Bonus Episode: Nxdia

Somehow in 2025, the act of being unabashedly oneself has become a rebellious act. Arguably, it always has been, but it is baffling how speaking your truth in this modern age feels life and death. That said, my latest guest tackles this brilliantly, largely by being mindful of what they give a f%£k about. Nxdia is an alt-pop punk artist from Manchester (by way of Egypt and Sudan), and they relish in being an anomaly. Though they clearly appreciate a hooky melody, there’s more of a fascination with pivoting and bulldozing right into expectations of any sort. Their body of work, I Promise No One’s Watching, is a flag-planting moment; one of those examples of an artist making it clear that they’ll never seek approval or understanding. No, Nxdia is here to share deep stories of chaos and disarray, all while sporting a mischievous grin in the process.

Nxdiais is currently touring Europe and will be touring the UK throughout the autumn, starting in November in Glasgow. Be sure to visit her website to see all tour dates.

After you hear the episode, be sure to check out Nxdia’s track She Like’s a Boy on the official New Exchange Playlist. Also, be sure to follow Nxdia on Spotify and Instagram.

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