The Xcerts  are a long-standing Scottish alt-rock trio formed in 2001  and based in Brighton  (vocals/guitar Murray Macleod , bass Jordan Smith , drums Tom Heron ). Known for blending indie rock, grunge-leaning energy, and emotionally direct songwriting , they’ve built a decades-long reputation as one of the UK’s most consistent and impactful alternative acts. Across their career, The Xcerts have merged cathartic emotional honesty with melodic heft on multiple albums and ener

ZEP  are an emerging indie/alt-rock band building momentum with emotionally charged songwriting and anthemic production. Their music blends melodic guitar work, driving rhythms, and direct vocal delivery to create songs that feel both intimate and expansive. With a growing presence online and in live performance circles, ZEP’s sound hinges on honesty without self-consciousness, driven by hooks that land and messages that resonate. “DON’T BREAK”  is a powerful declaration of s

FRIDAY  (often stylised as Friday ) is an electronic music artist and producer who shares music and visuals under the Instagram handle @seenonfriday , with recent releases teased via video clips and official posts. Their sound leans into electronic beats, melodic drive, and club-ready intensity , blending rhythmic energy with immersive textures that bridge dancefloor momentum and introspective moments. The artist’s presence across social platforms indicates a direct, communit

Desert Plaza  are an up-and-coming rock outfit blending alt-rock grit with cinematic expansiveness . Drawing from layered guitars, driving rhythms, and emotionally driven songwriting, the band crafts songs that feel both deeply personal and built for large spaces. Their music leans into vulnerability without sacrificing power, making them a standout in the arena-ready indie/rock scene. Through consistent releases and strong visual presence (like on Instagram (@thedesertplaza)

Sick Joy  are a Brighton-based alt-rock band led by vocalist/guitarist Mykl Barton , known for fusing grunge-inflected rock, industrial touches, and emotionally candid lyricism . Originally emerging from Newcastle’s underground scene before settling in Brighton, Sick Joy have built a reputation for contrasting beauty and ruin —melding widescreen choruses with abrasive sonic textures. Their second album More Forever  (due January 30, 2026 ) pushes this balance further, capturi

New German Cinema  is the solo project of Jessica Weiss , best known as the vocalist of the indie/dream-pop band Fear of Men . Under this new moniker, Weiss explores a more cinematic, introspective pop direction that draws on European art-house influences and post-punk sensibilities. Her forthcoming debut album Pain Will Polish Me —recorded between London and Los Angeles  with producer Alex DeGroot (who has worked with Zola Jesus and Cate Le Bon)—is described as a meditation

Luna May  is an electronic artist blending ethereal vocals with breakbeat and drum & bass rhythms , crafting music that feels both emotionally intimate and club-ready. Writing under her songwriting alias Emma Carn , she first made her mark through high-profile collaborations with Kungs, BUNT., and GANZ , later co-writing for Australian artist Go-Jo . Her collaborative work has amassed over 90 million streams worldwide , with releases spanning influential labels such as Future

Dead Air  are a rising three-piece punk/alt-rock band from South London , made up of Reuben Moonasar  (bass/vocals), Lyle Broom  (guitar), and Richard Greenbury  (drums). Emerging from the UK underground with a gritty, unapologetic sound, they’ve built momentum with raw releases like Fast Food World  and Black Flag , fierce live shows, and a growing reputation for visceral energy and unfiltered emotion. Their upcoming EP World Wide Villainy  (2026) is highly anticipated, expa

Split Keys  is a Helsinki-based indie rock project built around soul-thumping energy, emotional honesty, and the human touch . While rooted in a one-person vision, Split Keys operates as a living community—bringing friends together on stage and in the studio to turn songs into shared experiences. Their debut album Freeway Confessions  (released November 15, 2024) introduced a sound defined by grit, warmth, and sincerity, earning attention for its raw edge and hopeful undercur

Grandson  (Jordan Edward Benjamin) is an American-Canadian singer, songwriter, and genre-blending artist known for combining alternative rock, punk urgency, hip-hop energy, and political commentary . Since his breakout with tracks like Blood // Water  and his continued evolution across albums like Death of an Optimist  and I Love You, I’m Trying , grandson has carved out a reputation for music as protest and personal reflection . His third album INERTIA  (2025) furthers his i

