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Lola Young Commands SXSW Stage Post-Grammy Win
13 Mar
Summary
- Lola Young delivered a powerful performance at SXSW.
- She shared a personal poem about current world issues.
- The showcase highlighted promising new artists for 2026.
British singer Lola Young delivered a powerful performance at Rolling Stone's Future of Music showcase held at the Moody Theater in Austin, Texas. This marked her first U.S. performance since September 2025, where she previously experienced a health incident. Young's 14-song set showcased her versatility, blending soulful autobiographical tunes with tracks from her latest release, 'I'm Only F**king Myself,' and earlier impactful works like 'Messy.'
During her performance, Young paused to read a poem she had written, expressing fears for her friends and the world, while emphasizing art's role as a rebellion and a source of hope. She urged the audience to resist censorship and stand together. This moment resonated strongly with the crowd, fueling the energy for the remainder of her set.
The showcase also served to highlight other promising artists set to shape the music scene in 2026. Among those featured were openers Sofia and the Antoinettes, Saint Harrison, and local Austin artist Susanna Joffe, all contributing to a vibrant display of emerging talent.
