With Tramlines just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to discover unknown and emerging talent. If you’re attending Hillsborough Park for this Sheffield staple, here are five must-hear artists you might not yet have on your radar.

Fat White Family
The six-person South London rock band have been shaking up the scene since 2011 and are heading up north this summer to show Tramlines what they’re about. With a few popular hits such as ‘Touch the Leather Redux’ and ‘Whitest Boy on the Beach’, vocalist Lias Saoudi brings a raw edge quite like no other, perfectly tuned by Adam J Harmer and Adam Brennan’s punk-esque guitar skills. If you’re attending Tramlines, give them a listen, you won’t regret it. 
Friday: The Leadmill Stage
7:30pm-8:15pm

The Rosadocs
Born and raised in Sheffield, the Rosadocs are a five-person indie rock band looking to make their hometown proud. Since releasing their debut single ‘No. 54’ in 2017, they’ve built momentum with songs such as ‘Run Away Instead’ and ‘At Your Door’. With everything such as punchy guitar riffs and lyrics echoing experiences of the youth, their music is engaging and something to listen out for this year.
Saturday: The Leadmill Stage
6:00pm-6:45pm

Danny Mellin 
Climbing the music ladder, Oxford-born Danny Mellin arrives at Tramlines with an infectious stage presence that is too difficult not to to join in with. Danny has embarked on three headline tours over the past year and a half, intending to continue his run of success. Hits such as ‘Ordinary Day’ and ‘His Favourite Sweatshirt’ showcase his lyrical relatability. His Indie-Rock music is perfect for an upbeat festival scene and will undoubtedly bring the atmosphere. 
Saturday: T’Other Stage
3:00pm-3:30pm

The Royston Club
Formed by Wrexham schoolfriends, The Royston Club hid the ground running after signing to a record company in 2021. The Indie sound fuses post-punk, new wave and alternative rock. The band’s consistent work ethic has been an immense success, moving them from supporting acts to sell-out shows. With tracks such as ‘The Patch Where Nothing Grows’ and ‘52’, The Royston Club are guaranteed to bring the festival buzz we’re all craving.
Sunday: The Leadmill Stage
6:45pm-7:30pm

Chloe Slater
At only 21, Chloe Slater is carving out her space with grunge, alternative style music whilst being bold and socially aware. Her lyrics are direct, offering a youthful perspective on political and cultural issues. Tracks like ‘Tiny Screens’ take aim at social media and the damaging effects it can have. Chloe’s distinctive, almost unapologetically raw vocal tone brings a fierce, female grunge energy that sets her apart on the scene.
Saturday: T’Other Stage
5:15pm-5:45pm

Whether you’re heading to Tramlines with a packed schedule or just seeing where the day takes you, catching rising artists is a must. From local indie favourites to fresh faces making waves across the uk, each act brings something unique for the stage. So, grab your mates, soak up the Sheffield sun (hopefully) and get ready for an incredible weekend.