Bursting onto the Teesside scene in the Northeast of England in late 2024, ROBYN ERRICO quickly established herself as an artist entirely unafraid to commit to her enchantingly twisted brand of chamber pop. Robyn blends ethereal cinematic textures, soaring vocals and introspective lyrics with genuine grit and emotion. The result is distinctively dark music with true depth: songs that manage to cradle moments of spine-tingling fragility within melodies that build to anthemic proportions. This, coupled with her penchant for vivid, nostalgia-steeped lyricism, has seen her likened to artists such as Kate Bush, Tori Amos, London Grammar and Florence + the Machine.

With performances at festivals such as Kendal Calling and Focus Wales under her belt, and having supported artists such as Imogen and the Knife, Nerina Pallot and Amelia Coburn, it may not surprise that Robyn has sold out four headline shows between Newcastle and her hometown of Darlington, steadily building her own wonderfully supportive fanbase. The success of her latest EP Through the Gap (2025) reflects similar potential, receiving national airplay on BBC Radio 6 Music, earning recognition with a BBC Introducing Track of the Year, and being featured by Chalkpit Cassette Club’s Monthly Next Wave – the UK’s only magazine on cassette.

Robyn has many plans for 2027. Having recently been a recipient of PPL Momentum Accelerator funding, she is currently back in the studio creating her best work yet: a collection of individual releases that will eventually be compiled into her debut album. She also hopes to play more live dates outside of her home region – starting with a confirmed London performance at The Royal Albert Hall’s Elgar Room in March supporting Amelia Coburn for her album launch. All in all, it feels like an exciting time to catch this up and coming singer songwriter.

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Based in Newcastle, MAT HUNSLEY is a songwriter who blends folk and alternative influences into a sound and story uniquely his own. Balancing music with the demands of medical training, Mat has always prioritised his career as a doctor. Now fully qualified, he steps into the spotlight with his debut album, supported by the PRS Open Fund. His music explores personal and universal themes, inviting listeners to reflect on the world around them.

Mat’s musical journey began in his late teens, inspired by artists like Ben Howard, Nathaniel Rateliff, and Bon Iver. Teaching himself guitar and exploring open tunings, he discovered colourful chords and melodies that formed the foundation of his songwriting. Despite having no formal training, his craft has evolved into a style that is both personal and emotionally resonant. Now influenced by artists like Flyte, Adrianne Lenker, and Laura Marling, Mat’s music balances timelessness with modern resonance. Flyte’s fresh yet classic sound, Adrianne’s intricate guitar work, and Laura’s haunting melodies all weave into his work, shaping a distinct musical voice that is intimate yet expansive.