This article was published in 2005.

The line up for Bright Young Things 2005 has been announced. Fifteen acts have been chosen to take part in the event, wih a panel making their selection by reviewing applications based upon talent and potential.

As in previous years, each band will receive a professional photo shoot, studio recording time and inclusion on the BYT 2005 CD scheduled for release in March. Each band will also take part in a series of high profile live showcase gigs.

The selected bands are: Scassa Monakee, Bianca Gerald, Blood Sundae, Natalie Della Verde, Ali Whitton, A Destructive Issue, Fobia, I Love Poland, Behaviour, Vatican Jet, Union Jackass, Ignition, Mr Charming, Kaylium and Crash Ride.

More details can be found at www.leeds.gov.uk/byt/