BBC Introducing From The Glasshouse: Tom A. Smith, Ellur and Robyn Banks
Northern. Charismatic. Future headliners having a blast.
Pay what you decide to find your future favourite artists at our From The Glasshouse gigs. When you come to one, you’re not just supporting the region’s most exciting new and independent acts. The chances are you’re seeing them right before their breakthrough.
Each month we’re teaming up with BBC Introducing to bring you fresh line-ups of artists making waves in the North East’s music scene and beyond, meaning you can expect to see the best independent musicians from all genres right here.
Look out for From The Glasshouse acts gaining some serious momentum down the line with content shared across the BBC Network.
Who will you discover before everyone else?
This month’s lineup features: Tom A. Smith, Ellur and Robyn Banks.
This event is part of 2026’s Mercury Prize Fringe.
Need to know
Venue: Sage Two (Club Layout)
Price: Pay what you decide.
Stage Times: Announced closer to show time.
Age: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
Who's playing?
Tom A. Smith
At just 22, Tom A. Smith keeps building a reputation as one of the UK’s most exciting emerging voices. With major national radio support, a rapidly growing fanbase and a relentless touring schedule, his EP release Put On A Record Tommy (Fiction Records) has landed at a pivotal point during his rise.
He recently played a packed run of UK headline dates and appeared at SXSW Austin. Festival season has been jam-packed for him too, with appearances at The Great Escape, BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend in his hometown of Sunderland, Isle of Wight Festival, Truck Festival and The Eden sessions with The Maccabees by personal invite from the band.
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Ellur
Halifax artist Ellur writes soaring indie guitar songs about growing up and acceptance. Every word counts in each Ellur song. She’s a storyteller who lets listeners further into her world with every track.
Ellur’s God Help Me Now EP (produced by Joel Johnston of Far Caspian) featuring its title track and latest single ‘Yellow Light’ (BBC Radio 1’s Track Of The Week), showcases her anthemic sound to perfection, taking influences from artists like Sharon Van Etten, Sam Fender and Dora Jar.
Ellur’s established herself as a growing force in indie landscape. She’s played SXSW in Austin Texas, Reading & Leeds Festivals plus shows with Robbie Williams and Blossoms. The gifted songwriter has been championed by NME, Consequence of Sound, Dork, DIY, The Line of Best Fit, Clash, BBC Radio 1 and BBC 6 Music with plays from Steve Lamacq and more. Shows with her fantastic live band are unmissable.
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Robyn Banks
With lyrical hooks straight from Gateshead, Robyn Banks balances alternative music with melodies that stay stuck in your teeth.
Taking on Reddit fiends and mouth-breathers, Robyn’s making a name with a witty, remarkable voice and is fast becoming known as a must-see songwriter.
BBC Introducing in the North East presented Shakk has described her music as being “bold and brave.”
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