‘Everyone is not you’; this phrase was a harsh reality said by a close friend after a year-long entanglement with someone that saw me as a placeholder while I envisioned a life with them. And this friend was right – everyone is not me. Everyone doesn’t behave the same way I would in different situations. Everyone doesn’t openly express their interest or disinterest in people and things to avoid confusion. But most importantly, the hardest truth to swallow is that everyone does not have the same good-natured intentions as me. A sentiment Beeson understands and capsizes on with her single, “Pink Light”. “Pink Light” is a mellow track with catchy hooks where Beeson softheartedly details her thoughts and feelings after a hook-up that ghosted her. The lyrics that have had a chokehold on me over the past week are: “Can't blame you / For being just an average / Figment of my best assumptions”. These lyrics have a versatile nature and can be applied to multiple romantic scenarios. Now to be clear, just because the artist assumed their ‘ghostly’ muse would have the same intentions as them within this dynamic does not justify the muse’s actions in any way, shape, or form. Ghosting is immature and only proves the ‘ghoster’ has a great deal of character development ahead of them. And those lyrics are not supposed to be a justification either, but more so a self-realization for Beeson and those that lead with the heart like Beeson that others are not always leading with the same compassionate consciousness. Beeson, better known as Jane Beeson, is a singer and songwriter based in Provo, Utah. Beeson’s soulful vocals and alt-pop tracks have made her something of a local celebrity within Provo. She’s even participated in some incredible local benefits and shows such as the Halcyon Benefit Concert that provided aid to Ukraine. Beeson has an upcoming performance as well! Utah natives and locals from surrounding areas have the chance to see Beeson perform next weekend! Beeson will be one of the musical talents featured at Fork Fest 2022, next Saturday, June 11th. The festival starts at 12:00 pm MDT, and tickets are still available. So, treat yourself to a weekend getaway and enjoy Beeson live! Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW BEESON:

Wake up, drink coffee. Go to work, drink coffee. Get stuck at work, drink coffee. Attend classes, drink coffee. Entertain a second job, drink coffee. Do homework, drink coffee. Bedtime headaches, drink coffee. Fall asleep, dream of coffee. At this point I wouldn’t be surprised if 7/11’s coffee was coursing through my veins. It’s been the only thing I’ve had to look forward to in a routine that’s become quite repetitive which makes Headrush’s “blank slate” a much-welcomed change. Headrush’s “blank slate” is an indie rock single with a catchy pop melody that accurately captures the longing to break free from a mundane routine. As Headrush points out, this routine makes one feel like they’re “half asleep” – they’re merely just going through the motions. When going through these motions nothing is ever done with intention or passion; we’re putting on a performance because it’s expected of us, and ends need to be met. That’s why the idea of a blank slate, where we’re “free” to do as we please to contrast this monotonous routine is very appealing. However, I, like others, can’t afford to break free right now. We’re “stuck inside [this] chapter” until we have the means to move beyond this cycle. But I can certainly “dream” of freedom in the meantime while listening to bedroom bops like this one. And it’s enough to tide me over for now. Headrush, better known as Jack Warren, is a multitalented artist from Massachusetts. This single is the singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, and producer’s seventh song to be released. Earlier singles that listeners should check out are “not my job”, “Reckless”, “Wallflower”, “Surreal”, “Green Embers”, and “See You Soon”. Warren’s discography demonstrates the stronghold he’s got on carefree, summertime vibes. So, if you need a cure for summer blues or a temporary break from your daily routine, give Jack some virtual love in the form of streams. Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW HEADRUSH:

Subway hopping, a greasy thin pizza slice for a dollar, plays in the park, poetry slams in coffee shops, and metro cards are some of the things that remind me of home. I’m a city slicker through and through. So, you can imagine the culture shock I had when I moved to eastern Washington and discovered the area mainly consists of small towns. Rather than shying away from the new customs and social manners, I leaned into it – small towns have quite the appealing charm. A charm Jesabel elaborates on in her new single “This Small Town”. "This Small Town" is a country-pop single with a catchy guitar melody that incorporates synth to provide listeners with a groove-packed rhythm to enjoy. Within the song, Jesabel describes the emotional attachment one can develop to a small town when growing up in the area. One of the perks of being in a small town is the effortless familiarity you establish with others. As Jesabel points out, "everybody knowing your name" is delightful; it's the same effect as being a recognized celebrity without much of the hassle or obligations of a celebutante. Jesabel also acknowledges some of the flaws a small town has within the song. When people have intimate knowledge about you, any changes in your routine can become gossip "they'll be talking for days" about. But in spite of a small town being "a little upside down", you can still be nostalgic and long for the area like Jesabel does. And if you're somewhat new to small town living like I am, the area and the people grow on you. Residing in a small town has expanded my perspective, and I am happy to be able to call my little town home. The Georgia native turned Florida resident, Jesabel, has an interesting relationship with music. The artist grew up with performance anxiety and did not have a singing lesson until the age of 27. Fast forward a bit, and Jesabel now creates music full-time and routinely takes on live performances. If you’re also Florida bound, you can catch Jesabel live at The District SPR in Jacksonville tomorrow night, May 27th! Until then, virtual love in the form of streams is always appreciated. Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW JESABEL:

