Vevo, the world’s leading music video platform, has unveiled the full lineup for its highly anticipated Vevo “DSCVR Artists to Watch” 2026 campaign. Celebrating its twelfth edition, Vevo’s DSCVR ATW program is a carefully curated selection of emerging artists from around the globe, whom Vevo predicts will soon break into mainstream success. Sponsored by Boost Mobile, the campaign features select DSCVR performances integrated with Boost Mobile branding as part of a broader promotional initiative.
Beginning Wednesday, November 12th, Vevo’s DSCVR ATW will spotlight top-tier live performance videos from the class of 2026, with each artist delivering two exclusive, tailored performances.
Originating from Vevo’s influential DSCVR series, “DSCVR Artists To Watch” is among the most competitive and eagerly awaited lists in the rising music scene. Artists chosen for the program gain significant exposure through Vevo’s extensive international network, including playlist placements, promotional support, and editorial features that help propel their careers forward.
“Vevo’s DSCVR program and annual Artists to Watch list are vital components of our ongoing efforts to support the next generation of music icons,” says JP Evangelista, SVP of Content, Programming & Marketing at Vevo. “We provide emerging artists with the vital platform to build, monetize, and promote their visual catalogs across all genres. The 2026 class hails from diverse regions—from Ireland to Puerto Rico—representing a multitude of scenes and cultures. Using a blend of data, intuition, and artistry, we’re proud to champion this talented group and their future success. Congratulations to the Class of 2026!”
Vevo has a rich history of supporting and elevating new artists to international audiences. Past alumni of the Artists to Watch program include success stories such as Sam Smith (2014), James Bay (2015), Raye (2017), Billie Eilish (2018), Lewis Capaldi (2018), Remi Wolf (2021), Ice Spice (2023), and Chappell Roan (2024).
Commenting on the new class, Vevo highlights Gigi Perez as an artist on the rise: “Gigi Perez embodies everything it means to be an emerging artist. Her bold yet vulnerable sound, authentic storytelling, and captivating stage presence make her a perfect fit for Vevo’s championed talent. She exemplifies the fearless, driven, and genuine spirit of the new generation of global artists. We’re immensely proud of her progress and excited to support her at this pivotal stage of what promises to be a long, impactful career.”
The campaign kicks off today with an exclusive performance of “Fable” by Gigi Perez, the DSCVR Artist of the Year, along with performances of “Die On This Hill” and “Sooner or Later” by Artist to Watch Sienna Spiro.
Vevo’s 2026 DSCVR “Artists to Watch” lineup includes:
- Aaron Rowe (Columbia Records)
- aron! (Verve Records)
- Alessi Rose (Capitol Records)
- Audrey Hobert (RCA Records)
- Bay Swag (UnitedMasters)
- kwn (RCA Records)
- LaBlackie (Universal Music Spain)
- LeoStayTrill (0207 Def Jam)
- Luz Gaggi (Sony Argentina)
- RnBoi (Because Music)
- ROA (UMLE)
- Royel Otis (Capitol Records)
- SAILORR (Bu Vision/10K Projects)
- Sayf (Atlantic Records Italy / Warner Music Italy)
- Sekou (EMI/Republic Records/NWS Music Group)
- Sienna Spiro (Capitol Records)
- Ty Myers (Records Nashville/Columbia Records)
- Waylon Wyatt (Darkroom)
- Zeddy Will (Power Moves, Inc./Vydia)
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