A band who have always felt that little bit indefinable, upon the release of their third album ‘Secret Love’, Dry Cleaning talk us through building their own world, cryptic lyrics, and the simple joys of making music with close friends.
23rd February 2026
Meet the Manchester-based multi-hyphenate who boasts an ambitious musical appetite, a penchant for the darker things in life, and (for now, at least) quite the memorable wig.
20th February 2026
To celebrate the upcoming BRITs Fringe taking over Manchester, we asked a handful of the city’s key industry figures to tell us more about the local music scene.
19th February 2026
After more than fifteen years of playing in bands and making music, Alice Costelloe is finally releasing her debut solo album; a record that’s taken her on a journey in more ways than one.
18th February 2026
After dropping the blindfold of her religious upbringing, hemlocke springs embarked on an adventure to find her true self. With debut album ‘the apple tree under the sea’, she’s starring as the hero of the story, cementing herself as the most exuberant, innovative pop artist around.
16th February 2026
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
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
Having formed in Miami a decade ago, Magdalena Bay prove that slow and steady really does win the race. Now, having built a meticulous, surrealism-doused world with their ambitious concept album ‘Imaginal Disk’, we meet Matthew Lewin and Mica Tenenbaum ahead of their epic world tour’s final leg to reflect on their dizzying rise to art-pop stardom.
10th February 2026
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
We’ve teamed up with ACS Custom — global specialists in hearing protection and in-ear monitors — to highlight just how important it is to look after your hearing.
6th February 2026
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
In the five years since ‘Night Network’, The Cribs went through a period of self-reckoning and reflection that could have broken a lot of bands. But on ‘Selling A Vibe’, the Jarmans return replenished and still ready to fight the good fight.
8th January 2026
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
What’s In and Out for 2026? The esteemed artists of DIY have their say.
18th December 2025
We’ve teamed up with music promotion platform Musosoup to highlight some of their best recent releases.
18th December 2025
Featuring Yard Act, Death Cab For Cutie, Graham Coxon, Maisie Peters and more.