“If you really want it you won’t need persuading,” sing The Jacques on ‘Nothing Amazing’, the laissez-faire but euphoric closer to the London via Bristol trio’s second album ‘Make Repetition’ – a fitting ode to “coming back stronger now, carrying on”. It’s a mantra they know all too well. For a band so young in their years, The Jacques have been through more than most: meeting their heroes, the death of a band mate and best friend, recovery from crippling addiction, a dream tour torpedoed, then returning with their strongest work to date. The story of The Jacques is one of resilience and togetherness.

Liverpool-based indie band The Sukis blend raw guitar energy with punchy, melodic hooks. Drawing influence from early 2000s indie and modern alternative, their sound captures youthful chaos, sharp lyricism, and high-energy live performance.

Glasgow-based alt-pop trio Pistol Daisys are an emotionally charged new force emerging from Scotland’s music scene. Fronted by Lorna Lynne alongside drummer and producer Lewis Kelly, the band blend gritty Glaswegian energy with shimmering synths, dancefloor grooves, and confessional storytelling.