Photo Credits: Devan Narsai Congratulations on the release of "Night Drive"! What was your favorite part about creating this song? Rita Mae: Thank you so much! This song was written when I was going through a tough time, and writing the song was the first thing that gave me some relief. It felt so good to put the feeling into words, even though my situation hadn’t changed. Articulating how I felt into a song that I loved felt like a superpower. It got me through. This song is about those terrible, heartache-inducing situationships a lot of young people find themselves in. What advice would you give someone who is in the middle of one at the moment? Rita Mae: Oh god, I wish I had good advice for this. Not to encourage bad decision-making, but I do believe there’s some element of needing to go through things to truly learn. Like, everyone in my life could see a million red flags in the situation I was in at the time, and some people were even actively telling me to get out. But I was too deep in it, and I think part of me just needed to really fuck up and feel the consequences to learn. Now I think (I hope) I would do things really differently because going through that taught me something about what I want and what I know I deserve, which is a lot more. What is something you learned during the process of creating this song and how will you use it in the future? Rita Mae: I learned that collaboration can be magical! Before this song I’d never fully written in the studio with a producer- I was always quite cagey and protective over my writing. This was the first time I really let a producer (my bestie rede) in on the process, and it felt so cool to feel that we were creating something special together. I have learned that music is really something I want to share, rather than doing it all myself. I plan to continue to collaborate as much as I can. You held a release show for "Night Drive" at Whammy Backroom in Auckland, New Zealand and it was your first headlining show! Do you have any fun stories or favorite memories you can share from that event? Rita Mae: I did! God, it was such a great night. It was my first headline but it didn’t feel intimidating at all. I was in a room filled with my friends, everyone was really into it and made me feel so at home on stage. The best bit was that the whole room was singing all the lyrics to my songs- I’ve never really experienced that before. It was a pretty unbelievable feeling. Photo Credits: Devan Narsai Who are your biggest musical inspirations? Rita Mae: My all-time biggest inspirations would have to be Taylor Swift and Radiohead. I’m always getting inspired by different artists, but those two are the thread that has consistently influenced my music since I discovered them in primary school. I feel like even though they are such different artists, the melodic and lyrical habits totally informed the way I learned to write songs, and continue to inspire me now. What can listeners look forward to from you in the future? Rita Mae: I’m releasing another single and an EP very soon- before the middle of the year! If you’re based in NZ you can come see me play opening for Gin Wigmore and BROODS on their NZ tours. Interviewed By Tessa Brainard FOLLOW RITA MAE:

It’s very common to regret your irrational thoughts and actions after a situation goes down, especially if it’s with somebody you are dating. In this apology to her ex, Tiri assures her listeners that despite everything that happened, as the song title goes, “Love Won’t Die.” Her debut single features a steady electro-pop beat throughout the entire song, with heartfelt lyrics that will be sure to make you feel somewhat sentimental about a situation you wish had gone differently. Tiri’s first song is unforgettable: the perfect combination of well-thought-out lyrics and an upbeat musical backing. You are bound to listen repeatedly because of how catchy it is. The song opens up with the light strumming of an instrument that immediately goes to the background when Tiri begins to sing out apologies to her ex. As the first verse continues on, her voice is layered beautifully in harmonies as she continues to sing her piece. She lays it all out on the line, admitting to overthinking and setting up for her apology. With the introduction of the chorus, the electro-pop beat in the background remains as strong as ever while Tiri’s vocal range and longevity is shown off in the repetition of the words “Love Won’t Die.” Repetition of the chorus at the end of her song really drives her point home: despite all that’s happened, the beauty in life will take over and love will prevail. Tiri grew up in Oslo, Norway, where she has been pursuing songwriting ever since she was fifteen years old. Growing up in a musical household made her goals and ambitions natural; something that was a part of her from a young age. Music quickly became a safe place for Tiri to overthink and process all of her feelings in her own time. She writes what she feels, creating music to comfort those with feelings resonating with hers. With the warm vibe her lyrics give off, it’s easy to find some commonality in them. In 2019, Tiri began working with KWIL, a producer & songwriter based in Nashville. The partnership is still going strong to this day, and we are excited to see Tiri’s career continue to grow. Written By Molly Schiff FOLLOW TIRI:

Being in love is an amazing feeling. Having that emotion for someone and them reciprocating it is a beautiful thing. “Love High” by Coely is a song about that affection towards your lover. The bond between the both of you is so strong and creates a sensation that most people crave. It makes you feel like you two are the only ones in the whole world. They’re the only ones you see in a room full of people. You want to be by their side through everything because of how important they are to you. No one is able to break you apart because of what you have with each other. The vibe of “Love High” has a pop and R&B feel. Coely has passion while singing about her significant other. She captures the meaning perfectly because of how powerful and emotional her vocals are. She has control in her voice which is captivating to the ears and will make you want to sing along. The upbeat tempo creates a warm experience about being infatuated towards someone tied together with meaningful lyrics which can make the listener feel smitten. The beat matches the energy of Coely’s tone when singing; it shows how slightly contrasted they are to create a balance and form a tuneful melody. Towards the end of the song, there are ad libs to enrich the music. It enhances the instrumental to make you move your body with its catchiness soundscape. Coely is a singer/songwriter and a hip-hop icon. Her music has welcomed fans from all types of backgrounds and musical tastes. She has released many successful singles, and her album Different Waters went gold in 2018. She’s collaborated with artists, Kungs and Olly Murs on the song, “More Mess” and she wrote, “Hush” for the soundtrack of Tueurs . Coely has won awards such as Best Female Artist, won two MIA awards, and received an Ultima Cultural Award from the Flemish Community. She has enthusiasm and an exceptional voice on stage. She is touring in Amsterdam , Brussels , and Antwerp . If you live in the area, be sure to get your tickets! Written By Lyndsey Cheng FOLLOW COELY:

Photo Credits: Brett Wood This song has a beautiful melody with emotions of sadness and healing, what events inspired this piece? Bella: This song’s on my first proper break-up, where we’d been together so long. Going from speaking every day to never was a hard transition for me. When you have somebody who is a part of your daily life, and they totally leave it, it leaves a very lonely feeling. I think it was just about coming to terms with that fact and accepting the situation for what it was. It’s a song about reflecting, growing, healing, and being in the phase of the break-up cycle, where you’re slowly starting to acknowledge that you won’t be in their life anymore. On March 24th, you will be performing Dancing On My Own for the first time live at the Junk Bar in Australia, how do you feel about your debut performance? Bella: I am super excited. This will be my first show where I headline, which is a lovely thought. I think writing and performing are two totally different worlds, but I’m really keen to share all the things I’ve been working hard on in the studio for the last few years with everyone. Being a recently new artist with a few songs out, what are your future aspirations and how do you plan on meeting them? Bella: One of my goals in the near future is to put out an EP. I’ve been working with my lovely and skilled producer Tom Eggert for about five or so years now, and we have a whole catalogue of songs that we’ve been saving for an EP. I think it’ll be more writing projects with other people, because the whole writing production process I have to admit, is my absolute favourite part. I love learning from other artists and working with new people. I think working with new people has been the most helpful way for me to learn and keep pushing my creativity. Being flexible and open always pays off in a session with other people. How has being based in Australia influenced the way you make music? Bella: I think being an Australian musician, particularly in Brisbane has set me up to work with some really lovely people who are very loyal and dedicated to their craft. I have a little family of artists and producers I work with often and it’s really nice to be a part of a little community.I also just love Australian artists and bands and music. I take a lot of inspiration from what I hear on Triple J, which is really popular Australian