The BBC has released its annual list of the hottest names to watch out for in 2014, known most famously as BBC Sound of 2014. The list, first started in 2003, is compiled by more than 70 industry professionals and has helped launch the careers of Haim, Adele, James Blake, 50 Cent, Jessie J and Ellie Goulding amongst many, many others.
The 2014 list of 15 artists already includes some familiar names such as James Blake, Sam Smith and Ella Eyre, who have already featured on number one singles. You can listen to on the BBC Sound of 2014 Spotify playlist below; we're sure you will enjoy it as much as we have.