Jos Rivers - emerging as one of the UK’s most exciting new voices - has released her debut single, ‘Long Time Coming’, via RCA Records UK.
Born and raised in Cheadle, Staffordshire, Jos’s down-to-earth northern character runs through everything she creates. ‘Long Time Coming’ captures the sharp, awkward and often hilarious truths of early adulthood. Blending humour with vulnerability and anchored by soaring, unmistakable vocals, the track feels both deeply personal and instantly relatable.
Speaking about the release, Jos says: “My first release has indeed been a long time coming. “Long Time Coming” is about getting to that stage where you’ve been so put off by men that you can’t even entertain one anymore. It’s the realisation that you’ve taken way too much shit, followed by the slightly haunting or peaceful thought that you might never actually fancy one again.”
Listen to ‘Long Time Coming’ on F1 Tracks.
A graduate of the BRIT School, Jos first turned heads with a voice and presence impossible to ignore. Her undeniable live energy earned her the Accenture Prize for ‘Best Live Performer’, a milestone that led to her signing with RCA Records UK where she’s been carving her own lane in the British music scene. She has previously performed at iconic London venues including Ronnie Scott’s and KOKO further cementing her reputation as a compelling live act. Looking ahead, she’s set for a standout summer with performances at Boardmasters and Victorious Festival. She will also headline Paper Dress Vintage on June 3.
That momentum is translating powerfully online. Since January 2026, Jos has seen remarkable audience growth and overwhelming demand in the comments for official releases — and she’s still growing. Support from Ren, Meghan Trainor and Skye Newman have helped amplify her rise by reposting her viral videos and following her on social media, further cementing her status as an artist to watch.
With songwriting that is satirical yet confessional, narrative yet playful, Jos has a rare ability to turn everyday observations into unforgettable melodies. One viral clip at a time, she has cultivated a rapidly growing and fiercely loyal fanbase.
‘Long Time Coming’ introduces Jos Rivers as a voice for Gen-Z girlhood: candid, self-aware, emotionally sharp and unafraid to laugh at life’s messier moments. If this single is anything to go by, 2026 belongs to Jos Rivers. And as the title suggests, this breakthrough has been a long time coming.
