The Blonde List: Ten emerging artists on their way to greatness

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Blonde Vibrations is calling the shots on what's next. These emerging artists are about to be everywhere from your feeds, playlists, screens, to festival line-ups. Get ready to meet the new wave of music makers who are bold, experimental, and are paving their own path to success.

CATTY

If the fearless verve of Lady Gaga collided with the ethereal, boundary-pushing soul of Lana del Rey, the result would feel something like singer-songwriter CATTY. Pair that with her entirely fitting visual world, darkly romantic and self-possessed, and you get her anthemic pop-rock universe in full bloom. With her 2025 EP 'Bracing For Impact', now officially platinum at Blonde Vibrations HQ, CATTY proves just how far her creative spectrum stretches. With punchy hooks to exposed softness in quieter moments, the project is as much a battle cry as a confessional. She has also mastered the art of modern mystique, utilising social media as a living moodboard for a new era, notably teasing new track 'pavlov's dog' with hypnotic omnichord snippets that feel intimate and spellbinding. It seems we are only scratching the surface of what CATTY is capable of, waiting for the world to catch up to her vision, which is already fully formed. She is truly going to ascend, and watching her bring this world to life feels like a true prophecy.

Girl Group

When the tagline reads 'born out of spite' you already know this will not be a polite introduction but a declaration. Girl Group has already been cutting through industry noise with a sound and ethos that feels undeniably authentic. Formed out of frustration with the glaring lack of opportunity afforded to them compared to their male counterparts, they chose resistance, volume over silence, and we are listening. They offer fury with a pulse and hooks with purpose. With their new EP 'Little Sticky Pictures' set to land this spring, and tracks like 'Rage Song' and 'She Does' already out in the wild, this era feels a sure thing to catapult Girl Group onto more playlists and into bigger conversations. They balance unmistakable talent with a magnetic, resistant personality, and we are rooting for them without hesitation. If you are stepping into their world for the first time, consider 'Flink Pike' your entry point, just do not be surprised when you are drawn in for a permanent residence in the Girl Group sphere.

Avery Lynch

There is a reason why Avery Lynch’s corner of the internet keeps growing by the day. She captures the female experience of love and heartache with a rare kind of nuance, songs that feel like conversations, as if she is right there holding your hand through every crush and moment of confusion. We see an earnest warmth placed within her music, even in its saddest moments. Tracks like 'the boys who don’t know what they want' and 'think about it' gently guide listeners through emotions we have all universally felt but do not always know how to name. Her sound feels relatable without ever feeling heavy-handed. When Avery leans into melancholy, it lands with real weight that shows her strength as a storyteller and her ability to turn personal feelings into shared experiences. Just as clear is the care she has for her fanbase. There is a genuine sense of connection in everything she does, making her not just a compelling songwriter but a well-rounded artist whose world feels safe and comforting when you most need it.

Elle Coves

Right here, officer. We know you have been on the lookout for the next big pop girl, and yes, it is Elle Coves. The evidence? Tracks like 'Peace' and 'All Of America' for starters. Elle's songs feel handwritten and effortlessly catchy in that lightning-in-a-bottle way, making her a breath of fresh air in pop right now. There is an ease to everything she releases, like you are being let in on a secret rather than sold a persona. There is a melodic, emotionally precise feel to her confessions, finished off with a modern buzz perfect for late-night drives and repeat listening. She has kicked off 2026 with momentum already, with new single 'Please Don't' offering a clear glimpse into where she’s heading sonically, softer at the edges and sharp at the core. She is firmly on our must-see-live list, so maybe one day we will absolutely be fighting you for tickets. We love her energy, and this is the assured sound of an artist who knows exactly who she is.

Miso Extra

Once you enter the Misoverse, you will want to stick around. Miso Extra thrives in the in-between, crafting music that feels playful yet exploratory and constantly bends and blends genres. Her debut album 'Earcandy' is proof that Miso isn’t interested in staying inside neat pop boundaries. It is a bold, multi-dimensional body of work that positions her not just as an emerging artist, but as a creative architect of her own sonic universe. Her desire to become the musical role model she did not see growing up radiates throughout, showing that you do not have to smooth out your edges or abandon your roots to make boundary-pushing music that resonates. There is a joyful fearlessness to her work, each track shapeshifting to come alive. The momentum of her album was just a starting point, and her latest offering, 'Right Here', illustrates that this rise is only accelerating. If Miso Extra somehow passed you by in 2025, do not expect history to repeat itself this year.

