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Chappell Roan has been named the top emerging artist in the BBC Radio 1 Sound of 2025 poll. The 26-year-old pop artist was selected by a panel of more than 180 music industry professionals and artists.
The recognition comes on the heels of a breakthrough year for Roan, who has quickly become a standout name in the music scene. Her single “Good Luck, Babe!” made waves by reaching No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 in September, months after its initial release. Her impressive run includes six Grammy nominations across major categories and a top new artist award at the Billboard Music Awards.
The artist is set to headline major music festivals in 2025, including Primavera Sound in Barcelona and Reading & Leeds Festival. She’ll share stages with prominent artists like Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and Hozier.
BBC Radio 1 DJ Jack Saunders praised Roan, stating, “No one deserves this accolade more than Chappell Roan. She was the most exciting artist of the last 12 months and is now set to be THE artist of the next 12 months.”