Life is hard, especially when you're still figuring yourself out. Your late teens and early 20s feel like one endless loop of hell. But thankfully, there are activities, lessons, and most importantly, people that help us navigate this period of confusion and make life endurable. Ella England's "With You" is an ode to the people that have stuck by us during young adulthood and fostered our growth. "With You" is an acoustic guitar-laden pop single with mild rock undertones featuring England's soulful vocals. The single opens with the lyrics; "Help me understand who I am / Help me understand what I'm here to do". England is expressing how directionless and helpless we can be when young - which is why we can use some help when navigating our lives early on. The 'you' England speaks of in the single is subjective and purposely open-ended in this context, too. This is because it's not just one person in one particular position that helps us - it's multiple people who have taken up various positions that have served as sources of strength and aid in our lives. Ella England is a Scottish native that resides in London. "With You" is the artist's second single, with "Home" being her debut single. England is currently working on her third single, and we're all excited to see what she has in store for us! If you adored this song as much as I did, peep England's socials and give her music some virtual love. Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW ELLA ENGLAND:

History continuously repeats itself. The trends of yesteryears do come back into fashion. And beloved songs get sampled and mixed into current music for a new generation of listeners to consume and adore. Even when it's not direct sampling, the sounds and rhythms of trending music are heavily reminiscent of songs that have come before it. HADEE.'s "4AM" transports me to the front row of a Billy Idol concert without having to go to one, and I love it. "4AM" opens with a pop-punk rock motive we're all familiar with; a slowed-down guitar and drum opening of Billy Idol's "Dancing With Myself". It gives any keen listener a little nostalgic throwback. But whereas Idol's song is about being comfortable alone, HADEE.'s song has expanded to become about being spontaneous and wanting to share that spontaneity with someone. Within the chorus, for example, HADEE. begins by singing; "C'mon, come out babe / The light's almost out." When being spontaneous, the window we have to be just that is relatively short and needs to be acted upon as soon as possible. Hence the light 'almost' burning out - we need to cease the moment as it arrives, especially if we care to share it with someone. Hadee Dosani, better known by his stage name HADEE., is a native of West Palm Beach, Florida. HADEE. is an alternative pop-rock artist whose influences lie in '80s synth-pop and '70s glam rock. "4AM" is the first single to be released from the artist, so an astounding congrats on dropping such a banger! In the upcoming future, HADEE.'s expressed an interest in releasing an album that would experiment with different musical elements. So let this be a little request slash plea; please incorporate the rhythm of Depeche Mode's "Strangelove" into a song. It needs a modern touch and HADEE. should be the artist to reintroduce listeners to it. Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW HADEE.:

I always tell myself things will be different the next time a former flame reaches out. The next time, I will set boundaries. I'll refuse to slide back into old habits that got me nowhere. And most importantly, I will not drive myself nuts by overanalyzing every little detail. But that's just what I tell myself - that's not what happens. Instead, I become putty in their hands the moment we reconnect. If they were to reach out right now, I'd cave into their desires within seconds. A sentiment SJ Talbot knows all too well with her single, "Millisecond". "Millisecond" is an upbeat pop ballad that describes the hold a past partner has on us and how we would fall right back into their laps if they contacted us again - it's lyrical dissonance at its finest. The single opens with the ticking of a clock before the listener's enveloped by a catchy melody with reoccurring hooks that blossom throughout the song. Talbot showcases her incredible vocal range in this single, too. A first-time listener might think the chorus is sung by someone else, but it's all Talbot. She sings the verses with this dreamy, husky voice that's reminiscent of Kathleen Turner (and makes me melt whenever I hear it). Meanwhile, the chorus is sweet and light and manages to embed itself in your memory. The rock and soul-inspired pop artist, SJ Talbot, hails from Dublin, Ireland. Talbot is a graduate of the BIMM Institute Dublin and a vocal coach. She began her love affair producing music back in 2017. Since then, she's brought us singles like "Envy", "Easy for Me", and the latest, "Millisecond". If you're nearby Dublin, you've got an upcoming chance to see the artist in person! Talbot will be a special performing guest at The Grand Social on May 25th. But if you find yourself at too great of a distance to attend in person, virtual love in the form of multiple and repetitive streams is always appreciated. Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW SJ:

To some extent or another, the idea of people we've previously been with still being hung up on us is comforting. It makes us feel desired and wanted - even when that's not necessarily the reality. This illusion we've created for ourselves can help us heal and move on from this partner, the relationship, and any of the potential we attached to it. But this illusion is shattered when we see our former partner with someone else; it invokes a series of feelings we had no idea existed. "Painting Houses" by Alex Spinney provides listeners with an accurate portrayal of what it is like to experience this event first-hand. "Painting Houses" is a synth-pop single accompanied by light piano and violin playing alongside Spinney's soulful vocals. These elements interact beautifully with one another to express the cornucopia of emotions we experience when we see a former flame move on with someone else. Even if we're aware that this previous partner was not the one, as Spinney points out in his lyrics, it's still a shock to the system to witness this event unfold. It also calls on us to review and assess our time with this partner to pinpoint what prevented our relationship from achieving a deep commitment - a commitment they effortlessly accomplished with someone else. This single, if anything, is mourning the potential the relationship had. And this heartache becomes all the more difficult to stomach when we realize we're miles away from having this with someone else. Alex Spinney is a British singer and songwriter based in London. "Painting Houses" is the third single to be released from the artist. His earlier catchy singles include "Boodiyayay" and "I Remember". The artist also has an infinity for covering songs on TikTok and YouTube! My personal favorite is his cover of Valerie as a ballad on TikTok. Now go out of your way to show Alex some much-needed virtual love through the socials and streams. Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW ALEX:

We wear multiple faces - become differing selves - throughout our day. It's a weird concept to read and grasp, but bear with me; the numerous situations and people we encounter daily require us to pick a specific self to appropriately respond to. For example, when talking to a parent, you're not going to communicate with them in the same manner you would with your closest friends - that would be odd. However, this idea makes one question whether or not we can ever obtain a face - a self - that is authentically us on a continual basis. Evie Balfe's "Wearing A Crown" discusses the emotions a person undergoes when finally achieving the authentic self. "Wearing A Crown" is an electro-pop single with heavy, dark synths that steadily increase in momentum. As that momentum is building the listener is enraptured with Balfe's celestial vocals. The single takes a listener through the journey of struggling to be happy while transforming into one's authentic self. The song opens with the lyrics: "I'm wearing a crown / do I feel like / do I feel like / I'm special now / do I feel like I'm living the life I've been dreaming about". Within this context, the 'crown' is the authentic self and despite wearing it, being happy is still quite the challenge. The synths do a wonderful job of showcasing that this challenge is becoming harder and harder to contend with. But atlas, we persist - being happy demands a great deal of effort that makes the struggles worthwhile. Evie Balfe is a singer-songwriter and musician with roots in Lincolnshire and now resides in London. "Wearing A Crown" is the second single from the artist's upcoming album "Do I Feel Like I'm Happy Now?", which was produced by James Albarn and mixed by Jake Raywood. She's a frequently featured artist on BBC Introducing Lincolnshire. On top of being a electronica-pop genius, she's also a talented visual artist! She even takes commissions, so definitely flood her DM's with art commissions! For now though, you can stream and listen to "Wearing A Crown" on repeat. Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW ARTIST:

Within 20th and 21st-century literature, the varying seasons have adopted multiple metaphors and acquired countless symbols. These literary devices tend to be straightforward in the ideas and emotions they invoke, except when discussing Fall. Autumn has a duality to it. It's not as direct in what it can represent: it can be both abundance and decay, or ripening youth and declining age, or before present and past. In the case of Darcey Hope's "Autumn Sky", Fall's duality is highlighted; it characterizes an appreciation for the events that happen in fading time. "Autumn Sky" is a nostalgic folk-pop ballad that centers on gratefulness for the little moments that serve as the building blocks for life. The single's soft guitar-playing is the instrumental focus. Meanwhile, Hope's euphonious vocals take a listener through these small, sweet moments. The moments at hand interweave between everyday things that brighten a person's day such as looking out a window to see beautiful landscaping accompanied by lovely weather, to more intimate moments shared with a partner like a deep embrace during a sunset. The single is wonderfully versatile to fit different forms of appreciation for differing little moments through time. Darcey Hope is a singer and songwriter based in the U.K. Her musical blend of country, folk, and pop sends listeners into nostalgic bliss. Hope's talent has become a reoccurring feature on BBC Music Introducing - she's even managed to cop 'Track of the Day' multiple times. Her debut EP "try to say goodnight", is set to drop on June 23rd. That's just right around the corner! But if you find yourself impatiently waiting to hear more from the artist, you can always stream her earlier singles; "Coming Home" and "Hold On" on top of "Autumn Sky". Until that drop though, keep on daydreaming with Hope's music. Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW DARCEY HOPE:

It’s not crazy to say that there will always be people out there who don’t have your best interest in mind and will only ever look at you green with envy. Most of us have experienced moments where people in our lives only pretended to care for us and secretly wanted to cause us harm. In the latest single by Australian artist Tina Rez, “News Flash,” she sings about the toxicity of certain friendships she’s had in the past. While the track covers a not-so-fun topic, the song itself is very enjoyable to listen to and feels like a fun party anthem. The song radiates confidence and has a sleek style that makes Tina Rez such an intriguing artist. The energy the song carries influences listeners to hold themselves with an attitude of self-confidence. “News Flash” by Tina Rez is worth experiencing as it inspires and relates to those who understand what it is like to be surrounded by people who don’t have your best interest at heart. The song is eye-catching from the start, as the beat is instantly insatiable. Tina Rez’s voice works so well with the sound of the song and the way she sings it also makes the song feel like a dance anthem. The chorus of the song has this dark tone that makes the listening experience much more enjoyable and helps transport audiences to a new realm. Additionally, the lyrics featured in the chorus express the feeling of self-worth and understanding that you are worth more than how people treat you. The pace of the song is fast and that keeps the energy up throughout. The production of the song also keeps things interesting as it gives it that fun dark and confident tone. Overall, “News Flash” is a great track and a wonderful expression of fighting against envy that reminds listeners to stay true to themselves. Tina Rez is a pop artist from Sydney, Australia. She is a very passionate and driven individual who likes to try new things when it comes to her art. She loves to write over a multitude of topics as a way to help those around her who have experienced the same obstacles she has. She has growing and building herself for some time now and her bravery when it comes to experimentation proves just how strong of an artist she truly is. She has found success in music competitions, as she recently made it to the semi-finals of a songwriting competition for her track “Envy.” Tine Rez is an intriguing artist, and her aspirations to help listeners through work deserve more credit. This is why “News Flash” by Tina Rez is the next to tune in for as it is definitely worth the experience. Written By Chantal Charles FOLLOW TINA REZ: *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

Do you remember your first love? I certainly remember mine. I was smitten with and sold on the short, stocky redhead. (Yes, I have a type - don't judge me). After one week, I was already dreaming of a future with them as my life partner – unbeknownst to them, of course. But I can't undersell the dread I had of potentially losing them. This dread lurked behind these blossoming emotions of adoration, something Becky Briggs seems to understand all too well with her single, "Feeling Stays". "Feeling Stays" is about that first, sudden feeling of everything being perfect when with your partner and never wanting it to end. Briggs opens the song by listing little things that invoke this emotion within her: "romancing in corner shops / red wine on your white top / dancing at the bus stop". Briggs even vocalizes that she's aware that her enchantment with this partner is progressing fast. But this process usually is fast. In layman's terms, we intuitively know when we're in love regardless of the timeframe. And as a hopeless romantic, I certainly think keeping this spark alive is more than manageable despite some lingering anxiety. The bouncy guitar-laden pop single not only makes listeners giddy for love but empowers them to find and seek out ways to keep this initial feeling ongoing - to live in the moment for love and put duct tape over dread's mouth. Singer and songwriter Becky Briggs is heavily inspired by pop music from Sweden and the U.K. Two places she’s always called home. “Feelings Stays” will be the first single in Briggs’ upcoming EP "Bittersweet". Other singles released outside of the EP are last year’s “L Words” and 2020’s “Platform 6”. All the songs make a person fall in love with the idea of love. So if you ever need to be struck by cupid’s arrow, give Briggs’ singles a listen. Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW ARTIST:

Sometimes we want to believe so badly in the good that we completely overlook or undermine the bad. This tendency is especially true when assessing our time with another person. Primarily in our time with another person in a romantic relationship: it's easy to hyper-fixate on a partner's positive qualities and dismiss their red flags. Tabi Kate's "Sour" not only discusses this credulity but makes listeners realize it's okay to be wide-eyed about these relationships just as long as they can also acknowledge its impediments. "Sour" depicts the naivety we experience in a relationship before the eventual breakup that forces us to think critically about it. The opening rhythm of the song is ethereal to establish the relationship's fragility due to the rose-colored glasses Kate is initially reviewing it through. Even going as far as vocalizing that this relationship left "a sweet taste in my mouth". But the reality is that this relationship was sour, primarily because of the partner's unfaithfulness and lies. However, despite this relationship not necessarily being ideal in hindsight - it is more than okay to have a fondness for it while simultaneously recognizing its limitations. Hence why the lyrics detailing the illusive behaviors of this previous partner are sung to a pop-groove track. Tabi Kate is a U.K.-based artist, and “Sour” is the third single to be released by her. “No More” dropped earlier in the year, while “Closer” dropped last year for listeners. For U.K.-based listeners, primarily in Brighton and Hove, you can probably convince Kate to give you some more live performances! Her gigs get posted to her Instagram, so definitely be on the lookout for future performances. But for now, you can show Kate some virtual love by streaming her music. Written By Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW TABI: