TICKETmaster Fresh list 2026

The brightest and hottest new stars

Just delivered – freshly squeezed talent to add to your playlist rotation for 2026.

Our 2026 Ticketmaster Fresh List is here to brighten up your day and give you something new to listen to – and get obsessed with. Get that “I liked them before they were big” feeling and support your new favourite artist from the start.

And what’s more – every artist named on the FRESH List will automatically be nominated for the inaugural Fresh Award at the Ticketmaster Awards next January. This new category puts the decision in fans’ hands, allowing them to vote for their favourite rising act of the year.

Annahstasia

Annahstasia

Soul-stirring vocalist and cinematic songwriter, Annahstasia is on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, spotlighting ten of the most exciting new artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.

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Basht

Basht.

Ireland’s rising rock band Basht., known for sharp lyricism and anthemic hooks, are on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, spotlighting ten of the most exciting new artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.

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Beattie

Beattie

Fast-rising alt-rock talent capturing hearts with her diaristic, unfiltered lyrics whilst building a cult following across stages and socials.

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Ben Walker

Ben Walker

Scottish Young Live Artist winner and hopeless romantic singer-songwriter Ben Walker is on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, spotlighting ten of the most exciting new artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.

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Chloe Qisha

Chloe Qisha

Malaysian-born, UK-based newcomer Chloe Qisha, blending pop with an experimental edge, is on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, spotlighting ten of the most exciting new artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.

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Deyyess

Déyyess

Singer-songwriter Déyyess, turning queer yearning into gut-punch pop, is on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, spotlighting ten of the most exciting new artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.

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Florence Road

Florence Road

Irish indie collective Florence Road are on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, recognised for their atmospheric sound and immersive live performances that mark them as one of the most exciting new acts set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.

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Naika

Naïka

American-born, French-Haitian singer Naïka is on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, recognised for her genre-blending sound that fuses pop, R&B and global influences, marking her as one of the most exciting new artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.

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Nectar Woode

Nectar Woode

British-Ghanaian artist Nectar Woode is on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, recognised for her soulful, heartfelt songwriting and emotive voice, marking her as one of ten exciting rising artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.

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Skye Newman

Skye Newman

South London singer Skye Newman is on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, recognised for her chart-making singles and standout emerging presence, marking her as one of ten exciting rising artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.

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Ticketmaster New Music Guide: Discover It First. Hear It Live.

Let’s be real … the way we find music has changed. You’re not waiting around for a radio DJ to tell you what’s cool. You’re finding it on TikTok, in late-night Discord calls, on YouTube deep dives, and through that one playlist your friend swears by. And when the music hits? You want to be in the crowd, phone up, singing every word.

That’s where the Ticketmaster New Music Guide comes in. This is your monthly drop of the artists you need to know, before they go viral, before they headline festivals, before everyone else catches on. From bedroom pop to alt-rap, K-pop to post-genre weirdness, we’re tracking what’s real, what’s rising, and most importantly: who’s ready to be seen live.

You’ll find new names, new sounds, and links to shows where you can feel it all up close. Because it’s not just about what’s trending – it’s about what’s next. And chances are, your future favorite artist is already booking dates. So whether you’re here to discover, stan, or just vibe… welcome to the front lines of what’s next in music.

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New Music goes festival

Headliners are great but you know what is one of the best parts of festivals? Discovering bands you didn’t know before! Check out the UK’s biggest festivals that showcase up and coming talent on their stages.

The Isle of Wight Festival 2026

18/06 – 21/06/2026

Seaclose Park in Newport / Isle of Wight

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Download

Download XXIII

10/06 – 14/06/2026

Donington Park, Derby

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Pepsi Max presents Parklife 2026

20/06 – 21/06/2026

Heaton Park, Manchester

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Pepsi presents Reading Festival

28/08 – 30/08/2026

Richfield Avenue, Reading

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Pepsi presents Leeds Festival

28/08 – 30/08/2026

Bramham Park, Leeds

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Pepsi MAX presents TRNSMT

19/06 – 21/06/2026

Glasgow Green, Scotland

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New Music Guide

There’s nothing quite like the thrill of discovering your next favorite artist, except maybe seeing them live before the rest of the world catches on. At Ticketmaster, we know that music discovery isn’t just about playlists, it’s about passion, connection, and the pulse of what’s next.

That’s why we created the Ticketmaster New Music Guide – your monthly backstage pass to the most exciting new artists, breakout acts, and fresh sounds hitting the scene. Whether you’re deep into indie gems, hunting for the next big pop phenomenon, or craving harder-hitting hip-hop, this guide is your go-to source for the artists making noise and selling out shows.

We’re tracking who’s climbing the charts, lighting up festival stages, and turning heads in clubs, theaters, and arenas worldwide – with links to grab tickets before they blow up. So turn it up, tune in, and get ready to say, “I saw them before they were huge.” The next big thing starts here.

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FAQs

The Ticketmaster New Music Guide is your go-to source for discovering rising artists, new releases, and the freshest sounds across all genres. Updated monthly, it spotlights the next big names in music — along with links to see them live near you.

Start with the New Music Guide! We handpick emerging talent and trending acts across pop, hip-hop, indie, R&B, K-pop, electronic, and more. Whether they’re blowing up on TikTok or selling out local venues, you’ll find them here first.

Yes! Artists in the New Music Guide include direct links to their upcoming tour dates and Ticketmaster events. If they’re playing live, we’ll help you be there.

Totally free. No subscription, no signup — just curated music discovery and access to live experiences, straight from the source.

The Ticketmaster New Music Guide is updated monthly with new picks, fresh artists, and exclusive highlights. Check back often to stay ahead of the curve.

We’re more than ticket sales — we’re part of the live music ecosystem. From tracking who’s trending to knowing who’s touring, our guide is built with insight from the world’s biggest stages to your favorite underground scenes.

You can catch highlights from the New Music Guide across Ticketmaster’s social channels, email newsletters, and right here on our site. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter for real-time drops.

We cover a wide range: pop, hip-hop, R&B, indie, rock, electronic, alternative, K-pop, Latin, and genre-bending acts that defy labels. If it’s fresh and live-ready, it’s in.