On 24th February, Nottingham’s Rescue Rooms felt less like a venue and more like a living, breathing amplifier. BRITs Week 26, delivered by DHL for War Child, rolled into the city with Myles Smith at the controls, and from the first note it was clear this was not going to be a gentle evening.

SIPHO. is not interested in fairytale romance. The Birmingham singer-songwriter returns with “COLD WEATHER,” a brooding, cinematic new single featuring Nikhil and Ayeisha Raquel.

Bel Cobain is entering a new chapter as the East London singer-songwriter has announced her forthcoming six-track EP Kizzy, landing Friday 24th April, and she is setting the tone with potent new single “Fucking City.”

Omar+ does not do quiet releases. Fresh from a run of rapid-fire drops and headline moments, the UK riser now teams up with Ben Sterling on his latest single “Out Of My Mind,” and it lands with serious intent.

NOTION has rebooted one of UK club culture’s most chaotic anthems, “Get Out My Head.” And yes, it still slaps.

Paracosm sees Absolutely refine her sound and sharpen her emotional storytelling. With strong highlights in “Trojan Horse,” “Natural Disaster” and “I Just Don’t Know You Yet,” the album balances ambition with control, marking clear growth from CEREBRUM.

Pa Salieu joins award-winning producer joki and Afropolitan vocalist Daecolm on “Never, Never”, a Lagos-inspired single blending Afro rhythms, rap and melodic R&B. The track captures real studio chemistry and signals Pa’s continued evolution as a global cultural voice.

Ms Banks releases WHY?, a reflective new single from her upcoming debut album South LDN Lover Girl, alongside the announcement of her headline tour.

Arriving shortly after NOTION's BRIT Award nomination for Song of the Year with “The Days”. This time, the Bristol-based DJ and producer links up with rising UK rapper Slew for 'FITNESS FIRST," a track that thrives on speed, pressure and physical impact.

Mulaa Joans releases Phone Sex, a vulnerable new single exploring desire and emotional strain, marking the first step toward her upcoming third EP.Mulaa Joans releases Phone Sex, a vulnerable new single exploring desire and emotional strain, marking the first step toward her upcoming third EP.

K Motionz announces REDLINE, a seven-track mixtape landing on 13th February that blends drum and bass with UK rap following a run of international headline shows.

Gretel announces her debut album Squish, out 10th April, alongside its bold and expressive title track. Recorded live with her band, the album captures instinct, pressure and self-protection in full force.

'Head In Your Hands' marks Sabina’s return with a track that moves gently and doesn’t rush the moment. It’s minimalist indie pop at its most relaxed, built on space, patience and a calm sense of release.

Late Night Tales returns after five years to mark its 25th anniversary, launching the new chapter with a 20-track mix curated by Barry Can’t Swim, out 27th February 2026.

Crybby Blue lands as Charlotte Plank’s first move of the year, and it’s all about feeling over flash. The single strips things back, leaning into nostalgia, softness and the kind of honesty that doesn’t need dressing up.

'Feel This Way' sees Josh Baker step into 2026 with clarity and confidence. Released via his Bakers Dozen label, the track brings together Baker, Silva Bumpa and Paige Cavell for the first time, following months of momentum built directly on the dancefloor.

BRITs Week 26 for War Child returns this February with its widest UK reach to date, bringing major artists into small, iconic venues for a run of one-off shows in support of children affected by conflict. Delivered by DHL, the 2026 edition expands beyond London, with gigs confirmed across Newcastle, Manchester, Nottingham, Brighton and Edinburgh.

Ady Suleiman releases What If, a jazz-leaning single that digs into doubt, connection and the emotional weight behind his upcoming album Chasing, out 16 January. It marks a thoughtful return and signals a more open, grounded chapter in his songwriting.

More Fire More Flamez brings Wretch 32 and Avelino back together under Young Fire Old Flame, sampling More Fire Crew’s Oi and setting the tone for the ten-year anniversary reissue of their landmark project.

With over two years on the alt-rap circuit, North London duo yas. have welcomed their debut EP, entropy, into the world.