Twat Union  are a six-piece feminist chaos pop-punk band from South London , celebrated for their wild, immersive live shows and fearless, provocative humour. With an all-girl lineup, Twat Union flip everyday frustrations and taboo topics into loud, joyful rebellion—taking on sexism, bodily realities, and the ridiculous assumptions women face in music scenes. Their sound is fast, messy in the best way, and built for collective release, blending punk urgency with pop-leaning h

Wynona Bleach  are a Northern Irish quartet fusing epic shoegaze textures with melodic alt-rock clarity . Officially formed in Belfast in 2018, the band arrived already road-hardened, having previously toured internationally—including Reading & Leeds Festivals  and a 10-date Russian headline tour —under an earlier moniker. After releasing early singles and a self-titled EP, Wynona Bleach took a bold creative leap: relocating a studio from Belfast to an abandoned warehouse in

Dead Rat Society  are a London-based four-piece genre-bending outfit who refuse to be pinned down by any single style. Emerging from a creative experiment during lockdown—originally recording with unconventional tools and blending electronic roots with live performance—the band now fuse punk urgency, dance-punk rhythms, electronic noise, hip-hop energy, and grunge attitude  into a chaotic yet cohesive sound. Their music has been featured on shows like Radio X’s X-Posure, and

SPRINTS  are a Dublin-based garage punk/post-punk band formed in 2019, known for their raw, ferocious sound and high-energy performances . Fronted by Karla Chubb  with Sam McCann (bass), Jack Callan (drums) and Zac Stephenson (guitar), they’ve earned critical acclaim with albums like Letter to Self  (2024) and All That Is Over  (2025), the latter released through City Slang  and Sub Pop  to strong reviews. Their music blends punk urgency with jagged melodies, resonant lyricis

Sydney Shea  is a Los Angeles–based singer-songwriter known for confessional lyrics and emotionally raw storytelling . Her music sits at the intersection of alt-pop and rock, driven by vulnerability, intensity, and a willingness to confront uncomfortable emotions head-on. Rather than smoothing over pain, Sydney Shea leans into it, using sharp hooks and weighty production to give personal experiences a sense of scale and urgency. Her voice carries both fragility and force, mak

Group A.D.  is a brand-new Leeds-based project whose name stands for The Group For Action & Dance . Their music exists in a vivid in-between space—melding dubbed-out rhythms, psychedelic no-wave abstraction, and spaghetti-western orchestral maximalism . Rather than imitating past styles, Group A.D. treats musical history as raw material, pulling fragments from different eras and reassembling them into something uncanny and forward-looking. Across their debut EP, influences fl

PET NEEDS  are a four-piece punk/alt-rock band from Essex, England , formed by brothers Johnny and George Mariott  and now completed by Jules  (drums) and Ryan  (bass). What began as a humble bedroom project quickly escalated into one of the UK’s most vital modern punk bands following their acclaimed debut Fractured Party Music  (2021). Known for relentless live shows, emotional honesty, and breakneck energy , PET NEEDS’ rise has included sold-out tours, global runs with Fran

Ella Red  is an emerging alt-pop artist recognized for her cinematic sound, emotional honesty, and introspective storytelling. Her music explores themes of identity, perception, and emotional disorientation, translating internal experiences into vivid, atmospheric pop. With a style that favors mood and meaning over polish, Ella Red is carving out a space where vulnerability and imagination coexist. “IT’S NOT REAL”  is a haunting, emotionally charged track that dives into feel

Cable Boy  are a five-piece indie rock band from Dublin, Ireland , known for their blend of shoegaze, indie, and “goth disco” textures —a slightly heavier, mood-driven sound that balances ethereal atmospheres with propulsive energy. Originally forming with roots in dreamy indie before expanding their sonic palette post-2020, the band have built momentum through strong live shows, festival appearances, and a steady stream of singles that hint at both introspection and physical

WALTA  is a Brisbane-based artist who broke through in 2024 with her debut EP Age Related Pressure , earning triple j airplay  and launching her first national tour . Her rise has been driven by sharp songwriting, emotional clarity, and a grounded sense of self that resonates immediately. Kicking off 2026 with her first festival appearance at Wildlands , WALTA has quickly positioned herself as an artist on an upward trajectory, balancing confidence with vulnerability. Her rec