April 23, 2026
Future Gold with Michael Barnes: Sara & Child + The Banned
Sara Vieira creator of RedBox Records is a UK-based independent label focused on discovering and developing emerging artists through a strong, content-led approach. Built around a clear and recognisable brand, the label combines music releases with engaging visual formats—most notably its live-style performances—to create early momentum and audience connection for new talent. Rather than operating purely as a traditional label, RedBox positions itself as a launch platform, helping artists build identity, exposure, and credibility at a crucial stage in their careers. With close ties to wider industry networks through its founder’s role within Believe, RedBox effectively sits at the intersection of grassroots discovery and scalable opportunity, acting as a stepping stone for artists ready to progress to the next level.
Child + the Banned emerges as one of London’s most compelling new voices, blending raw vulnerability with a carefully constructed artistic identity that feels both cinematic and deeply personal. Drawing from a past marked by isolation and personal struggle, her music transforms lived experience into something immersive, where emotion, character, and storytelling collide. Her debut project The Debutante challenges traditional ideas of femininity and identity, presenting an unfiltered journey through chaos, nightlife, and self-reflection following her arrival in London. Rather than separating art from reality, she builds an entire world around her sound—one that embraces darkness, honesty, and transformation—positioning herself not just as a musician, but as a fully realised creative force shaping her own narrative.
Words by Michael Barnes find him Tuesdays from 7am on Hoxton Radio