Ruel

London-born and Sydney-raised, Ruel is a British-Australian singer and songwriter with a pop core that leans into soul and R&B. He plays New Century in Manchester on 10 October 2026. Spotted as a teen by producer M-Phazes, he found his lane early: clear melodies, an expressive voice, and lyrics that look inward. The EPs Ready (2018), Free Time (2019) and Bright Lights, Red Eyes (2020) map the progression from tight, hook-led cuts to quieter, more contemplative songs. His first album, 4th Wall (2023), connects the dots with ballads, mid-tempos and a tilt toward alternative pop.

On stage, Ruel shifts easily between intimate moments and tighter, groove-led arrangements, keeping the focus on phrasing and vocal dynamics. Sets draw across his catalogue, leaving room for the early singles that introduced him and the reflective writing of 4th Wall. Occasional collaborations with M-Phazes or Hilltop Hoods signal an ear for hip-hop and electronic textures, but the centre stays the same: melody first, voice up front.