Artemas
Photography by Zach Allred
Artemas Brings Dark Pop Energy to The Fillmore Charlotte
October 5, 2026- Artemas brought his LOVERCORE / GETTING UP TO NO GOOD Tour to The Fillmore Charlotte on October 5, delivering an evening centered on the darker, more atmospheric side of modern pop. With his blend of alternative pop, electronic production, and emotionally charged vocals, the British singer has carved out a sound that feels equally suited to late-night listening and the energy of a live show.
Artemas’ appeal lies in his ability to balance contrasting moods. His music often pairs infectious, danceable production with lyrics exploring desire, complicated relationships, and the messier corners of human connection. That tension between vulnerability and confidence is central to his artistic identity, giving his songs an edge that separates them from more conventional pop. On a tour built around the LOVERCORE aesthetic, that duality takes center stage.
The Fillmore provided an intimate setting for an artist whose music thrives on atmosphere. The venue’s standing-room format brought fans together in a shared space, creating an environment suited to the emotional highs and darker undertones of Artemas’ catalog. His music occupies an interesting space between alternative and mainstream pop, drawing from electronic textures while maintaining the immediacy of a catchy hook. It is a combination that has helped him connect with listeners across streaming platforms and beyond.
Opening the evening was Henry Morris, setting the stage for a night of contemporary pop sounds. The pairing offered an introduction to the musical landscape surrounding Artemas, whose distinctive approach leans into the tension between polished production and raw emotional subject matter.
What makes Artemas an interesting artist to watch is his ability to build an identity around contradiction. His songs can feel simultaneously playful and melancholy, seductive and unsettled. Rather than relying exclusively on traditional pop formulas, he embraces a darker sonic palette that gives his work a recognizable character. That identity is particularly well suited to a live environment, where the relationship between sound, atmosphere, and audience becomes part of the experience.
Artemas’ Charlotte stop was another opportunity for the rising pop artist to bring his distinctive musical world to a live audience. As he continues to develop his place within the alternative-pop landscape, his willingness to explore the less polished emotions behind catchy production remains one of his most compelling qualities. At The Fillmore, that combination made for an evening built around the darker side of pop.
