THERE is a theory that if your attitude as a musician is pleasant, conscientious and hard working, plus you’re creating music with a positive message then it’s unlikely you’ll succeed.

Luckily for us there’s an MC and lyricist in Southampton who is bucking that trend and making a name for himself and his songs.

LST’s rise might seem modest, but it is consistent, and late night listeners on BBC Radio I and IXtra will have recently heard his tracks gracing the airwaves.

Next Thursday he steps up a gear to rub shoulders with the likes of Tinchy Stryder, Kaiser Chiefs and Pete Tong at the illustrious Abbey Road and Maida Vale studios.

The event is a prestigious Masterclass hosted by BBC Introducing, the series of much needed national and local radio programmes that bring new musicians to the public’s attention.

For LST its a massive boost and no doubt he’ll be making every opportunity to meet, greet and place his excellent music into the right hands.

But it doesn’t stop there.

That night he’ll be back in Southampton supporting Jehst at the Soul Cellar.

It will be another opportunity to hear the eclectic group of musicians LST has gathered around him: Luke John Stala on guitar, James Edwards on cajon and Al Mogadham on bass.

They are the essence giving LST a fresh sound on the south’s music scene; while is songs have taken him to next week’s Masterclass.

The event will be streamed live from the BBC’s website on Thursday.