Emily Makis – the voice of the new generation of drum & bass at Beats for Love 2026
Emily Makis is one of the most distinctive vocal personalities in contemporary drum & bass and has long proven that a powerful voice and authentic emotion play have a key role in modern bass music. The British singer with Greek-Cypriot roots has made a name for herself thanks to her instantly recognizable, ethereal vocals and natural ability to balance gentleness with club energy.
She became widely known through collaborations with leading names on the scene and quickly became one of the artists actively shaping the current form of vocal drum & bass. Her work ranges from introspective, emotional pieces to energetic, rave-inspired tracks that work both for personal listening and on large sound systems.
Key moments in her career came with collaborations such as “Never Too Old” with Monrroe, which became a modern drum & bass classic, and “High Note” with K Motionz. “High Note” was one of the most successful drum & bass tracks of the year and confirmed Emily Makis’ position as one of the most respected voices on the contemporary scene. Her vocals are now regularly featured in sets by world-class DJs and have gained millions of plays across platforms.
At Beats for Love 2026, Emily Makis will deliver a performance that combines emotional depth, modern drum & bass sound, and the energy of contemporary club culture. Get ready for a set that will show why her voice is one of the most distinctive symbols of the new era of drum & bass.
