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Radio 1's Future Artist of the Month

Every month, Radio 1's presenters and producers pick a new artist who they see destined for big things.

These could be artists at any stage in their career - there is no strict criteria, they're just musicians that Radio 1 sees itself backing in the future.

See who we've picked since Future Artist of the Month first launched...

April 2025 - Nemzzz

Nemiah Simms aka Nemzzz is a fast-rising Manchester rapper who's already collaborated with Central Cee (on the addictive 'RENT'S DUE'), and hit the UK charts with two mixtapes; 2024's 'Do Not Disturb' and 2025's 'Rent's Due'.

Nemzzz performing for ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 1Xtra in 2023

March 2025 - South Arcade

Self-described pop-rock 'Y2Kcore' four-piece South Arcade played a standout set at Radio 1's New Music gig in Halifax, back in 2024. They've since become a regular staple of our Future Sounds and Future Artists shows.

February 2025 – Matilda Mann

Folk sensation Matilda Mann cites Big Thief and Laura Marling as some of her inspirations, and she released debut album 'Roxwell' in Feb 2025.

January 2025 – ATRIP

The electronic artist merges club-ready sonics with dreamy soundscapes.

December 2024 - Victor Ray

The Newcastle-raised talent cites Ed Sheeran, J. Cole and Donny Hathaway as his early inspirations.

November 2024 - Doechii

Before landing a spot in the Sound of 2025 and winning her first Grammy, Radio 1 tipped rapper Doechii as Future Artist of the Month.

October 2024 – Mk.gee

A guitar prodigy unlike any other, mk.gee's breakthrough arrived in 2024 via the 80s-nodding album 'Two Star & the Dream Police'.

September 2024 - Jaz Karis

Gifted South London songwriter Jaz Karis is a regular favourite of Radio 1's Future Soul show.

August 2024 - A Little Sound

Fast-rising D&B star A Little Sound joined Radio 1 for a one-month Residency in September 2024.

July 2024 - POZER

The Croydon rapper's early tracks have a confidence-driven bounce. After being tipped as Future Artist of the Month, he landed a spot in the Sound of 2025 longlist.

June 2024 - Myles Smith

Luton-born popstar Myles Smith broke through in 2024 with the hits 'Stargazing' and 'Nice to Meet You', later being tipped in the .

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May 2024 - Chappell Roan

At the cusp of superstardom, Radio 1 tipped Chappell Roan as our Future Artist of the Month. A few months later, .

April 2024 - Artemas

Breaking through with 'i like the way you kiss me', Artemas is a British pop trailblazer with a serious eye for hooks.

March 2024 - Hannah Laing

The Scottish dentist-turned-DJ specialises in fast-paced, hard-hitting techno and trance.

February 2024 - Etta Marcus

London songwriter Etta Marcus looks poised to have a long and successful career - debut album 'The Death of Summer and Other Promises' set out a stall for boundary-pushing pop.

January 2024 - Sammy Virji

The London DJ has gone on to win Radio 1's coveted Essential Mix of the Year prize, at our 2025 Dance Awards.