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Simone Miller delivers a powerful, emotional track with her new single, "Acquaintance." The song provides an introspective look into mental isolation and superficial relationships. Through the lyrics, Simone conveys her unwillingness to engage in these meaningless relationships, lamenting over how draining they can be. She expresses that she'd rather be isolated than dragged down by people who are only an acquaintance. Being surrounded by superficial relationships and feeling out of place in certain scenes can feel more lonely and exhausting than just being by yourself. "Acquaintance" is a cathartic listen for anyone struggling with these emotions and the toll it takes on your mental health. Featuring a minimalistic, stripped-back arrangement, "Acquaintance" prominently showcases Simone Miller's impressive voice. Her sultry vocals hit us with a wave of emotions as she belts out her frustrations. The song highlights Simone's powerful range, as she transitions from deep and husky verses to light and soaring over the chorus. Delivering heart-wrenching melodies, Simone shows her vocal abilities off with intricate embellishments. Predominantly focusing on voice, piano, and guitar, "Acquaintance" provides a composition full of vulnerability, matching the raw emotions present in the lyrics. Simone Miller is a talented singer-songwriter and actress hailing from Toronto. She has always enjoyed being a performer and has been singing since childhood. Simone began her journey in the music industry after she was given the opportunity to sing on the track, “Lioness,” in the 8th episode of Detention Adventure Season 2. She has since had the opportunity to write for well-known and up-and-coming artists in the Japanese market. Simone has also been working on writing her own original music and has released singles, “Dry Eyes” and “Older,” prior to her release of "Acquaintance." Written By Cheyenne Johnson FOLLOW SIMONE MILLER:

The commonly known phrase, “ Karma is a bitch ", is typically said after witnessing or being a victim of an unfair act that was committed by someone else. Karma serves as both a lesson and consequence for one's actions, and it is definitely earned. In “ Cycle ”, Love Fae opens up the song with this phrase and immediately grabs the listener's interest, which causes them to wonder who has wronged her. But, the title of the song indicates that she’s been stuck in this unjust situation and cannot manage to leave, no matter how many times she tries to. Being in a toxic cycle is tough, and many other people can relate to this. Love Fae shares what it was like for her to go through it and the rollercoaster of emotions that she was feeling. It's very clear that someone has treated her unfairly. She expresses a desire for karma to take effect on this person, and that all of the wrongdoing and the way she’s been treated “ Can't be fixed ”. However, She seems stuck in a cycle of being mistreated by them, but is still unable to break free and will “ Just run in circles .” Once she realizes what she's doing and how wrong it is, she questions her own sanity multiple times by asking, “ Am I insane? Am I insane ?”. She definitely understands and recognizes that not only is her relationship or situation unhealthy, but so is the way she’s coping with it, which is why she asks herself, “ Where has my mind gone ?” She struggles to find the courage to leave no matter how many times she attempts to. She just seems to find her way going back to them, remaining stuck in a toxic situation and cycle with this person (“ Can't seem to find a reason to leave the past ”). Unfortunately, this is a common reality that many people experience and Love Fae is sharing her story with listeners that might relate. Love Fae, whose real name is Carlee Norris, is a pop singer and songwriter. According to her spotify page, she has over 6,000 monthly listeners, and 3 other songs released, which are “Color Blind”, “Therapy” and “Homewrecker”, with “Homewrecker” leading with over 24,000 streams. This angelic pop fairy and pop artist sees releasing music as a way of telling her story and performing her mind “out loud.” Follow Love Fae on her musical journey with the links below, and check out her latest single, “ Cycle ”, which is out now on streaming platforms! Written By Sneet Efrem FOLLOW LOVE FAE:

Social media can be a good and bad thing. On the bright side, the various platforms allow us to stay in touch with friends and family from almost anywhere. They can also be a great way to get important messages out to a large audience. As we all know, too much of a good thing can be harmful. An excessive amount of social media can lead us to create fake versions of ourselves for the sake of getting more “likes” on our profiles. In his gritty pop/rock song, “Nirvana T-Shirt,” Cy Wheeler explores this and the other dangers of social media. The instrumentation was just one aspect of the song that made it catchy. It consists of a gritty electric guitar and drums. As for the lyrics, I like how they were written, specifically the rhyming lines in the verses and chorus. They made it easy to follow along and were yet another factor in the track’s “catch-iness.” I also enjoyed Wheeler’s voice. His main vocals blended excellently with the gritty instrumentation. The background vocals gave the song a pop feel, and I liked how they matched the melody of the guitar. Lastly, I want to comment on the title of the song. A Nirvana t-shirt is something that a lot of people wear because it looks cool, whether they actually listen to the band’s music or not. By saying, “you’re the Nirvana T-Shirt,” I think Wheeler is trying to tell listeners that the fake version of ourselves we create to be “liked” on social media takes away our unique-ness. With that being said, make sure to embrace the special characteristics that make you who you are in any and all aspects of your life. Cy Wheeler is a singer from California who started his career by producing music from his bedroom. “Nirvana T-Shirt” is his first release of 2023. If you want to hear more music from him, check out his 2021 album Damascus Road. Wheeler uses music to tell listeners about various experiences in his life. “Home” is a song that has a gritty electric guitar similar to “Nirvana T-Shirt.” The lyrics talk about the exhausting experience of feeling restless. In contrast, “Sunrise” has a brighter sound, but it demonstrates a similar theme of wishing for better days. Regardless of what you choose, all of Wheeler’s songs are very relatable, and they let listeners know that they’re not alone in whatever they may be going through! Written By Kelli Dixon FOLLOW CY WHEELER

Being in your 20s are some of the most memorable - whether it's good or bad - years of your entire life. As a teenager, we’re always so excited or nervous to enter our 20s because we’re no longer a teen—we’re an adult. As someone who’s in their early 20s, it can be extremely tough, but I just learn to live life the way I want because I’m still young. I still have a lot to learn and experience and am always looking forward for what my life has planned out throughout the years—most of the time. Drew Schueler’s single, “20s” is about taking in life while you're still young because you'll never get that feeling back once you are out of it, but it's tough to live your life when the world isn't in the greatest shape. Everyone says it’s the best decade of their lives because they’re not too old or too young, and it’s the perfect era for still being able to do what you want; but nowadays being in your 20s usually means money troubles and confusion about where you want to go in life. Although there are still difficulties in these years of age, it's all a part of learning to experience life and growing up. Schueler starts the song with an alt-pop and rock soundscape paired with his relatable lyrics. He captures the times of being young which can resonate with the listener and bring some sense of reassurance that they’re not the only ones that goes through being in your 20s—whether that's making dumb decisions, dealing with tough situations, or just living in the struggles of the world today. Schueler’s vocals enhance the melody smoothly with the mid-fast beat tempo creating an enjoyable listen that is head bopping worthy. He sounds passionate through his raw voice which captivates the listener’s mood and emotions. The song is to the point and emphasizes the meaning just like the title—20s. The track has a safe and peaceful atmosphere through the lyrics that’s contrasted with the energetic tune creating a diverse listen. The passion Schueler brings out in his tone is highlighted throughout which is a pleasant listen for your ears. Drew Schueler is an up-and-coming artist/writer/producer from Nashville, Tennessee. His vocals and songwriting skills helps him stand out in the Music City and beyond because of his well-crafted and polished abilities. His fan base has been growing because of his stellar music and being consistent. This is needed for emerging artists which he’s able to achieve for being stable in his work. He recently won a grand prize for the NSAI Song Contest. He’s amped up over 20,000 Spotify monthly listeners and has released a few singles last year like “Lost Without You,” “I’d Be Lying,” and “To Know I Hurt You” which are all great songs! This is Schueler’s breakout year, so make sure to check him out and look forward to his music! Written By Lyndsey Cheng FOLLOW DREW SCHUELER:

Photo Credits: Cindy Natalia Don’t Go Looking For Love, has a brilliant music video depicting a man who is struggling, constantly on the run, and with many women in heels chasing after him, how long did it take for you to have this vision come to life? JB: I wrote this guitar riff back in 2017 and I had a basic melody for the song. The melody reminded me of a toxic relationship that I was in a long time ago. In this relationship, she was controlling, and would give me a “guilt trip” if I wanted to spend time with my family and friends. I was so young and I did not see how toxic the relationship was until other people started telling me that I needed to get out of it. It is a vulnerable topic to discuss and I knew that there were other people out there that have been in the same situation. I wrote this song to be an anthem for those who needed clarity and help with getting out of a toxic relationship. It is a difficult thing to escape because it feels like the other person in the relationship has a hold on you that you just cannot shake. Once I launched my music journey in 2022, I immediately prioritized making music videos. I met Alexx Dominguez, a videographer from Montana, who is living in Austin to pursue opportunities in this great city. We met up weekly at a coffee shop in downtown Austin and I gave him all my ideas for the music video. We then discussed how to successfully execute these ideas, locations, and much more. My girlfriend, Emily Williams, the owner of Artistry Scope, is an artist and she came up with the idea of creating a map. Then, I realized that we could incorporate that idea into the music video because it could be a ‘quest for love’ but everywhere the map guides you, that toxic relationship follows you. Alexx Dominguez loved the idea, and then all the ideas came together. One of your lyrics that repeat in Don’t Go Looking For Love is “Cause there’s a snake inside a dove,” can you please elaborate on what this means? JB: I wanted this line to stand out in my song because I really feel like it sums up the entire premise. The idea behind the lyric is that you truly do not know somebody even if you think you do. They may seem innocent, angel-like, and sweet (like a dove), but they really have bad intentions and slither their way into your life until they have a hold of you. This is what it feels like to be in a toxic relationship. I wanted to find a way to relate with a lot of people with this song, and I am proud of this lyric, because I think it is relatable. Also, my grandfather was one of my biggest inspirations for me to pursue my dream of being a musician, and he gave me his 1960’s Gibson Dove guitar. So, I had a graphic designer create a logo with a snake coming out of my Gibson Dove guitar. You can see this logo in the credits at the end of the music video. I still think until this day that my grandfather was guiding me to make this song and to come up with this lyric. I feel like it was meant to be. Your lyrics depict a similar situation for both a man and a woman. What influenced you to write from multiple perspectives? JB: Too many songs are from a mans perspective where women are always seen as the villain in a toxic relationship. This is not the case and I believe there are a lot of women out there that are currently in a toxic relationship, but just do not know how to get out of it. I wrote this song to be relatable to both perspectives because I always try to make all my songs relatable to anybody regardless of their background. I want this song to empower anyone to end a relationship that they should not be in. Music is a powerful tool that can empower someone to make a decision that would better their life. The scene in your music video depicting a mermaid/siren stands out as unique. What made you add this fantasy element to your story? JB: This was the most fun scene to film for this music video. It was very difficult to execute. We filmed this scene in Barton Creek, which is the creek that feeds into Lady Bird Lake. Alexx Dominguez placed his $5000+ dollar video camera in a fish tank so he could submerge it underwater. The fact that he would risk his camera for this music video gives me so much respect for him! I came up with this idea because sirens in Greek mythology are depicted as evil, even though they are beautiful. I feel like this was very relatable to a toxic relationship. Sirens are manipulative and find a way to control their target by singing a song that leads you to your demise. In a toxic relationship, your significant other may be manipulative and tell you what you want to hear, leading you to being unhappy in the long run once you find out who they really are. Your Instagram biography states that you have Appalachian roots. How has the transition from your birthplace to Austin, Texas affected your music and life as a whole? JB: Both of my parents were born and raised near Williamson, a small town in southern West Virginia. A majority of my family still live in West Virginia and Kentucky and many of my family members are coal miners, nurses, truck drivers, and much more. My dad is a structural engineer, so we lived all across the country and moved from city to city. I was born in the Midwest, but we were guided back to our roots because my dad inherited a 100+ acre property in Culloden, West Virginia that has been in our family for over 100 years. My parents live there for half of the year and the other half in Austin. I spend a lot of time at this property, and I have even written a lot of my music while I was there. Growing up, I would spend my holidays in West Virginia visiting my grandparents. My grandfather, Eugene “Poppy” Jackson was one of the biggest inspirations to me for pursuing my dream of being a musician. He was a self-taught musician. He was a man of god and was a preacher. He impacted so many lives and inspired many people by preaching up and down every holler in the region. He played his 1960’s Gibson Dove guitar like a banjo with banjo picks. He played that guitar every Sunday in church. When he got much older, he gave me his guitar and it is my most prized possession. He would always tell me “Son, you sure know how to pick that guitar. Stick with it and you will go somewhere one day”. My music journey is dedicated to my grandfather and to my familial roots. I feel like who I am, has been shaped by my family and all my experiences being around them. I feel like Poppy is guiding me every day and I strive to make him and my family proud. With another great song under your belt, what plans do you have to continue fueling the soundtrack of peoples’ lives? JB: I am currently working on an album with my producer, Andrew Middleton, who is based out of Nashville, Tennessee. He is absolutely incredible and he always succeeds at bringing my vision to life. He is a producer I will work with for a very long time. When I launched my music journey last year, I would release a single every two months and then a music video would follow its release. This strategy got very expensive for me and I couldn’t afford to make a music video for each song I released, so I needed a new strategy. I currently have six original songs released and I want to focus on marketing those songs. I have six new songs already recorded and I am working on two more songs with my producer. I have a bunch of live shows lined up with my band in May and June and will make that a priority this year. I have an agent who is helping me with marketing my released music. I am also making funny reels on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube that you all should check out! I will continue to make myself vulnerable by telling stories in my music that people can relate to. Sometimes it is hard to find the courage to express certain emotions, but music is a powerful tool that can capture a story you want to tell in a relatable way. Thank you for taking the time to talk to me. It really means a lot and I really appreciate your support. I am excited to continue telling my story because I have so much more to share. I am excited for everyone to hear my new songs that I am working on because I feel like my songwriting keeps getting better. This is only the beginning! Interviewed By Sophia E. Henry FOLLOW JB ELWOOD:

We continue to produce goods that are appealing to buyers as our society develops. The newest product promises flawless performance in all areas, including happiness, health, relationships, and salary. Nevertheless, despite everything we have added to our lives, we continue to find ourselves perpetually unhappy. Things We Don't Need, the new hit single from KLEO, tackles this issue head-on. From trap to K-pop, this catchy genre combines an assortment of musical genres. The song is about how the boundaries between man and merchandise progressively erode. The song's famous line, "Things we don't need, emotional distress you know I swear its not greed," sums up how, despite acquiring unnecessary goods, we continue to suffer emotional distress that is relieved by moving forward to do so. There is no doubt that this production was created with love and passion. TWDN combines a variety of musical styles, including Hyper-pop, Dark Pop, K-Pop, House, and Trap. Reverb and panning give the song an atmospheric, catchy vibe that will captivate both seasoned listeners and potential new fans. Drums, numerous synthesizers, and KLEO's stunning vocals all help to make the song even better. The song's strong message and catchy soundtrack are what draw in different listeners. Various EQs reverbs, and delays are audible throughout the song. To anyone searching for music with a groovy, atmospheric-level vibe, I strongly suggest this song. KLEO is a worldwide internet sensation from Glasgow. Her signature sound combines hyper pop, dark pop, K-pop, house, and trap, and it has earned her a lot of gratitude. KLEO received the BBC Introducing track of the week' for a total of three tracks from her 2020 EP 'MACHINA,' which appeared in SNACK magazine. KLEO's music is a social commentary on the post-digital age we live in, consumerism, capitalism, and the commodification of human life. She describes herself as "half android, half human." In recognition of her unique sound, KLEO received a nomination for The Sound of Young Scotland award in 2022. Her musical works investigate the intersection of online and offline, the environment in which her music exists. Regardless of being based in Glasgow, KLEO has an expanding global audience.. Even though she’s based in Glasgow, KLEO has a growing global audience, along with her on this leg of her musical journey. Written By ShatteredSoul FOLLOW KLEO:

“Faster Than We Ran” is a contemplative folk reflection on looking back on a significant moment in your life and feeling immense gratitude for it, “looking back and saying, ‘That was so awesome, the human experience is such a magical thing.’ even when it’s imperfect”. Elyse explores her spirituality, with deeply personal and poignant lyrics, painstakingly worldbuilding and fleshing out her narratives. Her background in poetry is glaringly apparent -- from how she manipulates her soft and wispy tone to the rhythmic beat you feel throughout the song. From high euphoria to low melancholy, Elyse’s emotion shines through not only in her voice but also in the words that she tenderly caresses before releasing them into the world. Inspired by songwriters like Neil Young, Elyse modernizes her music by adding twinkling instrumentals, warm bass, and ethereal vocals. Her raw earnest and elegant vocals add texture and depth to her emotion. The modern nuance of the simple guitar and atmospheric noises pair beautifully to transport the listener to another world. With simplicity, Elyse induces heartbreak, emotion, and desire for growth that inspires change while still feeling grateful for the past. At the song's climax, she shows off her voice in a series of outstanding runs, sending shivers down your spine at her awesome vulnerability and raw power. Anna Elyse is a poet at heart, deciding on the medium of songs to engage with her audience. After graduating from UCLA with a concentration in Poetry, she then went to an Audio Engineering School, where she found her favorite place, the studio. Working behind the scenes in many recording studios, Anna contributed to several prominent lyrically-based hip-hop albums (Logic’s album Under Pressure , The Incredible True Story , and No Pressure) , where she discovered her own determination to release her own music. “Faster Than We Ran” is a beautiful and significant piece that proudly showcases Anna’s best characteristics:” her unwavering vulnerability and outstanding lyricism that is only perfectly complemented by her production. Written By Megan Cao FOLLOW ANNA: *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

Dealing with conflict can be very draining. All the negative energy slowly eats away at you until there is nothing left. However, a poem I learned as a child exclaims that “you can’t go over it, you have to go through it.” In her upbeat pop track, “No Drama,” Joanna Borne sings about how freeing it feels to be on the other side of a conflict. After reflecting on all that she went through, Borne makes it clear to listeners that she is more than willing to put the past behind her. In fact, she is ready to swerve out of the way should drama ever come for her again. Joanna wrote "No Drama" as an anti-bullying anthem, hoping to bring more awareness to the continuous issue that many people face on a daily basis, but also as an uplifting song for those who need to hear it. All the aspects of the song illustrate the freedom that Borne is feeling because she has “no drama”. Starting with the instrumentation, you initially hear an upbeat bass line when the first verse begins. When it gets to the chorus, the music seems to burst forth with a trumpet and drums. In the first verse, Borne starts out by giving listeners a sense of the drama she was experiencing with hateful people. She sings, “trying to burn down my name in this town with what you said.” The chorus then starts with the words, “swerve! No drama!” I also liked how the rest of the song progresses because it seems as if Borne is getting further and further away from the conflict. On the bridge, she declares that “this will never get to me.” This song represents overcoming the hurt you've felt because of others and living your life without caring so much about what others might think. Joanna Borne is passionate about many aspects of her music, one of which is sound quality. In fact, she collaborated with one of Shakira's sound engineers to craft the dance worthy sound on “No Drama.” This is her first release in 2023. If you want to hear more of her, check out her 2022 single, “My Friend.” It has a very relatable message about the negative effects in which technology has on people. It is all the more fitting because Borne’s main goal in writing music is for her listeners to apply the messages in her songs to their own lives. I think she definitely achieves it in these two tracks. Follow all of Borne’s socials down below to be the first to hear of her new releases! Written By Kelli Dixon FOLLOW JOANNA BORNE

The freshly blossomed beauty that is Louise Burns’ latest release, “Bloom '' is a classic love story. Burns reflects on unrequited feelings of attachment while pondering her own sense of commitment. She seems to criticize missing calls and neglectfulness from the subject of her love, and yet is also scared of commitment herself. That is, committing to being without them. She seems to cherish this person almost biblically, speaking of “believing” and “following” them. References to the ocean and cleansing through water expand upon this. Burns’ sense of adoration is painted romantically with her upbeat tone and yet as the lyrics reflect, it is far from this. The sea of emotions she explores appear to go much deeper than the enchanting sounds that grasp ones attention on a first listen, with lyrics such as “I can’t imagine another way” being overtaken by the listeners own imagination when hearing her dreamy instrumentals. It is in this way that Burns skillfully manages to blend upbeat and emotional themes without either traits being diminished, and it is what makes “Bloom” such a captivating piece. The song begins with Louise Burns’ own voice being used as an instrument, echoing and merging with techno beats in the background. As the lyrics begin, her voice has a noticeably nostalgic sound, reminiscent of early 2000s pop, the beat and tone of her words follows this theme as well. The background, though, is nostalgic in a different way, comparable to 80s pop. Burns has said it was partially inspired by video game music. The use of this music, which is normally ignored, is excellent, creating a theme of nostalgia that the listener senses but may have trouble putting a finger on. This isn’t the only place where Burns puts her creativity to work, later featuring ocean sounds including a whale call. Following this, she manages still to expand on the uniqueness of the song even more, exploring an R&B style melody following the chorus. The end of “Bloom” allocates almost a minute to Louise vocalizing with instrumentals but is just as enthralling as the rest of the song, clearly displaying her talent beyond a standard song format; it is a shining example of her ability to simply create where there is nothing. Louise Burns, a Canada based singer, producer, and songwriter, began her music career nearly two decades ago with the band Lillix, which she co-founded at only eleven years old. Just four years later at fifteen, she began working with Maverick Records, releasing two albums with the band. When Lillix fell apart, she continued as a solo indie artist. Since then, she has released ten singles and five albums. Her work has been nominated for the Polaris Music Prize and a SOCAN songwriting prize. She’s kept herself occupied even beyond this, working with other artists such as FIONN, Molly Annelle, and Jody Glenham. Her popularity has only grown globally, with tours across the world in three continents, her social media boasting thousands of followers and verified accounts, and her songs reaching hundreds of thousands of streams. I hope to only see this expand with her latest releases, so make sure to contribute to her already overwhelming success by following Louise Burns below and streaming “Bloom”. Written By Hailey Schap FOLLOW LOUISE:

There’s details and memories of people from the past that are bound to be with you for life. I can’t tell you how often I think about a former love’s childhood obsession with John Deere lawnmowers whenever I pass by any of their agricultural machinery. Unfortunately for me, I currently reside in a rural area of the Pacific Northwest - so, John Deere equipment is a rather common sight. And I used to think the universe was punishing me by filling my head with visions of this former love, but it’s given me perspective on the idea of love - or much rather, how we navigate love in young adulthood. Cate Tomlinson’s “twenty one” beautifully encapsulates this navigation and the ever-lasting impact it leaves on us. Listen to "twenty one" by Cate Tomlinson here. Through “twenty one”, Tomlinson allows listeners to explore a deeply intimate part of her life in a vulnerable ballad. The song wraps you up in a lush piano melody and soft strings throughout its duration to express the melancholic nature of the nostalgia at hand. In the opening verses, we learn that Tomlinson has been reflecting and trying to explain the relationship that's helped shaped her since the age of 15. Now at 21, she realizes in hindsight that an unawareness of her own boundaries contributed to a great deal of the discomfort experienced within the relationship and left lasting residual effects. She even notes in the chorus that one of the residual effects are still falling "for hopeless men" even when better options had presented themselves. There's a silent rage to be had when we realize that an understanding of oneself alongside advocacy could have drastically changed the outcome of the relationship, and in turn how we pursue love in the future. The heartfelt bridge showcases heavier strings while dropping a big revelation; the other half of this relationship is unaware of the compromises Tomlinson made in order to be with them, or even people that reminded her of them. Which makes this silent rage deafening and all the more heavyhearted. Ultimately, this journey into nostalgia has helped the artist realize their own limitations. One of the biggest limitations being the compromise of yourself - especially when it was never asked of you. Cate Tomlinson is a California-born singer and songwriter. Tomlinson’s music features a unique blend of pop, rock, and soul to catch the ear of music lovers across multiple genres. Currently, the artist finds herself studying at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts as a music industry major while building up their portfolio and contributing to their discography. This latest single was released before Tomlinson’s 22nd birthday, and is set to be featured on an upcoming EP that’s due to release over the summer. The EP recounts intimate stories from the artist that reflect the struggle of transitioning into young adulthood. If you’ve enjoyed Cate Tomlinson’s reflective ballad as much as I have, show her some virtual love in the form of streams, likes, and follows. And a Happy 22nd Birthday from Pop Passion as well; cheers to a very long, and fruitful career as a thoughtful, passionate artist. Written by Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW CATE TOMLINSON:

Jake Huffman’s “Babe” is an indie-pop/rock song up for interpretation. This feel-good song lets the music do the talking, and it's thematically left open to the eye of the beholder. If you want to hype up a pregame, blast it at a party. If you’re getting over a breakup, scream it in your car. If you just want a catchy song to listen to on repeat that you can feel in your soul, here it is. Jake’s creative approach to “Babe” was not wanting to cloud the energy of the song by his audience over-thinking the lyrics or trying to decipher the deeper meaning. The song is to be interpreted in any way each individual needs. He believes surface level situations can actually become more significant overtime than one’s with one designated emotion or meaning. “Babe” is a song created by chasing that feeling of letting the energy inspire you, and not the other way around. Jake Huffman proclaims the more he listens, the more nuance he finds than originally intended. Sit back, turn the volume up to 10, and let “Babe” take you anywhere you need to go. “Babe” is Huffman’s latest single that was created when he was going down a rabbit hole of self-expression and innovation, and he was exploring a combination of indie pop/rock/funk songs. The music physically charges you up while listening. Jake shared, “Something about the bass lines and the hard hitting syncopation really hit the spot. I wanted to capture that vibe and put my own spin on the genre. What's cool and different about this track is how haunted and dark it feels. I think I captured an 80s sci-fi horror mixed into a twisted fantasy like day dream,” and that is the perfect way to capture the energy of this song. “Babe” is a true amalgamation of Jake Huffman’s vast experience and musical influences. Connecticut born and raised indie pop rock artist Jake Huffman creates a euphoric realm through his craft. He aims to bring his exhilarating energy to a global audience. Jake is a multi-instrumentalist who takes inspiration from nearly every genre of music. He was previously known for his lead vocalist/drummer role in the viral rock band, McLovins, before rediscovering his sound as a solo artist. On his own, Huffman returned to the world of music with a completely unique arsenal of music. Jake writes, performs, and produces all of his music himself, and his handwork and talent continues to bleed into everything he touches. Follow Jake Huffman below, and let him know how you interpret his newest feel-good single, “Babe”, and checkout his expansive collection of music! Written By Grace Chapman FOLLOW JAKE HUFFMAN:

If you go against the title of the song and look for love, you either won't find it, or you’ll find the wrong one for you. In JB Elwood’s experience, he tells the story of being strung along in a relationship that he thought was genuine, and believed that everything this girl was saying was true. Unfortunately, it was full of lies and heartbreak. “ Don’t Go Looking for Love ” sends a message, and maybe even a warning for those searching for love, to be cautious of people’s intentions and be patient for the right person to come. Not only communicate and be upfront from the very beginning, but also, just allow love to find its way to you. Don’t chase it. Just let it come naturally and don’t force it! In the beginning of the song, JB’s voice is soft, accompanied with an acoustic guitar and he immediately jumps into exposing his ex for being a liar. He’s speaking about himself in 2nd person, but he also does this to share how it might be for someone else who went looking for love as he did, and the result of doing so. He shares that he was fooled into believing that it was “ The real thing .” Once he catches onto who she truly was as a person, and that she had negative intentions with him the entire time, he says, “ Nevermind all the times, nevermind all the lines that she drew in your head .” Now regretting that, he says, “ You were blind, you were blind. You were out of your mind. You wish you left her instead .” It sounds as if he's also putting a little bit of the blame on himself, but this shouldn’t be the case. When getting into a relationship, you naturally and instantly think that you two are on the same page because that's how it was supposed to be. However, this girl was the opposite and played with his feelings for the whole time that they were together. JB is right. Love is blind and it takes a while to catch onto these things. You push these red flags away because you’re stuck on the "good" actions and words that they’ve shown you, and you don’t realize how it was fake until it's too late. This song is JB learning a lesson, which is to let love find him and to stop chasing it. It’s also a message and warning to the listeners to do the same thing in order to not go through his same situation. He puts an emphasis on this message in the chorus when we hear the drums and guitar being more prominent, as well as projecting his voice when he repeats “ Don’t go looking for love ”, four times. JB Elwood is a singer and song-writer who’s currently based in Austin, Texas, but comes from a musical family that lives in West Virginia. His love for music first came from hearing Slash, lead guitarist from the rock band Guns N’ Roses, shredding the guitar. Specifically, their song, “ Welcome to the Jungle ” is what inspired him to pick up the guitar and explore the world of m,usic from there. With his relatives playing numerous instruments, it was always meant for JB to become an artist and create music for people to listen to. He is heavily inspired by his late grandpa who motivated him to continue playing the guitar, making music and making it far as an artist. He will continue to use that guitar and share relatable stories ranging from love, heartbreak, change, commitment, and also striving to have his music be “ the soundtrack to your life .” Follow JB Elwood on his journey with the links below, and check out “ Don’t Go Looking for Love ” out now on streaming platforms! Written By Sneet Efrem FOLLOW JB ELWOOD: