"Love at first sight" is a cliché with some intriguing implications; especially if it involves a close buddy. We make an effort to convey our feelings through signals, but this is frequently motivated by shyness or a fear of being rejected. Illiterate love interests, however, fail to take these signs into account. The newest single by EVALINA "I Threw a Party (Excuses)," has lyrics that perfectly express these concepts. This pop synth song gets you tapping your foot to the beat. Evalina's beautiful vocals capture your ears the moment the song begins. The theme of the song, according to Evalina, is as follows: "Excuses is about giving the one you admire hints in the hopes that they will take them. Ironically, because they are unable to read minds, none of these "hints" would be obvious to the person you would like to recognize. Let the listener decide their choice." The creation of EVALINAS' song "I Threw a Party (Excuses)" is without a doubt the product of her heart and soul. Each distinct instrument combination works in perfect harmony with the others. With the incorporation of a snare, this pop-trap vibe blends the guitar, bass guitar, and other trap percussions, especially the low kick. With the help of the doubling and reverb mixing effects, EVALINA's vocals are enriched and given additional depth. It's a nice touch to have all instrumentals fade out throughout the pre-chorus, except for the guitar, which holds the framework before all instruments reenter on the downbeat. The composition of her work portrays how passionate she is about her music and career. EVALINA unquestionably poured her heart into creating this beauty of a song. Since being discovered by acclaimed production duo Lactonic, who nurtured her outstanding talents throughout her teens and strengthened her exceptional songwriting skills, rising pop musician EVALINA, a graduate of South London's BRIT School, has garnered fame. Despite still being in the early phases of her career, EVALINA has collaborated with some of the highest names in the industry, performed all over Europe, and earned approximately 20 million streams throughout her credits. "Side Effects," EVALINA's debut song, was made accessible in July 2022 to favorable reviews. The song was most recently named the Outstanding Debut Single for 2022 by Songwriter Spotlight. In advance of making her festival debut there in May, she recently supported Louis III while performing her breakthrough performance at London's The Great Escape festival. EVALINA expertly creates another musical masterpiece with Jo Pereira, featuring imaginative music and seductive, thought-provoking lyrics. It won't be long before Londoners would consider EVALINA to be among the best pop musicians. Written By ShatteredSoul FOLLOW EVALINA:

Victoria Staff’s latest release is a nostalgic ballad about yearning for a place that no longer exists. “Olive and Ruby” is an ode to her favorite coffee shop in Vancouver that has since shut down. In an effort to preserve the café, she has wrapped up her favorite memories into a poetic masterpiece. The song contains details that beautifully illustrate the scene of a busy, yet quaint coffee shop. She opens the song with the picturesque scene: “It's all coffee and cactuses from where I sit// And the couple on my right plays with a young kid// And he's got a yellow rainhat and matching boots.” From the very first lines, Staff utilizes simple, yet effective imagery to articulate exactly what she has experienced in this shop. It is a place for everyone—from single people to entire families. The coffee shop had something for everyone, and was the perfect spot to duck into on a rainy day. In the chorus, she expresses the sorrow she feels that the shop closed down. It was not just a simple store like a Starbucks or Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf; it was a safe space for a community to congregate. She starts the chorus with the lyrics, “I still remember the smells and the music// I wish I'd known that I'd come to lose it// Something so simple, and perfect, and beautiful gone.” She acknowledges that although she loved it, she took it for granted. She never thought this shop was going to close and now it is gone forever. Only a memory of the past. She ends the chorus with the despondent line: “I believe it when they say that old phrase, that all things come to an end// But it's stuck in my head.” She knows that nothing lasts forever and that her comfort space had an expiration date, but she cannot let go. The entire song utilizes detailed lyrics that effortlessly transports the listener to this beloved café and eloquently preserves its memory. Staff truly does the Olive and Ruby Café justice while flawlessly exemplifying her extraordinary songwriting talent. “Olive and Ruby” consists of a relaxing production that brings to life the nostalgia found within the sentimental track. The song kicks off with a gentle piano paired with an acoustic guitar that sets the calming atmosphere. The guitar plays in quarter-note triplets to provide airy waves to the track. After a couple measures, Staff’s angelic voice joins the production as she guides the listener through her vivid memory. In the pre-chorus, the song begins to build with a staggered electric guitar being strummed between each line and a soft, synth wave increasing