up-and-coming
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Bad Bunny himself called the singer-songwriter “my favorite artist from Puerto Rico” back in 2022, when she was still an up-and-coming indie promise.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Infleqtion’s edge lies in neutral atoms, an up-and-coming architecture increasingly viewed as a commercially viable path forward.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
That, McCallion said, remains a key focus, and gives "young and up-and-coming musicians the chance to develop their skills and perform in a professional setting, establishing a lasting legacy for the festival".
From BBC • May 1, 2026
Lady Gaga, Dua Lipa and Olivia Dean - to name just a few - all feature on the album, alongside up-and-coming artists like Izzy Escobar.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
Muhammad’s hair is short and boring, whereas this guy’s is up-and-coming, straight-up rakish.
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
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