The Last Dinner Party have been crowned the winner of BBC Radio 1’s Sound of 2024.

The London-based indie-rock/pop band consisting of Abigail Morris, Lizzie Mayland, Emily Roberts, Georgia Davies, and Aurora Nishevci were chosen by a panel of over 140 industry experts and artists, including Olivia Rodrigo, Declan McKenna, Chase & Status, Mahalia and more.

2023 was a huge year for the five-piece as they made their Glastonbury debut, embarked on their first North American tour, released their debut track ‘Nothing Matters’, and announced a headline gig at London’s Roundhouse. Along the way they have also garnered support from Radio 1’s Greg James and Jack Saunders, and recently recorded a session for Radio 1’s Future Artists. This year promises big things for the band with their highly anticipated debut album ‘Prelude to Ecstasy’ due out in February.

The Last Dinner Party say: “We are overjoyed to have won BBC Radio 1’s Sound Of Award for 2024! We predict amazing things happening in music this year and it is truly an honour to even be a part of it. BBC Radio has championed us and so many other young artists from the start of their careers, we still can’t believe it every time we hear one of our songs being played. Every artist who has been nominated or won over the years is such a powerhouse, it humbles us to join their ranks! Thank you to guitar music for never dying. Bands are back, baby.”

Jack Saunders says: “It is a really strong year for the Sound Of list, which should make this win for The Last Dinner Party even sweeter. There isn’t a band connecting with their audience like this band right now: great songs, image and drive. They have the perfect concoction for success.”

The top five acts for Sound of 2024 are:

The Last Dinner Party
Olivia Dean
Peggy Gou
Tyla
Elmiene

Also on the longlist for Sound of 2024 (in alphabetical order):

Ayra Starr
Caity Baser
CMAT
Kenya Grace
Sekou

Radio 1 will also host a special event – BBC Radio 1 Sound of 2024 Live – which will be held at Maida Vale on Monday 8 January with performances from artists on the longlist.

Sound of… started in 2003 and over the years winners include 50 Cent, Adele and HAIM. Last year FLO claimed the top spot ahead of a strong longlist featuring the likes of Fred again.., Nia Archives and Cat Burns. Other Sound of… alumni include Stormzy, Adele, Lady Gaga, Dizzee Rascal, The Weeknd, Dua Lipa, Billie Eilish and Lewis Capaldi.

Further details of the panel and how the list was compiled are available on BBC Radio 1’s Sound of 2024 website.