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and we conclude the proceedings with... 32 :: Thelonia :: LÖNA - I Never Wanna Be In LoveLÖNA’s melancholic darkpop sound is the perfect Dark & Stormy cocktail. The identical twin sisters mix rough synth sounds with vocal effects and a lot of four-to-the-floor beats, to give it a nice kick. The LÖNA-formula is complete when adding heartfelt lyrics about for example the passing of their dad and the longing for love. As you listen to their music, you can imagine a cold and dark Scandinavian landscape, hence their northern-sounding band name which means "valuable" in Swedish. first appearance Relationship status 361 points given [9th] 389 points received [9th] 36 entries pointed top entry: Ben Gold - The City Sleeps Tonight [+18, BJSC 118]

31 :: Persephonia :: Sr. Falla De Origen - SQFMLIn Venezuela's emerging music scene, Sr. Falla de Origen has distinguished itself as a post-punk band with a distinctive sound. This band from Valencia presents a style that evokes nostalgia for better times, while their independent approach and passion for music have made them one of the most promising bands in the Venezuelan underground scene. first appearance Relationship status 374 points given [7th] 358 points received [15th] 52 entries pointed top entry: minuit machine 'don't run from the fire' [+18, BJSC 129]

30 :: Elëdan :: Ö - Garden Extra wetÖ, the artist previously known as Nömak, is examining what it means to be human in a growing technological world, through his warped electronic music meant to cause panic and unsettlement in a theoretical universe where we are stripped of the technology we now rely on. Having previously worked with artists such as Charli XCX, Christine and the Queens and A.G. Cook, Ö is rewriting hyperpop in his own utopian tone, and chats to us about his fears for the coming science-fiction future, alongside the untapped potential that technology brings, both culturally and in the world of music. first appearance Relationship status 129 points given [43rd] 51 points received [83rd] 18 entries pointed top entry: iamamiwhoami "play" [+12, BJSC 43]

29 :: Harmonica :: Dan Black - WonderDaniel Edward Black (born 16 November 1975) is an English singer-songwriter and vocalist. He was a member of alternative rock band the Servant, before their split in 2007. He is also a vocalist for the Italian British group Planet Funk. After releasing his breakthrough song "HYPNTZ", he signed to The:Hours, releasing his first two singles – "Alone" and "Yours" – in 2008. The following year, he released his most commercially successful single to date, "Symphonies". first appearance Relationship status 61 points given [72nd] 239 points received [28th] 7 entries pointed top entry: THIS MORTAL COIL 'ANOTHER DAY' [+18, BJSC 178]

28 :: Dobago :: Jamie Duffy - SolasJamie Duffy (born 2001) is an Irish musician, composer and songwriter from the village of Glaslough in the north-east of County Monaghan. During his time at university Duffy worked as a pianist at both Castle Leslie Estate in Glaslough, and at the Europa Hotel in Belfast, splitting his time between Belfast and Monaghan. It was at this time that Duffy also released his debut single "Solas", which reached the No. 1 position in the classical charts of several countries and became the most successful debut release from an Irish artist since "Take Me to Church" by Hozier. first appearance Relationship status 449 points given [4th] 528 points received [3rd] 48 entries pointed top entry: Imany 'Don't Be So Shy (Filatov & Karas Remix)' [+12, BJSC 81]

27 :: Macromia :: Franc Moody - BloodlinesFranc Moody are a musical duo from London, England. The band consists of Ned Franc and Jon Moody. Their first EP Dance Moves was released in 2018, their first album Dream In Colour was released in 2020. In 2021, an EP titled House of FM followed. On 2 September 2022, they released a new studio album titled "Into the Ether". Their third studio album 'Chewing The Fat' was released on 7th March 2025 via Night Time Stories. Franc Moody's early recordings and first two albums were released by Juicebox Recordings, the label run by their managers Adam Callan and Becky Tong. In 2023 Franc Moody founded their own record label called House of FM. In 2024 Franc Moody signed to Night Time Stories for their third studio album 'Chewing The Fat'. first appearance Relationship status 12 points given [119th] 51 points received [84th] 1 entry pointed top entry: Boogie Belgique - Volta [+12, BJSC 173]

