When October Drift appeared at the start of 2015 with their beefy yet melodic sound, they had the confidence to win over all audiences.

Despite the early success of their incendiary debut singles – receiving support from Steve Lamacq, John Kennedy and Q magazine to name but a few - and string of sold-out gigs, this band still remain something of an enigma.

October Drift’s music is similarly ambiguous, characterised by their signature wall of sound guitars, soaring, ponderous vocals and driving, urgent drums.

And while staying independent and playing every town and city that will have you isn’t exactly the stylish thing to do in 2016, October Drift’s irresistible combination of feedback and harmonies deserves to shake every room in the country.

The band have gained a reputation for delivering blistering, high-energy live shows. Indeed, their first tour sold out before even releasing their first single, such is the buzz around their live performances.

With shows at BBC6 Music Festival, Dot to Dot, Tramlines and Camden Rocks already under their belts alongside a cult fan base spreading the word, and a focus too few peers in their position possess, the immediate future is very bright (and very loud).

‘Brooding, personally-etched song writing’ – Clash

“A distinct lack of social media presence made sure early cuts were shrouded in a sense of mystique, serving only to heighten the growing buzz” - Line of Best Fit

‘A band we’re probably all going to know about very soon’ – Louder Than War

Now London-based, Sonia’s beautifully anchored, luxurious slow-burn R&B-tinged vocals caught the attention of producer Liam Howe (FKA Twigs, Adele, Jessie Ware) and the pair immediately hit it off, resulting in the incredible ‘One Of Those Things’ EP in 2017, followed by ‘Eat Your Words’ EP, and due for release in January 2020 the ‘See Me More’ EP, which all showcase her extensive vocal range and talent as a performer. Having now amassed over six million views on You Tube, and a million streams with singles including ‘Do You Love Me’ and ‘London Used To Feel So Cool’, Sonia is an artist to watch, with ‘a voice that will leave you hypnotised’ Wonderland Magazine.

As well as being busy in the studio, Sonia has been enchanting audiences with her live set at the Great Escape, and supporting the likes of Betsy, Alice Merton, Alice Jemima and 30 dates with Dido across South America, UK and Europe.

Alongside the clear influences in Cheap Meat’s music, there runs a decidedly sharper edge, felt with guitars that owe their legacy to Eddie Van Halen, clever lines and tongue in cheek references. Championed by Kerrang!, Upset and Rock Sound, the band will release their eagerly anticipated debut album later this year.