Oda Loves You’s latest single “Big Duck Energy” gives the term "BDE" a whole new meaning. The artist’s new track is a song that is essentially an anthem for the girls that calls out the shady boys. When you’re so infatuated with a person, it can be easy to ignore the red flags that are right in front of you. However, “Big Duck Energy” is a song that’s here to remind you that when someone shows you who they are, believe them. I also love this song because, in a way, it’s incredibly empowering. Oda Loves You wants women to know their worth and realize how strong they really are. No one deserves to be in a relationship where they’re not respected or valued. The lyrics, “Wasn’t your fault, but you chose to allow it // Give em up girl, he’s shady,” really push this message forward, making “Big Duck Energy” the new female empowerment anthem. “Big Duck Energy” is a fun, empowering anthem, but it’s also a certified bop. The song starts off with a thumping kick drum that adds a bit of mystique just before Oda’s piercing vocals kick in. Her harmonies and layered vocals were what made the song shine. Plus, Oda’s lyricism was witty, clever, and all about self-worth – which I absolutely loved. The incorporation of various beats throughout, gave the song an upbeat, pop vibe with an infectious swagger that made the track an instant favorite. In addition, if the song’s title wasn’t enough indication of what the track was about, the quack noise at the very end just might give listeners a playful hint. Oda Loves You is a Norwegian pop singer who currently resides in Los Angeles, where she is making a name for herself in the industry. The artist is no stranger to the stage, having previously spent five years performing as the lead vocalist of the Norwegian music collective Need Music. She has continued to develop her craft at the Los Angeles Academy for Artists & Music Production, where she was one of 45 talents selected to join the academy’s highly-esteemed mentorship program. In addition, Oda Loves You has also found success as a songwriter, contributing to songs for artists such as Alan Walker, HM Surf, K-391, and Marcus Martinus. A frequent collaborator of DJ/ Producer duo EC Twins, Oda Loves You has appeared on several of their songs including “Dreams,” “Liberian Girl,” and “Foolish.” Stay up-to-date with Oda Loves You and stream her latest single, “Big Duck Energy” now. Written By Giselle Morales FOLLOW ODA LOVES YOU: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube

Artist Wil Deynes’s “We Are” is a soaring soft rock song set among the stars, featuring a timeless melody and warm vocals. Chasing love and being afraid of the outcome is the theme “We Are” plays on. Love is a risk, but sometimes for the right person, it is a risk we are willing to take, as Deynes expresses throughout the hopeful tune. “We got nothing to lose, we came from the stars” he sings. Deynes believes the pair is like something made out of a dream, one that could come true if the other is willing to take the plunge. The track's melody is tender, and the lyrics sweet, wrapped up in a louder full band outpour of harmonious instrumentals. The uplifting tone and soaring melody denote a passion for more and the patience to see it through. “We Are” captures the essence of falling for someone you can't stop dreaming about. The track finds its place between a full band sound and soft pop rock. The melody is catchy and easy, as the instrumentals effortlessly work together. With a slower tempo and Deynes’s tender voice, the song is soothing alongside dreamy lyricism. Deynes’s voice is gentle and pure, almost coaxing his crush as acoustic strums and violins dance together in the background. Sensitive and heartfelt, “We Are” follows a dreamer through the cosmos, riding on low bass notes and consistently soft drums. Although the relationship could end in ruins, it's worth taking the ride and seeing where it may lead. Influenced by pop artists like Max Martin and Oak Felder, Wil Deynes is a singer-songwriter in the pop-rock genre. Using music as an outlet to express his emotions, Deynes crafts a sound with fresh melodies and a clear voice. Touching on sensitive subjects of love and loss, Deynes doesn't stray from anything less than authentic. Not a stranger to feelings of anxiety and self-doubt as a songwriter and musician, Deynes decided to take a step back from publicly releasing music for a few years. This came before his comeback with the release of honest tracks like “Say Goodbye” earlier this year and “We Are.” With catchy pop melodies and a warm presence, Deynes is sure to make a splash in the music industry. With “We Are,” Deynes has made his mark with the song's inviting sound and well-rounded vocal talent. You can listen to “We Are” and more below! Written By Mia Chavez FOLLOW WIL DEYNES: Instagram   | Spotify  | TikTok  | YouTube   *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

