Five new Brit School artists you need to know about
The Brit School is renowned for producing world-class creative talent, but who are the next generation of graduates tipped for musical success? Discover the melodic vocals and blasting riffs of Lia Rye; the versatile drumming of Edi Idiong; Leona Rue's poetic lyrics; Ioana Garleanu's emotive songs; and the coming-of-age power pop of Ellie Evans. You can find out more about them on Instagram: @lia.rye; @edi.musicm; @leonaruemusic; @Ioanagmusic; @ellieeeevans
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