NEW MUSIC ARTIST OF THE MONTH: BETH MCCARTHY
‘IDK How To Talk To Girls’ singer Beth McCarthy has exploded onto the scene with her knack for vulnerable yet playful lyricism and emotionally charged live performances.
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.
New Music ON Tour
The hottest new acts you can catch live on tour
The Great Escape 2025
The UK’s biggets festival for new music is back this month with hundreds of new artists for you to check out and fall in love with!
Synonymous with new music discovery and acting as a springboard for rising artists, The Great Escape is the festival for new music. Playing host to over 450 up-and-coming artists and hotly tipped talent across 35+ walkable venues, alongside the music industry-led TGE conference, the festival will kick off the 2025 season from 14 – 17 May in Brighton, England.
The Great Escape also recently announced the first wave of artists for The Late Escape – its official after-hours programme spotlighting cutting-edge electronic and club talent. Running from 11:30pm to 4am across key Brighton venues, the line-up includes euphoric sets from Sim0ne, Mechatok, Meyy, Badger, IRAH, Mina Galán, Pretty Girl (DJ) and SWIM, with special guests still to be announced. Stand-alone tickets are on sale now, with TGE wristband holders granted access subject to capacity.
BREAKTHROUGH ‘2025
Ticketmaster has revealed the 10 new names for Breakthrough, an annual compilation of buzzy acts expected to make waves in the year ahead. Making the list for 2025 are coming-of-age indie popster Alessi Rose; Irish folk trio and TikTok stars Amble; fiery guitarist and alt-rock visionary Aziya; West London rap sensation KiLLOWEN; Nottingham’s ‘Trippin’ pop and R&B singer LYVIA; the rising smooth operator Myles Smith; Ireland’s existential, punky pop singer-songwriter Orla Gartland; global garage phenomenon Sammy Virji; London’s soulful vocal powerhouse Sammy Spiro; and Edinburgh’s anthemic rock trio swim school.
BREAKTHROUGH: Alessi Rose
BREAKTHROUGH: Amble
BREAKTHROUGH: Aziya
BREAKTHROUGH: KiLLOWEN
BREAKTHROUGH: LYVIA
BREAKTHROUGH: Orla Gartland
BREAKTHROUGH: Sammy Virji
BREAKTHROUGH: Sienna Spiro
BREAKTHROUGH: Myles Smith
Discover more
Get your dose of electronic news, interviews, deep-dives and more.
VOWER: “We want to create the kind of rock songs that we want to hear”
One of the alt metal scene’s most exciting new exports on the development of their live show and the importance of not overcomplicating things
What’s On Near You
Find the best live entertainment near you this summer with our dedicated city guides
SUpport your local music scene
As live music continues to thrive, there’s no better way to make an impact than by supporting local grassroots venues. These intimate spaces are the heart and soul of the music scene, providing emerging artists with the stage to connect with audiences and develop their craft.
Grassroots venues are often the starting point for some of your favourite artists. The intimate atmosphere of these venues allows for unforgettable performances that you simply can’t experience in larger spaces.
So, the next time you’re planning your concert calendar, consider a show at a local venue—it’s an easy and rewarding way to support the future of live music while enjoying the best new acts on the rise.
Find out what’s going on near you in grassroots venues, academies, comedy clubs and more through our new platform, championing your local area, supporting emerging talent and celebrating cultural institutions.
The Great Hall – Cardiff Student Union
O2 Academy Brixton
SWG3
King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut
Soul Mama
Electric Brixton
NX Newcastle
SWX
Hackney Church
O2 Academy Bristol
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.
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.
-
© 2025 Ticketmaster