Norwegian artist Aleks Grey has recently dropped his debut album, "Boys get sad too", which is said to act as a memoir for the twenties , and is about all the magic and chaos of experiencing our fleeting young adulthoods. TRACKLIST You broke me angel 28 Miss you anyway Peter Parker Five minutes Please come home Someone else Sunset cigarette Hurt me Five minutes - Acoustic Aleks Grey reigns from Norway and is notorious for his signature red beanie. He debuted as an artist in 2015 with his first single "Feel Alive". He's been steadily releasing music and performing ever since, but really made his mark when he released his duet single with singer/songwriter Iselin , "Five minutes" in 2022 which gained international recognition, got airtime on BBC Radio , and listed on national radio NRK P1 in Norway. This all has lead up to the long anticipated release of Alek's debut album which we will deep dive into today! "Boys get sad too" was recorded across Pytt Studio in Norway, Ocean Sound in Norway and The Cabin Recordings in Liverpool. Songwriting collaborators include Katya Edwards , Iselin Solheim, Charlie Snyder and Elizabeth Makris , and the album was co-produced with Sivert Hagtvet and Henrik the Artist . Throughout the album there's themes of what it's like to figure out life in your 20's; from moving cities and being on your own, to making big plans that never made it through, from making friends to losing friends... this album pretty much has it all. You broke me angel We kick off the album with Aleks' 2022 single, "You broke me angel". The story goes, he walks into a bar with his friends which happens to be his ex's favorite bar - and of course she's there. All of his friends are smokers and he is not, but he rather go outside with them and have a cigarette than have to face her. It's very apparant that this person really did some damage to his heart, and there's a lot of irony in the way he calls her angel. He actually implies that smoking cigarettes would do him less harm than falling for her toxic ways again. I think we all have someone out there who we feel this way about and therefore can totally relate to this song. "You broke me angel" starts with bright acoustic guitar, and unexpectedly explodes into a radio banger pop song with a heavy beat and Aleks' contrasting somber, heartbroken vocals. 28 Track two is "28", which is the song that acts as the summary of what the whole "Boys get sad too" album is meant to be about. One minute your life is just starting, and then in a blink of an eye you're turning 28. Time has slipped away and you're still not quite where you want to be in life. You're looking back and thinking about what you should've or could've done to maybe change how things could be for yourself now, and you're finding yourself comparing your life to others you used to know. The only thing is, you can't go back in time - all you can do now is move forward. This song features stunning acoustic guitar, with gentle piano in the background. It's a highly emotional song, that finally breaks down towards the end with an outburst of drums and energy... until it settles back down with one final tear-jerking chorus. Miss you anyway "Miss you anyway" is a super fun and cute song about missing someone that you really shouldn't be missing. They weren't a positive force in your life, and the more you think about it you didn't really like having them around that much in the first place; but there was something that was still addicting about their presence - or maybe you're just a little bit crazy, and you sometimes find yourself missing them. "Miss you anyway" has a super catchy drum beat, along with a thriving variety of synths and very heavy bass to help carry the rhythm and groove. This song will have you jamming no matter where you're at or how you're feeling. It's a feel-good song to put a smile on your face, get you dancing and to poke fun at the silly feelings we put ourselves through from time to time. Peter Parker If you somehow don't know who Peter Parker is, he's the face under the mask of the very well-known Marvel superhero, Spider-Man . In Aleks Grey's song "Peter Parker", he sings of a dark time where he felt like he wasn't good enough, and his partner wasn't there for him. A lot of relationships end due to misunderstanding, and Aleks sings that if he could go back he would try again, but even superheroes need a helping hand sometimes. All he needed was someone to support him while he was going through it, and he didn't have that. "Peter Parker" leans towards being a piano ballad, with Aleks singing so beautifully and showing off some techniques. I especially loved the moments where he'd do flawless vocal flips into falsetto, so smooth and effortless. This song builds and builds right up until the very end; it's a cathartic and soul-stirring experience. Five minutes Next, we have Aleks' big breakout single, "Five minutes" which features fellow Norwegian singer/songwriter Iselin (the voice in Alan Walker 's hit song "Faded"). "Five minutes" is about how you just want to escape all the noise and stress of the outside world. You're tired of listening to the news and going outside having to face all the scary people nowadays. All you want to do is just for at least five minutes, lay with your partner, turn on your favorite song by your favorite band, and hold each other with your eyes closed while you let the rest of the world fade away. Being with them is your safe place; they're able to keep you calm and give you peace - and that's all you need in times like these. "Five minutes" features stunning