2024 RESIDENTS

NOTTINGHAM

JAYAHADADREAM

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Cambridge-born, Jamaican-Irish rapper and singer JayaHadADream is known for her articulate cadence and melodic sound. Having performed across the UK and collaborated globally, her 2023 highlights include a 'Sounds Of The Verse' freestyle for Sir Spyro’s 1Xtra show and a feature in the BBC Introducing Cypher.

NEW YORK

HIPSY GAP

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Brooklyn-born Hipsy Gap is a 5-piece band that challenges the status quo of indie rock with electrifying pop melodies and 90s rock energy. Their songs evoke a bittersweet nostalgia, and their live shows are contagiously energetic.

NEW YORK

ELIZABETH WINTERBOURNE

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Indie pop artist Elizabeth Winterbourne, originally from Tucson, AZ, blends her folk roots with a dreamy pop sound and classical voice training to create an ethereal soundscape. To date, her big-ticket gigs include Bowery Electric and opening a New York Fashion Week show.

LONDON

ZAR

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Zar (Arun Dhanjal), a core member of DAYTIMERS, is known for his eclectic blend of melodic electronic music. As a DJ, producer, and drummer, he merges UK Garage, Techno, and Hip Hop influences with psychedelic aesthetics. Zar is currently crafting his debut album and has recently been recognised by DJ Mag as one of the up-and-coming artists to watch this end of year.

Check out his new single, Rivulets, described by DJ Mag as "a sparkling club weapon with bags of depth". Join Zar on his new monthly show on Voices Radio, exploring everything and anything from jazz, rock, dub, ambient and more, but always circling back to the club. 9pm-11pm, first Tuesday of the month.

LOS ANGELES

KEV KEYS

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Artist, songwriter and producer Kev Keys has racked up a lot of credits on other artists’ songs making beats, mixing, and mastering. In his own work as an independent artist, he draws on soul, lo-fi, R&B, and hip hop. Don’t miss a chance to catch him centre-stage.

LONDON

NITEPLAN

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Niteplan, aka Shaun Keane, is rapidly gaining recognition as a standout emerging producer in the UK house and techno scene. With endorsements from Skream, Danny Howard, Jamie Jones, The Martinez Brothers, and Marco Carola, and DJ bookings in cities like Barcelona, Malta, and Turin, the only way is up.

Listen to his latest release Check This out.

LOS ANGELES

BIATA

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Biata, known for her sets spanning garage, two-step, house, and techno, is making waves across LA and beyond. Having played at venues like Night Shift, The Friend, and Winston House, and recently making a milestone festival appearance at Shabang, it’s set to be a big year for the rising DJ.

LIVERPOOL

JADE EDWARDS

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Liverpool's Jade Edwards is known for her soulful and groovy selections, creating uplifting vibes that keep the dance floor alive. Spanning Soulful House, Garage House, Nu-Disco, and Afro House, her goal is to create sonic spaces for free expression.

LOS ANGELES

AN ONLY CHILD

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Born in New Orleans, An Only Child discovered their voice singing in church at a young age. A trained modern dancer, their intimate and authentic musical style builds on their career as a multifaceted performing artist. They have already gained favour with international tastemaker NTS Radio and booked high-profile shows at the likes of MOCA and The Getty in LA.

LONDON

WA RADIO

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WA Radio, a multidisciplinary collective based in London, excels in music, production, and events. This powerhouse includes DJs, photographers, producers, artists, and visionary creatives. Their mission is to revive community essence through vibrant sounds, rich culture, and memorable experiences.

LONDON

YSANNE

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Ysanne, a DJ/producer and former Phonica Records staffer, holds a residency with leading club promoters Percolate. Having shared line-ups with Roi Perez, Kessler, Dan Shake, Jennifer Cardini, and Job Jobse, her 2023 productions received support and releases from Hammer, Demi Requisimo, and Eluize’s labels, with more to come in 2024.

Ysanne's latest releases

CARDIFF

PAPAYA NOON

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Cardiff-based Papaya Noon, featuring Greg Marriott (multi-instrumentalist, producer) and Annie Akerman (vocals), blend jazz-infused R&B grooves with intimate vocals to create a rich sonic palette. Their soulful single 'Flutter' marked their debut, earning recognition from icons like Snoop Dogg, Missy Elliot, and Fatman Scoop, to name just a few.

Get tickets to see Papaya Noon headlining for Cardiff City Music Festival at The Moon on 7th October 2024.

LONDON

VNEE

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Originally from Glasgow and now based in London, VNEE embodies her hometown's musical ethos with genre-bending energy and an infectious atmosphere. Her eclectic approach to dance music means you can’t help but move.

MANCHESTER

PHOEBE HALL

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York-born, Manchester-based alt-pop artist Phoebe Hall delves into themes of identity and queerness with candid honesty. She is preparing her second EP, further exploring her personal experiences and authentically cultivating a dedicated fanbase.

BRIGHTON

KAISHA

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Malaysian-born, UK-based Kaisha’s sound is a blend of futuristic neo-soul, jazz-esque breakdowns, and R&B grooves. Her recent EP delves into themes of self-discovery, offering a fresh and introspective take on R&B and soul.

