INTERVIEWS

With a career spanning four and a half decades, 80s pop icon Mari Wilson – the Neasden Queen of Soul and one of British music’s most enduring and versatile artists returns with her brand-new album Girl About Town, out 4 September 2026.

London-based singer-songwriter CATLEA (they/them), originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, returns with the new single ‘Someone’s Got To’.

Drawing inspiration from the swagger and energy of classic rock bands, Heather Lomax’s new album ‘Who Do You Think You Are’ is an album with a familiar spirit while maintaining a distinct voice.

UK cinematic alternative rock duo Lost Velvet announce their debut album Dark Cells, out on Friday 4th September, alongside their new single and video, 2003, released Friday 28th August 2026.

Tori Darke is one of the most compelling and dynamic female voices in the Australian country music scene today. Known for her powerhouse vocals, fearless lyrics and magnetic stage presence, Tori has carved out a space as both a hitmaker and a fan favourite.

Glasgow’s Those Made Broken return this September with their sophomore album, ‘A Door You Can Never Close.’

Rising Nordic pop artist Hanna Andréa is set to return on August 7th with her emotional pop ballad ‘Pinnacles’, unveiling the next atmospheric chapter of her highly anticipated forthcoming EP, ‘Braveheart’, due for release on August 21st.

Black Water Redemption have announced the release of their debut album, self-titled Black Water Redemption, arriving on 2nd October 2026, alongside a run of UK headline dates and the release of their brand-new single, ‘Walk Beside You’, available now on all streaming platforms.

Hard rock band Kingdom Collapse will release their debut album ‘Survivor’ on 30th October 2026 on Mascot Records. We chatted to the band:

Jack J Hutchinson returns with ‘Rise Again’, the second single to be taken from his forthcoming solo album ‘Soul Believer’, due for release on Friday, January 22, 2027 and available to pre-order now.

Award-winning Australian blues guitarist and singer-songwriter Ray Beadle will be touring the UK in August 2026 and spoke to us:

South Wales alt-rock band James Kennedy and The Underdogs have released the thunderous new track “Revolution”, featuring guest vocals from Skindred’s Benji Webbe.

Iz Divine has released her new single ‘Who Do You Think You Are’. She kindly chatted to us at JLTT all about it:

Veronica D’Souza has released her latest single ‘No One Is A River’ and she kindly chatted to us:

Emerging South Coast UK trio i-ATLAS announce their dynamic debut EP, Beyond The New Horizon, set for release on Friday 11th September, alongside the release of their striking new single and video, 3iAtlas, which is out now.

Following a whirlwind year in 2025, the provocative pop-punk princess So Good is back with her new single Orange Juice & Milk – the most sarcastic love song ever written & a song for anyone who’s been told to ‘calm down’, or that they’re ‘too much or too loud’… yep, she’s got you covered!

XENITH continue to build momentum with the release of their new single and video, Incite The Tragedy, out on Friday 21st August. The track is the latest to be lifted from the band’s forthcoming debut album, To No Avail, due for release on Friday 28th August 2026.

Tarragon has released his second album ‘Home At Cofa’s’ and kindly chatted to us all about it:

“Hey Darcey,” the new single from London alternative R&B artist Benji Miller, is out now and taken from his forthcoming debut EP, Love Or Pain.

GAEYA is a Swedish artist and visionary creating immersive musical experiences that invite audiences into deeply transformative journeys. She chatted to us about her new EP ‘Growth’ and more:

Sophie Grey. (the period is intentional) is taking on the world one song at a time armed with her synth-axe and a propensity for writing, arranging, performing AND producing her own modern electro-inspired music. She will perform at American Express Presents BST Hyde Park on Sunday 5th July 2026.

UK alternative rock trio Veins have released their debut album ‘A New Forever’ and we caught up with them:

Singer-songwriter and musician Sam Scherdel will be performing at American Express Presents BST Hyde Park on Sunday 5th July 2026. He kindly chatted to us:

Three-piece Gianni Scalera and The Jury will perform on Saturday 27th June 2026 at Swale Assembly in Sittingbourne as part of Music Venue Trust’s ‘Everywhere At Once’ Festival.

Duo Solar Eyes will be performing on Saturday 27th June 2026 at Hare and Hounds in Birmingham as part of Music Venue Trust’s ‘Everywhere At Once’ Festival 2026.

