MTV UK and Ireland today announce the first two nominees in their annual search for the very best in new music - MTV Brand New For 2012.
Clement Marfo and the Frontline and Angel will join Wretch 32 to perform at the exclusive launch show at London’s Koko on Thursday 1st December where the rest of the final nominees will be announced. Tickets are on sale now via www.hmvtickets.com/mtv/events/4616.
Having recently supported the likes of Plan B, Dizzee Rascal and Florence and the Machine, 7 piece hip-hop collective Clement Marfo and the Frontline (main picture) have already earned themselves a loyal live following. Formed only two years ago in South London the Warner Brothers Records signed act have since made a huge impact on the UK urban scene and look set continue their success with this week’s release of new single ‘Overtime’.
"Thoroughly overwhelmed by this news! This year has been a positive start and we are honestly privileged to be acknowledged by MTV for doing what it is we love to do. 2012 is going to be a flourishing year for British music." said Clement Marfo.
23 year-old West London singer-songwriter Angel (small picture) has penned hit tracks for the likes of Roll Deep, Pixie Lott and Jason Derulo while honing his own unique sound. His soulful vocals and distinctive rapping style have already caused excitement online and with an album featuring Wiley and Wretch 32 ready to launch, as well as support from the likes of Trevor Nelson, Angel is one of the hottest new UK talents around.
"It's an honour to be nominated by MTV. This has motivated me to work harder." said Angel.
Former MTV Brand New nominee Wretch 32 will headline the show at Koko, returning to where it all started for him last year. All three artists will be performing and the full ‘Brand New for 2012’ list of nominees will be announced.
In the last 4 years MTV Brand New has identified international stars such as Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber and Ke$ha before their debut releases whilst also picking up top British music talent Tinie Tempah, Adele, Florence and The Machine, Ellie Goulding, Jessie J, Friendly Fires, White Lies, Wretch 32 & Labrinth at the very start of their recording careers.
This year, for the first time ever the list of top ten nominees will also include one unsigned act. To enter the unsigned competition go to: www.brandnewunsigned.mtv.co.uk.
In January 2012, MTV Live will host two further gigs showcasing ‘Brand New’ nominees and returning headliners that will be featured across MTV’s channels in the New Year.
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Clement Marfo and the Frontline and Angel will join Wretch 32 to perform at the exclusive launch show at London’s Koko on Thursday 1st December where the rest of the final nominees will be announced. Tickets are on sale now via 
