British powerhouse Courtney Hadwin has fans calling her the new rock queen after she delivered a show-stopping live cover of Guns N’ Roses’ iconic hit, “Sweet Child O’ Mine.”
The performance highlighted Hadwin’s electrifying vocals, stage presence, and fearless energy, cementing her reputation as a rising star in the rock music scene.
Fans across social media have hailed the rendition as exciting, bold, and exceptional, noting her ability to channel the spirit of classic rock while adding her own signature flair.
The live cover demonstrates Hadwin’s evolution from a viral teenage sensation to a fully realized artist. At just 13, she stunned the world with a Janis Joplin-inspired audition on America’s Got Talent, a performance that amassed millions of views and launched her into global consciousness.
While the industry initially tried to “pop-ify” her, Hadwin chose to step back, write, and rediscover her voice on her own terms. Now 21, with over 3.7 million followers across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, she has cultivated a fanbase drawn to her fearless individuality and emotional honesty.
Fans have responded enthusiastically to her latest performance, praising her vocal control, dynamic delivery, and stage charisma. Many called it a defining moment, showing just how much talent she has to offer and affirming her position as a rock force to be reckoned with.
This live cover comes as part of Hadwin’s next era, marked by the release of her long-awaited debut album, Little Miss Jagged, a bold, soulful, and unfiltered declaration of self. The album introduces Hadwin as a fully-fledged artist with her own vision: equal parts rock rebel, soul revivalist, and coming-of-age storyteller.
The album’s first taste, “Electric,” is a funk-fueled anthem blending vintage soul urgency with modern rock edge, perfectly capturing Hadwin’s transition from viral teenage phenom to confident artist in her twenties.
Recorded alongside acclaimed producer Kevin Bowe (Etta James, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Steve Van Zandt), Little Miss Jagged unfolds like a diary set to a rock ‘n’ soul soundtrack. Tracks like “Timeless” showcase her powerhouse vocals, while “Different Kinda Pretty” adds gospel-tinged warmth, and “Steady Rock Steady” bursts with brass and swagger, delivering a record that is restless, raw, and unmistakably her.
“The songs are coming-of-age stories, written either during the worst times or when I felt on top of the world,” Hadwin explains. “I’m both nervous and excited to put them out—it’s the most personal I’ve ever been in my songwriting. It’s the story so far.”
To bring Little Miss Jagged to life, Courtney Hadwin will embark on a UK tour in early 2026, hitting venues in Glasgow, Newcastle, Sheffield, London, Alton, Bournemouth, Bridgwater, Manchester, Bristol, and Birmingham. Tickets are available via CourtneyHadwinMusic.com and other ticketing outlets.
Little Miss Jagged is available now on all streaming platforms. Fans can follow Courtney Hadwin on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @CourtneyHadwin for updates on new music, live performances, and behind-the-scenes content.
With her electrifying cover of “Sweet Child O’ Mine” and her debut album showcasing fearless artistry, Courtney Hadwin proves she is not just a teenage sensation, but a rock artist ready to dominate the stage.
