Every Saturday from 8pm to 10pm on BBC Radio London, Jess Iszatt hosts and produces the BBC Music Introducing program, which features the best undiscovered and underappreciated performers from London. On Magic Chilled, Jess also hosts a show from 4 to 8pm on weekdays, playing upbeat, contemporary songs from the 1990s, 2000s and now. She takes pleasure in being a trendsetter at the forefront of the... read full bio
Electronic artist, producer, DJ, Grammy nominee and remixer Lincoln Barrett, aka High Contrast, has worked with everyone from Coldplay to Kanye West, White Stripes to Calvin Harris. The Welsh-born, bespectacled polymath has long been a prominent figure in the drum'n'bass scene, but he also recently shown his versatility as a musician when he selected the music for the Olympic opening ceremony. He... read full bio
M Huncho, born in London, UK, is a rising British rapper and singer who has made a name for himself in the UK music scene. He first gained attention with his 2017 Mad About Bars online freestyle session, which showcased his raw talent and potential. In October of the same year, he released his first EP "Get Out", which included... read full bio
ShockOne aka Karl Thomas from Perth, Australia's drum and bass capital, has been at the forefront of the genre for the past ten years. With his groundbreaking first LP "Universus," ShockOne made a splash in the music industry. The album, which was published by Viper & One Love recordings, demonstrates his wide-ranging musical talent. It takes the listener on a multi-genre odyssey that... read full bio
Sam Wills, a British native, is quickly rising to the top of the UK's future soul and r&b movement. Wills is a pianist and singer with classical training and he combines a cool UK electronic vibe with traditional US soul and hip-hop influences, including Justin Timberlake, John Legend and Michael Jackson. Sam's debut albums set the bar high with "In The Midst Of It... read full bio
"Lifetime," Romy's first solo single, was released. It is a song about the desire to be reunited with friends, family and the people we love, portraying the ecstasy of being together once again. It was written and recorded in London while the city was under lockdown. It's a song that finds Romy thrilled with possibility and in her own words, is about... read full bio
One of the cornerstones of modern electronic music is Tinlicker. Their music depicts musical environments where dynamic songwriting, cutting-edge sound design and dancefloor sensibilities coexist. Jordi van Achthoven and Micha Heyboer, based in Utrecht, formed the band Tinlicker. Micha's rich aural palette, which he cultivated as a member of the drum and bass group Black Sun Empire, was quickly realized to be the... read full bio
The adventurous brother-and-sister combo Wild Belle creates eclectic, vividly detailed indie music that draws inspiration from many different genres, including reggae, Afrobeat, soul and many more. With the release of their full-length debut, Isles, the duo performed on numerous television shows, went on tour throughout the world and made appearances at significant music festivals. The group chose the independent road and released... read full bio
TRUTH are one of New Zealand's best creative exports. They are sonic architects of songs with an emotional weight as substantial as the subwoofer-rupturing basslines that drive their music. Since its start, TRUTH, who are revered all over the world, have carved a distinct path through the international dubstep scene as award-winning producers and world-class DJs. In addition to hosting Deep... read full bio
The Fontanas produce soulful Latin funk that is powered by brass. With several significant albums, such as their most recent LP "The Luxury Of Time" and their Brazilian-inspired reworking of "Capoeira Mata Uno," the group has honed their style and broken new ground in the festival scene (Movimientos Records). Some of the UK's funkiest musicians make up the ensemble, which... read full bio
Strong live performances and songwriting abilities by Marcus Bonfanti have already won over influential members of the music business and the media, as well as their support. Marcus inherited and embraced his father's tremendous work ethic and insatiable desire for musical exploration. Marcus was born and reared in North London to an English mother and a "dangerously Italian" father. After spending his formative... read full bio
Hayley has been compared to Eva Cassidy, Joni Mitchel, LeAnn Rimes and Kate Bush for her amazing vocal range and distinctive overall sound, which can seamlessly jump from earthy and heartfelt raw emotion to soaring and ethereal heavenly tones. Hayley has supported Tom Jones, Albert Lee, Scouting for Girls, Martha Reeves and Hazel O'Connor in addition to co-writing with twice Grammy-nominated songwriter... read full bio
True Loves is a Seattle-based funk and soul band. Listening to their music is like strolling down your favorite neighborhood street, slapping five with friends, chatting with shopkeepers, having your dark sunglass-clad face admired in their windows, dodging hanging flowerpots and inhaling the comforting aromas of your favorite place. The group itself is a block party. With the addition of percussionist Iván Galvez... read full bio
Jess Williamson, a singer and songwriter from Texas who now resides in Los Angeles, creates deeply felt songs that revolve on her strong voice. This voice is both powerful and sensitive, big room brilliant, quietly euphoric and next to you tender. Her voice is surrounded by a deep-hued tapestry of dusty '70s movies, '90s country music and breezy West Coast psychedelia in... read full bio
A mainstay of the Australian music scene is Ziggy Zeitgeist. Zeitgeist has been able to push the boundaries of improvisation and drum-set technique through touring and recording with Melbourne Nu-Soul/Future-Jazz group, '30/70. With the release of their self-titled debut album, Zeitgeist Freedom Energy Exchange, they have assumed the position of bandleader. A continuous odyssey, sound and groove with the spirit of... read full bio
Three friends in Christchurch, New Zealand, formed the electro-pop group Yumi Zouma as a home recording project. Nevertheless, they soon outgrew their modest beginnings and began to perform live around the globe. Their music gradually changed and by the time of Present Tense, the trio had started to add acoustic instruments and live percussion into their arrangements. They had been balancing... read full bio
The McCrary Sisters, labeled "Nashville music royalty" by NPR, have lost two members of their illustrious family since the release of their recording of "Amazing Grace": sister Deborah and brother Sam, Jr. The legendary trio will release the songs "Shake It Off" and "Run On," which include some of Deborah's final recordings, in an effort to promote healing. "Shake It Off" is... read full bio
LA-based producer YETEP, who supports community-driven music, never ceases to astound the music business with his creativity and uniqueness. YETEP, who started his summit only three years ago, is rapidly making a name for himself in the dance music industry. The inventive producer, who gained a cult-like following as a result of his monthly mix series on Soundcloud, is now... read full bio
Growing up in Stockholm and being completely cut off from any kind of rap tradition, Bladee was forced to invent a new one. He patched together a variety of disparate internet influences with his own vibrant imagination to create a new wave of uncanny and immensely influential, highly unclassifiable type of music, either by himself or with the Drain Gang... read full bio
Two of the most well-known bands of the decade, JOHNNYSWIM and Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors each draw on a variety of musical styles, from contemporary folk and pop/rock to bluesy, southern soul. On their debut EP Farewell Road, which was magnificent and featured the exquisite harmonies of Penny & Sparrow, they first collaborated musically. The album's release landed them a... read full bio