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Lucky Iris

Lucky Iris first turned our heads with their crunchy, chaotic banger 'play me like a speaker,' a track that thrums with unhinged energy and hypnotic trance, letting their boldest side take center stage as the headline act. Now, with the release of their EP 'fall in love with the dj', that feeling has been dialed up tenfold. This is music that sticks in your head like a delicious glitch, static you want to get lost in. Lucky Iris embraces every facet of themselves, crafting tracks they would want to hear out in the wild, and in doing so, they have built a fearless, genre-bending sound that fills the room with a mischievous and magnetic vibration. Every song pulses like it is alive, a blend of textures designed to pull listeners in and keep them hooked. They have practically invented a subgenre of their own, one capable of pulling anyone out from winter despair straight into the flashing, throbbing light of the club. Bold and messy, Lucky Iris is unapologetically here, crunch and all.

Ellur

For fans of Nieve Ella, Holly Humberstone, and Stevie Bill, Ellur is an artist stepping into her moment. With the release of her 2025 EP 'God Help Me Now', she surpassed expectations and delivered a release that felt refined, and perfectly in tune with the future of indie music. What sets Ellur apart is her intention and impactful songwriting, with no filler or excess. She nails emotional precision and sharp melodies. Watching her momentum build over recent months has been a privilege, and this EP marks a clear turning point where promise shifts into presence. As she prepares to release her forthcoming album 'At Home In My Mind' and to take the new material on the road this April, this feels like the moment to pay attention. Ella has that homegrown feeling where she is not necessarily chasing indie credibility but creating what organically feels right in the moment and uses music as a canvas to explore candidly. She defines her own lane, and it is only getting brighter from here on out.

Absolutely

Blonde Vibrations adores an artist who moves through the world entirely on her own terms and Absolutely does just that. She is unapologetic, uncontained, and blissfully unconcerned with anyone else’s definitions of creativity or purpose. Her dreamworld is painted in full colour, and we are invited inside to see this space through her eyes. The music output is tender when she wants to be and powerful when she needs to be. Absolutely's upcoming album, 'Paracosm' is a delicate yet daring exploration of heartbreak and identity, one we have had the privilege of experiencing in full during an early listen, and it feels nothing short of groundbreaking. It is a body of work that blurs the line between fantasy and feeling, expanding the lens of childhood through its visual language and imaginative direction, like a lucid dream you do not want to wake up from. There is something effortlessly mesmerising about what she has created here. She refuses to remain stagnant for even a second, with each track reaching higher than the last, and production that quite literally aims for the stars and lands among them. With her otherworldly presence and hazy, dream-pop sensibilities, she is already turning heads across the music scene. This feels like the beginning of a long, sparkling future for Absolutely that will continue to enchant with every step.

Liang Lawrence

Liang Lawrence is an artist we have been watching grow in the most satisfyingly organic way, the kind of steady rise that signals someone who understands both her craft and her pace. What sets Liang apart is her rare ability to sit with heavy topics and still leave room for light. She navigates difficult emotions with a balance of humour and genuine compassion, tracing her thoughts delicately and with intention. There is an ease to her songwriting that feels effortless on the surface, yet there is an almost meticulous hand underneath, whimsy meeting precision. That intimacy carries seamlessly onto the stage. Her music becomes something immersive in a live setting, anchored by a voice and her charisma, which is simply intoxicating. She draws you in and keeps you there. Her latest EP, 'Such A Funny Thing', explores universal experiences through a deeply personal lens, and the standout track 'Lila' is a shining example of Liang’s thoughtful, emotionally intelligent songwriting. Liang's world is tender and observant, and she will go on to achieve wonderful things this year.

Nxdia

Nxdia has a way of keeping listeners perpetually on edge, every new release is a tease, a promise of something playful and addictive. Their 2025 mixtape 'I Promise No One’s Watching' created a blueprint for effortless indie-pop sound. Standout track 'Boy Clothes' quickly became a fan favourite, showcasing their knack for writing memorable hooks (the track is already back in my head...) There is a thrilling tension in Nxdia’s music with lyrics that throw inhibitions to the wind, yet are balanced by glimpses of vulnerability and charm. The sound feels raw and grungy, but there is a fluidity to its movement that plays with identity and self-love. While some artists might slow down to catch their breath, Nxdia thrives on momentum. Their new single 'Cool' is dropping this week, looks to be another addition to an already stunning alt-pop discography. Nxdia succeeds in making an unapologetic catalogue, curated with a blend of rebelliousness and warmth that feels ultimately endearing, you honestly root for them to succeed.