Out of the thousands of hopefuls that entered the Isle of Wight Festival New Blood Competition, only a handful now remain in the Quarter-Finals. These artists are some of the most exciting and promising acts on the scene and will all be competing for a coveted slot at Isle of Wight Festival 2026!
So make your voice heard and support your favourite act for their chance to perform at Isle of Wight Festival!
Hailing from London, 20-year-old Matilda Grace is breaking the boundaries between pop and rock music, crafting a unique but instantly recognisable sound. Inspired by various genres and iconic artists such as Lily Allen and Olivia Rodrigo, Matilda ... view artist profile
The Prior are a rock band based in Manchester and London. Their music blends together threads of folk, country, and Americana to craft a sound that feels both timeless and nostalgic. With a deep reverence for the golden era of 70s rock, their musi... view artist profile
Good Time Locomotive (GTL) are a london-based alt pop/rock band delivering emotion-packed music about identity, hope and resilience. Their sound blends nostalgic echoes of the 80s and 90s with a sharp modern edge, creating a connection that ... view artist profile
ALL LOOKS are a band focused on tight grooves, catchy melodies, and rich vocal arrangements fully utilising their two dedicated singers. With songs born out of rehearsal room jams they bring that fluid and improvisational style to their live shows... view artist profile
Sick of the endless buzz bands, musicians clambering over each other to get to the top, and the dull churn of social media, Luggs are mates digging their heels in for the long term, making the kind of music they actually want to listen to. No pare... view artist profile
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Some of our industry judges, past and present, include John Giddings (Solo) Richard Barber (Solo Agency / Isle Of Wight Festival), Jodie Bryant (KISS FM), Sarah Casey (UTA), Caitlin Ballard (ATC), Joe Gaynor (Seven 7 Management), Martin Heath (Lizard King Records), David Pyatt (O2 / AMG), Simon Eaton (Troxy / former Mama, AMG, Live Nation), Richard Engler (Autonomy Music Group), Richard Clarke (War Child UK), Megan Lawrenson (BMG), Ryan Phillips (Columbo Group), Monkey Harper (Producer / Yellow Shark), Lewis Abbot (Scope), David Rowell (Autonomy Music Group), Jack Widdison (Autonomy Music Group), James Corbitt (Autonomy Music Group), Tom Price (Grizzly Management), Lily Crockford (Crockford Management), Barney Crockford (Crockford Management), James Walsh (Starsailor), Jessica Lamb (Lander PR), Laurence Hobbs (SAFO Music Group), Matthew L (Cargo Rooms), Matthew Acheson (Composer/Producer), James Anniballi (Columbo Group), Omar Hoxton (PD Venues), Richard Crowcroft (Cargo Rooms), Nic Mazzoli (Cargo Rooms).
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