as the production prepares for the chorus. When the chorus hits, a steady drum and soothing violin are added to the track, further enhancing the ethereal production. The song maintains this structure between the choruses and verses, providing a familiar element, similar to the familiarity and comfort the coffee shop gave its patrons. Staff naturally spreads this feeling of serenity to the listeners, making them feel the nostalgia with her. Then in the bridge, the production of the chorus continues with the electric guitar becoming more prominent and frequent. This emphasizes the emotional climax of the track before switching to the peaceful outro that ends the song with the line: “Something so simple, and perfect, and beautiful gone.” The last line ends the track abruptly, symbolizing the sudden closing of Staff’s favorite coffee shop. It is a clever reference to the tender notion that, sometimes, the things we love will come to an end with no warning. “Olive and Ruby” is a touching track that utilizes a whimsical production that marvelously captures the spirit of the once beloved coffee shop. Victoria Staff is a Canadian pop singer-songwriter. She made her official musical debut earlier this year when she released her single, “Records & Honesty.” However, she has been passionate about music from a young age. When she was five-years-old, her parents signed her up for piano lessons and she immediately was drawn to creating her own music. At ten-years-old, she began truly writing her own music of her own and wrote her first real song, “100 or less.” This song appeared on her first album, The Blue Book Project, which was recently removed from all streaming platforms in an effort to rebrand her sound as something that is authentically her. Between the informal debut in 2017 and the release of her official debut single, Staff earned her degree in Behavioural Neuroscience from UBC. She then learned that a career in that field may not be her true calling, so she turned to music as both a cathartic release and her new, true passion. Staff will still be helping people that struggle with mental illness, but in an artistic, relatable manner. This knowledge only makes her songs resonate deeper and causes fans to anticipate her new releases further, as each song is bound to touch on anxiety, depression, and other mental illness. Staff is not only a singer and a songwriter, but a multi-instrumentalist with skills on the guitar, piano, banjo, and ukulele. She has derived her inspiration from prolific industry names such as Taylor Swift, Hozier, and Gregory Alan Isakov. Similar to her musical heroes, she aspires to create honest art that moves the listener and makes them feel less alone. With only two official releases under her belt, Staff is already on the right track to complete stardom. Written By Karlee Skipper FOLLOW VICTORIA:

Did you know that there was a tunnel under Ocean Boulevard? I honestly had no idea until Lana Del Rey teased her new album "Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd" with her single titled the exact same name towards the end of 2022. With her last album "Chemtrails Over the Country Club" being released in 2021, her new music was highly anticipated by fans. It's in this album that it seems Lana has let us take a step into her life. She is no longer solely showcasing her art. This much is alluded to in that the only promo done for this album was a giant billboard put up in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Lana quickly addressed speculation as to why she did this on Instagram by simply writing "it's personal." Not too much detail while also being extremely direct is classic Lana Del Rey: acknowledging the situation but also leaving a lot up to the imagination. She follows that same theme throughout each song on this album. The Grants Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd Sweet A&W Judah Smith Interlude Candy Necklace Jon Batiste Interlude Kintsugi Fingertips Paris, Texas Grandfather please stand on the shoulders of my father while he’s deep-sea fishing Let The Light In Margaret Fishtail Peppers Taco Truck x VB Every track that Lana puts out has been alluding more and more to the elusive question "Who is Lana Del Rey?" She is known for her mystery, and she is able to bring that mysterious nature into her music skillfully. Everything from the strategic lyrics, instruments, and rhythms she decides to use, and even the order of songs on each album goes towards the mythical aura she has crafted for herself over the years. The push-and-pull dynamic she has created by feeding her audience information about herself, but never too much, has given her a place in the spotlight for many years. We all want to know who she is, and with each album, she has become more and more ready to tell us. She is Hollywood noir, as vinyl of an aesthetic as vinyl comes. She is Lana Del Rey. The album begins with "The Grants" which is referencing Lana's family (Grant is her family name). Listeners are transported into her family life with the beautiful acoustic voices pulling us into the song. The harmonies that bring us to the first verse are mesmerizing. We get the insight here that Lana had many obstacles to overcome where they were concerned, as she references past songs in this intro as well with the lyric "Doin my time". Song number two is the teaser "Did you know that there's a tunnel under Ocean Blvd," and it set the scene for us months before the album release. The soft tone of the song with Lana's incredibly unique voice in the foreground is a theme that transpires throughout the rest of the album. "Sweet" gives us even more of a clue into her past by informing us that "it's set in the Midwest" as she continues to details more about herself than we have ever known before. "A&W" incorporates an acoustic guitar on the album for the first time as the prominent instrument, as every other song up until that point was piano-based. We continue to learn more about who Lana is and what has shaped her identity, something that very many of us are enjoying learning about. The song picks up in pace about two minutes in, which changes the entire theme of the track as well. Now we have arrived at the first interlude of the album, "Judah Smith Interlude." It includes a lot of biblical verses, and overall holds many allusions to God and the bible itself. It makes sense, as Lana has made it clear that she has an unwavering belief in God. "Candy Necklace" (feat. John Bastide) follows this first interlude. This song, in my opinion, holds one of the more beautiful piano melodies on the album. It is also the only track existing between two interludes; there is clearly a heightened importance. Lana has always been a very skilled weaver of metaphors, and that talent shines through in this song. She metaphorized a toxic relationship into a candy necklace, a comparison that many of us would never have thought of. The candy symbolizes the sweet and seductive, while there is allusion to a noose in the necklace component. "Jon Bastide Interlude" closes out this section of the album with deep and rich musical rhythms that lock us in for the second half of Lana's latest masterpiece. When you get up to "Kintsugi" and "Fingertips," you are being let inside the innermost workings of Lana's brain. Both are long tracks, and both offer the most insight into Lana that we have gotten so far. Lana told Rolling Stone in an interview that "Fingertips" wasn't a good song, but that it "explains everything." It most closely resembles a diary entry, as Lana dives into all of her thoughts on motherhood, family, and death. It goes through both her innermost struggles and her external troubles with her family that she has had over the years. "Paris, Texas" follows this track as an escape from the past she just went into detail about. She sings, "The more you know, it's time to go," signaling that it was time for a more light-hearted track on the album, mentioning three cities that are of importance to her. "Grandfather please stand on the shoulders of my father while he's deep sea fishing lyrics" introduces one of Lana's most famous metaphors, a butterfly, within the first few seconds of the song. She pleads with God to send her three white butterflies if he is near, showing how in-touch Lana is with her religious side. "Let The Light In" (feat. Father John Misty) is another romantic allusion in this album. It hints at the need for a breakup rather than a makeup in this conflict-filled relationship, despite how much love exists between the two partners. “Margaret” (ft. Bleachers) pivots back to Lana's close family, and how her definition of the bond extends beyond blood. "Margaret" is the name of Jack Antonoff's fiancée, which makes this essentially a song in honor of Jack. We are reaching the end of the album with "Fishtail," a title with double meaning. On the one hand, it could be referencing a very popular braid, as Lana has worn a brain many times throughout her years in the spotlight. What would require deeper knowledge is the other meaning of the word, which is a term in driving where the driver is making erratic movements. This would translate here into the disposition the person this song is for has towards Lana. He doesn't have the purest intentions. “Peppers” (ft. Tommy Genesis) is a song heavily referencing Angelina Jolie. It seems the overall vibe of this song is the singer portraying herself as some sort of "bad girl." The finale, "Taco Truck x VB" is a direct reference to her hit single "Venice Bitch" featured on her album "Norman F*****g Rockwell." The "Taco Truck" portion of this song serves as what seems like a love song on the surface, but actually delves into seemingly bad behavior. It is the "VB" side of things where the love comes in. My personal favorite song on the entire album is "Paris, Texas" (feat. SYML) due to the fact that the song she sampled from them has been on my playlist since 2021. When I heard the intro to this particular song in the album, I was so excited that I dropped my phone on the floor. While this song holds a special place in my heart, I can honestly say that I think the entire album is beautifully done. While listening to each song back in order to craft this review, I fell in love with the album all over again. We have never known more about Lana than we do now, and I am so grateful that she was willing to share so much about herself in her beautiful music. This album is a must-listen; a theme that I hope she continues in her music to come. Written By Molly Schiff Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube *copyright not intended. Fair use act, section 107.

With the very first line in " Want U Back " by NEVE, which goes " Hey hello ", it becomes evident that she is specifically talking to someone, rather than telling the listeners about someone. The song features a staticy sound that is reminiscent of a phone conversation. This song revolves around her missing her ex, which is a common feeling when you’re freshly out of a break-up. It's natural to reminisce about the good times and moments that were shared in the relationship. However, NEVE also acknowledges that her ex treated her poorly when she says, " You never did a thing you know you should ". Despite this, she chooses to focus on the positive aspects of their time together and push away the negative memories. Being in a relationship is undoubtedly enjoyable, and NEVE recalls the fun times that they had together which brings a smile to her face (" Sometimes I forget that it's over just to crack a smile "). Although she deserved better, she is still holding onto the good memories they shared. It's understandable that she chooses to remember only the positive moments, as no one wants to dwell on the bad experiences. Ultimately, NEVE's " Want U Bac k" is a reflective and relatable song that deals with the mixed emotions that come with a break-up. Within the first 10 seconds of this upbeat pop masterpiece, NEVE shares a couple of things with us very quickly. The first is that she’s on the phone, and the other is that she’s aware of how wrong it is to question whether or not she should go back to her ex, by asking, “ Am I insane that I still miss you ?” As the song goes on, it sounds as if she’s screaming. But we come to realize that she's arguing with herself. There’s a lot of back and forth going on in her mind about this person and it’s making her frustrated. She’s trying to figure her feelings out, but she's struggling, which is why we can hear her voice projecting and the anger in her voice when she asks herself, “ Why do I only remember the good? I tell myself we were just misunderstood. When you never did a thing you know you should. If I could just kiss you, I know I would! ” She then reveals the specific reasons for why her ex wasn't a good partner. She finds herself going back and forth, driving herself crazy between focusing on the positive memories of their relationship, which bring her comfort and happiness, and remembering why they broke up in the first place. A couple of lines where she reveals the reasons they broke up were, " You may have ruined love for me ", " You never did a thing you know you should ", and " How can you be the worst and the best I’ve had ?" However, her mixed emotions get the best of her, and she caves in to the longing she feels for her ex, stating " If I could just kiss you, I know that I would. I’ll say it. Yeah, I want you, I want you, I want you back .” NEVE is a London-based, but Ireland native singer and songwriter. She has studied musical theatre for years, as well as having endured classical training back in Ireland. She writes her songs in a way that allows her listeners to not feel alone when navigating throughtheir emotions, helping them feel understood, but also receiving more clarity for what they’re feeling and what's going through their minds. She states, " I want to act as an antidote for emotional pain .” This song is the perfect example of that, and NEVE is happy for achieving exactly that! This song is a big hit with currently over 250,000 streams on Spotify and over 5.5 million views on Tiktok. She’s had many successful tours as well, and as you can see, she’s been growing very quickly as an artist, and is extremely loved! Follow NEVE on her incredibly fast growing journey by clicking on the links below, and check out her latest single, “ Want U Back ”, out now on streaming platforms! Written By Sneet Efrem FOLLOW NEVE:

Photo Credit: Charlie Kelly Photo "Trees" by Daphzie is a song that has all the best elements of pop, rock, and indie music, making it a gorgeous and unique blend of sounds that is uniquely Daphzie. The lyrics describe feelings of being overwhelmed by emotions like anxiety and loneliness. The track has a moody and angsty feel that is spot on for the detailed and universal emotions. “Trees” is effortlessly cool and has a similar vibe to artists like Beabadoobee, Slowly Slowly, and Pale Waves. Daphzie has a soft voice that complements the heavy guitar that leaves you wishing the number was longer. Overall, this is a sensational song that you have to give a listen to. “Trees” begins with a mellow guitar soundscape. When Daphzie starts singing about her feelings, the guitar starts to rev up. The way the melody builds as she describes the heightening emotions, makes it seem as though it reflects the lyrics' intensity. This illusion makes every chorus feel like a climax of feelings. It also makes the following verses sound as though she has snapped out of this bad mental space as the melody calms down, especially as she repeats the final lyrics, “I always knew”. Altogether, this is an incredible track that balances emotional lyricism and phenomenal instrumental. Daphzie, formerly known as Lili Crane, is a guitarist, singer, and songwriter from Newcastle, Australia. She has had a passion for music ever since she was a kid and started playing gigs at pubs at 14 years old. At 15 years she was recognized for her talent and won a competition in Brisbane that had her flying to Nashville to work on her country music. As she has grown, her musical direction changed and she started making indie rock/pop, when at 17 years old she released an EP titled, “In My Head”. Due to the success of this project, she was able to headline a show. As time passed she changed her stage name to Daphzie and performed at the popular 2023 Gum Ball Festival. Written By Stephanie Berning Revised By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW DAPHZIE: *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

Love holds a universal gravity, feeling grounding from afar, yet all-consuming and disastrous up close. Norwegian singer Ponette speaks to this in her newly released single “I think the world was better without me in it”, touching on how love can be just that: complex. Using digitally flavored pop vocals, reminiscent of a teenage coming-of-age story, she recounts her experiences in a dying relationship and the pain that follows. The song proceeds with the lyric “I can’t tell you I don’t love you,” speaking directly to the person she cherished, albeit the one who left hard feelings of insignificance, vulnerability, and confusion. Whether it be romantic, familial, or friendship-related, we have all likely felt exposed, compelled to clutch something no longer serving us, hurt by unspoken rejection, and determined to fight against the pain’s apparent weight. While listening, I could vividly imagine a movie’s main protagonist running across their school hallway, tears streaming down their cheeks, a smile slowly forming, Ponette playing in the background, leaving viewers contemplative, reminiscing their own heartbreak moment, feeling angsty yet understood. The song begins with a plucky, pop-rock guitar, emoting feelings of angst and romance, progressing with a low-fi-type beat and digitally toned production. The lyrics gain momentum using subtle vocal distortions and 80s,90s-inspired backing harmonies, repeating the main title lyric throughout, similar to how we often repeat certain messages to ourselves, creating endless, negative thought loops. The song carries over into an upbeat, synth-driven chorus with a dancey, energetic quality to it. The track as a whole gives a lighter feeling to the painful experience described, encouraging the listener to own yet shed the sadder feelings! Led by vocalist Helene Svaland, the four-member electronica band has been gaining ground musically since their debut release “I’m Alone” in 2016. Originally from Norway, the group—aptly named after the 1996 French film, describing a young girl’s story of love and loss—combines a whirry, post-apocalyptic soundscape with Helene’s distinctive vocals. Paralleling contemporary artists, like Aurora and Ellie Goulding, Helene sets her songs against a darker, industrial landscape, a sound that has garnered the group 81K monthly Spotify listeners and wide acclaim for tales of grief-stricken romance. Combined with glitchy synths, lyrical repetition, and pop-rock instrumentation, the group infuses intimacy often difficult to achieve in electronic music. From their earlier songs, like “Hours”, to the more stripped back “Losing me”, featuring low humming and poignant harmonies, Ponette balances intensity and intention within their songs, forwarding Helene’s stories of love and heartbreak. I am excited to see how their music evolves, knowing they signify an exciting shift towards “Nude” vulnerability in mainstream electronic music! Written By: Conner Pettit FOLLOW PONETTE:

Your twenties are supposed to be for you. It’s the weird, transitional period into full-fledged adulthood where we’re allowed to make careless mistakes, get hurt countless times, and blame everything on our young age. Most importantly though, we’re giving ourselves the space and freedom to thoroughly explore the aspects of our identity that haven’t been delved into yet. But sometimes serendipity intervenes and disrupts this self-navigation. This intervention takes on different shapes and always manages to surprise us when we least expect it. In Ellen McNeill’s case, her perfect person serendipitously came to her at 25. In her latest single, “5 Years Too Early”, McNeill divulges her thoughts and feelings on the experience. “5 Years Too Early” is an indie-pop ballad centered on the hesitation and conflicting emotions McNeill experienced when meeting the person of her dreams. She knows this person would be amazing for her, if only she'd met them 5 years later. She feels she's a bit too young to be feeling something this strong, but can't help wanting this person in her life. The single opens with soft guitar plucking that reflects the innocent nature of this chance event, but then continuously blossoms into a stronger and more emotional love song. The groove is classic and smooth and is paired with Ellen's raw, stunning vocals. Ellen McNeill is a singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles. The artist’s discography is an extension of her heart and soul; it’s the epitome of confessional-style music. Her debut single, “Crying Over Milk” is a stunning slow jam about a struggling relationship, with “5 Years Too Early” being her follow-up single that feels like a prequel. When McNeill isn’t brewing up music, she’s co-hosting the pop-up concert series Silverlake Jams with Harnek Gulati. The series not only gives up and coming musical artists an outlet to perform, but helps cultivate an engaging community between independent artists and listeners wanting to support their creativity. If you’re bound to the west coast or traveling over here, be sure to add a Silver Jams concert to your must-do list! If you’re lucky, you just might get to see McNeill perform during one of the shows. While you wait to see her perform live, show McNeill some virtual love in the form of streams, likes, and follows. Written By Gia Gradaille Revised By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW ELLEN:

There’s always some danger when it comes to falling in love. A person can have such a chokehold on you, and it only becomes more frightening as the relationship develops. It’s an interesting tale to play with and this is what the Austrian producer duo, Monroe & Moralezz provide us with their new track “Marilyn.” The song is a fun electronic track that tackles the dark themes of addictive relationships, as well as asking how healthy they are truly. The song also features Basslovers United, a group that specializes in upbeat dance music. “Marilyn” is an interesting track to check out as it serves as an interesting story of what dangerous one may come across in a relationship. Similar to the lyrics' subject matter in the intro, the song catches your attention as it instantly begins with a bang. The beat of the song is addictive and made to be played at a dance event. The chorus of the song doesn’t stray too far from the verse, but it does build up enough to bring the song more to life. Lines from the chorus that sticks out are “like a sin” and “you only played with my heart” because they focus more on the dangers of the speaker’s relationship and how this feels almost evil because the relationship will only lead to heartbreak. The contrast between the song's subject matter and the way it sounds is what makes the song so interesting. Those dark and light elements mixed into one are always a complex battle to tackle but the artist proves to be well-versed enough to have accomplished it. The song “Marilyn” certainly sticks the landing and is waiting to be added to your next party playlist. Monroe & Moralezz are a producer duo from Bregenz, Austria that began making music since 2009. While the duo explores a multitude of genres, they center around electronic funk or dance-pop music. While they have a clear style, each song does a great job of standing on itself. The duo has gained popularity in the past with their most popular song, “Taxi Driver” reaching over one million streams on Spotify. Monroe & Moralezz show a blend of ideas and a passion for the art they create, and that is what makes them such an interesting team to check out if you’re in the mood for new fresh sounds. Written By Chantal Charles FOLLOW MONROE & MORALEZZ: *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

Olivia Lunny exudes effortless versatility in first release of the year, “TIMEZONE.” As the old saying goes, distance makes the heart grown fonder, and that maxim is the embodiment of this new bop. Many fear space from their loved ones as an intangible force keeping them apart, but “TIMEZONE” hits the nail on the head where time apart is not always a bad thing. The yearn in your soul for your people to always be near never dissipates, but you can change your mindset, and let the pain power you to become a stronger version of yourself you could only dream of. There is great energy that comes with independence. Life is truly in your hands to make it what you want. Your person is always just a flight away, and when they return, it’ll feel like they never left. Take the time when they’re gone to be selfish. Push yourself to try new things. Find solace in being alone, and when they inevitably return, love them hard to make up for lost time. Being comfortable being alone is a trait many wish for, and it’s an essential quality for self-growth and long-lasting relationships. No matter what timezone your other half resides in, your hearts are always on the same clock, and the time you get to spend together transcends any city, any country, and any universe. Cherish those moments apart as space to grow and time to better yourself, and when you finally reconnect, every second apart will make perfect sense. “TIMEZONE” is an alt-pop track seeped with hypnotic beats and strong feelings of love and desire. This song was inspired by a series of events in Olivia Lunny’s life. She moved to the west coast and was faced with her own struggles of missing family and the chaos of long distance relationships. She had to find the right time to call her dad while he was in India, and they were juggling timezones on opposite sides of the world. “TIMEZONE” is an upbeat, head-banging bop that has a deep message we all can relate to. It is unapologetic, carefree, and as Olivia says, “makes me want to drive along the ocean with the windows down!” The music video, directed by Sam Leviton and produced by Jack Birchler, perfectly encapsulates the themes and vibe of the song. Give it a watch for 3 minutes and 8 seconds of escapism, intimacy, and a visual, cinematic masterpiece. Olivia Lunny is an undeniable pop powerhouse. This Canadian singer/songwriter continues to deliver a dynamic breed of alt-pop full of emotional depth that is instantly infectious within first listen. She picked up a guitar at age 12 and wrote her first song, soon ascending to national fame earning a Western Canadian Music Award nomination for Pop Artist of the Year at the ripe age of 17. Olivia then scored a Top 40 hit with her 2019 single, “I Got You.” After releasing her debut EP, To The Ones I Loved, Olivia Lunny became one to watch out for. She has continued to drop songs with entrancing vocals and lyrics that resonate, and she has worked with some of the biggest artists in the business, including Megan Thee Stallion, Lil Yachty, and Bhad Bhabie. Olivia has garnered more than 15 million global streams and has gained support from the most prestigious in media. We can’t wait to see what she does next, and we know she’ll be on repeat in each and every timezone! Written By Grace Chapman FOLLOW OLIVIA LUNNY:

Finding the will to go on can feel impossible. It may feel like it's easier to give up, that the darkness is all there ever will be. For MORGXN, giving up isn’t an option. Life has its ups and downs but hope is what keeps us from falling apart. Without hope what would be left? MORGXN’s track, Beacon, acknowledges the pain of life and gives hope to those feeling it. beacon will help to find even the smallest bit of light at the end of the tunnel. Once that light is found it all seems like the hard times were worth the battle. MORGXN’s beacon is a radiant track filled to the brim with light and hope. MORGXN wants to be a beacon for his fans. He knows life can be hard and so many people struggle to find hope. MORGXN is making space for those who need it to find the light and fight their way out of the darkness. Beacon is the anthem for those struggling. He wrote the track to remind his fans that though the waters may be rough there's always a lighthouse to find your way. The track features optimistic lyrics with vocal layering that simulates the fullness of a church choir. The instrumental adds an even more uplifting aspect to this song as it builds on the brightness of the vocals with jubilant bass and piano. There is no way to feel upset while listening to this song. It fills your soul with power. MORGXN won’t let a single person feel low and this track is proof of that fact. MORGXN is a Nashville-born singer/songwriter who carries his heart on his sleeve. Each track is a reflection of his emotions in the rawest and most relatable way. This rawness is what has drawn so many people into MORGXN’s music. He has gained a massive following with his deeply personal yet energetic music. MORGXN began his music career sticking with a more energetic sound. Playing with the soundscapes of genres like RnB and Electronic before landing on the sweet spot of Alt-pop. He has been making waves for years and doesn’t seem to be stopping anytime soon. Written By Kaiana Lee FOLLOW MORGXN:

Violet Young has made an impressive debut in the pop world with her new single, "16." The track is the first of a four-song collaboration between New York-based producers and writers Jackson Hoffman, Ryder Stuart, and Julia Brex, with actor and singer-songwriter, Violet Young. "16" is an ode to coming-of-age with a tasteful balance of sounding both modern and timeless. The fresh single is perfect for anyone going through the teenage experience or for those feeling nostalgic for their teenage years. "16" is a happy breath of fresh air for anyone looking to refresh their playlists. "16" starts off with a dreamy synth-laden soundscape reminiscent of some Blossoms tracks. Soon, Violet Young's unique vocals fill the space and are supported by energetic pop beats and guitar strums. Her voice soars once we arrive at the chorus, delivering melodies that will linger in your mind long after you're finished listening. Young's powerful vocals combined with the ethereal synth sounds create a sound similar to something between Ann Marr's "Bullet" and Maggie Rogers' "Light On." The track is a must-listen for any pop enthusiast or those wishing to fill their ears with a pleasant nostalgia. Violet Young is an actress and singer-songwriter making her debut in the music industry. She is known for her work in Hulu's Life & Beth as young Amy Schumer (young Beth). Young has also made appearances on NBC's Chicago P.D. and National Geographic's Genius: Picasso. She has done sketches on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and SNL with Andy Samberg. Young has performed at Live at the Apollo and has sang the National Anthem as soloist at the 2019 U.S. Open. Launching her music career with "16," Young is expected to release an EP soon. After such a brilliant debut, Violet Young's upcoming EP is something we can all look forward to! Written By Cheyenne Johnson FOLLOW VIOLET YOUNG:

Nobody can be one hundred percent positive all the time. Especially when it feels like the world is spinning at a pace too fast and you cannot catch a break. In these instances, it’s common to feel like you’re being screwed over a little bit. That’s where the inspiration for Trubbleboy’s single “Screwed” comes from. In this reborn take on the established song, Trubbleboy got the concept from an originally lighthearted idea, and it turned into their take on the world. We all live life on a monotonous loop, and with this song, Trubbleboy hopes to not only raise awareness to the cycle, but start to pull people out of it. Doing the same thing day in and day out can be exhausting; it can feel refreshing to take a new perspective. We are carried into this song with an echoey beat that cascades into an upbeat pop tune while maintaining the same echo. This beat quiets down to give the lyrics center stage, and then begins to pick up again at the chorus. The chorus is extremely catchy and the way I see it, the pinnacle of everything that makes the pop genre. It is upbeat, the lyrics are easy to follow, and the instruments have taken more of the spotlight. At the start of the second genre, the musical aspect of the song once again quiets down to give Trubbleboy and their words the floor. That aspect of this song is intensified with the bridge where they specify that “maybe I need something I never had,” which is a key message of the song. Everything worked together to create a wonderful song worth listening to. Trubbleboy, a name gotten from the Trouble Cloud he would frequently doodle in notebooks throughout high school, grew up admiring artists like Dave Grohl, a man of many talents, My Chemical Romance, Smashing Pumpkins, and the 1975. There are heavy rock and punk influences in his music. At just eleven years old, he picked up a guitar for the first time after watching a video of Jimi Hendrix. His love for guitar grew into a perfection of craft in bass, drums, and piano as well. He could have made up an entire band. After trying to join a few bands, he decided to stay as a solo act and began to search out local gigs and odd jobs in lieu of attending a university. In 2022, Trubbleboy was signed to Bright Antenna Records, which has been amazing for his career so far. Written By Molly Schiff FOLLOW TRUBBLEBOY: