1. Pixies
So on this list, Pixies are probably the biggest. I mean, they have had a rough couple of years - legendary bassist Kim Deal left the band and they released a slightly-above-average album with new bassist Paz Lenchantin. Even if you aren't a fan of the new stuff, tracks from their albums Surfer Rosa and Doolittle will show you how great Black Francis and co are.
Key Track: Here Comes Your Man
2. Drenge
The Loveless brothers from the tiny village of Castleton in Derbyshire have grabbed the attention of critics with their debut album which was released last year. Their fuzzy garage rock is certainly a breath of fresh air to the UK indie scene, so if you like a mosh pit and a bit of a riot. Go see em.
Key Track: Face Like a Skull
3. Bombay Bicycle Club
Another band that have been around for what seems like forever, Bombay Bicycle Club released their fourth album So Long, See You Tomorrow with world music influencing it. Feel sounds straight out a Bollywood film and Luna is dreamy and euphoric. They always know how to put on a live show and should be an exciting watch on the Radio 1 Stage.
Key Track: Shuffle
4. Disclosure
Where do you start with Guy and Howard Lawrence? They make up Disclosure, who have absolutely booted a fairly-generic genre of music up the arse. Dance music has been given a makeover since they emerged at the end of 2012 with White Noise. Now, they are collaborating with everyone and mixing it up on the live stage too. If you like the Slam Tent, but don't want to bump into someone with an "eccy jaw", go see these guys on the Radio 1 Stage on Sunday.
Key Track: Latch
5. Chance the Rapper
Key Track: Juice
6. Tame Impala
Arguably one of the most underrated bands going, Aussie psychedelic band Tame Impala haven't released an album since 2012's amazing Lonerism, but now they have enough tunes to satisfy neutrals live. Lonerism was trippy and gave a sense of escapism, so maybe their live set will sound the same.
Key Track: Elephant
7. Baby Strange
The Glaswegians are pretty much brand new and the trio's debut album should be around the corner. They've toured with the likes of Palma Violets so a lot is expected of them. Friend is two minutes of complete jumping-about fun. Wanna say you've seen a band before they are big? Check em out.
Key Track: Pure Evil
8. Wolf Alice
They are NME darlings right now - which isn't always a good thing, but I think they have got this one right. Their recent EP Creature Songs has been applauded and the debut album is coming soon. The cliche "girl fronting a band" thing actually works here and isn't just a "LOOK WE HAVE A GIRL IN OUR BAND, WE ARE SO DIVERSE". Ellie Rowsell is a great front woman and can keep things slow or flipping hard.
Key Track: Fluffy
9. Neon Waltz
Going to be honest, there isn't much to judge this band on. However, from what I've heard this sextet from Caithness (if you aren't sure where that is, it makes Inverness look south) are worth a listen. They have played local to me (Gourock) and I've been told they are great. A band surrounded by isolation (in comparison to the Central Belt of Scotland) certainly show that you don't need to be around bands to be a great band.
Key Track: Sombre Fayre
10. John Wizards
This South African band have finally broke through in the UK following a critically acclaimed debut album. They mix South African house with R'n'B and reggae to make an incredibly unique sound. At least you can say that they aren't "generic shit".
Key Track: Muizenberg
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