Ticketmaster's 2026 FRESH List

We love celebrating fresh talent, and Ticketmaster has just dropped its FRESH List 2026, a curated selection of ten up-and-coming artists poised to make their musical mark this year. These musicians are making noise with their unique sounds and rapidly growing fan bases, and many are destined to headline the biggest arenas and festivals in the world. We can’t wait to watch their journeys unfold.   

Whether you’re into folk, rock, alt-pop, R&B or experimental pop, this year’s list brings something for every music fan. Let’s meet the artists you need to listen to in 2026. 

Annahstasia 

A soulful, cinematic folk vocalist with emotional depth.  

Basht 

An Irish rock outfit bringing sharp lyricism and big hooks – they’re playing King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut in April.  

Beattie 

An amazing alt-rock storyteller delivering confessional and powerful songwriting.  

Ben Walker 

The Scottish singer-songwriter already rising on the charts with thoughtful guitar-driven tracks - definitely one for home crowds.  

Chloe Qisha 

She’s a pop experimentalist pushing boundaries that you don’t want to miss. 

Déyyess 

The pop newcomer with gut-punching, queer-driven narratives – she’s gracing the stage at The Poetry Club next month. 

Florence Road 

An Irish indie collective known for powerful, atmospheric live shows – you can catch them at Glasgow’s Queen Margaret Union in May this year. 

Naïka 

A pop, R&B and global fusion artist building an international fanbase.  

Nectar Woode 

A British-Ghanaian singer-songwriter pouring pure emotion into her music.  

Skye Newman 

She’s the South London pop-infused chart breakout. See her at Pepsi MAX presents TRNSMT 2026 – she’s already sold out the O2 Academy in Glasgow!  

This list isn’t just a roundup, it’s a snapshot of the artists most likely to shape live music in the coming year. Past editions on the list include Wet Leg, FLO and The Last Dinner Party before they became household favourites, so 2026’s picks are well worth your attention. 

Also, all ten artists will be automatically nominated for the Fresh Award at the Ticketmaster Awards next year, and fans get to vote for their favourite rising act, so be ready to champion your favourite!

We've put together a playlist for you to listen to the ten amazing artists so you can get that ‘I liked them before they were big’ feeling.

Support your new favourite artist from the start - tickets for those on tour are available on their artist page.