Photo Credit: Mckenzie Comer Do you ever feel a little stir-crazy when you haven't left the house in a while? During the pandemic, this feeling was universal and the vocalist, Taylor Roche, explores it beautifully in his new indie pop track. The single describes being tired of the same mundane daily life of the quarantine and wanting the freedom of finally being able to leave the house and go anywhere. The lyrics detail how any place would be better than staying at home, which was a relatable sentiment at the end of quarantine. The feeling of wanting to be released from the shackles that keep the singer home is complemented by the catchy and chill pop melody. The song begins with relaxed guitars and gorgeous synths. Roche's smooth voice soon joins the instrumental as he sings about the highs and lows of being stuck at home. As the chorus starts, the musician is joined by layered and stunningly harmonized vocals as the melody quickens. The bridge becomes a stand-out moment with the layers of vocals that are passionately harmonized together to sing, “Oh”. The instrumental as the singer repeats that “oh” is amazing and has a loose new wave vibe. The track finishes as Roche reiterates wanting to be anywhere and being lost with his newfound freedom. Overall, this is a relatable hit with great lyricism and a phenomenal melody. Taylor Roche is a singer/songwriter from Auckland New Zealand. He is inspired by his favorite artists such as Troy Sivan, Bazzi, and Jeremy Zucker. The songwriter released his debut single titled, “This Love Song”. Since his first song, he has released multiple fun indie tracks. This musician has gained a large following since his debut. The singer has over 83K followers on TikTok through his funny and musical short videos, being titled, “3rd Most Viewed NZ Artist” on TikTok. Roche has gained this huge audience in less than a year, which has helped him connect with over 12,000 monthly listeners on Spotify as an indie artist. Written By Stephanie Berning FOLLOW TAYLOR ROCHE: *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

Photo Credit: Anna Azarov Recovering from and accepting the loss of someone you love takes immense strength and continual work. Gal Musette’s new single, “Moment” conveys this idea of colossal devastation and loss. The track is an indie-pop blend, featuring exquisite vocals and exceptionally crafted lyrics. Lines such as, “Summon every chance I missed, relive every single kiss” express the inner battle of facing the reality that someone can be here one moment and gone the next, with no warning and no opportunity for an adequate goodbye. The foundations of “Moment” were established over seven years ago, written down by Gal and lost to time, later rediscovered and used as a tool to work through her grief. “Moment” touches on themes of regret, memory, mourning, time and love. Gal Musette’s stunning work as a lyricist, hypnotic vocals and overall passion as an artist set her apart as a unique musician with endless potential for music creation and inspirational storytelling. “Moment” is a whimsical and heartbreaking track that features piano, bass, drums, synths and airy vocals to create a dreamy and unique sound. The song is a delightful blend of the indie, folk and pop genres. Gal’s mesmerizing vocals are layered and distorted at times, creating beautiful harmonies and underlaid vocalizations. The addition of steady bass and drum rhythms provide a creative contrast to the emotionally packed lyricism. Gal’s poignant and cathartic lyrics express her battle and eventual acceptance of a devastating loss in her life. “Moment” is an honest and heartfelt expression of emotion and healing that many listeners will resonate with. Despite the immense pain communicated through the track, Gal’s soothing voice comforts audiences and provides an overwhelming sense of calm and peace. The moving instrumentation, postproduction editing, lovely vocals and meaningful lyricism make “Moment” a musical experience that truly feels like taking a long-awaited breath after feeling suffocated by heavy emotion and hardship. Based in Southern California, Gal Musette is a talented singer-songwriter and pianist. Her unique sound combines elements of French, indie and folk flare with stunning classical and modern instrumentation. In October 2021 Gal released her debut album, “Backwards Lullaby” which features 11 beautiful tracks, most notably, “Honeymoon”, “Maybe Some Sleep” and “Julia” which alone has garnered over 46k streams on Spotify. In 2022, Gal partnered with Via Mardot, a composer and recording artist from Detroit, to reimagine three songs from her debut album. In October 2022, she released her single, “Je vois le ciel” an ethereal French song which received an accompanying music video with breathtaking videography. On Gal’s YouTube channel, fans can find live performances, lyric videos, song covers and official music videos. Some of her most successful music videos include “Summertime”, “Julia”, and “Cotton Candy Love” which has accumulated over 28k views. In February 2023, Gal released “Plateau” the first single off her upcoming record. Gal Musette is serving up incredible singles such as, “Moment” and “Plateau”, leaving us on the edge of our seat in anticipation of the rest of her upcoming album, “Pendulum” which is sure to be a phenomenal listen. Written By Julia Hooper FOLLOW GAL MUSETTE:

Yoyo Nagase has struck us with his super catchy new single “I Hate my Roommate”. At first this song seems like it might really be hating on his roommate but if you keep listing there is more to it than that. Yoyo wrote this song to look at things from a new perspective. He wanted to see if he could write something about hating his roommate even though he does really enjoy being around him. He writes from the heart sharing real and exaggerated experiences with his fans. In “I Hate my Roommate” Yoyo Nagase keeps us on the edge by providing examples of how his roommate is just too perfect. While this upbeat song allows for us to think about how lucky he is to have a good roommate but also, within his lyrics some can relate, having roommates and constantly comparing ourselves to them. This song has a great upbeat spunk. It starts out with a mellow pop beat and begins to build on itself throughout the song. Yoyo keeps engaged with this catchy and fun melody. As we begin to reach the end of the song we hear a more mellow side of his voice, which creates great contrast within the song. Allowing for us to recenter ourselves within his voice. Yoyo is able to pull us back into the beat. The song ends abruptly, but makes you want to hit the rewind button and listen again and again! This song makes you want to dance along with each line, you will find yourself snapping along by the end of this captivating song! Yoyo Nagase is a talented singer and songwriter who was born and raised in Seattle. Yoyo has learned a lot from music and really works towards creating an authentic sound. He writes about things that matter most to him, allowing his inspirations to shine though in his music. His newest single “I Hate My Roommate” is only one of his incredible tracks out now. Yoyo promotes real feelings and good vibes in his music and we can’t wait to see everything else Yoyo will bring to the table in the upcoming months. Definitely make sure to follow him below and stay up to date with all things Yoyo Nagase! Written By Cate Schnoebelen FOLLOW YOYO NAGASE: *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

VIVIAN’s latest single is an outstanding masterpiece that beautifully conveys a cinematic story of love, heartbreak, and melancholic nostalgia. The song consists of deeply vulnerable lyrics that transports the listener into this woeful film. These lyrics are not structured like a typical song, with two verses, a single bridge, and several choruses in between. Instead, the entire song reads like a poetic novel, not one line being repeated, allowing VIVIAN to get every single one of her thoughts and feelings out in the open. She tells this narrative of her broken heart and severe regret. The song opens with her revealing exactly how the relationship ended. She sings, “I’ve thought about you ever since I left you like an idiot// Thought I’d find some college kid// You’re all I’ve wanted// Taste like freedom and heresy// Closest I got to heaven// I couldn’t understand it// So I ran, ran, ran.” She wears her heart out on her sleeve as she admits her guilt for leaving this person. She was scared of the future, so she fled, only to reach this moment in time where she is yearning for the past. Throughout the track, VIVIAN drops profound lines that further highlight her remarkable songwriting skills, such as, “Don’t even know if I like you, or just wanna be you,” and “And you go perfectly with asthma and cigarettes.” These lines show that she is not an average songwriter, but that she is a cut above the rest by creating phenomenal lyrics which demonstrate that she is a natural poet. These lines show that she is at odds with her own thoughts, questioning if she truly misses her former partner, or if she just misses the idea of them. She is unsure if they were actually good for her or if they were truly not what she wanted nor what she needed. She continues with this internal monologue reflecting on the past, before concluding the song flawlessly. At the end of the track, VIVIAN sings, “I finally threw away your shirt and your beanie// It only took a few years// I don’t even think you’ll hear// I don’t even think you’ll hear.” She confesses that she has officially decided to move on by getting rid of the things they left behind. Perhaps this last line is the saddest one found in the entire track. She spent the entire song divulging her candid emotions and finally found the courage to let go, yet she doubts her former partner will acknowledge any of it, let alone even care. VIVIAN inserts vivid details into “I know you know”, providing a deeper insight on the inner workings of her mind and the emotions that come with it, resulting in a movie-like narrative. “I know