Artist Advent 2024

In Day 11 of Next Wave’s Artist Advent Calendar, Leanna Firestone is highlighted for her unique songwriting style that merges humor and honesty. She discusses inspirations, favorite artists, and personal reflections, revealing her introspective nature. Leanna shares a desire to collaborate with Maisie Peters and enjoys holiday festivities and decorations, especially in New York.

Brynn Elliott, a talented artist known for her unique songwriting and personal touch, is featured on Day 10 of the advent calendar. This holiday season, she embodies warmth and cheer, dreaming of snowy gatherings. Brynn shares insights about her inspirations, favorite music, and holiday preferences, highlighting her authentic creativity.

Jude Kelly, a New Zealand soul-pop artist, released her debut single “Bonnet Bunny” on November 8, 2024. In an interview, she discussed inspirations for her music, including a quirky story behind the song. Jude also mentioned her admiration for artist Gia Ford and expressed a desire to collaborate with St. Vincent.

Alnev is an introspective artist known for his emotional and thought-provoking music. This year, he released his debut EP, learning production and expanding his creativity. Inspired by anti-folk and various artists, he connects with fans through humor and genuine storytelling. Future projects promise more poignant releases, celebrating artistic growth.

Day 6 highlights Alex Kolo, an artist known for transforming life experiences into soulful music. Her creative process is spontaneous, drawing inspiration from diverse surroundings. With a passion for festive celebrations and dreams of Zurich Christmases, Alex emphasizes positivity and shares personal insights, including a desire to collaborate with Alice Merton.

Jillian Loux, a 19-year-old Atlanta artist, captivates with her soulful bedroom pop and poignant lyrics. Her upcoming EP, “Granted,” features the single “Help Me Remember,” produced by Grammy-winner Frequency. Inspired by SZA and Lana Del Rey, Jillian’s music connects deeply, marking her as a rising star in the indie scene this holiday season.

On Day 3 of Next Wave’s Artist Advent Calendar, we highlight Adam Thomas Hughes, celebrated for his evocative lyrics and grounded style. He shares insights on inspirations, favorite artists, and memorable experiences, including his latest single “Homemade Attraction.” Adam expresses a desire to collaborate with Ben Matthias and dreams of New York Christmases.

Day 2 of Next Wave’s Artist Advent Calendar features indie duo Kiss Bang, known for their emotional energy and latest single “Drag.” They share inspirations from vintage aesthetics and unexpected holiday films. The band reflects on unique experiences, favorite songs, and interactions with fans, offering a glimpse into their creative process and holiday preferences.