What happens when a psychology grad takes a detour into the world of pop? Check out our latest Hype digital cover feature.

Words: Stephen Ackroyd.

Flying back from her first Los Angeles writing trip, Chloe Qisha has already had a whirlwind year. In just over twelve months or so, she's transformed from a psychology graduate with musical ambitions into one of British pop's most intriguing new voices, crafting a debut EP that sparkles with both playful charm and emotional depth.

"I don't come from a family of musicians, but my parents constantly played music," she explains, settling into conversation about her somewhat unconventional route to pop stardom. "I was definitely more of a 'listener' than a 'player' of music for most of my life - I was a pretty shy kid. I didn't start songwriting or playing guitar till later on in my teens, and that was through learning chords off YouTube."

That late start hasn't held her back. Since emerging with the stunning 'VCR Home Video' in summer 2023, each release has shown new facets to her artistry, while her self-titled EP promises to showcase even more sides to her musical personality.