The Herbie Hancock Institute graduate Alden Hellmuth will release her new album ‘Tether’ on Friday 26th June 2026 via Nils Frahm’s LEITER.

Trading the board room for the West End, child CEO Henry Patterson returns to the London stage this summer for a one-night-only concert at PizzaExpress Live Soho on Saturday 4th July, marking the release of his acclaimed debut album Broadway Maybe.

Martin Virgo is a composer, multi-instrumentalist and producer who worked with musical luminaries such as Björk and Massive Attack in the early 1990s before going on to enjoy global success with his own band, Mono, later in that decade. Almost three decades on, Virgo is releasing his debut solo album. Entitled ‘Ghost Piano’.

UK alt-rock crew The Bitter Pills reveal their long-awaited debut album later this year, and it’s a full-volume statement built on distortion, urgency, and zero interest in restraint.

Tony Jupiter is a Chicano surf goth project formed in 2018 in El Paso, Texas, built on a blend of nostalgic surf rock riffs, shadowy atmospheres, and a strong sense of identity rooted in culture and lived experience. New album ‘Clown Syndrome’ is out now.

Irish blues-rock artist Gráinne Duffy continues her ascent as one of modern blues and roots music’s most compelling voices with the release of her new album ‘What Am I Supposed to Do’, out now.

Parry Ray is a singer, songwriter, podcaster, writer and mother. Her latest single ‘Bristol Rains’ is out now. We sat down with her:

Rising Scottish singer-songwriter Pat Hamilton has just announced a headline UK and Ireland tour for September 2026 and will also support Maroon 5 at American Express Presents BST Hyde Park. He kindly chatted to us:

As Black Lounge release their latest single ‘Roommate’, we chatted with James Ladds the bassist of the band:

Imperium’s engulfing debut album, Exodus Unknown, releases via Heavy Metal Records on Friday 17th July 2026, with the title single out now.

Brit hard-hitters Ruled By Raptors will release their explosive mini-album, A Shadow That Never Moves, on
Friday 2nd October 2026.

Rising from the UK underground, GARROW HILL will release their their five-track stunning EP, IX, on Friday 31st July 2026. We spoke to them:

Having spent over 30 years making music to widespread critical acclaim Merseyside hero Ian Prowse announces his brand-new album, ‘No Names,’ arriving July 3rd via Learpholl Music. He chatted to us about the new album:

With multiple Top 10 singles on the Official MTV Club Charts and a #1 on the Official Downloads Chart, J KEYS has consistently proven his ability to create records that connect. Now the rising star of the UK dance scene continues to build serious momentum by dropping his brand new track ‘Mad About You’. He spoke to us here:

Alternative quartet Daytime TV have released a new anthem for the summer of 2026 as they announce a UK tour. Singer Will Irvine kindly chatted to us:

RiotWeekend’s latest EP ‘Table4Four’ is out now and we chatted to guitarist Rab McGowan all about it:

Spanish rowdy pirate crew, The Groggy Dogs, return with their fiercest album to date, “No Grog, No Glory,” a battle cry of punk, ska, and metal-fueled sea shanties out now.

Empire Child is the new musical project of Ruth Rothwell. Her debut single ‘Trace The Race’ is out now with more music coming soon.

UK rock ‘n’ rollers, SMALL TOWN SAVIOURS, charge onwards, armed with their formidable new single and video, ‘Alkaline’.

Indie-Americana duo Roswell Road have released their debut album ‘Rebel Joy’. They kindly chatted to JLTT all about it:

American singer-songwriter Jesse Lynn Madera has unveiled her “back-pocket” brilliant new single, ‘Woke Up in LA’. As she sets out touring the UK as special guest to Colin Blunstone, she kindly spoke to us:

D3LTA’s single ‘Mad About It’ is out now and with more new music being released in May and June 2026, it seemed like the perfect time for a chat:

Gothenburg based singer-songwriter Isak Danielson has released his latest single ‘Always You’ and spoke to us prior to his European tour:

Makes My Blood Dance (MMBD) are an exciting hybrid of electro-goth, pop-metal and electronic dance music who have already turned heads with their electrifying live performances and several singles promoted with cinematic videos. Having recently released their new single ‘Black Summer’, the band sat down with JLTT:

Jaco Jaco—the project of Philadelphia-based musician, visual artist, and former member of beloved indie-rock trio Sports, Jacob Theriot—announces his new album, ‘On the Levee’, out 10th July 2026. Therefore, it seemed like the perfect time for a chat: