David Knowles is an acoustic singer-songwriter from Wigan, now based in Edinburgh, writing quietly melodic songs shaped by 90s alternative music. Much of his early material was written while travelling with an acoustic guitar, leading to his debut album Footsteps (2015), followed by new releases in 2023.
El Cameroon is a Scottish songwriter based in London, writing stripped-back songs built around acoustic guitar and a rugged, expressive voice. His music leans into both the chaos and the quiet — unspoken moments and the weight of what’s left behind.
Mercuria Bloom is the stage name of artist Gloria Rossi under which she produces her own sound. Gloria uses her own poems and writing as lyrics, and she transforms these using her ethereal vocals over hypnotic trance beats. Mercuria Bloom is also a fantasy name that she uses in her visual work.
You can find more about her work at https://www.gloriarossiart.com/
Pictonne makes underground synth-led indie with a dark electronic edge — blending pulsing beats, atmospheric textures and sharp melodic hooks into songs built for late nights, small rooms and restless minds.
Chilly Badger playlists showcase independent indie and alternative music, with a focus on new and emerging artists. Submissions are open, and we’re always looking for well-written, honest songs with real character. Have a track? Send it over.
