SAILORR: One of my fave artists crushed her Vevo DSCVR 2026 ‘Artists to Watch’ sets
One rap baddie I cannot look away from? How about SAILORR for the win? She continues to show out and put out quality anthems - especially in the form of Vevo DSCVR’s ‘Artists to Watch’ performances.
SAILORR completely came through for her Vevo DSCVR 2026 ‘Artists to Watch’ sets
She has ample anthems to her name but delivering live filmed sets for her ‘SINCERITY’ and ‘BELLY’ tunes? Oh yes. Geek out over the deets.
Vevo released two live performances from Alt-R&B/Dreampop artist SAILORR for "SINCERITY" and "BELLY" for its “DSCVR Artists to Watch” 2026 campaign.
Now in its twelfth year, Vevo’s DSCVR ATW program is a hand-picked, highly curated selection of global artists who Vevo has tipped to break through to the mainstream, and is sponsored by Boost Mobile, as a part of a wider campaign on Vevo in which select DSCVR performances integrate Boost Mobile Branding. Starting Wednesday, November 12th, Vevo’s DSCVR ATW will showcase high-quality live performance video content from the class of 2026, with each artist delivering two custom performances.
“There’s a reason why she’s Florida’s finest! With her debut album, SAILORR has taken her artistry to the top of the R&B game thanks to an undeniable mix of edginess, authenticity and style. DSCVR Artists To Watch is committed to spotlighting artists who are shaping the future of music and SAILORR really is THAT girl.” - Karina Alvarez, Senior Digital Marketing Manager
Born out of Vevo’s taste-making DSCVR series, “DSCVR Artists To Watch” is one of the most highly anticipated and competitive lists in the emerging music space. Selected artists and bands receive invaluable exposure through Vevo’s extensive global network, including promotional support, playlist placements, and editorial features that help accelerate their careers.
"Vevo’s DSCVR program and annual Artists to Watch list is a critical part of our ongoing commitment and support to tomorrow’s icons. Vevo offers emerging artists the critical opportunity to build, monetize, and promote their visual catalog, no matter their genre. From Ireland to Puerto Rico, the 2026 DSCVR Artists to Watch come from various corners of the world, representing many scenes and cultures,” says JP Evangelista, SVP, Content, Programming & Marketing, Vevo. “Using a combination of art and science, data and gut, we can proudly advocate for this group of artists and their future success. Our biggest congratulations to the Class of 2026!"
Vevo has a long history of supporting and introducing emerging artists to new global audiences. ATW alumni are a long list of musical success stories, including Sam Smith (2014), James Bay (2015), Raye (2017), Billie Eilish (2018) Lewis Capaldi (2018), Remi Wolf (2021), Ice Spice (2023), Chappell Roan (2024) and more.
Vevo’s 2026 DSCVR “Artists to Watch” are:
Aaron Rowe (Columbia Records)
aron! (Verve Records)
Alessi Rose (Capitol Records)
Audrey Hobert (RCA Records)
Bay Swag (UnitedMasters)
kwn (RCA Records)
LaBlackie (Universal Music Spain)
LeoStayTrill (0207 Def Jam)
Luz Gaggi (Sony Argentina)
RnBoi (Because Music)
ROA (UMLE)
Royel Otis (Capitol Records)
SAILORR (Bu Vision/10K Projects)
Sayf (Atlantic Records Italy / Warner Music Italy)
Sekou (EMI/Republic Records/NWS Music Group)
Sienna Spiro (Capitol Records)
Ty Myers (RECORDS Nashville/Columbia Records)
Waylon Wyatt (Darkroom)
Zeddy Will (Power Moves, Inc./Vydia)
About SAILORR:
SAILORR is a rising Alt-R&B/Dreampop artist whose breakout single, "Pookie’s Requiem," skyrocketed her to fame in 2024. Raised in Jacksonville, Florida, to Vietnamese immigrant parents, SAILORR layered story and limitless talent reflect her ability to turn personal challenges into art. When home life teetered on toxic, SAILORR and her older sister moved out when she was just ten years old and her sister was eighteen. The two moved to Miami for a year, as SAILORR watched her sister graduate early and put herself through dental school. Originally aspiring to be on Broadway, SAILORR changed course and decided to focus on production after high school, and held a series of odd jobs to fund her music while performing at various open mics. In mid-2024, SAILORR started experimenting with releasing her songs online, and soon caught the attention of 10K Projects/Atlantic Records. Toward the close of 2024, she released her infectious “Pookie’s Requiem,” the quintessential breakup anthem that leans on inspiration from Requiem of a Dream. SAILORR’s sound is curated by the world around her, where fantasy meets reality, all while maintaining unbridled authenticity. She released her debut project, From Florida’s Finest, in 2025, which she describes as feeling like “a girls’ road trip up the coast of Florida.” While her steady rise is lightning in a bottle, this is only the beginning. “I want people to realize that I spent a lot of my life struggling with my identity because I never really identified with being super feminine or super masculine,” she advises. “And so, in all sorts of ways I've always felt, even in my music, that I'm still learning to truly be fully vulnerable and present. But I have the audacity to think I can do everything.”