26 :: New Lexico :: girlish figure - Please Her For PleasureOnce upon an unseasonably cold winter's eve in Los Angeles, nonbinary artist girlish figure woke up startled to find the ghosts of Prince and David Bowie sitting on the edge of their bed, commanding them to produce synth infused genderbent pop that is equal parts sexy and silly. Since they aim to please, girlish obeyed and thus their latest single, Please Her For Pleasure was born. Behind the girlish figure moniker is singer/songwriter/producer Ellis Nelson, whose previous projects have been lauded by the likes of LA Weekly, Magnet Magazine, and WORDKRAPHT. first appearance Relationship status 132 points given [41st] 192 points received [37th] 16 entries pointed top entry: Metroplane feat. Bree Runway - Word Of Mouth [+13, BJSC 103]

25 :: Cheiron :: First Aid Kit - Out Of My HeadFirst Aid Kit is a Swedish folk duo consisting of the sisters Johanna and Klara Söderberg, born in 1990 and 1993 respectively. When performing live, they are accompanied by a drummer, a guitarist and a keyboard player. First Aid Kit started to become internationally known in 2008 with their YouTube uploaded cover of the Fleet Foxes' song "Tiger Mountain Peasant Song". In 2012 Rolling Stone magazine had their song "Emmylou" as 10th on their "Single of the Year" list. First Aid Kit has released five albums, four EPs and several singles. In 2015, they were nominated for a Brit Award as one of the five best international groups. They were nominated again in 2019 and 2023. second appearance First Aid Kit - Emmylou {Lake Thermwoods XLIV; 5} Relationship status 32 points given [90th] 49 points received [85th] 5 entries pointed top entry: Haute & Freddy - Scantily Clad [+9, BJSC 171]

24 :: Fljótavík :: Faouzia - DON'T EVER LEAVE MEFaouzia Ouihya (Arabic: فوزية أويحيى, romanized: Fawziya Uwīḥiya, pronounced [ˈfawzija ʔuˈwiːħija]; French: [fauzja]; born 5 July 2000), known mononymously as Faouzia, is a Moroccan-Canadian singer. Born in Casablanca, Morocco, she moved with her family to Canada at a young age. During that time she learned how to play various instruments, and began composing her first songs. She released several singles and collaborated with many musicians on vocals and songwriting prior to releasing her debut extended play (EP), Stripped, in August 2020. In 2023, she was nominated and was one of the recipients of the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards. third appearance Faouzia - Hero {St. Burbia CXXXVI; 1} Faouzia - Tears Of Gold {Summericia CXXI; 6} Relationship status 320 points given [13th] 180 points received [40th] 44 entries pointed top entry: The Subs vs. Tsar B - Flesh & Bones [+18, BJSC 120]

23 :: Jadakissnia :: TRAITRS - The Lovely WoundedWith their cinematic blend of horror-based imagery, anthemic choruses, motorik drum loops, atmospheric synths and angular guitars, Canadian cold wave duo TRAITRS stare unflinchingly at our dystopian present while paying homage to artists from the post-punk past. In the decade since their debut record to now, the Toronto-based TRAITRS went from bedroom artists selling cassette tapes on a small boutique record label to accumulating millions of streams worldwide and performing hundreds of shows on massive stages across multiple continents. first appearance Relationship status 329 points given [11th] 376 points received [12nd] 42 entries pointed top entry: Sadness - I Want to Be with You [+15, BJSC 164]

