M puts the spotlight on just some of the artists who have joined PRS for Music recently.
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This London band recently won the Becks European Newcomer Award, and secured a slot on the John Peel stage at Glastonbury. Clash magazine describes their music as ‘alternative pop with a dark heart’.
www.mytigermytiming.com
Universal Music Publishing
Stoke’s All the Young specialises in radio-friendly alt-rock, and has won plaudits from tastemakers and musicians alike. Morrissey saw the band perform in Camden and booked them to support him. Debut single For The First Time was released earlier this year. www.alltheyoung.co.uk
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British dubstep DJ and producer James Jacob shot to fame remixing Ellie Goulding’s Starry Eyed, and released his debut single Here With Me on his own label, Boom Ting Recordings. He'll complete his debut album this year. www.jakwob.com
Salli Isaak Music Publishing Limited
Singer-songwriter Olly Murs was an X-Factor runner-up. In 2010 he signed to Simon Cowell’s record label Syco Music, and his debut single, Please Don't Let Me Go, charted at No. 1. and his eponymous debut album debuted at No. 2. www.ollymurs.com
Universal Music Publishing
Soul-pop artist Luke Bingham was selected for the Hugo Boss Urban Rules contest in 2008. He has since performed at MUSEXPO 2011 in LA and the BBC Introducing stage at Radio 1's Big Weekend.
www.lukebingham.co.uk
Universal Music Publishing
Tipped as ‘one to watch’ by NME, Wu Lyf whipped up an A&R frenzy before releasing a note. The indie quartet will headline a night at the Manchester International Festival in July. www.wulyf.org
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This newly formed four-piece has already supported Villagers, Mumford & Sons and The Vaccines, and will play various festivals this summer, including Latitude and Bestival. With support from radio DJs Zane Lowe and Rob Da Bank, their retro-soul debut single Neon Truth is out now. www.variouscruelties.com
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This London-Manchester duo write torch songs for the 21st century, and cite influences including Astrid Kirchher and Paisley Park. The pair has won support from The Sunday Times Style magazine, NME and Popjustice, and wrote music for this year’s London Fashion Week. www.iamacameraofficial.com
