After having too much fun predicting the talent of 2008, we thought we would continue with our quest, to expose the artists we think will make it big in 2008.

The Revenue

Runners up in the Mobile Act Unsigned competition, launched to find the UKs hottest unsigned band, we rate The Revenue highly.

Peterborough boys James, Jonny, Pato, Sav and cocky front man Adam formed Revenue in 2002, seamlessly mixing rock and indie with some cool lyrics. They’re touring early this year and their songs can be downloaded from their MySpace page: Take a look here.

Sound: Rock / Indie/ Pop

Black Mountain

New Rockers, Black Mountain, sound like no other new band on the scene at the moment. With a powerful guitar sound and striking lyrics we urge you to listen to their tracks.

Don’t be scared by the genre they fit into, their music is surprisingly easy listening- without losing a hard edginess. Their new album “In the Future” will be released January 22nd 2008. Have a listen: www.myspace.com/blackmountain

Sound: Rock/ Alternative

Glasvegas

Currently unsigned, but probably not for long, the Glasvegas are sure to be Scotland’s largest band in a long time.

Mixing vintage rock and pop the 3 boys and 1 girl that form Glasvegas, made it to the number fourth spot in the BBC's Sound of 2008 poll to find new UK musical talent. To here this highly original band for yourself, Click here

Sound: Rock / Pop

Envy and Other Sins

Initially we didn’t want them to win but they did and Envy and Other Sins were the champions of Mobile Act Unsigned. However we quickly came to our senses and soon released the sheer talent of this band.

Our favourite tracks include “Highness Demo”, “Man Bites Dog” and “Talk to Strangers”. We won’t be surprised if these chaps top the charts in 2008.
Visit: www.myspace.com/envyandothersins

Sound: Indie / Pop

The Steeples

They are one of the latest bands to land Xfm’s single of the week in January 2008 with the hit song “Britney’s Tears” and are taking their fresh music on a tour from the end of January until the 1st March 2008.

Let us know what you make of these UK indie boys, Visit: www.myspace.com/thesteeplesmusic

Sound: Indie / Pop

Palladium

For those who want some light hearted electro pop, with a tinge indie rock- be sure to listen to the latest tracks from Palladium.

They’re far from the ordinary skinny jean wearing indie band; with some doubt that any explanation of these guys will do them justice, Click here instead.

Sound: Pop / Indie / Rock

Scouting For Girls

Their pop indie status rose at the end of 2007, with the chart hit “Scouting for Girls” and their second single “Elvis Aint Dead”, proving more and more popular everyday. Read more on the band: Click here.

We expect this band to continue climbing the fame ladder this year and we wish them all the best. Visit: www.myspace.com/scoutingforgirls

Sound: Indie / Pop

Nathan

He’s attracting quite a bit of attention, with his current appearance on channels 4’s Big Brother Celebrity Hi Jack, but we’ve had an eye on him for quite some time. Read more: Who Rules Music: The US vs UK

Underground, Nathan is known for his stylish R&B often confused with American greats, such as R Kelly. Tracks you’ve hopefully heard include “Come into my Bedroom” and “Do Without My Love”. If you haven’t yet heard him: Click here.

Sound: R&B / Soul / Pop

The Parlotones

Their musical track record, in native South Africa, is one to marvel at, with big hits, sell out gigs and a huge fan base. However The Parlotones are relatively unknown in the UK.

2008 will see the release of their first UK release, with the track “Beautiful” and we think they are likely to recruit a new crew of British music junkies following close behind. We rate this band highly, Visit: www.myspace.com/theparlotones

Sound: Indie / Rock

Lupe Fiasco

His latest album “The Cool” is the best new hip hop album of 2008, with a diverse range of tracks, rock inspired tunes and most importantly strong and thought provoking lyrics.

His first album featured chart toppers “Kick Push” and “Day Dreaming” alongside an appearance on rap superstar Kayne West’s “Touch the Sky”.
Visit his homepage here: www.lupefiasco.com

Sound: Hip Hop / R&B

Colbie Calliat

The Californian singer-songwriter, Colbie Calliat, has been compared to artists like Norah Jones and Jack Johnson. Read more: Click here

Already a huge success in the US and South Africa, we’re sure Colbie will make her big UK break in 2008. At the end of 2007 she proved to be in global demand, as iTunes revealed her track “Coco” was one of the most downloaded tunes of the year. Read more: Click here
Check out her: http://www.myspace.com/colbiecaillat

Sound: Pop / Acoustic

Check out our other predictions: Ones to Watch 2008