22 :: Lentyll :: Hiro Shinosawa - SUNFADEDHiro Shinosawa (篠澤広, Shinosawa Hiro) is one of the available idols in the mobile game Gakuen iDOLM@STER. She is voiced by Reina Kawamura (川村玲奈, Kawamura Reina). Hiro has platinum blonde hair fading to gray and droopy, orange eyes with white eyelashes. Her bangs are mostly swept to the right, and she wears two black hairclips. Hiro wears a white shirt, a beige long jacket, blue shorts, and a brown bracelet on her left hand. Hiro is intelligent, having completed her studies at a math and science college by age 14. This shows her advanced understanding of complex subjects. She has a mysterious vibe. Scoring perfectly on academic tests indicates that Hiro has a high standard for herself and strives for excellence in the areas in which she excels. She always excels in her academic performance. Despite excelling in academics, Hiro received a zero on practical exams, indicating her lack of skill in physical activities. Being described as a weirdo who finds joy in "grueling lessons" and "things that don't go well" and has chosen to become an idol because she feels she is the least suitable for it, she displays her unusualness and distinct outlook on life. first appearance Relationship status 0 points given 0 points received

21 :: Summericia :: Denis Dekay - Don't Leave Thanks to his passion for electronic music in its entirety, Denis Dekay's sound is fluid and eclectic, influenced by numerous genres such as trance, hardcore, hardstyle and breakbeat. His tracks are a journey through strong kick drums, aggressive grooves, trancy leads, acid basslines, cosmic strings and early rave sounds as well. The contrast of these elements creates atmospheres and scenarios that bring the listening experience to the next level. Supported by Amelie Lens, 999999999, Nico Moreno, Dyen, Alignment, AnD, Paula Temple, Lee Ann Roberts, Airod and many more. first appearance Relationship status 319 points given [14th] 288 points received [23rd] 39 entries pointed top entry: KAS:ST - Hell On Earth [+18, BJSC 127]

20 :: Taahino :: mi.a - Opheliami.a writes sapphic indie pop about longing, situationships, and emotional damage caused by women. Soft vocals, dramatic piano, zero chill. For girls who fall in love and overthink it later. first appearance Relationship status 39 points given [85th] 7 points received [140th] 9 entries pointed top entry: Good Boy Daisy - Operator [+15, BJSC 171]

19 :: Altyr Muunilinst :: RABO - Stuck In NovemberRABO, the Oslo-born artist, is carving out her place as one of the freshest new voices in alt-pop. Her journey started far from the stage—as a surf instructor in Brazil and Greece—before the pandemic pulled her back home to Oslo, where she discovered her true calling: music. She first made waves as a songwriter, penning tracks for global acts like K-pop stars Aespa and joining a Netflix songwriting camp in Los Angeles. But it didn’t take long before RABO’s own voice demanded the spotlight. Her debut single “Talk To Me” introduced her explosive mix of big drums, driving guitars, and irresistible hooks. She followed it up with “TipToes” and her new single “A Little Too Lost Sometimes”, each release expanding her bold, emotional sound. first appearance Relationship status 231 points given [19th] 71 points received [79th] 32 entries pointed top entry: Gareth Emery & NASH - Yesterday (feat. Linney) [+18, BJSC 121]

18 :: The Spodic Empire :: Wubble-U - Petal (English Rose Pruned)Wubble-U was an English dance music act of the mid-1990s, that was signed to BMG's independent record label, Indolent Records. Members were Laurant Webb, Justin Bailey, Dave Pine, Charlotte Fairman and Dave Coker, and became most famous for the single, "Petal". This was originally a 1994 release, that featured the comedian Stanley Unwin. A 1998 re-release took the track to number 55 in the UK Singles Chart. The band also remixed such artists as Madness, Gabriel, The Cardigans, the 60ft Dolls and Lisa Moorish. Signed to BMG in 1997, the band's album, Where's Wubble-U, received critical acclaim. first appearance Relationship status 25 points given [97th] 108 points received [62nd] 3 entries pointed top entry: DragonForce - Through The Fire And Flames [+10, BJSC 168]

