Brilliant Sounds once again celebrated the creativity and talent of independent and unsigned artists, bringing together a diverse group of performers — from solo acts and instrumentalists to singer-songwriters and bands. The competition provided a platform for emerging talent to share their craft and amplify their voices while highlighting the power of music to inspire, unite, and spark change.

This year’s winner of Brilliant Sounds, Hugo Larsson, was invited to perform live on the Brilliant Minds stage in Stockholm before an audience of global leaders, innovators, creators, and changemakers. Alongside the performance, the winner received a recording session in the Spotify studio, a dedicated mentor from Spotify for Artists, an exclusive  A&R session and round trip to New York with Today is Vintage, access to industry workshops and sessions, and an invitation to a future Brilliant Minds gathering. Together, these opportunities helped foster new connections, accelerate professional development, and support the artist’s continued journey.