KOJ

LIMF Academy Launchpad - North West

KOJ is a Liverpool rapper whose powerful blend of grime, rap and punk has made him one of the city’s most exciting emerging voices. Known for his raw storytelling, social commentary and emotionally honest lyricism, he creates music that speaks to the realities of modern Britain. Supported by BBC Radio 1Xtra, Spotify, Apple Music and major music publications, KOJ’s acclaimed debut EP ‘Villain With A Conscience’ established him as an artist unafraid to challenge, connect and inspire through his music.

Youth Music NextGen Fund, North West

Roukaya B is a soulful singer, songwriter and musician from Salford whose music blends soul, jazz and rap with a distinctive “analogue in a digital world” sound. A compelling live performer, she has appeared at venues including the AO Arena, Aviva Studios and Soho House, while also fronting major campaigns for Manchester United, Adidas and The Stone Roses. From national television appearances to headline shows and radio support, Roukaya B is quickly establishing herself as one of the North West’s most exciting emerging artists.

Youth Music Nextgen Fund, Yorkshire & The Humber

Cherry Seraph is an independent, Yorkshire-based artist, producer, and musician who often explores themes of sexuality, identity, self, and belonging through an electronic and alternative pop lens. Originally a classically trained flautist and an avid writer of poetry, she produces and engineers all her work inside her home studio. She has been broadcast live and on air for BBC Introducing, Subtle, and has performed across the UK in her solo show setup. 

Youth Music NextGen Fund, London

Righteous Reck is an artist, producer and creative facilitator whose work bridges music, education and community. After teaching himself music production as a teenager, he built an independent career spanning performance, content creation and youth engagement. Alongside growing a substantial online following and gaining recognition for his music, he has delivered workshops for hundreds of young people, using music as a tool for confidence, creativity and self-expression. 

Livvy K

Youth Music NextGen Fund, North West

Livvy K is a Liverpool-born pop artist whose emotionally honest songwriting blends R&B, dance and experimental influences with infectious hooks and uplifting energy. In the past year, she released her debut EP ‘Finally Free, Finally Me’, earned support from BBC Introducing and BBC Radio, sold out her first headline show, and performed alongside artists including Gloria Gaynor, Sigala and MORGAN. 

Youth Music NextGen Fund, London

IMVN is a London-based artist, producer and violinist creating genre-blurring electronic music that explores identity, transformation and self-discovery. Combining striking visual storytelling with experimental sound, her work has earned support from BBC Introducing, COLORS and Mixmag. 

Youth Music NextGen Fund, London

BEASTIE is a London-based artist, producer and vocalist who writes, produces and engineers his own music. BEASTIE is born from a nickname, a legacy, a community - delicately but firmly creating sound that relates to those who also command a room quietly. Where masculinity meets sensitivity, BEASTIE is shaped by contrast, making music that is moulded by heritage.