By: Staff
The annual DSCVR program highlights emerging artists worldwide who are set to make waves in the coming year.
Houston-native singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Bryant Barnes has released exclusive live performances of "I'd Rather Pretend" and "Is This Love to You" as part of Vevo's 2025 'DSCVR Artists to Watch' campaign. Now in its eleventh year, Vevo’s DSCVR ATW program showcases a carefully selected roster of global talent poised for mainstream success. The 2025 DSCVR ATW class will feature high-quality live performances, with each artist presenting two unique songs filmed specifically for Vevo.
Barnes expressed his gratitude, saying, “I’m so honored to be featured on Vevo’s DSCVR Artists to Watch list. It’s a privilege to perform on the same stage as the remarkable artists who came before me. Thank you to everyone listening.”
Vevo’s "DSCVR Artists to Watch" program stems from its acclaimed DSCVR series, which aims to spotlight promising new musicians. Each year, over 600 emerging artists and bands compete for a spot, which provides them with invaluable exposure through Vevo’s curated music video programming, including playlists and editorial features that reach a worldwide audience.
“Our annual DSCVR Artists to Watch list demonstrates Vevo's commitment to uplifting new talent,” said JP Evangelista, Vevo’s SVP of Content, Programming & Marketing. “While Vevo supports emerging artists daily, crafting this highly anticipated list requires a unique blend of instinct and data analysis across global music trends. Our experienced tastemakers assess every submission, spanning genres, and consider both current trends and intuitive insights. The exclusive live performances we produce for this list further help these artists broaden their visual catalogs, enhancing their reach. Making the DSCVR list is no easy accomplishment—congratulations to this remarkable class of future stars!”
Vevo has consistently championed rising artists, helping launch the careers of now-celebrated musicians like Sam Smith (2014), James Bay (2015), Raye (2017), Billie Eilish (2018), Lewis Capaldi (2018), Remi Wolf (2021), Ice Spice (2023), and Chappell Roan (2024), the 2024 "DSCVR Artist of the Year."
“Each year, Vevo awards one exceptional artist the title of ‘DSCVR Artist of the Year’ as a testament to their distinct artistry, compelling stage presence, unique sound, and connection with global audiences. This year, Chappell Roan embodies all these qualities as a vibrant pop talent. From headlining record-breaking festival performances to a sold-out international tour, her rise has been incredible. We’re honored to have played a role in her journey and look forward to seeing her continued success.”
Check out this latest release and listen to more of Bryant Barnes on Spotify & YouTube.
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