BBC Radio 6 Music has unveiled its inaugural Artists of the Year list for 2023, with 10 names making the grade.
In no particular order, they encompass both experienced acts and those yet to release and album.
What they all have in common is thast they have been championed by the digital radio station, which prides itself on introducing listeners to new music.
Breakfast show presenter Lauren Laverne revealed the list today, and said: “The line-up for the inaugural 6 Music Artists of the Year is just bursting with music talent, innovation and inspiration. Huge congratulations to the acts who have all had an incredible 2023. I’m looking forward to following all your sonic journeys in 2024 and beyond!”
Here are the bands that have left their mark on this year's music world.
9. Antony Szmierek
Teacher and spoken word artist Antony Szmierek was plucked from obscurity after he was playlisted by Radio 6 Music. He's now playing sold out gigs and is expected to release his debut album mext year. | Contributed
10. Young Fathers
Nominated again this year for the Mercury Music Prize, Edinburgh-based trio Young Fathers won the Scottish Album of the Year Award for an unprecedented third time for their 2023 record Heavy Heavy. Their recent two sold out shows at Glasgow's Barrowlands venue showed that they are one of the best live bands on the planet at the moment. | Getty Images