LONDON

JACK PAGE

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Jack Page, a rising star from New Zealand, fuses soul, jazz, and pop, amassing millions of streams online. Recently relocated to London, Jack is touring his latest record ‘Run Into the Night’ across the UK.

LONDON

SATRA SIA

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Satra-Sia is an eclectic London-based DJ. She plays in a distinct open format style; blending across genres, eras, and cultures. You will always be surprised by her sets, bringing something special and unique to each performance. Satra-Sia is also the resident DJ for creative collective, Friends in My Ends.

MANCHESTER

SOPHIA

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British Cypriot DJ and Presenter SOPHIA, based in Manchester, delivers high-energy sets that uniquely blend UK Garage, Global Club, Dancehall, House, and more. She also hosts 'New Dance Flavas' on Reform Radio, showcasing the best in underground dance music.

NORTH WALES

URMA

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Urma, a DJ from North Wales, is known for her relentlessly high-energy, heavy, and eccentric selections across a broad range of electronic genres and bpms. She takes listeners from elevator music to dubstep, UKG, breaks, jungle, DnB, donk, and beyond.

NEW YORK

AMANDA BARISE

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Amanda Barise, rising Alt-Jazz singer-songwriter from NYC. Known for her viral arrangements and collaborations with Third Reprise, Joe, Melt, TimaLikesMusic; listen to her viral performance of “Defying Gravity” below.

LOS ANGELES

RAECOLA

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RaeCola, a DJ and production duo based in Los Angeles have forged their signature sound of ghetto tech house and booty bass. Born and raised in Chicago, they pay homage to the birthplace of house music while advancing the genre with their unique twist.

LONDON

ASHA GOLD

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Asha Gold, pulling from R&B to pop, has caught the attention of tastemakers, earning a spot as one of BBC Asian Network's Future Sounds 2021 and receiving airplay from Annie Mac on Radio 1. Her dynamic performance style continues to captivate audiences across London’s live music scene.

MANCHESTER

JADE LOUISE

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A rising star in the UK drum and bass scene, Jade Louise has supported notable artists like AMC and Sub Zero. This year started with a guest mix on Charlie Tee’s BBC Radio 1 show, with international bookings including Break Away in Greece, Hidden in the UK, and Raveyard’s Woodlock in Belgium.

LEEDS

WILL DRUID

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Middlesbrough-born, Leeds-based DJ Will Druid, founder of Drip, a queer-centric party, keeps his sets 'fun and fruity'. Drawing inspiration from the queer clubs of 90s New York and the sharp underground sound of the UK, expect diva vocals, thundering kick drums, and a signature serving of zest.

NEW YORK

RACHEL PRANCER

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Kicking off her first headline tour this year, rising indie artist spiderblush offers a unique take on classic indie and alternative music, fusing elements of rock, punk, shoegaze, and punk.

LONDON

NOLI

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Noli, a London-based DJ, producer, and violist, offers idiosyncratic production and DJ sets found on community-focused radio stations like Subtle, Voices, and Brixton Radio. Their SoundCloud is a library of party-starting DnB and Jungle mixes.

Noli's latest release

LONDON

BLUE RINGED BABY

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Blue Ringed Baby, based in London, combines ambient jazz with the raw energy of UK jungle. Best experienced offline, this producer/DJ/visual artist draws inspiration from the internet of the past, expertly tying sound design into curated parties. His discography includes edits that resonate even in empty rooms worldwide.

LOS ANGELES

RM47

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RM47, the Los Angeles-based duo of Raleigh and MAAD, fuses nostalgia with the Alt-Electro-RnB genre to create a distinctive sound that has gained local and international acclaim. With their music played on BBC Radio and KCRW's "Mornings Become Electric," they are poised for another landmark year with a series of upcoming releases and live performances.

NEW YORK

AMBROSE GETZ

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Brooklyn-based art-pop singer-songwriter Ambrose Getz performs regularly on the New York gig circuit. Her debut album, 'Great House of Embers,' was well-received in 2023, blending jazz, folk, and rock.

BIRMINGHAM

SOULQU3ST

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Birmingham's DJ SOULQU3ST loves exploring global music, seamlessly blending genres with a preference for percussive heavy sounds that demand dancing. Building steam on the gigging circuit, locally and internationally, big-ticket shows are in the works.

NEW YORK

HIEN

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Brooklyn-based singer, producer, and sound designer Hien combines soulful vocals with ethereal electronic beats, creating a distinct style of left-field pop. Her versatility has taken her to stages across Europe, Asia, and the United States, including roles in musicals like Miss Saigon and SIX.

NEW YORK

JEROME SLOSS

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Jerome Sloss, a skilled multi-instrumentalist, blends jazz, soul, blues, hip-hop, rock, and pop across various musical landscapes. His dynamic live performances and studio contributions continue to push the envelope of modern music.

BRISTOL

KOREN MCINTOSH

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Koren McIntosh is a South-West based artist and resident of The Depo in Plymouth. She's supported the likes of Skream and Eats Everything and has performed at Boardmasters and Nass. Her sound involves stripped-back, deep tech house grooves and her first release, Scarface, is out now.

Koren's latest releases