you know” is the start of something new and magical for VIVIAN. It is the first song that she has ever co-produced, and it has forever altered the way she approaches her creative process. She initially crafted the song—lyrics and production—alone. She then brought it to her co-producer, Gregory Scott, who breathed new life into the track. Additionally, VIVIAN has revealed that her vocals were recorded in only one take, exemplifying her innate talent. The song begins with a high synth melody that slowly builds, before abruptly being cut off. The production is replaced by the steady bass that is quickly met by VIVIAN’s compelling vocals. Subtle synth waves and delicate chimes are heard in the background, providing an ethereal ambiance to the song. Throughout the track, VIVIAN periodically harmonizes with herself, further enhancing this angelic atmosphere. As the song progresses, the dreamy soundscape increases as additional keyboard sound effects are introduced. The production slowly progresses over the course of the track—so subtly that the listener may not even notice until they inevitably hit replay. Then in the last four lines, the production slows down for the climatic finale before the track fades away, like the love the two characters once had. In the background, VIVIAN is heard singing the harmony with alternate lyrics that further exemplify this critical heartbreak. “I know you know” is the perfect alternative pop song that was made to blasted while driving around on late-night roads, with the synth bass reverberating through the speakers. Vivian Paige Luther, best known as VIVIAN, is a pop singer, songwriter, and producer from Phoenix, Arizona, now based in Los Angeles. In May 2020, she made her debut with her first single, “Intimate”. She has released several singles since then, marking “I know you know” as her sixth single. VIVIAN is not only a songwriter for herself, but for other artists as well. She has worked with artists from London, Germany, and all across the United States. In addition to her artistry, VIVIAN is also a stylist, offering her services to help clients find the perfect wardrobe for their upcoming projects and photoshoots. VIVIAN is a triple-threat in her own right, and is ready to take over the entertainment industry. Written By Karlee Skipper FOLLOW VIVIAN:

This song has gotten me into some SERIOUS trouble. Listening to it on repeat has given me the guts to do things I normally wouldn’t do. Point in case, I’m seeing an ER doctor and a pilot in my spare time. I’m overworked and tired – I don’t have the time to be in a committed relationship, but I have just enough energy for a little fun. I had told both that I wanted to go on a trip. Both were too busy. Here’s where the guts kicked in and I made a grave mistake. I told them when and where I planned on vacationing, and that I would be enjoying myself with their company or without it. Well, both magically found the time in their schedules and will be accompanying me… they don't know about each other. So, I’m in quite a dilemma. It's pretty evident that Pacifica’s “With Or Without You” has given me a major case of main character syndrome, and I’m sure it’ll do the same for you. “With Or Without You” is a rock anthem that embraces the sentiment of being hot and completely unbothered. There’s a certain power and sex appeal that comes from having boundaries and knowing your worth – it makes a person very desired by others. The single opens with instrumentals that immediately draw a listener’s attention and curiosity. The drums lay down a catchy rhythm while the strings give us a little taste of the riffs to be expected throughout the song. The pre-chorus amps up the notion of being unbothered: “I can’t bother reaching out / I don’t remember lying / I won't bother saving face / I don’t remember trying”. The core of being unbothered is understanding that the only input that’s needed is yours. Damn whatever critics have to say regarding how you carry yourself and the decisions you make. This becomes abundantly clear in one of the most captivating and memorable choruses I’ve ever heard: “There’s a place I wanna go / And there’s a place I wanna be at / With or without you”. It’s a straight to the point message; I’m intent on going wherever I want regardless of the presence or absence of your company. It’s the gut punch wake-up call for hot girls to do as they please because we are always at our most attractive when we live for ourselves. But if that doesn’t convince you, maybe the sick stringed solo at the song’s end will. Pacifica is an Argentina-based rock duo that consists of Inés Adam and Martina Nintzel. The group got their start by playing covers of songs from beloved indie-rock bands such as The Strokes, Artic Monkeys, and The Virgins. They would then upload them on the internet for others to enjoy. This built up their loyal fanbase while the duo cultivated their sound to transcend the influences of the rock personalities they initially covered. Now, the artists are getting ready to release their debut LP of original tracks, where “With Or Without You” is featured as the first single. “With Or Without You” also doubles as the duo’s debut single, and its music video premiered today, too! With fans growing anticipation around more releases, there’s no doubt in my mind that we’re witnessing the rise of another rock legend. If you loved rocking out with Pacifica as much as I have, show them some virtual love in the form of streams, likes, and follows. Written by Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW PACIFICA:

