Hana Lili is a Welsh rock-pop artist , songwriter, and producer carving out a sharper, heavier lane in the UK alternative scene. After a landmark year supporting Coldplay and Circa Waves — alongside her own headline tour — Hana has entered a new creative chapter marked by bolder sonics and more confrontational songwriting. Influenced by Deftones, Nirvana, Pixies, and No Doubt, her sound leans into grunge textures, alt-rock grit, and hook-heavy dynamics. Her lyrics feel diaris

Ownlife is a 22-year-old, Perth-based self-produced electronic artist  blending dance and pop into emotionally charged, club-adjacent soundscapes. Winner of the 2025 WAM Electronic Song of the Year, Ownlife is carving out a distinct space in Australia’s scene — weaving infectious pop hooks into productions that shift between sonic maximalism and intimate vulnerability. Writing, producing, and performing everything himself, he merges producer precision with songwriter instinct

The Frowns  are one of Glasgow’s fastest-rising indie-rock acts, building serious momentum off the back of sold-out hometown shows — including a breakout headline at the iconic King Tut's Wah Wah Hut. Fronted by Lloyd Jackson (vocals/guitar), alongside Mattie Mackinnon (guitar), Louis French (bass), and Ronan Walker (drums), the band channel the sharp-edged cool of early-2000s New York alt-rock — think The Strokes and Interpol — but inject it with a distinctly Glaswegian grit

Cowboy Hunters are Megan Pollock and Desmond Johnston — a Glasgow-based punk duo rapidly becoming one of Scotland’s most talked-about new acts. Formed after their previous band Choka split, the pair met at Edinburgh Napier University and built their reputation the old-school way: relentless live shows, chaotic stagecraft, and a loyal grassroots following across Scotland’s central belt. They’ve supported Sleaford Mods, earned praise from Alex Kapranos of Franz Ferdinand — who

Dea Matrona  are a Belfast-based rock duo comprised of Mollie McGinn and Orláith Forsythe. Known for their blues-infused riffs, tight harmonies and fiercely independent ethos, the pair have built their reputation from the ground up — literally, busking on the streets before amassing a global online following. Early viral busking videos helped introduce their raw talent to wider audiences, even if, as they’ve joked, rewatching them sometimes revealed the odd out-of-tune moment

Mount Palomar  is the moniker of Belfast-born experimental producer Neil Kerr, one of Ireland’s most forward-thinking electronic crossover acts. Kerr’s ascent was immediate and striking — booked to play Berlin’s legendary Berghain just days after his debut live performance, he went on to appear at the iconic venue four times within his first year, including a peak-time Pride slot on the main floor. Beyond Berghain, Mount Palomar has shared stages with acts such as BICEP, Over

Mouth Ulcer s are a four-piece alternative band crafting moody, atmospheric music rooted in the sounds of the 1980s. Blending post-punk, goth, and darkwave, the group creates a haunting yet danceable sonic landscape defined by melodic bass lines, shimmering guitars, and brooding vocals. Describing their sound as “music from the haunted suburbs,” Mouth Ulcers channel the spirit of genre pioneers while delivering a modern, polished edge. Their growing international listener bas

DICE  are an Australian indie outfit built on connection, movement and shared experience. Formed in response to the idea that young people struggle to communicate, DICE create music that feels immediate and communal — songs designed for living in the moment rather than scrolling past it. Their sound blends breezy indie guitars with heartfelt lyricism, capturing the rush of youth and the warmth of friendship. With a growing reputation for feel-good anthems and high-energy live

Heart Sauce  are a Midlands-based alternative outfit known for weaving introspective lyricism with post-punk atmospheres and cinematic sensibilities. Rooted in the rich musical soil of the UK’s central belt, the band balance thoughtful themes with dynamic instrumentation — brooding guitars, driving rhythms and emotive vocals — crafting music that feels both personal and expansive. Their sound often explores existential questions and emotional nuance, positioning them as a com

Body Type  are a propulsive post-punk four-piece from Sydney, Australia, known for their sharp wit, dual-vocal interplay and punchy guitar-driven sound. The band—Sophie McComish (vocals/guitar), Annabel Blackman (vocals/guitar), Cecil Coleman (drums) and Georgia Wilkinson-Derums (vocals/bass)—reconvened in 2024 after a short hiatus to pursue individual projects, returning revitalised and creatively focused. Over the years, Body Type have toured globally alongside major acts i

Afro-Disco Goes Interstellar Pigeon  are a psychedelic five-piece rooted in the English seaside town of Margate, crafting music that feels borderless and transportive. The band features Falle Nioke (vocals, percussion), Graham Godfrey (drums), Josh Ludow (bass), Steve Pringle (keys, synths) and Tom Dream (guitar), with collective credits spanning Little Simz, Michael Kiwanuka, SAULT and Saul Williams. Their debut album OUTTANATIONAL  expands on earlier EPs that earned playlis

Microtonal Mayhem from Another Dimension Angine de Poitrine  are a boundary-warping experimental rock outfit channeling cosmic absurdity and technical intensity in equal measure. Self-described space-time voyagers Klek and Khn de Poitrine lead the charge, crafting asymmetrical, dissonant compositions built around tight, pulsing drum grooves and intricate double-neck microtonal guitar work. Since the release of Vol. 1  in 2024, the band have generated a growing wave of enthusi

Chaos, Catharsis & Comeback Energy Fan Girl  are an Australian outfit from Naarm/Melbourne known for their unruly, high-volume blend of intensity and colour. Their sound thrives on chaotic guitar work, emotional urgency and explosive live performances that feel both cathartic and unpredictable. Following the tragic passing of founding member Jack Wood, alongside the disruption of the pandemic, the band underwent a profound re-evaluation of their identity and direction. Emergi

Manchester’s Underground Tension Boils Over Martial Arts  are an intense five-piece emerging from Manchester’s underground scene. Even before releasing music publicly, the band generated serious word-of-mouth momentum — a rarity that hints at their live impact and mystique. Backed by early support from tastemakers and promoters including Speedy Wunderground, So Young Magazine, Now Wave and Akoustik Anarkhy, Martial Arts have rapidly built a reputation as a must-see act. Their

Brighton’s Sharpest Punk Provocation Lambrini Girls  are a Brighton-based punk trio known for their chaotic humour, political bite and no-filter stage presence. The band features Phoebe (vocals/guitar), Selin (bass) and their tongue-in-cheek credited drummer “Banksy.” With a sound that channels riot-grrrl ferocity through a distinctly modern UK lens, Lambrini Girls have built a reputation as one of the most explosive live acts on the circuit. Their identity thrives on satire,

Full Body 2  are a Philadelphia-based shoegaze project that emerged from the underground scene as a trio before evolving into a duo. Known for their blown-out textures and emotionally submerged sound, they previously released the 2023 EP Infinity Signature , which cemented their reputation for immersive, distortion-heavy dreamscapes. Their music leans into atmosphere over clarity, often feeling like it’s dissolving in real time. With a debut album on the horizon and a major N

media puzzle  are an Australian alt-indie outfit known for blending existential commentary with sharp humour and DIY creativity. Fronted by vocalist Tom Peter, the band thrive on weaving surrealism into their take on modern life — unpacking themes like technology overload, ego, responsibility, love and mortality. Their work often walks the line between absurd and insightful, pairing offbeat visuals with introspective lyricism. With a hands-on, self-directed approach, media pu

Lambrini Girls  are a Brighton-based punk trio made up of Phoebe (vocals/guitar), Lilly (bass) and their tongue-in-cheek credited drummer “Banksy.” Known for their confrontational humour, riot-grrrl spirit and politically charged energy, Lambrini Girls have built a reputation as one of the UK’s most explosive live acts. Their debut album WHO LET THE DOGS OUT  cements their arrival with snarling guitars, biting satire and unapologetic feminist fury. Blending chaos with sharp s

modernlove.  are an indie-pop quartet from Drogheda, Ireland , formed in 2016 by childhood friends Barry Lally (vocals/guitar), Graham Fagen (guitar), Daniel Rooney (bass) and Cian McClusky (drums) . Emerging from a small-town backdrop, the band have built a reputation for larger-than-life indie anthems rooted in youthful honesty, introspection and infectious future-pop production. Inspired by British indie and new wave acts like Bloc Party, Bombay Bicycle Club, New Order and

ULTRAS  are a five-piece indie rock band from Baile Átha Cliath (Dublin), Éire , delivering loud, loyal and unapologetically Irish guitar music. In under a year, they’ve made serious waves across the Dublin scene, releasing a hattrick of 2025 singles — two of which were named RTÉ 2FM Track of the Week. Their momentum has earned spins on RTÉ 2FM, Cork Red FM, Galway Bay FM and BBC Radio Ulster, alongside international airplay stretching to the US, Europe and New Zealand. Prais