LOS ANGELES, February 29, 2024 – A star-studded party hosted by spotify on Sunday night showcased rising musical talent and buzzed with anticipation for this year’s Best New Artist award, with performances from Addison Rae, Olivia Dean, and Lola Young.
A Night of Rising stars and Stylish Statements
the Spotify event drew a packed house of performers and celebrities, offering a glimpse into the future of pop music.
- Addison Rae, Lola Young, and Olivia Dean were among the performers at the Spotify Best New Artist bash.
- Celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton, whose memoir Your Roots Don’t Define You was released earlier this month, was in attendance with his daughter.
- Guests enjoyed a variety of food and drinks, including braised short ribs and hibiscus margaritas.
- Lola Young returned to the stage after a break to focus on her health.
- Olivia Dean, considered a frontrunner for the Best New Artist prize, closed out the show with a performance of her popular songs.
Celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton-whose debut memoir Your Roots Don’t Define You was released earlier this month-expressed his excitement for Addison Rae’s performance, stating, “I think she’s been killing it.” Appleton was accompanied by his 21-year-old daughter, Kitty-Blu.
The event attracted a high-profile guest list, including Zara Larsson, Tove Lo, Jesse Jo Stark, and Yungblud, who mingled before and after the performances.
What makes a successful music event? A combination of talented performers, a vibrant atmosphere, and flavorful food and drinks, as evidenced by the Spotify bash, which offered braised short ribs, Japanese teriyaki chicken, roasted potatoes, and couscous with vegetable ratatouille. Bartenders kept busy crafting specialty cocktails and mocktails, especially hibiscus margaritas, espresso martinis, and sparkling grapefruit coolers.
Leon Thomas opened the string of performances,followed by Lola Young,who made a return to the stage after taking time to focus on her health. The atmosphere reached its peak when Addison Rae appeared backstage, waving to the crowd in crystal-encrusted stiletto boots and a peplum white blazer. she later continued her performance dancing in a glossy white bra.
Olivia Dean concluded the show just before 11:30 p.m.,captivating the audience with a performance of her hits,including Nice to Each Other,so Easy (To Fall In love), and Man I Need. Dressed in a sequined checker-print dress by 16Arlington and sporting her signature bouncy curls, the British singer is considered a strong contender for this year’s prize.
The party continued well after Dean’s performance, with attendees enjoying late-night snacks such as cheeseburgers from Heavy Handed, tacos from Tacos Por Vida, mini pizzas from LaSorted, and churros from the Churro Man booth.
The Spotify Best New Artist event suggests that Sunday’s awards show will be filled with memorable performances and standout fashion moments.