17 :: Ojnoj :: Déyyess - Lips Like SugarHailing from Canterbury, Déyyess brings a smart, fresh voice to the queer indie-pop landscape. Drifting softly on electronic clouds of dreamy, introspective defiance, Déyyess’s music floats on hypnotic vulnerability and lands with the no-nonsense indie edge. Inspired by visionaries like Lana Del Rey, Halsey, and early Gaga, Déyyess weaves together elements of pop, electronic, and ambient textures to craft something unmistakably her own: evocative, hook-fuelled, and quietly powerful. first appearance Relationship status 71 points given [63rd] 110 points received [60th] 9 entries pointed top entry: Nicky Romero & NERVO - Like Home [+10, BJSC 52]

16 :: FSR Rontvia :: DJ Suzy - White RabbitSuzy Viktoria Ekman Ronander, known professionally as DJ Suzy, is a Swedish musician and songwriter. Suzy is currently under YEAR0001's management, however releases on her own label, Kira Krash. Her career began with the release of her first single titled "Wings" in 2023. She released her debut EP I'm Still Changing in the same year. In 2022, DJ Suzy was featured on Död Mark's track "Öga 4 Öga" from Död Mark 4Evigt. Her first live performance was in 2023 at Way Out West in Göteborg, Sweden. In 2024, Suzy released the Digital Girl EP, which collected her early singles along with a funk remix of Digital Girl. The EP positioned her for Apple Music's "Up Next" programme, which showcases rising talent from the Nordics and beyond. first appearance Relationship status 531 points given [3rd] 449 points received [5th] 62 entries pointed top entry: Ram - RAMelia (Tribute To Amelia) [+13, BJSC 64]

15 :: Niceland :: Cephas Azariah & Elle Limebear - you're gonna be okayCephas is an Indian-born British composer writing music for contemplation. He combines atmospheric textures and piano melodies to create sounds that suspend emotions with a new clarity. His work is articulated through simple repeated shapes, electronic phrases and strings embellishments - allowing time and space for the listener’s response. There’s no rush. Cephas’ music has the sole intention of bringing a sense of peace to people’s spaces. Elle Limebear (née Smith; born 2 April 1997) is a British worship singer, songwriter and artist. Limebear is also a member of a music band named Manor Collective, a group of writers, artists, producers and friends of different skin colours and cultures who first got together at a big English Manor House, in the Hampshire countryside. first/second appearance Elle Limebear - Bye Fear {Niceland CLXVIII; SF-25} Relationship status 65 points given [67th] 293 points received [21st] 10 entries pointed top entry: Built By Titan - Broken Love (ft. Starxs) [+9, BJSC 104]

14 :: Zanmatony :: Hot Chip - DevotionHot Chip is an English synth-pop band formed in London in 2000. The group consists of multi-instrumentalists Alexis Taylor, Joe Goddard, Al Doyle, Owen Clarke, and Felix Martin. They are occasionally joined by former member Rob Smoughton for live performances and studio recordings. The group primarily produces music in the synth-pop and alternative dance genres, drawing influences from house and disco. second appearance Hot Chip - Need You Now {π LXXIV; 16} Relationship status 192 points given [26th] 383 points received [11th] 25 entries pointed top entry: Solarstone - Seven Cities (Solar Stone's Atlantis Mix) [+18, BJSC 175]

13 :: Greenfroze :: ZETAK - ARALARKO DAMAZETAK is a Basque music group formed in 2019. Known for their electronic music with Basque lyrics, today you can find ZETAK’s music with millions of streams on Spotify. The group members include Pello Reparaz on vocals (previously part of the ska group Vendetta), Leire Colomo on percussion, Gorka Pastor on keyboard and synth, and Iban Larrreboure on drums. first appearance Relationship status 94 points given [53rd] 125 points received [55th] 14 entries pointed top entry: SOFI TUKKER & Bomba Estéreo - Playa Grande [+12, BJSC 115]

