Sound: indie, electronic, guitar
About: If you've downloaded either of the band's mixtapes, you'll know by now that Bastille can put their stamp on virtually any classic hit. However, the band will be proving their worth with their own cuts come March when they release their debut album Bad Blood. Expect soaring vocals over gigantic choruses full of melancholic strings, glitchy electronics and echoed beats.
They said: "This whole thing started as a bedroom project that didn't have any particular sound or direction - I wanted it to be a real mish-mash of sounds and I think it's something we've managed to retain."
Tracks to download: 'Bad Blood', 'Icarus'
Sound: Alt-pop
About: This New York duo count Jay-Z among their fans, and it's easy to hear why the rapper is all-too-willing to support them. Ghostly harmonies and floaty synths can be heard throughout their songs, resulting in some of music's most exciting up 'n' coming witch-pop. We can expect more of the same from their debut album, which is due out in May.
They said: "Max and I are into collage and mixed-media, and I think we put our personalities into the tracks and they all sound like MS MR. People will be surprised that it's not all one thing, and that we have more pop songs, moody ballads and some country."
Tracks to download: 'Dark Doo-Wop', 'Bones'
Sound: Soul/pop
About: Having toured the open mic circuit with fellow pop warbler Jessie J, Daley managed to bag the services of his pal for his major label debut single 'Remember Me'. The star's mix of soulful tones, refreshed with modern quirks is a good indication of what we can expect from him throughout 2013, as he launches on both sides of the Atlantic.
He said: "My album is going to be a mix of American R&B stuff, with real British influences. I've been calling it future throwback soul."
Tracks to download: 'Remember Me', 'Alone Together'
Sound: Alt-soul/garage
About: Consisting of Aluna Francis and George Reid, AlunaGeorge's recent Brit Awards Critics' Choice shortlist mention is a clear sign they're set for big things. The duo's mix of wobbly synths and light garage beats has been described as the latest genre-bending music trend "popstep". They were also the online favourites throughout 2012, having tallied up the most mentions on the blogosphere.
Tracks to download: 'Your Drums, Your Love', 'You Know You Like It'
Sound: Urban pop
About: If you like your girl groups more hard-lined than cutesy, look no further. Pop trio M.O debuted earlier this year (yes, that is Frankee from Mini Viva) with their R&B bounce-off 'Wait Your Turn'. It places them somewhere between the musical sensibilities of TLC and the sassiness of Mis-Teeq, and heralds a refreshing and updated stance on the UK's urban pop scene.
They said: "We're all so excited for 2013 and really grateful for the support we've had over the past few months. The reaction to 'Wait Your Turn' has been so much more than we ever imagined at this point. We're still in the studio and will be getting back in after Christmas again. Next year Is hopefully going to be our year - we're ready to work even harder - that's our M.O!"
Tracks to download: 'Wait Your Turn'
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