piano and orchestral strings, along with a cathartic production style. The rhythm and groove is romantic in nature, is reminded me a bit of "Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran . Aleks and Iselin have such a beautiful creative chemistry, and the way they so naturally blend their voices together in harmony just feels so right. Please come home There's nothing worse than fighting with someone you love with; especially when you know that you don't want to lose them, and it's all just one big miscommunication. "Please come home" is one of the brand new, never heard before songs for this album. It's about when you partner leaves after having a big fight, and you don't know if they're going to come back. All you know is you wish that they would, because you can't live without them. This song has a finger-strummed acoustic guitar, with gentle piano to accompany. Aleks backs himself up with layers of heartbreaking harmonies from low to high, giving the song a heavenly tone. As the track nears it's end, during the final refrain, the production breaks down into a magical, cinematic experience. Someone else "Someone else" is a pop ballad, filled with pure emotion and harmonic storytelling. This song is about being in love with someone who has you in the friendzone. You try so hard to make them see that you're the one who is right for them, while you're sitting there comforting them while they cry over another person who clearly isn't the one. It's such a frustrating situation to be in, because they can't see what they have right in front of them; but at the same time you can't force someone to love you. That brings in the question, why are you doing this to yourself? Should you just let this person go? "Someone else" puts piano chords at the forefront, paired with an addicting drum beat and heavy bass. This song is dynamically all over the place in the best way; you can feel the rollercoaster of emotions as you listen your way through the track. One of my favorite moments is the bridge, which feels like a bar chant while Aleks sings over and over again, "Am I just a fool to love somebody like you?". Sunset cigarette "Sunset cigarette" is a personal song about how the smell of cigarettes reminds Aleks of a person he used to know that hasn't been in his life for a long time, and the closest thing he has to remembering them still is that smell of a sunset cigarette. Aleks sings of how different things are now, but he wishes that he could've stayed in contact with this person somehow. The song starts with the first half focusing on a gentle electric guitar doing down strums. Then as the second half of the song begins, it unexpectedly bursts into this energetic electro-pop song filled with vibrating synths, heavier guitar and drums. The production style is reminiscent to Taylor Swift 's 1989 album for me. Hurt me "Hurt Me" brings on the nostalgic vibes, coming on strong as a full on 80's pop/rock banger. Aleks perfectly nails the shouty, heavily reverbed vocals paired with synths and the full band instrumentation. "Hurt Me" is about being in love with someone who knows it, but doesn't feel the same way. However, they lead you on anyways without caring it if hurts you or not. You come to realize this, and so you're ready to take on the punches and get the heartbreak over with. Although the topic isn't such a fun thing to go through, "Hurt Me" is such a fun and danceable song that makes you want to sing along. Let me tell you now, this one is going to be so good live. Five minutes - Acoustic Lastly, we end the album with an acoustic version of "Five minutes". We already know what the song is about, but this version bring a whole new atmosphere. It features just piano. You'll notice that the rhythm and groove is a little different, and the vocals are even more gentle. The harmonies are different as well at some points, especially in the chorus, they're so heavenly and emotional. You can tell Aleks and Iselin really took in the music and each other's spirit in this recording. The way it feels is so different from the original track to the point that it's almost like a completely different song and I think it was a genius choice as a final track on this album. I feel like Aleks Grey has me speechless on this one. Going into writing this final paragraph, the only thing I could think of at first was "wow". This album is so well-rounded and that is very hard to find in today's music. Everything was so solid; the songwriting, the vocals, the instrumentation, and the production. Not only that, but every single song sounded completely different from another while still sticking to a style you could define as Aleks Grey . Every song had a story that intrigued you and then it sticks with you afterwards; not only because the lyrics are fantastic, but because the music itself is crafted in a way to be compelling to your ears. Aleks uses his voice and his words to draw you in, and then he traps you with addicting melodies and grooves. Seriously, what a phenomenal songwriter and musician that deserves way more attention than he's getting. Please, enjoy this album over and over again and make sure to follow Aleks on his socials below to keep up on his journey. Written By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW ALEKS: Instagram | Website | Facebook | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube *Sponsored Post - Discovered on SubmitHub. 