Heard It Here First is a new music discovery podcast spotlighting the artists you’ll be listening to tomorrow. Hosted by music journalist Keira Knox, each episode dives into fresh releases, emerging talent, and honest conversations with up-and-coming musicians across the indie and alternative scene. From behind-the-scenes stories to first listens and cultural commentary, Heard It Here First is where new music gets its moment — before everyone else catches on.
Heard It Here First
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Heard It Here First is a new music discovery podcast spotlighting the artists you’ll be listening to tomorrow. Hosted by music journalist Keira Knox, each episode dives into fresh releases, emerging talent, and honest conversations with up-and-coming musicians across the indie and alternative scene. From behind-the-scenes stories to first listens and cultural commentary, Heard It Here First is where new music gets its moment — before everyone else catches on.
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May 22, 2026
Heard It Here First - #45 With Kate Couriel
<p>This week on Heard It Here First, we’re joined by Manchester alternative-indie artist Kate Couriel.</p><p><br></p><p>Blending raw storytelling with her classical background as a violinist, Kate’s music explores themes of feminine rage, social injustice and navigating the world as a young artist today. With tracks like ‘Patriarchy’s Dead’ gaining serious momentum online, she’s quickly becoming one of the most exciting emerging voices in the UK alternative scene.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we talk about political songwriting, social media, anger in music, the realities of being an independent artist in 2026 and everything she has coming next.</p><p><br></p><p>Listen now and make sure to follow the podcast for more conversations with the best new artists around.</p><p><br></p><p>🎟️ HIHF Presents: The Next Wave, 15th July at Band on the Wall. Tickets.</p>
April 24, 2026
Heard It Here First - #44 CloseUp Festival Special
<p>In this special episode, we’ve teamed up with <strong>CloseUp Festival</strong> to take you behind the scenes of one of the UK’s most exciting grassroots festivals championing new music.</p><p><br></p><p>We sit down with founder <strong>Sam Tucker</strong> to talk about how the festival came to life, what it takes to build something like this from the ground up, and why creating space for emerging artists has never been more important.</p><p><br></p><p>Plus, we catch up with artists from this year’s lineup (<strong>Pale Blue Eyes</strong>, <strong>Only Real</strong>, and <strong>Lizzie Esau</strong>)to talk about their music, their journey so far, and what playing <strong>CloseUp</strong> means to them.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re into discovering your next favourite artist before they blow up, this one’s for you.</p><p><br></p><p>🔗Get your tickets here</p>
April 21, 2026
Heard It Here First - #43 With Dea Matrona
<p>In this episode of Heard It Here First, Keira sits down with <strong>Dea Matrona</strong> ahead of their Sound City Festival appearance.</p><p><br></p><p>Fresh off a European tour, the band dive into their upcoming second album ‘Hate That I Care’ (out June 5th), the stories behind the music, and how this new era compares to their debut. They also talk tour highlights, festival season, and what fans can expect from their Sound City set.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://heard-it-here-first-2.myshopify.com/collections/all" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Heard It Here First Issue 001 </a>is also out now — featuring emerging artists you need to know. </p>
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