Myles Smith, a 26-year-old singer-songwriter from Luton, is set to receive the Rising Star award at the BRITs on February 28, 2025, marking a significant milestone in his rapid ascent in the music industry.

Despite being relatively unknown initially, Smith garnered tens of millions of views on his music, highlighting the huge public interest in his work.

A pivotal moment in his career came when a friend encouraged him to share his music on TikTok, a platform he initially viewed as frivolous.

Once engaged on TikTok, Smith leveraged the platform to build a community around his music, leading to viral successes with original songs and covers that significantly increased his audience.

Industry figures noted that while the UK initially lagged in airplay metrics, Smith's extensive touring helped boost his presence and promotion within the country.

Glyn Aikins, co-president of RCA UK, remarked that Smith's success signals a positive trend for British music despite recent challenges in artist development.

His early singles led to the release of two EPs in 2024, 'River' and 'A Minute…', showcasing his intimate songwriting and further solidifying his status in the industry.

In addition to his rising fame, Smith was named BBC Introducing Artist Of The Year in 2024 and signed with Sony Music Publishing in September 2024.

Looking ahead, Smith plans to tour North America and Europe in the first half of 2025, feeling prepared to deliver impressive live performances to larger audiences.

Since signing with RCA UK in 2023, Smith has become a global sensation, with his hit single 'Stargazing' nearing 700 million plays on Spotify alone.

His impressive catalog includes hit singles such as 'Solo' with 260,085 sales, 'Nice To Meet You' at 240,911 sales, and 'Stargazing' with over 1.1 million sales, contributing to more than 1.6 billion total streams.

Smith has amassed 21 million monthly listeners on Spotify and boasts a significant social media presence, with 1.6 million followers on TikTok and 1.4 million on Instagram.