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KISS & TELL is an electrifyingly catchy track that just about all of us can relate to. Maughan calls out to all of the insufferable exes of the world that make the process of moving on seem a lot harder than it has to be. Singing from her own experience, Maughan’s lyrics are vulnerable and sincere, capturing the achiness of a recently broken heart. She perfectly describes the dilemma of wishing your ex the best while they try to flaunt their new relationships and make you jealous, singing, “You’re not even with me but you still hurt me.” In a perfect world, we wouldn’t have to worry about our former partners kissing and telling, but Maughan sings of the bitter reality many of us face. With impressive vocals and genuine lyrics, Maughan's music encapsulates our emotions, giving listeners an outlet to channel their feelings of frustration, heartache, and sorrow. KISS & TELL takes us on a wild journey, simulating the emotional roller coaster we ride post-breakup. The song starts fairly calm, with Maughan's somber voice reflecting on the pain of watching someone you love move on. As the chorus approaches, the instrumental grows alongside our anticipation and adrenaline, preparing us for a fiery punk-rock melody. The backing drums accompany the electric guitar and transform the song into an angsty pop anthem that makes you want to turn the volume up to the max! Even though breakups sting, we have Maughan's memorably energetic track to get stuck in our heads and help us forget those petty exes. Singer, songwriter, and cover artist Mackenzie Maughan is a Melbourne-based talent with a strong passion for music! Releasing KISS & TELL as her debut single, Maughan has already started to make a name for herself in the pop and pop-rock scene! Known for her emotive tracks, Maughan has demonstrated her range and depth as an artist by stepping away from her usual element and experimenting with a different sound! In doing so, she's created a masterpiece that fans from all over can relate to and enjoy, setting the tone for her growing popularity and success as a musician in the near future! Make sure to stay tuned for more lively content from Mackenzie Maughan! Follow the links down below! Written By Pejah Carr FOLLOW MACKENZIE: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | YouTube

"rose garden" is vera's new single, offering listeners a confessional look into a dwindling relationship. The speaker lends a poetic observational tone to the lyricism, and blends watchful moments with powerful symbolism. In a way, this song beautifies its somber subject, straying away from directness and allowing listeners to feel the impression of the message. With the lyrics "she'll probably laugh at your dumb jokes like I won't", there's a twinge of cynicism and jealousy, making it clear that there's someone else in the picture. With text messages "turning green" as another suspicious sign of being ignored or hidden from, the words will invest you in the plot and take you along the trail of doubt surrounding the relationship. Bold and picturesque lyrics like "all the flowers you sent me were already dead" bring forward the message that the relationship was doomed from the start, folding tragedy into the imagery of the words. In a poetic portrayal of love lost, "rose garden" will captivate you with its storytelling. The indie soft rock sound of "rose garden" compliments the story in its lyrics with a complex medley of deep instrumentals and floaty vocals. The song features slightly twangy electric guitar throughout, offering a supportive and comforting sound. Vera's high, breathy vocals solidify the observational tone of the song, with an ethereal style. There is a singing pattern through end of the verse where a high and airy tone is met by a lower vocal response. Acoustic guitar fold in at the second verse, which embraces the fragile feelings represented in the tune. The chorus descends with an increasingly down-to-earth sound and the last word echoes with speak-singing tone. Fans of sad and dreamy love songs will adore the way the vocals and instrumentals support the grace and poeticism in "rose garden" . vera is a Nashville-based Canadian artist with a strong pop-rock style. Her music has been supported by various platforms and curators, like the Zane Lowe Show and Show & Tell . She has upwards of 25, 000 monthly listeners on Spotify, with her debut release amassing over one million streams. If you're a fan of the powerful lyricism and style of artists like Phoebe Bridgers and Lyn Lapid, vera's music will fit seamlessly into your emotion-heavy playlists. Making music has taken vera between New York City and Vancouver over the past few years. Check out the links below to enjoy her music. Written By Hanna Kowal FOLLOW VERA: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | YouTube

