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Robyn Maddox

Northern Ireland

 

Belfast-based songwriter Robyn Maddox’s music is rooted in theatrics. Drawing from a lifelong love of film, Maddox marries introspective lyrics with stories, transporting listeners to worlds that are “dreamy, dramatic & full to the brim of Hollywood charm” (Chordblossom). She has received praise from BBC Introducing, MCD Productions and GoldenPlec. 'HEIST' will be a five-track concept EP about mental health told through the narrative of a film noir-inspired jewellery heist. It will have a release campaign featuring singles, a music video and a launch gig in November 2026.

 

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Robinson's Village

Greater London

 

Robinson’s Village is the ambient project of Nottingham-born, London-based artist James Burns. Blending reverb-soaked tape loops with layers of warped modular synths, his sound explores the fragile beauty of decay and imperfection. He's looking to put out his next ambient release later on this year. This will be the follow up to the debut EP for his project, Robinson's Village. It will be a string of ambient tracks put together from my previous experimentations focusing on tape loops. It will precede his debut album which will be arriving end of 2025.

 

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Righteous Reck

Greater London

 

Righteous Reck is a South London rapper and producer known for sharp lyricism and vivid storytelling. His work blends personal experience with social commentary, delivered through electrifying live performances and community-rooted projects like Tracks on Tap, a platform dedicated to amplifying the voices of emerging UK rap talent. 'Smoke & Mirrors' is a multidisciplinary story told through theatre and music. The project follows two schoolboys stuck in detention, who secretly long for each other’s lives. It addresses vital issues such as class inequality, knife crime and teenage drug abuse. Narrated through a theatrical performance and a corresponding EP.

 

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RHAINE

East Midlands

 

RHAINE, 20, is a British-Zambian multi-instrumentalist producer, singer, and writer. Her music has received widespread acclaim and extensive radio play, earning her the title of BBC Introducing Artist of the Week on several occasions. Concocting dreamy soundscapes in each track, her musical style fuses folk, soul and psychedelia. "This eight-track album will be a love letter to my cherished mixed heritage, weaving together elements of Zambian and Western folk as well as psychedelic soul influences with the help of an array of musicians, to create a memorable and emotive collection of songs."

 

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PABLÓGYAL

North West

 

PABLÓGYAL is a 26-year-old soul, jazz, and electronic vocalist and genre-blending DJ, carving a path in music whist balancing a full-time job. Healthier, clearer, and more driven than ever, she's chasing the dream—big or small—with the goal of turning passion into freedom. 'Pending Patience' is an EP of 3-4 songs she is working on to release. "Time is precious and patience is a virtue however, there is no age where you can't restart to essentially discover your sound and where you're meant to be."

 

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nightspore

Greater London

 

nightspore is Mike Tellalis (Μιχάλης Τελλάλης), a self-taught artist from Cyprus. Having studied music & archaeology in Scotland, nightspore weaves elements of Anatolian and Western folk music into an indie rock package, heavily dosed with 'digital psychedelia'. 'Bedroom Folk' is a 12-track LP, recorded with collaborators at Roundhouse Studios. The project will include professional production, mixing, and a release campaign with music videos, marking Mike's transition from DIY recordings to a fully fledged debut album, culminating in live performances to present the work to new audiences.

 

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Melika

North West

 

Manchester-born Persian artist, Melika, makes music that drifts between neo-soul, jazz fusion, and psychedelic layers. She experiences music visually, translating colours into songs that feel warm, honest, and a little otherworldly. Her work is about creating something people can step into, a space where they can hear, feel, and heal. Her debut jazz fusion EP will feature five original tracks, created in collaboration with Manchester and London producers. Through studio recording, professional mixing, and a digital marketing campaign, this project will shape Melika's artistic voice and establish my presence in the UK jazz and fusion community.

 

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Madeleine May

Yorkshire & the Humber

 

Madeleine May is an 18-year-old singer songwriter from North Yorkshire, who blends girl next door chic with raw vulnerability. Inspired by the likes of Lizzy McAlpine, Phoebe Bridgers and Joni Mitchell, her songs are packed with teenage angst and retrospective lyrics complemented with memorable melodies. She is intending to record a studio album with professional production, hoping to release this year and play live shows.

 

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Lottie Gray

East England

 

Lottie Gray spent her childhood nurturing her imagination, conjuring stories from her bedroom. Creating an intimate, open conversation, Gray writes exactly how she feels. Weaving moody, emotive tales with pop-infused tracks and blending elements from pop, folk and Americana, Gray creates an immersive sonic landscape grounded in authenticity and honesty. After self-funding the recording process of her EP, she plans to release her six-track debut in 2026. With creative ideas for promotion and building an audience, she is excited to get her music out into the world independently.

 

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Lleucu Non

Wales

 

Bilingual musician and animator Lleucu Non fuses music and visuals into bold, immersive experiences. Her songs and animations combine to create work that is playful, emotive, and unmistakably hers. She will record and release a six-track bilingual EP, supported by strong visuals and new collaborations. It will combine her music and visual art practice and give her the chance to develop professionally while also supporting other young creatives.

 

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