radio, that plays heap of homegrown artists. Photo Credits: Brett Wood Tell listeners a fun fact about yourself! Bella: I have been writing, since I was about 10 and recording since 11. I like to believe I come from a family of creative people, got lots of riders and painters, and so Music is always been a natural part of my everyday life. Little bit about me, I’m an animal and nature lover. I take a heap of inspiration from going on big rainforest walks or a pretty sunset. I have the most beautiful sausage dog named Chipolata (or Chippy for short) who will sit next to me as I draft up my songs on piano- she has a special seat that sits next to the piano. What shows and music can we expect to see from you in the future? Bella: I think it’ll be a lot more exploring my sound and seeing where it takes me. I’m really into the pop sound, and I love to see heavier drums and guitars in my music. But I also love indie and would love to incorporate some more bits through my music. I think it’ll hopefully some more happy songs. I think I’ve taken my time to write a slow saddies and while I’ll always be writing on the deep stuff, hopefully a couple more upbeat, fun ones. Interviewed By Sophia E. Henry FOLLOW BELLA JANE:

Photo credit: @_mattblum “Numb You Out” has an infectiously catchy tempo whilst being more somber as you relate the struggles many of us face when navigating the unfamiliar post-breakup landscape. What does this song mean to you? Lauren: When we wrote this song, I took myself back to a bad breakup that I had. I just remember trying to do everything to distract myself and numb the pain I was feeling because, at that time, it felt unbearable. This song was meant to be something you can scream in the car & hopefully forget about whatever it is that may be causing you pain. My goal is to help make you a little bit better and maybe forget about whatever is going on in your own life, even if it’s just for a few minutes. What was it like working with Sam Will on “A Little Longer” and what are some of your favorite memories from that experience? Lauren: Sam & I kinda ran in the same circle for a while, so my manager and I knew him before ‘A Little Longer’ and were basically friends of his already. We had a part towards the end of the song that we weren’t sure what we wanted to do with, we thought maybe we’d just write a bridge when we were in the studio. So we went to the studio to track & writing a bridge just didn’t feel right. It didn’t hit like I wanted it to. Sam just happened to be at the studio that day working on something else & we thought Sam could kill this if he hopped on it. So we asked him, and he came in & wrote his part & tracked it in like 10 minutes. He absolutely killed it & it was such a vibe. It just worked out perfectly! How has growing up in Texas influenced your musical sound and life perspective? Lauren: I actually did country music when I was very young, but I always felt drawn to pop. I grew up in a very small town, very peaceful in the country. So I think that in a way taught me how to slow down, enjoy what's around me & not be so ‘busy’. This is a struggle for me at times because this business moves so fast & it’s easy to get caught up in that. But when I feel like I need to slow down, getting outside in nature is my favorite thing to do. It reminds me of how slow & peaceful life was when I was younger. One of your 2020 posts describes the struggles and doubts that you and many other aspiring artists face when trying to gain a foothold in this highly saturated and fiercely competitive industry. I know being featured on Spotify helped you to continue pushing forward – what other factors helped convince you to stay the course? Lauren: I think this is something a lot of artists experience, but it’s not super talked about. It really is such an up & down rollercoaster of a business, and it can be really scary at times when you're betting everything on this & you're not seeing the results you want at times. Maybe it’s God sending me a message but every time I get discouraged & things aren’t going my way, something comes along like a big neon sign that I feel is telling me to keep going. The main thing that helps me keep pushing is simply I just genuinely love making music. It’s my escape from the world & deep down I just know this is what I’m supposed to do. That’s a feeling you can’t ignore. I love it way too much to give it up. Photo credit: @_mattblum If you could sit down with any artist (past or present) for 15 minutes and have them answer every question you pose, who would you choose and why? Lauren: So many artists come to mind, but I’d say, Halsey. I really connect with her music, and I always have. Also, I would just love to talk to her about her journey to get where she is now. I know it wasn’t an easy road for her she had a lot of struggles, and I’d just love to hear how she got through all of that. What do you enjoy most about being an artist, and what do you hope listeners gain from your music? Lauren: I’d say getting to tell stories through music & connecting with people through that. It makes my whole week when someone tells me one of my songs helped them get through something. Aside from being an artist, part of who I am is a caretaker, I truly love helping people. So that always means so so much to me. I hope people listening feel like they are not alone, their feelings are valid, & I hope my music can be an escape for them like it is for me. I’m human too & I probably struggle with a lot of the same things they do, so let’s heal together. Interviewed By Vanessa Siebrass FOLLOW LAUREN:

My regrets like to manifest as dreams. When they come to me in dreams, I can’t ignore them or suppress them. In the last few weeks, I’ve had the same reoccurring dream about someone I never gave a second chance to. A little part of me wishes I would have – and that same part loves to daydream about a life with them, too. During the covid lockdowns, I’m sure many were forced to reflect on their regrets the same way my dreams force me. Emmrose’s “17 Inside” addresses the lingering regret they have, and how the pandemic only provided them with time to ruminate on their regret. Listen to "17 Inside" by Emmrose here. “17 Inside” is an indie-pop single that doubles as beautiful lyric poetry. Within lyric poetry, the speaker expresses their passionate thoughts and feelings about an event or item, and this song is no different. Emmrose expresses their regret and inability to rekindle a connection due to an external event – the covid lockdowns. The song immediately opens with an apology accompanied by soft guitar strings. The artist details in the next verses how they “were ready” to “start again” with the other half of this connection. But this opportunity was robbed from them when “New York shut down” in the beginning of the pandemic. Instead of being able to make-up with the other half, Emmrose finds herself in isolation, lamenting on the connection. The chorus brings on a gradual change in tempo and rhythm that steadily rises as more instruments are incorporated. By the end of the chorus, the single’s instrumental arrangement fully blossoms as the artist bares her heart and soul. Even though the lockdowns were not that long ago, it “feels forever ago”. Especially when all you had during it was an abundance of time to envision how things could have played out differently if not for the extenuating circumstances. The rest of the song’s duration features a continual shift in mood as Emmrose comes to terms with never being able to rewind time to get closure for this lost connection. While keeping lingering regret as company is posed as a bad thing, it’s quite the opposite; it’s a functional force of motivation and determination for the future when similar situations arise. Native New Yorker, Emmrose, is a 19-year-old singer, songwriter, and Groove Obsessions Artist with a unique breakout story into the music scene. The artist’s debut album, Hopeless Romantics, was released a week before NYC entered their covid lockdown in 2020. This subsequently meant all of the songs Emmrose recorded with Mike Abiuso at Behind The Curtains Media could not be performed in-person for shows or tours. As opposed to viewing this as a setback, the artist instead saw this as an opportunity to foster a deeper connection with their audience and took to social media to perform their music via weekly live streams. Hopeless Romantics eventually went on to win Best Pop Album in the 2020 WAM Awards. Emmrose’s story serves as a true testament to what unrelenting determination looks like when chasing your dreams. If you’re as captivated by the artist’s willpower and music as much as I am, show them some virtual love in the form of streams, likes, and follows. Written by Giavanna Gradaille FOLLOW EMMROSE:

Photo Credits: Cassi Moon Photography While a no-strings-attached relationship can be fun and exciting, it can become a little tricky when the other person wants something more serious. Why should the situation change if everyone is having fun, right? Sometimes, staying just friends and nothing more is all you want, and that’s okay! Wild Fire’s latest single “Just Friends” is the perfect track to send to that special someone who you’ve been having fun with if you want them to slow down. The song is spunky and perfect for screaming at the top of your lungs. It’s a song that makes you feel young and remember how life is too short to move too fast. While society sometimes makes women feel bad about not wanting a serious committed relationship, the song serves as a reminder that we have control over what we want and who we want, so why should we feel bad? So, if you want to have fun with a song that allows you to be free about what you want, “Just Friends” is the right track for you. The song jumps right in with an image of being young and sneaking out to meet someone. This spontaneous fling the song focuses on serves as a reminder of the joy of youth and staying in the moment, instead of having to worry about the future. In terms of instruments for the verse, they remain simple, but there’s a nice guitar riff that comes in quietly during the second half of the verse, and it adds some nice ambiance to the song. The pre-chorus of the song brings in some drums into the mix that really wake the song up. The vocal performance during this part of the song also becomes much more exciting. Lyrically, this section of the song focuses more on how the secretive aspect of the relationship is what makes it so insatiable. The chorus comes in big with an addictive melody and danceable instrumentals. The chorus makes you want to get up and sing along to the song, and it's where the song truly shines. The second verse keeps this energy and helps build into the second chorus. Songs that are able to build up like this always create such a spectacular feeling for their listeners. The bridge of the song feels a little heavier as the lyrics sort of punch the listeners hard in a nice way. This section really gets you headbanging along. The song ends with a nice little instrumental and we are left with a new anthem. Wild Fire consists of the sibling duo Kelli and Kayla Lutzwig from Houston, Texas. The sisters have been performing together since childhood; however, they’ve been performing as a professional duo since 2016. Their style revolves around that addictive pop-rock sound, while also combining some elements of country. They’ve wowed audiences many times in multiple well-known locations in Houston, such as the Houston Rodeo and White Oak Music Hall. Along with that, Wild Fire has gained quite an amount of success online, having over 250,000 followers across their social media, and doing well on Spotify too. The duo is expected to release more music this year, including a brand-new album. Wild Fire is definitely a duo you want to look out for in the near future. Written By Chantal Charles FOLLOW WILD FIRE:

When you’re going through struggles with your mental health, it is important to have a strong support system. In his powerful pop ballad, “Trust Nobody,” Chris Bates sings about how hard it can be to find one. His past experiences have made him weary about letting people in. At the same time, he does not want to carry the burden alone. I think Bates’s story is one that a lot of people can relate to. It is very brave of him to be vulnerable and use his musical talent to share his struggles. Listeners going through similar experiences will hear his sincere lyrics and know that they’re not alone. Even though this song has a sad mood, I found the instrumentation to be very calming. Some specific elements I enjoyed were the strumming of guitar and Bates’s harmonies. In terms of the lyrics, there are a lot of powerful lines throughout the track such as, “It’s like I’m trapped outside my body, and I don’t know how to get in.” You can really hear the raw emotion in Bates’s voice as he sings these words and similar lines. The powerful lyrics mixed with the calming music was a great combination, as it shows that he’s okay with the sadness. The power on the verses builds and builds until the chorus when Bates declares that he can’t trust himself or anyone else. As a whole, “Trust Nobody” shows that music is the one of the healthiest coping mechanisms for all types of emotions, especially the negative ones. Chris Bates is a pop artist from Auckland, New Zealand. His musical inspirations include Justin Bieber and Charlie Puth. Bates likes to be vulnerable with his listeners when it comes to music. “Used to This” comes off of his 2020 EP, “they don’t know a thing about me.” Similar to “Trust Nobody,” it has a very smooth sound and deals with the all too relatable experience of getting over a breakup. His other song, “17,” comes off the second part of his first EP. It is about being young and learning lessons in love. Bates has done some awesome work already and I can’t wait to hear what else he comes up with! Written By Kelli Dixon FOLLOW CHRIS BATES

Photo Credits: Michelle Chwala “Own Damn Feelings” is a stark and honest look at how a relationship has been running ragged. Lamb captures the pivotal moment between wanting to carry on because of all the work she’s already put into her current interest and the recognition that what’s happening isn’t healthy for herself. Lamb’s ethereal-like voice pierces through the melancholic production, bringing in the transcendent aura of reflection. When you overthink things, every action, word, and feeling to only suit your own idea of who the person is, then the only person you’re really going to hurt is yourself. Relationships are built on trust, and if you can’t learn to trust the other person over your own insecurities, then your feelings will always be hurt. From the smooth ukulele and Bambii’s hauntingly sweet vocals, the song soon changes its tune, introducing beautiful synths and hard-hitting bass. Adding in repeated vocal chops, Bambii’s buttery voice pairs well to create a dreamy atmosphere, conveying the confusing buzz of anxiety perfectly. The angst is real, and the 90s-inspired vintage-style music video adds a raw visual edge, tying all the elements together in a neat bow. Bambii bears her emotions for all to see with her emotional lyrics, keeping the song organic by highlighting the atmosphere over other aspects. A Florida native, understandably, Bambii Lamb’s overall aesthetic can only be described as a daydream. From her ephemeral and wistful music style to adding a sarcastic twist to the trope of conventional teen pop music, Lamb excels at adding pop culture references: from the nostalgia of 80s video game vibes to the meta and honest references towards herself and others. Writing and performing at the young age of 14, once Lamb began working with her producer Zach Rodriguez, she’s only gone up from there on. Releasing two albums over the last four years, Lamb promises big things to come as we break into 2023, with “Own Damn Feelings” only a little taste of a much much larger pie. Written By Megan Cao FOLLOW BAMBII:

Self-love, self-discovery, happiness and independence. These things are extremely important and significant in one’s journey to knowing and finding themselves - apart from relationships. In “ The Great Indoors ”, Juliana Tucker digs deep into her before and after of finding out who she was individually. She tells the story of cutting out distractions from the outside world and going indoors to spend some time alone to work on herself. Sometimes, friendships and relationships can cause you to focus on other people or things that don’t even matter, which distracts you from your purpose, your likes/dislikes, and just your overall growth as a person. And in order to do this, Juliana decided to put herself first, separated and took time for herself. This is also key to enjoying your own company, knowing your true self without influences and being able to know yourself before jumping into friendships and relationships that can sometimes make you forget about prioritizing that. Throughout the entire song, we just hear the piano, but the piano emanates growth as the song goes on and as she realizes who she is. It shows us that this is going to be a story. A process. A journey of growth. We realize this once the piano starts to speed up and raise its pitch when Juliana showcases her growth and sees herself “come alive.” You’ll notice the piano playing slower at the beginning of the song when she questions herself and what she was spending her time doing. She says, “Everyday, losing track of time in here. Is this my life? I don’t know how I got here, everything is unclear.” Afterwards and as the song goes on, she provides details of finding out about what she likes, what she needs, and what she notices more about herself as she continues to prioritize her self-love and discovery. And when this happens, we notice the piano speeding up, and playing at a higher tone. We here Juliana showcasing this, as well as her happiness with lyrics like, “ Open my eyes, enjoy the view ”, “ As I explore the great indoors, I see myself come aliv e”, “ When I’m alone, it hits just right I’m finding what I like ”, and so much more! She now knows who she is independently. She went indoors , away from the outside world, and put herself first. This takes being alone to dig deep and find out who you are. And once she did that, she said, “ Looking back on how much I grew .” It’s only up from here. Be better than who you were yesterday. And that takes going indoors, away from “ Outside distractions, or any shallow attractions .” All that matters, according to Juliana, is “ Just what I do with myself ” The indoors are truly a great thing! Juliana Tucker is a pop singer and song-writer from Los Angeles, California. “ The Great Indoors ” is 1 of 6 songs from her recently released debut EP titled “The Great Indoors”, which was released just a week ago on March 3rd! You may have caught Juliana when she was on American Idol at just 16 years old, where previous judge Steven Tyler told Juliana, “ You have the IT factor .” The 5 other songs included in the EP are, “ Let Me Let Loose ”, “ Fair Warning ”, “ Bad Friends ”, “ Breakup High ”, and “ Alone but Not Lonely .” This EP as a whole captures Juliana’s raw emotions when it comes to discovering herself through the lens of all relationships from romance to friendship. Make sure to check out Juliana Tucker’s new and incredible EP out now on all streaming platforms! Written By Sneet Efrem FOLLOW JULIANA TUCKER:

