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Channel 4 has announced its Future Sounds inaugural list of artists. The listed artists are predicted to take 2016 by storm. The first episode will air at 10 minutes into 7 January 2016 on Channel 4.
Channel 4’s Future Sounds 2016:
Alessia Cara
Aurora
Barns Courtney
Blossoms
Bonkaz
Izzy Bizu
Loyle Carner
Pretty Vicious
SG Lewis
Tala
The first episode, hosted by Mistajam will feature Alessia Cara and Pretty Vicious.
Watch our interview with Aurora below
Future Sounds will feature live performances at Abbey Road by acts on the lists, with some of the biggest global artists engaging in a discussion about why these acts are important and the evolution of music genres. Genres will range from Aurora’s ethereal pop songs to Bonkaz heavier grime rap.
Jonathan Rothery, Channel 4’s Commissioning Editor, said, “C4’s Future Sounds is a great way for us to continue our support of new music. Alongside Best Before and Four to the Floor, C4’s Future Sounds cements the channel as the go to place for anyone who enjoys the joy of discovering a new sounds.”