Teaming up with fellow alt-pop powerhouse BELLSAINT, LACES has released her latest single, "American Grime." Shedding light on the inspiration behind the track, LACES shares, "When we wrote this song together we were looking for catharsis about grinding it out to get closer to our American Dream. The reality often feels closer to selling ourselves as content rather than creators. We are often juggling as many side hustles as we can to survive and we know that’s not unique to us or our industry. The song explores our shared reality of 'American Grime…where the money’s slick and we all stay sick.'" Despite the difficult subject matter of the lyrics, "American Grime" is an upbeat anthem that reminds listeners to stay true to themselves and not get dragged down by trying to achieve the American dream. The track has an addictive indie/dance-pop soundscape, featuring infectious beats, unforgettable melodies, and explosive choruses to get listeners moving. LACES and BELLSAINT's vocals blend and harmonize well together, showing off their vocal prowess as they alternate between breathy verses and belted, soaring lines. LACES, aka Jessica Vaughn, has set out to defy genre norms, crafting authentic and introspective songs through her adult alt-pop sound. Under her legal name, Vaughn is a seasoned songwriter and producer for TV and film, having placements on major networks like CW, Netflix, and ABC. As for LACES' partner in crime on "American Grime," BELLSAINT is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter aka Caroline Brooks. The artist has a timeless alt-pop sound, drawing inspiration from the likes of Johnny Cash and Stevie Nicks . Also a seasoned talent in the entertainment industry, BELLSAINT's music has been featured in popular shows like Riverdale , The Handmaid’s Tale , and Pretty Little Liars . Written By Cheyenne Johnson FOLLOW LACES: Instagram | Spotify   FOLLOW BELLSAINT: Instagram   | Spotify

In her newest single, "Red Flag," Janet Devlin manifests her dream man. She describes having an all-around good guy; he goes to church, wants a family, doesn't smoke, and only has one flaw: he loves his woman even at her most crazy. Janet's country-pop mashup is about acting like a walking red flag and finding the one who loves you regardless. Janet's personality infuses the track with such vigor. Her insanely relatable lyricism is equal parts irreverent and honest, and the chorus is an instant earworm. It's just a delightful listen all around. A reminder to embrace your flaws because the person meant for you will love them even more than your strengths. Janet manages an incredible balancing act on "Red Flag." On the upbeat and occasionally tongue-in-cheek track, she shows a vulnerable and emotionally honest side to herself. The lyrics, co-written by Kaity Rae and Ben Earles of The Shires fame, are candid depictions of what it is like to deal with emotional irregularity. "I cry on the phone and I don't make it easy" are admirably open admissions from the artist. This track, as well as her upcoming album, Emotional Rodeo, deals with the ups and downs that come from mental health issues. "Red Flag" spins its titular term from the usual insult into the empowering message that no matter what all deserve--and will receive love. Janet's newest single will have you wave your red flags with pride. Janet Devlin is an Irish singer-songwriter who needs no introduction. The 29-year-old musician debuted on the X-factor, racking up tens of millions of views with her powerhouse performances. Her debut studio album, "Running with Scissors," from 2015, reached number one on the Indie Breakers Chart, and her follow-up "Confessional" included smash hits like "Friday I'm in Love" and "Whisky Lullabies." Those two tracks alone have a collective 23 million+ streams on Spotify. The singer currently has over 94,000 monthly listeners on the aforementioned streaming platform and 600,000 subscribers on YouTube. Janet's career is already massive and yet just getting started with Emotional Rodeo slated to come out soon. You can listen to "Red Flag," along with the rest of Janet's discography on all streaming services now. Written By Lauren Nolan FOLLOW JANET: Instagram   | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube   *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

Isaac French pulls at our heartstrings by giving us a song that is not only relatable but heartbreaking in an utterly beautiful way. Isaac French tells us a story about being sucked in by someone who ultimately says goodbye time and time again only to keep reappearing in his life once again. It's the wrestling of feelings once you've been led on and reflecting on the relationship as a whole. Some of the powerful lyrics that drive the point home are, "You say that we were meant to be / I wish I knew that was a lie / All the times you say you love me, / Didn't know we'd say goodbye," and "Tell your friends we're fine, / I guess that's how it goes / Say you want to talk / Then you don't pick up the phone." As the listener we can feel the emotions that linger within these lyrics and the way they're delivered to us feels like a punch to the gut, but in the most impactful way possible. In 'False Goodbyes' Isaac French weaves together gentle guitar melodies and piano chords. By doing so they create a warm and comforting atmosphere, which adds to the overall mood of the song. Because the melody of the song is gentle and soft, it allows