10 New Artists You Need To Listen To ASAP
Discovering new artists is the best way to stay on top of your music game. Impress all your friends by showing them all the new artists you know. 2019 has barely started, but here’s 10 new artists that you need to listen to ASAP, they could become your new favourites.
1. King Princess
A vocalist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer, 20-year-old King Princess is an artist to keep an eye on. Being hailed for bringing a young and queer perspective to pop, her debut EP has been met with critical acclaim. Even Harry Styles tweeted a lyric from her debut single ‘1950’. Not too bad if you ask me.
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2. Imbibe
Created in Byron Bay, Australia and currently living in Berlin, Imbibe have given psych-pop a futuristic makeover. Similar to Tame Impala and Daft Punk, Imbibe’s alternative pop will instantly be added to your favourites playlist. Their move to Berlin has changed their sound into a cooler attitude, but their clean aesthetic still remains.
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3. Amilli
Although still being in early days, Amilli’s debut single ‘Rarri’ has already passed 2 million plays on Spotify. Soulful and minimalist, her approach to music is timeless yet modern. With plans to play shows in Europe and the US in 2019, get ready to hear more and more about this new artist as she rises to fame.
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4. Boy Pablo
If you’re a fan of Rex Orange County and Mac DeMarco, you’re bound to fall in love with Boy Pablo. Consisting of Nicolas Pablo Rivera Munoz and his college classmates, Boy Pablo’s music is witty and tropical, creating the perfectly relatable summer pop album.
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5. Beabadoodee
Creating relatable indie-folk, the Gen Z songwriter and vocalist Beabadoobee will be your next favourite female artist. Her lyrics address all the trials of growing up – from having crushes to being kept awake by your thoughts. Delicate yet personal, give Beabadoobee a try.
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6. Che Lingo
“Emojis don’t replace emotions.” Full of British flavour, Che Lingo creates vibrant R&B with lyrics that reflect on current life and the influence of technology. Starting out by performing at local clubs in his hometown, Che Lingo now has his sights set on something a little bigger.
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7. Chai
Chai isn’t your average Japanese punk band. Combining sugary-sweet aesthetics with body-confident messages in their eclectic debut album ‘Pink’, Chai will become your next favourite artist. Ranging from punk to pop and electronic, what more could you want?
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8. Cautious Clay
Experimenting with R&B and Soul, Cautious Clay will leave you thinking about the deep questions in life while getting your music fix. Comparable to Frank Ocean and Blood Orange, his work is minimalist yet fun. And his voice is heavenly, so there’s that too.
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9. Cuco
A California native, Cuco blends timeless and dreamy melodies with modern synths and unique sounds. Cuco perfectly captures that nervous but excited feeling before confessing your feelings to your crush in his song ‘Lo Que Siento’. Currently creating music from his bedroom studio, you’ll feel right at home while listening to Cuco.
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10. Cola Boyy
Get ready for a little bit of the bizarre. Cola Boyy’s music is like a fever dream, combining synths and pinched vocals with disco-pop and 70s funk, while addressing some deep topics. Like Tame Impala and MGMT? Then you’ll love Cola Boyy.
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