Mahalia, Grace Carter and Flohio (pictured above) are among the acts chosen for the BBC Sound of 2019 longlist.
They are joined by Dermot Kennedy, King Princess, Ella Mai, Octavian, Rosalía, Slowthai and Sea Girls - the only band to appear in the selection.
Now in its 17th year, the list was voted for by 136 critics, broadcasters and DJs, including former nominees Ellie Goulding and Stormzy.
Past winners include Adele, Sam Smith and Years & Years. Last year's winner, Sigrid, described how topping the list, 'helped me so much with reaching a new audience and giving my music some extra exposure on the radio.'
Commenting on the selection, BBC Radio 1 DJ Annie Mac said the list was 'filled with incredibly talented people and is a real reflection of where music is heading in 2019.'
She added: 'So many of the artists are truly innovating in their fields. It's exciting to champion new music across the BBC and share these artists with the audience.'
The top five will be revealed from 7 January onwards on Radio 1 and BBC News, with the winner announced on 11 January.
They are joined by Dermot Kennedy, King Princess, Ella Mai, Octavian, Rosalía, Slowthai and Sea Girls - the only band to appear in the selection.
Now in its 17th year, the list was voted for by 136 critics, broadcasters and DJs, including former nominees Ellie Goulding and Stormzy.
Past winners include Adele, Sam Smith and Years & Years. Last year's winner, Sigrid, described how topping the list, 'helped me so much with reaching a new audience and giving my music some extra exposure on the radio.'
Commenting on the selection, BBC Radio 1 DJ Annie Mac said the list was 'filled with incredibly talented people and is a real reflection of where music is heading in 2019.'
She added: 'So many of the artists are truly innovating in their fields. It's exciting to champion new music across the BBC and share these artists with the audience.'
The top five will be revealed from 7 January onwards on Radio 1 and BBC News, with the winner announced on 11 January.
