Becky Hill, George the Poet, James Bay, Krept and Konan, Melissa Steel, Nothing But Thieves, Saint Raymond, Sinead Harnett, Sunset Sons and Years and Years are the acts selected on the 2015 edition of MTV’s Brand New shortlist.
It’s the first of the annual industry hype machines to whirr into action, and should herald a successful 2015 for the artists if this year’s list is anything to go by; it contained the likes of Sam Smith, Ella Eyre, George Ezra and Royal Blood, all of whom have had a great commercial success during the past twelve months. As have eventual winners The Vamps, who reflect:
“This year has been crazy – we have had the chance to travel to so many places and play to the best fans in the world. Releasing our album was something that we never thought we’d be able to do, and, as songwriters, it was a big moment for us. We hope this year has helped us pave a way into having an even better 2015. We would like to thank MTV for all their support and the love they have shown us!”
Ahead of the announcement on January 30th 2015, public voting to decide the winner will open on December 1st.