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Chloe Qisha on playing Wembley, popstar ambitions, and latest single ‘So Sad So Hot’ for DIY’s Class of 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

Belfast band Chalk on their ‘Conditions’ EPs and upcoming debut album for DIY’s Class of 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

Get To Know… Ellur

Infectious indie from Halifax’s newest North Star.

15th January 2026

Nell Mescal talks trusting her gut, emotional vulnerability, and latest EP ‘The Closest We’ll Get’ for DIY’s Class of 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

Nxdia on embracing their identity and debut mixtape ‘I Promise No One’s Watching’ for DIY’s Class of 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

Britainicana band Westside Cowboy talk new EP ‘So Much Country ‘Till We Get There’ for DIY’s Class of 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

Gretel offers up new single ‘Darkness Be My Friend’

The Orchestra (For Now): “It took a long time to find people that we could trust - to not just to follow your ideas, but generate them too”

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