flowerovlove offers up peppy new single ‘Casual Lady’

Her first release of 2026 ponders the question that’s been on everyone’s lips — is having a boyfriend kinda… embarrassing?

17th February 2026

Introducing… Niki Kini

Late last year, global music platform Music Gateway launched their inaugural Breakout Artist Programme. Now — after whittling 600 applicants down to one — they’ve named its winner: get to know the effervescent Londoner who came out top now.

13th February 2026

Class of 2026: Alessi Rose 

The Derby-born artist has already opened for Dua Lipa and won over the ​‘delulu girls’ with her witty and candid indie-pop bangers. Now she’s writing the upbeat anthems that will take her career to the next level.

12th February 2026

Erin LeCount shares new single ‘DON’T YOU SEE MY TRYING?’

The track gets lifted from the pop star’s forthcoming new EP ​‘PAREIDOLIA’, which is due for release later this month.

11th February 2026

Class of 2026: Cardinals 

Cork quintet Cardinals may have spent most of 2025 out on the road, but they’ve still had time to create their expansive debut, ​‘Masquerade’; an album of duality that’s sure to set them even further apart from the crowd.

9th February 2026

The Neu Bulletin (Blossom Caldarone, Bel Cobain, Witch Post and more!) 

DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.

6th February 2026

Class of 2026: Nectar Woode

From Glastonbury to Jools Holland, a tour with Joy Crookes to an EP shaped across two continents; it’s been a whirlwind year for Nectar Woode. Now, heading into 2026, she’s ready to bring people to her new world.

5th February 2026

Get To Know… Ninush

An enchanting new solo venture from one of London’s premier session musicians.

4th February 2026

Class of 2026: The NONE

Made up of more than a few recognisable faces, The NONE are the ferocious new quartet putting ​“loud and ugly” music back on the menu.

3rd February 2026

Class of 2026: Chloe Slater 

Having grown from a shy fangirl into a whipsmart force to be reckoned with, Chloe Slater is entering 2026 as one of her generation’s most vital new voices.

2nd February 2026

Get To Know… Tough Cookie

Emotive alt-rock born from an East London basement.

29th January 2026

Class of 2026: Silver Gore

Having started last year as a name known only to very few, Silver Gore ended it with an ever-growing cult following, a major label record deal, and a debut album in their crosshairs. And it’s not hard to see how; compelling, creative and utterly unconcerned by their peers, 2026 is theirs for the taking.

28th January 2026

Class of 2026: Cliffords 

With recent EP ​‘Salt Of The Lee’, Cliffords proved themselves to be one of Ireland’s bright new musical hopes; now, after a hectic summer of live shows and a rejuvenated sense of inspiration, the sky’s the limit for the Cork quartet.

26th January 2026

The Neu Bulletin (Madra Salach, Heidi Curtis, Cardinals and more!)

DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.

23rd January 2026

Get To Know… Flip Top Head

The Brighton outfit imbuing their art-rock with humour and heart.

22nd January 2026

Class of 2026: Man/Woman/Chainsaw

After doing the rounds on the London live circuit and becoming renowned for their affecting, idiosyncratic sound, Man/​Woman/​Chainsaw may have spent the past few years putting in the hard yards, but it’s paying off.

20th January 2026

Class of 2026: Chloe Qisha

Creating a masterful and meticulous world of sparkling yet amusingly cynical pop excellence, Chloe Qisha is taking her vision to the big leagues.

19th January 2026

The Neu Bulletin (Modern Woman, Chalk, waterbaby and more!) 

DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.

16th January 2026

Class of 2026: Chalk

From the world of their ​‘Conditions’ EP trilogy to their imminent debut album, the Belfast duo have carved out their own sonic lane of electronic-meets-industrial punk. Now, they’re determined to push it as far as they can.

15th January 2026

Get To Know… Ellur

Infectious indie from Halifax’s newest North Star.

15th January 2026

Class of 2026: Nell Mescal

Three years on from releasing her devastating debut single ​‘Graduating’, Nell Mescal’s already ticked off lots of her bucket list. Fresh from a massive year that saw her support HAIM, sign to Atlantic and release a second EP, she’s growing ever-closer to becoming the fearless artist she really hopes to be.

13th January 2026

Class of 2026: Nxdia

Having spent most of their life struggling to find their place in the world, it’s through their bold, self-affirming mixtape ​‘I Promise No One’s Watching’ that Nxdia has finally discovered their voice; now, they’re determined to use it.

12th January 2026

The Neu Bulletin (Alice Costelloe, Flip Top Head, KuleeAngee and more!) 

DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.

9th January 2026

Class of 2026: Westside Cowboy

After their gripping live show secured them a Glastonbury slot and the attention of Island Records imprint Adventure, Westside Cowboy have hardly stopped for a breather. But amid the buzz, the close-knit Manchester quartet remain affable and grounded as they prepare to unveil their second EP.

6th January 2026