For years, BBC Introducing has been the trusted launchpad for emerging artists across the UK, shining a light on fresh talent and giving new voices a national stage. From intimate radio slots to career-defining festival appearances, the platform has become a rite of passage for musicians ready to step into the spotlight.
August 2025, that spotlight fell on Wornsteps, as they were featured on BBC Introducing East Midlands. It’s a moment that marks both recognition and momentum: the band’s sound resonating not only with grassroots listeners but also with the curators dedicated to uncovering the next wave of music. To be championed by BBC Introducing is more than airplay, it’s a seal of promise, an invitation for audiences to lean in closer and take notice.
For Wornsteps, it’s another step in their journey, a chance to be heard by new ears and connect with listeners who might just find their new favourite band.
Here is what they had to say :
Wornsteps (real name Chris) has carved out a distinctive space in the shoegaze and dream pop landscape, blending shimmering guitars with hazy, reverb-soaked textures. Their latest track, Wordless Female, is a testament to this craft.
The song drifts between burning shoegaze intensity and lush dream pop atmospherics, creating a cocktail of sound that is both immersive and intoxicating. Shimmering guitars and ethereal layers swirl together, while the understated rhythms provide a steady, grounding pulse.
The vocals are delivered in a breathy, intimate style, used less as a vehicle for narrative and more as another instrumental layer. This adds to the overall mood rather than dominating it. The result is a soundscape that feels expansive yet personal, drawing the listener deep into its haze.
It is a gorgeous release and proof that Warm Steps can pull off the delicate trick of balancing texture and melody with understated confidence.