12 :: Baleghde :: BANKS - ContaminatedJillian Rose Banks (born June 16, 1988), known mononymously as Banks (often stylized in all caps), is an American singer and songwriter. Following the release of two extended plays—Fall Over and London—in 2013, she signed with Harvest Records to release her debut studio album, Goddess (2014). It was met with positive critical reception and peaked at number 12 on the Billboard 200, while its single, "Beggin for Thread" received platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Her second and third studio albums, The Altar (2016) and III (2019) were met with similar success, peaking at numbers 17 and 21 respectively on the chart; the latter saw her furthest critical acclaim. After departing Harvest Records, she released her fourth studio album Serpentina independently in 2022. Exploring a more experimental sound than her previous work, it achieved modest commercial success but received favorable reviews from music critics. It was followed by her fifth studio album Off with Her Head in 2025. fourth appearance BANKS - Fall Over {N DNTN LIII; 18} BANKS - Warm Water (Snakehips Remix) {Aelandor CXV; 35} Jai Wolf - Don't Look Down (feat. BANKS) {Cadelicia CLVII; 1} Relationship status 35 points given [87th] 88 points received [69th] 5 entries pointed top entry: Tinlicker; Run Rivers - Lost [+18, BJSC 141]

11 :: Aelandor :: Pom Pom Squad - VillainPom Pom Squad is an American indie rock/grunge band from Brooklyn, New York. It is the solo project of frontwoman Mia Berrin, and features permanent members Shelby Keller (drums), Alex Mercuri (guitar) and Lauren Marquez (bass and keys). They released the extended plays Hate It Here in 2018 and Ow in 2019 before releasing their debut studio album Death of a Cheerleader in 2021. They toured extensively in the years following, opening for musicians Pvris and Bartees Strange before releasing their second album Mirror Starts Moving Without Me in 2024 to positive reviews. On August 6th in 2025, Mia announced on FaceBook that they were an independent indie band again without any label. first appearance Relationship status 155 points given [37th] 364 points received [14th] 18 entries pointed top entry: Phil Lober – Alive [+15, BJSC 132]

10 :: D'yermak'er :: TĀLĀ - GhostsTālā (stylized as TĀLĀ) is a musician from Kingston upon Thames. She attended a catholic school in Twickenham until she was 16, when she attended the BRIT School. She started learning to play music with piano lessons, jamming with her sitar- and tabla-playing father. She started making electronic music after being given the Reason music software as a teenager. Her stage name is Persian for gold. fourth appearance TĀLĀ - Alchemy {Bøtanikkä LXIX; 3} TĀLĀ - Serbia {Persephonia LXIV; 15} TĀLĀ and MssingNo - Tell Me (feat. WA$$UP) {Medhelnia XCVI; 42} Relationship status 162 points given [33rd] 144 points received [50th] 21 entries pointed top entry: Anna Lunoe 'Breathe' [+12, BJSC 61]

09 :: Yehesi :: Suzane - ChampagneSuzane, whose real name is Océane Colom, is a French singer born in 1990. From a very young age, she began studying music and singing at the Conservatoire du Grand Avignon before working her way into the club and electro scene following her move to Paris in 2014. The artist’s lyrics are politically engaged and militant; on her track ‘Il est où le SAV ?’ (‘Where’s the customer service?’), she speaks out about the climate crisis – a position driven home by the song’s music video, which was filmed at one of the world’s biggest open-air landfills. At the 2020 Victoires de la Musique, the singer won the Prix de la révélation scène, an award reserved for that year’s biggest live breakthrough act. first appearance Relationship status 193 points given [25th] 304 points received [19th] 22 entries pointed top entry: MARTIN GARRIX - ANIMALS [+12, BJSC 57]

08 :: Sovarasma :: DAVID BORING - Jenny RottenFormed in 2013 in Hong Kong, David Boring is named after the unlikely hero from Daniel Clowes's cult classic graphic novel. DB experiments with dirty, experimental noise, male-female interlacing dialogues and the enigmatically cathartic live performances. first appearance Relationship status 163 points given [32nd] 214 points received [31st] 17 entries pointed top entry: Fat Dog - King Of The Slugs [+18, BJSC 161]