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...
September 2025 - Sasha Keable
Years of hard graft have paid off for Sasha Keable, who's had more than her fair share of music industry setbacks but now finds herself on the cusp of stardom. Possessing one of the finest, most soulful voices in the UK today, she's proof that true talent pays off - it can just take time.
August 2025 - Jim Legxacy
Lewisham, south London rapper + producer Jim Legxacy had a hand in producing 'Sprinter', the huge 2023 hit for Dave and Central Cee. His collage-like approach, displayed in new project 'black british music', brings in vast influences from hip-hop, U.S. emo and nostalgic R&B. He cites Bon Iver, Paramore, Drake, Frank Ocean and even Daniel Bedingfield amongst his inspirations.
July 2025 - Josh Baker
A firm favourite of Radio 1 Dance, Manchester DJ Josh Baker is making a name for himself worldwide via a future-facing take on house music.
June 2025 - Alessi Rose
Alessi Rose is a go-to new artist for Radio 1's Future Pop show, having performed in session for Mollie King back in 2024. She takes an honesty-first approach to pop, which recently earned her a support slot on Dua Lipa's Europe arena tour. This summer she opens the Other Stage at Glastonbury.
May 2025 - Kettama
Irish DJ KETTAMA is a firm favourite of Radio 1's Future Dance show - he even co-hosted a Friday night with Sarah Story back in March 2025. His fun-first approach to production nods to old school rave culture and hard-hitting techno. Standout track 'Feeling Emotions', which samples Mariah Carey, has become a staple on Radio 1 Dance.
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'.
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.
