Interviews, exclusives and more from the acts we have high hopes for in 2017.
We sat down with some of our Hot For 2017 acts to discuss why British music is so unique.
Stefflon Don remembers how she never questioned that she would make music.
South London singer RAYE recalls her family's artistic influences.
The Tottenham MC recalls being a teenager and coming up with his first bars.
The Transatlantic collective reflect on their first lyrics and their parents' influence.
Jorja Smith remembers the influence Amy Winehouse had on her when growing up.
Birmingham's MIST reminisces about the importance of clashing.
Ray BLK remembers when she first realised her talent for singing.
AJ Tracey reminisces on his first bars and the importance of where he's from.
Jorja Smith performs Carry Me Home ft Maverick Sabre in the 成人论坛 Radio 1Xtra Live Lounge.
That voice. So much soul in the 1Xtra Live Lounge.
