Karousel Music, SESAC and the Music Managers Forum (MMF) showcase another 4 brilliant emerging artists who are on the verge of big things - don't miss your chance to catch them at an intimate venue before they blow up
Lea g
After an extraordinary 2023 - marked by the release of her breakout EP Separation Anxiety, a UK and European tour, and a sold-out headline show at London’s Courtyard Theatre - alt-pop artist Lea G returns in 2025 with her most ambitious project yet: THE FLOOD.
Blending raw, emotionally honest songwriting with cinematic, anthemic soundscapes, Lea’s music has been described as what might happen if Florence + the Machine and Orla Gartland collided in a feverish daydream. Produced by Grammy-nominated engineer Isabel Gracefield, her upcoming six-track EP is a powerful exploration of introspection, transformation and vulnerability - anchored by confessional lyrics, swelling strings and soaring alt-pop energy.
Lea was recently selected to perform at the BBC Introducing Live Lounge (July 2025), further solidifying her position as one of the UK’s most exciting new voices in alternative pop. With over a million Spotify streams, features in WONDERLAND and The Line of Best Fit, and placements on editorial playlists such as Apple Music’s New Pop and Spotify’s Zuhause, her audience continues to grow across the UK and Europe.
Lea’s performances are known for their emotional intensity, genre-blending musicality, and magnetic stage presence - making her a perfect fit for festivals looking to showcase the next wave of bold, emotionally resonant alt-pop.
bænch
Danish band BÆNCH don’t hide their international ambitions. Their fresh take on alternative rock has already earned airplay on BBC Radio 1 and Amazing Radio, with audiences and critics alike responding enthusiastically - especially to BÆNCH’s explosive live performances. Their shows strike a balance between nearly stadium-sized gestures and sonic curiosity, blending sing-along choruses, danceable grooves, and intense energy.
In 2025, the band is releasing their debut EP “GO-GO-GO”, was selected for “VEGAs Udvalgte”, and embarking on a headline tour in the fall, as well as performing at major events including Roskilde Festival and by:Larm in Oslo.
“A critic’s favourite post-punk outfit BÆNCH is making waves.\[...\] With darkly textured songs and melancholic atmospherics, tracks like ‘Skipped a Step’ and the freshly released single ‘Fall Behind’ are indicators of the band’s unique potential.” Clash
jerub
Born in Nigeria and raised in Nottingham, JERUB draws on a blend of musical influences and life experiences that have shaped his reflective brand of soulful indie pop.
With over 75 million streams to his name and support from BBC Radio 1, Spotify, Apple Music, as well as over 200 regional radio stations, JERUB’s voice has also captivated live audiences across the UK and Europe at his own sold out headline shows, as well as support slots for notable artists including, JP Cooper, Gavin James, Tom Walker and more recently Victor Ray and Nick Mulvey.
JERUB has also had an incredible list of TV moments including opening the King’s Coronation Concert on BBC1 with Pete Tongs’ Heritage Orchestra, performing his stand out single ‘There Till The End’ for Children In Need, Who Dares Wins Awards, Comic Relief and D Day on BBC1.
JERUB’s naturally effortless style is part of his authentic appeal. “He looks like a star already” is high praise from anyone, let alone from fellow vocal powerhouse Tom Grennan.
Listeners have likened the relatability of JERUB’s hits to Tom, as well as Myles Smith, Teddy Swims and Lewis Capaldi. His undeniable ability to seamlessly blend personal, revelatory songwriting with alluring, chart-ready production has put JERUB firmly en route to mainstream success.
With an unparalleled ability to connect through music and an ambitious touring schedule ahead, 2025 is shaping up to be JERUB’s biggest year yet. The Wonder Years Tour sees JERUB hit 14 cities across the UK, Ireland, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, France and the Netherlands, in November and December of this year.
speakman
Todd & Guy Speakman are an electronic music duo; hailing from Glastonbury deep in the famous Isles Of Avalon in England. They have received growing support from major scene influencers such as Keinemusik, John Digweed, Lane 8, George Fitzgerald, Pete Tong, Lauren Laverne, Huw Stephens, Marsh, Jody Wisternoff (Anjunadeep) and Sasha. Both singles have already received extensive radio plays on BBC radio including Introducing Future Anthem and Forward has racked up over 3k radio spins and charted #6 in the indie radio dance charts.
Their early potential was recognised with BBC Introducing and support on BBC Radio 1, 6 Music, as well as a hugely coveted Glastonbury performance which ended up televised as part of the BBC’s Glastonbury coverage. They were also asked by rock legend Perry Farrell for a remix on a career-defining box set, choosing ‘Milky Avenue’ alongside Sasha and other leading names like Maceo Plex, Groove Armada, Solomun, Francois K and UNKLE. They have also recently turned in a collaboration with New Zealand shoegazers French For Rabbits which was Beatpot Top #10 in Electronica and a remix for John Digweed’s legendary Bedrock Records label which also hit Top #5 in Melodic House Releases.
The brothers grew up in a musical family, raised immersed in the rich heritage and musical culture of their Somerset origins from dance music to psychedelic rock. The duo’s musical path took off after moving to London and forming ‘Speakman’. They combine UK bass music with deep rhythms, atmospheric soundscapes and cinematic backdrops with rave hugging riffs, euphoric lead synths and stunning lush melodies that can be as introspective and awe-inspiring to soundtracking warehouse raves and full on festivals.
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