us to sit with our emotions and it invokes deeper thinking, which adds to the element of wrestling with our thoughts and feelings. Isaac French then incorporates lyrics that pack a powerful punch. His voice blends with the rest of the music beautifully which helps us as the listener better digest the mood and meaning of what we're being told, all of the elements of the song together bring light to the whole situation. Even though it's not a particularly happy song, it makes us feel warm on the inside, we feel seen. Isaac French is a St. Albans native. He was born into a musical family where his love for music began at an early age. During his time touring with Nina's Brew as a percussionist and vocalist, he self-funded and released a debut album entitled 'Human Being.' It was produced by Christopher Hawthorn. The debut album 'Human Being' consists of ten songs with catchy hooks and clever lyrics. The album resulted in French being named 'Best Pop Artist' by Vermont's Seven Days Magazine in 2019. Isaac continues to work on and release even more music. Make sure to check out 'False Goodbyes' by Isaac French. Written By Destiny Rundquist FOLLOW Isaac French: Instagram | Spotify  | Facebook

"All I Want Is You" by Scharlinna will light you up with its lovestruck message. Captivated by a certain someone, the lyrics use repetition in a titillating and resonant display of need. The song starts by wrapping itself in the love language of physical touch, using its lyrics like a cycle of feeling and connection. Expressing a need for the connection to last, the chorus amplifies the want to foster and maintain the love shared through their bodies, minds, and souls. This is the perfect song for any love birds out there, letting you roll around in that continual feeling of want and need though its glowing message. The way you feel your heart racing and your body relaxing into a new relationship is brought to life by the invigorating and whimsical sound of "All I Want Is You". Pulsing synth chords will lift you into a breezy feeling, pairing beautifully with the resonant atmosphere of Scharliina's uniquely high vocals. Whispers of electronically altered high vocals are interspersed throughout the song, adding to the magically sonorous feel of the track. Fast-paced singing brings an urgency and excitement to the verse. Bringing an energizing contrast, the chorus spaces out its lines with bright and dance-inspiring instrumentals. Scharliina is a multidisciplinary artist from Finland who spreads important messages through her platform. She is a singer, songwriter, producer, actress, and model whose acting credits include Netflix's film "The Abyss" . Scharliina was a member of the Swedish pop duo Lightworkers, whose music presented an empowering lightness in its house/pop sound. Presently, her music covers love and introspection, and brings representation to topics including abuse and mental illness, and acts as a powerful show of solidarity to people who need to feel heard. Her activism with the Little Girl Project brings awareness to child sexual abuse, and Scharliina uses her music to make her voice heard and give honesty and power to the message. Check out the links below to learn more about her work and listen to her music. Written By Hanna Kowal FOLLOW SCHARLIINA: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube

In a vulnerable and honest look at being passed over by someone you want to love you, gaaren's song "Better" will take you through waves of questioning and reflection. The song lays the speaker's situation out plainly: they wanted to have a relationship with a person who claimed they were not looking for that. The speaker settled for spending time with them in a casual way, and in the meantime that person fell in love with someone else. This song tells a story that many people can relate to, in being deceived when it comes to love. The first verse ends with the pressing question, "why keep me in the loop?" Bringing in feelings of regret, the chorus repeats the words "I should have known better". The lyrics move on to a somber and pessimistic view on love, taking on the pain and rejection of the situation. This song will hit you where it hurts, showing the emotional wounds that come from being used. While the message of "Better" captures that bitter sting of romantic deceit, its light indie style coasts the storytelling through a romanticized sound that feels like moving on. A calmly soothing blend of twinkling high instrumental note patterns, along with atmospheric guitar and piano, bring a matter-of-factness to the melancholic lyrics. Fluttering vocalizing throughout the song add a prettiness to the sound that feels uplifting. Carine Gaaren's vocals are breathy through the verse with smooth high notes, gaining a slight edginess through the insistent pre-chorus, and a resolute lightness in the chorus. This song truly brings the meaning of 'being the bigger person' to life allowing its bright tune to move on from the complex emotions in its lyrics. gaaren is a pop group from Norway who embody a Scandinavian dance style in their sound. The group is a trio consisting of Carine Gaaren, Johan Nes, and Teodor Kleive-Andersen. Their music brings a multi-dimensional sound to deep and meaningful lyrics about love and growth. gaaren has opened for Sigrid , and plays shows alongside other artists with an upcoming performance in Oslo with leoleo . The band has received praise from the Norwegian broadcasting company NRK , and continues to captivate listeners with their entrancing sound and wistful lyricism. Check out the links below to explore their music. Written By Hanna Kowal FOLLOW GAAREN: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok

Unspoken feelings and powerful chemistry is a recipe for disaster. Embracing these feelings could either start a relationship or end one. Sometimes when you’re scared it’s easy to be timid about how you truly feel. “Shy Love” by Beth Morgan explores this sensation and sings how she wishes things could feel different. Although there might be some hesitation on if you should act on your feelings or not, the adrenaline that comes with the wishful thinking could be a leading influence. In this song, Beth is singing about a girl she likes that she has intense chemistry with, although Beth is ready to explore what their relationship might be like, the other girl isn’t. When she sings about shy love, she’s saying don’t be afraid to love how you want and when you want to. Of course, she also sings about how she’s there for support, because coming out can be scary for many people in the LGBTQIA+ community. Beth has a very bold attitude, which is admirable and inspiring. For listeners in the same situation, I honestly feel like it will be helpful and reassuring. “Shy Love” is a perfect pop song that blends modern pop with 80s’ techno elements. The intro of the song is unique, and was truly an immediate attention grabber. It’s hard to replicate or achieve an authentic 80s sound without going overboard, but “Shy Love” did it seamlessly. The song is whimsical and also strongly radiates summer energy. Beth’s voice is very captivating. Her ability to sing in different registers and sound great whether she’s singing in a higher or lower key is mesmerizing. The production is what really makes the song what it is. Beth Morgan is a singer from Wales. She has always had an interest in music, and she’s a grade 8 pianist and classical vocalist. Beth is no stranger to performing for a live audience, she’s previously performed at a packed-out crowd at Royal Albert Hall. What makes Beth unique is that she is unapologetically herself, and that is definitely expressed in her music. She now has over seven thousand monthly listeners on Spotify and her song “Her” has over 78,000 streams. Beth is definitely a rising star. Don’t be shy, check out “Shy Love” and give it a listen! Written By Alexa LaMalfa FOLLOW BETH MORGAN: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | YouTube

Ava August's single "The End" is an emotionally-charged message of finality to an ex. Reflecting on the difficulties of post-breakup healing, the speaker has a sense of clarity that comes from the realization that they do not deserve the blame for causing pain. Words like "when you've got a scar, left with a broken heart, I really thought it was my fault" put the true weight of the relationship into perspective. When one person feels responsible for keeping the other safe, there's a whole web of personal wellness that gets put on the backburner for the sake of the other. The chorus is a liberating and clear-cut message to the ex, blatantly closing the door to that person and any more hurt they could cause. Listening to this song gives you an important reminder to prioritize yourself when you're in a relationship and to block away the potential for more hurt when you've just left one. It will give you that invigorating feeling of slamming the door in the face of someone who hurt you. This pop rock track feels like an honest confession, blending Ava's expressive vocals with invigorating instrumentals. The song opens with a captivating blend of percussion, narrative vocals, and gentle guitar. Ava's singing has a textured emotion through the low notes that Paramore fans will love. A massive jump in volume reigns in the chorus, making the verse a perfect build to an energetic release of truth and emotion. In the chorus, the lyrics are powerfully projected over heavy percussion and reverberating guitar that truly reflects the power of her statements. In a boldly therapeutic expression, her voice melismatically soars with the final words of the chorus, "the end". Thrill, power, and authenticity will enthrall you through the sound of this song. Ava August is an 18-year-old musician with strong and unique vocal talents. Her lyricism uses personal reflections that bring a genuine depth to her songwriting talents. Ava plays multiple instruments including guitar and piano. She has been writing songs since she was nine years old, and has released seven singles within the past four years that truly showcase her deep and moving style. Ava has collaborated with other artists like Louis Knight on the song "Miss You". From ballads to pop that will make you dance, the vocals, tune, and storytelling in Ava's songs will lift you into her immersive sound. Check out the links below to keep up with her music. Written By Hanna Kowal FOLLOW AVA: Instagram | Spotify  | TikTok  | Facebook  | YouTube