Though young in years, Carson Ferris delivers some solid advice and introspection with his new single, “Speed Limit.” Carson wrote this song reflecting on what it takes to chase his dreams as a musician on the rise. Throughout the track, Carson looks at life, trying to figure out how much is too much to give up for your dreams. It’s all about managing that stress and finding balance. The song is personal for Carson in many ways as he states, “I don’t always feel this way, but sometimes I do get overwhelmed trying to make it as a musician who also happens to be a kid.” Showcasing Carson’s strong songwriting, “Speed Limit” is filled with great lines giving wise advice like, “Whenever there’s too much in your life, you gotta let go, let go, let go.” Carson’s second 2023 release, “Speed Limit” continues the theme of cars and driving featured in his previous release, “Drive Alone.” In a way, “Speed Limit” and “Drive Alone” fit together as a mini EP, or 2 sides of the same single. Both songs are strong additions to the pop world and are a must-listen for any pop fan. Featuring bright guitar riffs, soaring vocals, and huge symphonic drums, “Speed Limit” is sure to catch the attention of any pop lover. The song is filled with an intense, driving energy, creating a catchy anthem deserving of being played on repeat. Carson’s crisp vocals deliver relatable lyrics throughout the song, making the message authentic and accessible. Though the journey of chasing dreams can be overwhelming, the song’s upbeat composition gives hope that all the sacrifices will be worth achieving your goals. Influenced by some of the biggest names in the industry, including OneRepublic, Ed Sheeran, and the Jonas Brothers, Carson showcases a similar, yet distinctive sound in "Speed Limit" worthy of our attention. At an impressive 13 years old, Carson Ferris has had quite the music career, but he’s just warming up. He is an American pop artist, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter hailing from Provo, Utah. Beginning his music journey at age 6, Carson began learning to play electric guitar. He developed his performing chops by playing and singing in student rock bands at Dave Wilbur’s Rock Lab in Orem, and later with the acclaimed One Voice Children’s Choir. Carson didn’t want to stop making music in 2020 when the world shut down, so he went out on his own. He began recording music in LA and released his first single, “Can’t Be Without You,” collaborating with Trinidad Cardona. In 2021, he won a social media contest, providing Carson with the opportunity to have a video of him singing and dancing in Donny Osmond’s Las Vegas show. Carson has since played in local music festivals, Fork Fest and Buzzards & Bees. He stays busy writing music, working with his producer Mykyl. Following Ferris’ previous single, “Drive Alone,” “Speed Limit” is the second of many to come in 2023. Stay tuned for all the great hits Carson Ferris has lined up for this year! Written By Cheyenne Johnson FOLLOW CARSON FERRIS:

The feeling when you’re being enthralled by someone who’s got you wrapped around their finger can be tempting. Knowing that it’s bad makes it more exciting and harder to resist. It's like you know what they're doing, and you're just allowing them. Natalie’s single, “Evil” is about those temptations when you’re being seduced by their words. It makes you want them more because of the attraction you have that can’t be ignored. The control they have over you is seamless which creates a wave in your mind and body. Your soul is being taken, almost as if they’re the devil. “Evil” has that kind of impact. “Evil” is a haunting and manipulating experience. Natalie pulls you in using vocal chops to create a sexy and moody sensation. The dark pop soundscape puts you in a hypnotic state with the chilling bells at the start and it hits you with a bass that takes charge. The percussion in this track has an eerie sound contrasted with her seductive lyrics and soothing ad libs. The way Natalie sings are irresistible, and she knows she’s able to get through with the other person. Her voice creates an alluring interest to captivate the listener’s attention. It makes you feel mesmerized by the way she performed. Natalie came into the music scene in the middle of 2018 with her debut EP “Shameful” with four bangers. Since then, she’s released more songs in that year leading up to 2023. Her music blends with alternative R&B production, and she describes it as anti-genre music. Her music featured on popular Spotify playlists such as New Music Friday, Fresh Finds, Teardrop, and Alternative R&B. She’s earned herself over 100k monthly listeners on Spotify. She’s now shifted her focus to writing, producing, and releasing standalone tracks. She’s definitely an artist you wouldn’t want to miss out on! Written By Lyndsey Cheng FOLLOW NATALIE: