Ben Kidson might look like a pop star, but he’s not trying to be one. He’s carving his own path, fuelled by a run of viral videos and a cult following drawn to his razor-sharp writing and brutal honesty. Tracks like Back on the Apps, Shiver and Mortified blend jagged guitars with biting observations about love, addiction and digital chaos. His debut EP is out now. On stage, Ben walks the line between gig and confession: loud, unpredictable and completely open. He sold out The Lexington, headlined the 100 Club, and won BBC Introducing’s Song of the Year for Shiver.
We welcome the viral artist to this year’s Sŵn Festival.
FFO: Good Health, Good Wealth, GANS, Antony Szmierek