Tinie Tempah has gone from underground buzz artist to bona fide pop phenomenon in what seems like no time at all. His number one debut album Disc-overy has sold over half a million copies to date and earned him 2 BRIT Awards - one for Best Single for track Pass Out and the other for Best Breakthrough Artist, both of which were voted for by the public. The album has also spawned 2 number one singles Pass Out (certified Platinum) and Written In The Stars (certified Gold) and 2 top five singles Miami 2 Ibiza and Frisky.

Philadelphia based hip hop duo Chiddy Bang have been lighting up blogs across the world with their unique blend of old skool rap and modern electronica. Part of a new wave of American rap artists, the band first came to prominence on the US college circuit. Known for their use of samples, they’ve utilised a number of modern electro songs from acts such as Passion Pit and MGMT. Their debut single Opposite of Adults hit the UK top fifteen, whilst an album is set to follow later in the year.

He may be new on the scene, but Bluey Robinson is already one of the most hotly tipped artists of 2010.

A former actor with appearances on EastEnders under his belt, RnB singer Bluey created a massive bidding war last year following his self released single I Know. Citing Stevie Wonder, Prince and Michael Jackson as influences, London based Robinson mixes soulful vocals with a healthy dose of funk.