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
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
9th 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
Her latest track follows on from her recent releases ‘Maybelline’ and ‘Unbloom’.
9th December 2025
Fresh from the release of her third project ‘Incurable Optimist’ — not to mention a special Christmas EP — Hohnen Ford is in demand and learning to stand her ground.
8th December 2025
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
8th December 2025
Immersive, emotion-excavating soundscapes of grief and growth.
27th November 2025
Around the release of their latest EP ‘Plan 76’, The Orchestra (For Now) share the merits and pitfalls of being one of the country’s buzziest and overtly maximalist new groups.
27th November 2025
Bittersweet anthems of the indie-rock persuasion.
20th November 2025
3-5 Stars
Well poised to remain on course to becoming a true cult band.
19th November 2025
Yorkshire heavy-hitters who are making their mark.
13th November 2025
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
10th November 2025
The singer has called her latest offering “the first real protest song that I’ve ever written”.
6th November 2025
Atmospheric indie-pop that speaks to universal truths.
6th November 2025
4-5 Stars
Playful, theatrical, gigantic post-rock.
31st October 2025
4 Stars
Both intimate and untamed.
31st October 2025
The intriguing masked outfit shaking up London’s electronic scene.
30th October 2025
The former Big Deal member has also shared the title track from the record.
29th October 2025
4 Stars
It hits hard across the board, balancing garage-fuelled energy with darker, introspective cuts.
29th October 2025
Ahead of her turn playing The Great Escape’s First Fifty showcase, we find out more about what makes Dublin alt-pop riser Annie-Dog tick.
27th October 2025
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
27th October 2025
The dazzling disco jewel in London’s underground crown.
23rd October 2025
3-5 Stars
A beautiful EP that proves she’s more than ready for whatever her next step may be.
22nd October 2025
Featuring Yard Act, Death Cab For Cutie, Graham Coxon, Maisie Peters and more.