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From genre-defying newcomers to future chart contenders, these breakthrough artists are shaping the sound of 2026. A curated list of rising names set to define the year ahead.
On “Blue Disco,” Young Jonn delivers a 21-track album balancing introspection and movement, tracing ambition, discipline, and reward through Afrobeats-led global production.
As Senior Creative Producer at Magnum Photos, William Simeone builds meaningful bridges between iconic photography and contemporary culture through global partnerships, exhibitions, and brand collaborations.
On “Paparazzi, Izakayas and Cowboys,” Simone Sello unites rock, blues, electronic textures, and Japanese influences into a cohesive concept album shaped by travel, movement, and cinematic storytelling.

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Aaron McBee leans into grit and vulnerability on “Who I Am,” a twelve track album shaped by Texas roots, grunge influence, and deeply personal songwriting.
Jim Jonze returns with “Burning Bridges,” a raw, reflective single that channels loss, renewal, and the fire-lit clarity shaping his upcoming EP.
Hercules & Love Affair return with “Someone Else Is Calling,” a hypnotic single and video celebrating queer joy, tension, and dance-floor catharsis.
Salford's Patchwork Rattlebag release their debut album 'Fragments 1' via YMTC - a genuinely distinctive blend of psychedelic electronic music, experimental guitar work and haunting vocal textures.
KiKi Holli returns with “WISH,” a vibrant pop-rock track blending ’90s nostalgia, emotional depth, and her signature warm, expressive vocals.
Ten performers brought collective improvisation to Goldsmiths, using Renée Baker's graphic scores as frameworks. The Noisy Women Present collective champions accessibility in experimental music.
Tigersonic and Akira are making music with coin tosses and the ancient I Ching divination system. Their chance-based collaboration on tracks 'Feng' and 'Tai' proves chaos can sound surprisingly coherent
Meet the creative behind next year's BRIT Awards trophy design.
Ahead of the release of A Thousand Blows season two, 1883 Magazine is exclusively revealing a first look at brand-new production shots featuring its all-star cast.
“Coming Home” finds Donna Lewis and David Lowe at their most heartfelt, blending warmth, hope, and soft electronic textures in a single that celebrates love, memory, and quiet comfort.
Jess Jacobs brings depth and quiet intensity to If You See Something, an indie drama exploring migration, love, and truth through the story of an Iraqi doctor seeking asylum in
Independent pop artist kylekelly drops “break up this time,” a catchy, emotional track closing one chapter and opening another. Fresh from his global tour with Daniel Seavey, he continues shaping