Souvenir drops chilling new track, “Karma,” in ode to the people who have made him feel worthless in his journey of finding himself. No matter what stage of life you’re in, there will be naysayers and doubters. People who take pleasure in the demise of another are a dime a dozen, and “Karma” is the ultimate rebuttal to the bystanders who have to tear others down to make themselves feel good. It’s hard enough to hold your head high and exude confidence in a society that celebrates misfortune, and it only gets harder when you realize even the people closest to you can cross their fingers and wish for the ship to sink. Souvenir faces the cynics head on with chilling lines like, “Karma’s not your friend, and neither am I.” Being a kind, loving, encouraging person seems simple enough, but good people can seem few and far between. The people who take advantage of others, wish harm on people trying their best, and people who cheat life can seem like they’re winning in the moment… but Karma is real. She always keeps receipts, and she comes back around twice as hard. Even on your worst days, if you treat others with empathy and compassion, you are winning. There’s a reason for that old saying about Karma… so be the best person you can be to others, wish them well, help as often as you can, understand when someone needs a helping hand, and Karma will take care of you tenfold, and in due time, the ones who don’t will have another thing coming. Souvenir created an emotional track about what goes around coming around. He took the reins of his bitter sadness and contrasted that with a high octave vocal in the second chorus. His feelings are palpable through his lyrics. Souvenir and his co-writer, FLORIO, made an empowering record that walks the fine line between being hurt and liberated. The sense of freedom and turning your bitterness into power is captured in the big cathartic vocal chorus. Souvenir seamlessly blends classic 80s synth pop with modern melodies and influential lyrics, but with “Karma” he wanted to go even deeper and express himself through a new mentality of wounded but fighting every day to heal. “Karma” is an inspirational song that makes you want to get up, get loud, and let the universe get even. Brooklyn-based pop artist, Souvenir, has been writing and singing songs since he could speak. Souvenir, also known as Michael Fenuccio, spent his youth taking voice and instrument lessons, and he was always doing musical theatre growing up. His constant hard-work and endless support from his family lends to his incredible talent and dedication to his craft. After joining a pop music songwriting program in college, Souvenir had finally honed in on his voice, and he began to set his path to success. Souvenir uses his music to express himself and let others know they are not alone; “Karma” pushes Souvenir’s emotive brand of queer synth pop into an exciting, new, confident territory, and he is only just beginning! Written By Grace Chapman FOLLOW SOUVENIR:

Heartbreak, It's an unpleasant, inescapable sensation that every human will go through at least once in their lifetime. Especially if your spouse was never there for you during your relationship, it can be the worst feeling. "If I Knew How to Breathe," the latest song from Adeline V. Lopez's EP "Feel Too Much," addresses her emotions and experience head-on. This heartbreaking tune is a combination of pop and folk that characterizes her special brand of pop called Heartbreak Pop. Any listener will feel calm because of Adeline's gentle, calming voice. Her singing voice blends seamlessly with the piano, guitar, and drums in the instrumental mix. The song's build-up at the conclusion adds some urgency in contrast to the softly spoken vocals. The verses to the song, "You only love me when I'm broken all the time," describe how her lover only showed her the kind of love and care she gave in the connection—he only did it when he felt like it was warranted. This is one song that is highly recommended to make listeners shed a tear. The words and instrumentals for "If I knew how to Breathe" have unquestionably been created with a great deal of thought, attention, and work. The incorporation of overdubbing blends beautifully with the soft-spoken vocals. The guitar provides the framework of the song with the piano's mellow high notes. Even though there are only a few instruments, the vocals are excellent and carry the song along perfectly. The music is brought to a crescendo near the conclusion when the bass drum is introduced, and the softly spoken lines that close the song bring it all together. The instrumentals, although not rough and intense, nicely complement the lyrics, which are full of unfiltered emotions. An up-and-coming musician from New York City is known as Adeline V. Lopez. Her music is "heartbreak pop," a blend of pop and folk with inspiration from both established artists like Taylor Swift and Gracie Abrams and up-and-coming artists like Joan Jett and Billy Joel. Adeline penned the songs in Feel Too Much after the Lockdown.” I'm really proud of this EP, says Adeline. Each of these songs helped me get through a different situation, and completing them was a journey to a better place. I'm very eager to present the music and perform it live with the band at Groove”. The explosive blend of Adeline's music guarantees that everyone who hears it will find something they love. Written By ShatteredSoul FOLLOW ADELINE V LOPEZ:

A relationship that has been able to maintain that new-love high for so long is rare to come by. It’s the kind of love that makes anyone feel like a young giggly teen. These relationships may make us seem ridiculous at how obsessed and in love we are, but it’s all worth it, in the end, to be with that specific person. This is what artist, J0VANNA, sings about in her latest single, “Stupid Face.” The pop track is a fun and bubbly tune that discusses a relationship that has been in such a good place since it began. It’s about the joys of a relationship and how the speaker depends on love to bring her joy on a daily basis. The song is a lighthearted love letter and it’s a fun track to play in the car as you think about that special someone. What’s nice about the song is that it keeps the production simple, and this allows for J0VANNA’s voice to shine. Her singing comes in strong, and it really keeps the song alive. There’s a line during the pre-chorus about staying in the honeymoon stage with nothing changing, and it perfectly represents what the song is painting. There’s a comedic factor in the way J0VANNA refers to her partner’s “stupid face.” It adds to that feeling of being in a relationship that is so sweet, it makes you feel young and childish. The wording “stupid face” feels like a perfect fit for the chorus and title of the song. The post-chorus consists of some nice harmonies that allow for J0VANNA to have fun with her voice and show it off. Additionally, the chorus of the song shows off more of that hopeless devotion the speaker has for their partner. During the bridge, we get to hear more of the power in J0VANNA’s voice and it shows off the power and talent she brings to the game. “Stupid Face” serves as a fun love song that shows off the joys of being in a healthy relationship that has been able to maintain the love bug symptoms since the first bite. J0VANNA is a young artist originally from Miami, Florida, and is currently a student at Berklee College of Music. She’s had a passion for music since she was a young girl and it’s a passion that has carried on in her life. With a love for songwriting and three singles already out, it’s clear that J0VANNA is beginning to find her style as she keeps working on her craft. Her style now consists of elements of retro pop and R&B, while also providing captivating vocal performances. J0VANNA’s talent truly shines through, and it’s a talent that will allow her to grow as an artist. “Stupid Face” is the new pop track to stream and save and J0VANNA is the next artist to check out. Written By Chantal Charles FOLLOW J0VANNA: *Sponsored Post - Discovered on Musosoup. A contribution was made to help create this article. #SustainableCurator

Congratulations on the release of "C67-C2RS" ! What was the inspiration behind stylizing the title this way? Ashley: For those who haven’t figured it out yet the title C67-C2RZ is pronounced as cop cars! I didn’t want the song to just say cop cars, it felt too boring for me. At one point I was going to name it Reckless because essentially the song is about being a reckless driver, but I didn’t think that was a good fit either. I then decided to look at a telephone keypad, match the numbers that are above the letters to spell out cop cars, and created a license plate formatted title! If you take a look at your phone keypad right now you’ll see that 6 on the keypad has the letter “O”, 7 has the letter “P”, 2 has the letter “A”, add a couple of “C’s” and a “Z” poof, C67-C2RZ is born. If this song had a music video, what would you want it to look like? Ashley: When I hear this song my mind immediately pictures a beach party with the sun slowly setting in the background and towards the end a high-speed chase of some sort needs to occur. I feel like that has to close out the video. What is your favorite thing about songwriting? Ashley: I’ll be honest, right now I’m at the stage in songwriting where I’m still figuring out the fundamentals. C67-C2RZ is the first song I’ve for the most part fully written from start to finish and I’m always congratulating myself for this song because writing has always been a struggle. One of the biggest strengths I’ve been noticing as of late though is how I’m able to write a catchy hook; the hook is probably the first thing I write and then I work my way around the rest of the song. However, If all I’m able to write is a hook, I’m going to reach out to a writer who is able to listen to that hook and write verses to it or take ideas I have and be able to shape them into lyrics. Sometimes I’ll even ask my friends to try and write a verse for me and I learn from their approach. You are currently studying at the Roc Nation School at Long Island University. Can you talk a bit about the skills you've learned there and how they've influenced you as a musician? Ashley: I think one of the best things I’ve ever been taught at this school is how to build a relationship with somebody. In the music industry, it’s all about having a good relationship with the people that can help you lead to bigger opportunities and connections and you do the same for them. I’ve met so many artists, producers, songwriters, engineers, creative directors, you name it and everyone I’ve talked with always has something to offer to the table that can be very beneficial down the line. The relationships I’ve built with these people allow the floor to be open for collaboration, opportunity, and it makes me happy to know that outside of being creative and working that these people are my friends, and these friendships I’ll cherish for my whole life. What is something you want those listening to C67-C2RZ to know about the song? Ashley: I didn’t think this song was going to be about being a reckless driver getting chased by police. When I started writing, the "oooo wooo oooo" part in the beginning that introduces the song was only supposed to be in the beginning as a cute little attention grabber and that's it. However, as I kept writing I asked one of my friends to write with me and they wrote the line “open window, satisfied, driving all through the night,” which then made me realize the opening line sounded like a cop car siren and I wrote the chorus from there and just kept going. What can listeners expect to hear from you this year? Ashley: Over the past few months I’ve been back and fourth between writing and recording songs for my debut EP. I’d keep your eyes peeled for some dates in the summer, just saying (; Interviewed By Tessa Brainard FOLLOW ASHLEY BARKSDALE:

Sometimes when we’re in a bad place in our minds, if you're in a relationship it can cause tension between you and your partner, even if it's not their fault why you're struggling. We may not realize it, but it can slowly affect the other person and cause a divide. They try to help us, but we don’t always notice their caring actions towards us. Tomsy’s single “Angel” comes from the perspective of someone who is not in the right mind set, ultimately hurting their romantic relationship. We become the "bad" partner because of something difficult that we’re going through within ourselves. The other person can start to feel overwhelmed by these negative emotions, and the relationship can go downhill. Sometimes we might not even realize it, and they start drifting away. The intro has a slightly eerie ambience paired with Tomsy’s raw and clear vocals. The lyrics are prominent through his tone of voice, making the listener sympathize with the emotions he brings out. His vulnerability is recognized through his honest lyrics that captivate the sentimental but catchy melody. The soundscape has an electro-pop influenced beat that is subtly contrasted with the heartfelt emotion and overall atmosphere. The track’s pre-chorus enhances the chorus remarkably with the usage of a percussion-based beat and altered tone that amplifies the tune. His vocals lead the tempo, which creates a diverse listen and accentuates the song’s mood through each structured section. The ending has an instrumental sound with the last, authentic lines of, “All that you have is someone I’m not” with the same modified tone and percussion-based beat. Tomsy, also known as Tom McGeoch, is an artist from Columbus, Ohio. He began playing the drums in a pop punk band at the age of 11. After graduating from Berklee College of Music, he moved to LA to pursue his music career as a creative artist. Tomsy wants to create music for the world after supporting many artists and bands through drumming, songwriting, and producing. He’s a multi-instrumentalist who conveyed his observations about people and life through songwriting and poetry. Some of his musical influences are The Story So Far, The Weeknd, and James Black; he enjoys authentic, emotional, and real of music. He fully immerses himself as an artist and wishes to unite people with his music. Tomsy is an artist worth checking out! Written By Lyndsey Cheng FOLLOW TOMSY:

Most of us have gone through a tough breakup at least once in our lives. But a breakup where the other person seems to be doing better than you afterwards is even harder because you see them moving on while you’re still stuck in the past—or at least slowly trying to get over it. You thought they’d be struggling too because of the love you used to have for each other, but it’s the complete opposite—they’re doing just fine. Luci’s song, “y am i not okay” from her upcoming album, is about going through a blindsided breakup and how devastating it can be. It’s heartbreaking when they say that they won’t find anyone like you or wouldn’t want to be in another relationship, but then they go ahead and find someone else like it was nothing. You’d feel betrayed and lied to because they’re going against their words. You’re stuck there wondering if they ever loved you or meant anything they said. How are they doing okay, but you aren’t? The intro of “y am i not okay” has an ambiguous ambience with echoes, ad-libs, and minor piano chords, creating a wandering and dreamy effect. Luci’s angelic vocals get introduced slowly, giving off a mysterious soundscape that draws you in, Her high, breathy voice perfectly accentuates the lyrics, showcasing a sense of raw emotion through each line. The consistency of her tone creates a sympathetic impact on the listener about feeling heartbroken after a breakup. The electro-pop soundscape is subtly contrasted by her deep, emotional lyrics that enhance the overall message. The instrumentation is minimal, which helps us focus on the lyrics; the tempo is medium-paced with an upbeat rhythm, slightly highlighting a trap-inspired beat. The bridge of the track has a sentimental feeling through the lyrics paired with a dreamy but slightly eerie ambience in the background that leads to the last chorus bit with the same medium-paced tempo. Luci is a queer singer/songwriter, producer, and performer that wants to shape the world in a better way. She first found her passion in music as an electronic music producer. She explored her artistic capabilities and dug into singing and songwriting, expanding her artistry of EDM and exploring the world of pop and performance. Her music has improved and has become more ambitious than before which is a new, captivating era for people. While still keeping her musical past, dance and alt-pop music heavily influence her sound. She has over 200K monthly Spotify listeners with over 36K followers. Her diverse music shows her ability to produce different sounds for people to enjoy. Make sure to check Luci out! Written By Lyndsey Cheng FOLLOW LUCI:

True love is exactly like a glass of cool lemonade on an excruciatingly hot day: it will be perfect no matter how hot the conditions are. This is the kind of easy, sweet love that Sarah Wickett is singing about in her newest single “Lemonade.” A pioneer of the Desi Pop-Country music genre, Sarah Wickett sets out to make art that brings people together in the face of a world as polarizing as the one we exist in today. With the release of her new single, she is doing just that. There is a center-stage presence of both Pop-Country and Desi music overtones working hand in hand to create a beautiful and catchy song. The perfect tune to cool you down when you need a refreshing break. The song opens with a familiar country beat cascading into the first verse, where Sarah begins to sing about the easy love that’s always a go-to for her. One can hear the banjo very clearly throughout this part of the song. She keeps it very light and flowy as we are brought into the chorus, where a distinct beat is brought in on top of the Banjo rhythm we have now grown to love. If you listen closely, you’ll hear a distinct beat brought on by two hand drums. This instrument is called a Tabla, and it is an instrument originating in late eighteenth-century India. By using the banjo and tabla together, Sarah is fusing two very distinct music genres into one, doing exactly what she set out to do. In the bridge, Sarah’s vocal range is shown through the notes she is able to hit. The song then jumps right back into showcasing the beautiful blend of Banjo and Tabla, proving that two very different sounds can be put together in the perfect mix, just like her glass of lemonade. Originally from Beaverton, Ontario, Sarah has always had a love for music that runs deep. For as long as she can remember, she’s been inspired by Shania Twain. She was a natural singer and songwriter, but it was Shania Twain’s influence that really gave her the push to jump-start her career. Thus, she moved to Toronto and continued to pursue her dreams. After her move, Sarah began headlining big-name artists such as Wes Mack across Toronto. She was invited to perform at the Canadian Country Music Awards, not only being recognized for her undeniable talent but for her ability to push the bounds. The special thing about Sarah’s music is that it also emulates her appreciation for Punjabi culture. She began to educate herself on the musical aspects of this culture and has since released a lot of music with Desi Pop fusions. Her breadth as an artist extends all around the world, with over 1.5 million streams and 14 million views on TikTok. Written By Molly Schiff FOLLOW SARAH: