their wildly theatrical debut ‘Prelude To Ecstasy’, the five-piece are ready to claim the crown as the UK’s most talked-about new band

Lola Brooke: the small but mighty MC making big moves

Having helmed a golden era for Brooklyn rap, the 26-year-old’s new project ‘Dennis Daughter’ carries the torch of her newly-blazed legacy

Wasia Project: jazz-pop ballads to make your heart skip a beat

The sibling duo – featuring Heartstopper's Will Gao – and their beautiful, exploratory songs reflect a shared desire to "to keep running away from being put in a box"

Luh Tyler wants to raise the bar for Florida’s rap scene

At just 17, the Tallahassee-born star is ready to re-energise his home state’s musical legacy

Towa Bird is writing a queer love story for the ages

The British-Filipino musician has already won fans in Olivia Rodrigo and Billie Eilish. Her upcoming debut album navigates her identity, new cities and a blooming romance

SIPHO. steps into the spotlight

A fixture of Birmingham's creative community, the 23-year-old blends the pop, gospel, dance and rock sounds of his upbringing on his wide-ranging debut

Debby Friday is redefining what it means to win

The Canadian electronic producer on defying genres, finding herself and winning coveted awards with “weird electronic music”

HotWax are blazing a scorching trail on the UK’s live scene

After approval from Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Royal Blood, the Hastings band are learning from the best as their live reputation heats up.