Ellur
Yorkshire artist Ellur brings soaring indie guitar songs about growing up and acceptance to Hit The City. The Halifax songwriter is a natural storyteller, with every word counting, inviting listeners deeper into her world. Her new EP, produced by Joel Johnston (FAR CASPIAN), features singles ‘God Help Me Now’ and ‘Yellow Light’ (BBC Radio 1 Track of the Week), blending influences like Sharon Van Etten, Sam Fender and Dora Jar. After SXSW, Reading & Leeds and shows with Robbie Williams and Blossoms, plus praise from NME, DIY, Dork and BBC Radio 1 & 6 Music, Ellur is unmissable live.
Discos Horizontes
From Caribbean cuts to Turkish psych and Cumbia gems, to oddball disco-folk and reggae: Disco Horizontes will make sure you get your feet off the ground. Get ready to dance to the best records coming from all corners of the world.
Curated by Durum Records
Durum Records is a home for boundary-breaking music, where East and West collide to create something fresh, exciting and unmistakably original. Where roots ignite new sounds.
Chica Chica
Psychedelic cumbia, desert-like film scores, and danceable tropical grooves form the basis for Chica Chica’s exciting sound. Born from a desire to travel, this trio takes you on a road trip back in time. Expect funky melodic bass lines, boisterous guitars, and South American percussion, which are organic and gritty, sunny and full of life. Like the analog photo on your favorite LP, it’s the perfect music to dream or dance to. For fans of La Lom, Hermanos Gutierrez, and Khruangbin.
Curated by Durum Records
Durum Records is a home for boundary-breaking music, where East and West collide to create something fresh, exciting and unmistakably original. Where roots ignite new sounds.
Julia Sabaté
The half Spanish, half Dutch Julia Sabaté grew up with two cultures and found that it has its advantages, but it can also lead to inner conflicts. Questions like who are you, how do you identify yourself and what values align with you? This balance came naturally when Julia began to express her thoughts in Spanish. With her third single ‘Hipocresia’ she opens the world of her upcoming album ‘Egoísta’: a collection of twelve songs, each representing a different coping mechanism on the path toward gradually reclaiming yourself.
Owen Bryce
Owen Bryce is a singer-songwriter who is always seeking adventure. His warm, dreamy music within the indie folk-pop genre exudes freedom, euphoria, nostalgia, and emotional depth. His songs touch those who have felt lost or broken and are ready to embrace life anew and make the most of it. Like a gentle breeze, his music invites you to pause, reflect, and feel.
Pixie McCann
Pixie McCann is an indie pop singer-songwriter known for her emotional, highly personal songwriting. Her music blends melodic acoustic elements with contemporary indie pop sensibilities. Her artistry as a singer-songwriter is evident in both her songwriting and on-stage charisma, and she has already begun to carve out a name for herself through a series of notable performances. For those passionate about discovering genuine, emerging talent in live music, following Pixie McCann is essential. Don’t miss one of indie pop’s most promising new voices live on stage.
FIEP
FIEP delivers indie rock that reaches beyond catchy hooks and sharp melodies. For fans of Wet Leg, Porridge Radio and Alvvays, FIEP explores restless thoughts, doubt, and daydreams wrapped in playful observations and unexpected twists. After the debut EP ’77 Stokes Croft’ (2023) and shows at Eurosonic Noorderslag, Paaspop, Zwarte Cross and Dauwpop, FIEP returns with the double EP ‘FRIED RICE, MOON BLISS’ . A more impulsive, playful sound, fueled by live recordings with her five-piece band and bursting with energy.
Pyo
What if Joy Division and Ekkstacy got lost in neon-soaked ‘90s HongKong? That’s what Pyo, the electrifying project of Brussels-based Karel Piot, sounds like. Somewhere between Ekkstacy, Mareux, and The Haunted Youth, Pyo blends modern post-punk and the new wave sounds of the 1980s. In his retro cyberpunk universe, drenched in wavy dreams, Pyo reveals his direct and introspective lyrics.
Bandit
From Liverpool, UK, Alt/Post-Punk four-piece Bandit the band emerged with EPs ‘Here’s To Being Alive’ and ‘The Good Times Are Killing Me’. In 2025 they return with the ‘Scandalous’ EP, led by single ‘Masquerade’, expanding their indie/alternative roots into a darker, shoegaze-tinged post-punk sound driven by guitar noise and introspective lyrics. They’ve earned support from BBC Radio 1, Radio X, BBC Introducing, Dork and DIY, and built a strong live reputation touring with The Reytons, IST IST and Deadletter, plus UK festival and headline appearances.
Slow Crush
Slow Crush is a band that thrives on evolution. After their acclaimed debut Aurora they toured relentlessly, building a global fanbase drawn to their immersive, swirling soundscapes. Their second album Hush continued their ascent, leading to sold-out shows and international acclaim. New music took a back seat for a while as the band focused on life on the road, but the four-year gap between Hush and their latest release brought fresh perspective and creative renewal. Their latest work, recorded with Lewis Johns at The Ranch, layers dreamy vocals with gritty guitars, glitchy textures, and even unexpected saxophone, reflecting themes of emotional burnout, reconnection, and the search for clarity.