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Have you ever been in a relationship that you knew wasn't meant to last, but you have a lot of trouble letting go? "Thinkin Bout You" by Ferester is an incredibly catchy jam that tells the tale of the well-known "on again off again" type of relationship. It feels so wrong, yet so right at the same time. Even though you know this person isn't right for you, they refuse to get out of your head. You find yourself crawling back to them at any given chance, just for them to leave again when they get bored. You end up asking yourself after a while, is this vicious cycle ever going to stop? Ferester gives me Harry Styles vibes with his incredibly catchy and upbeat pop soundscape with a little hint of classic. His energetic and playful nature has you hooked within the first 3 seconds of hearing this song. By the last chorus, you will find yourself singing along to the relatable lyrics and hypnotizing melody. There's no doubt that everyone who listens to this song will have it on repeat. The brand new music video, (Watch it right now above!), is incredibly playful and comedic in nature, but also quite accurate in the scenario of a one-sided love. 'Thinkin Bout You' is the debut single of the solo project, Ferester, created by the incredibly talented artist, Spencer O'Grady. Based in Glasgow, United Kingdom, Spencer creates his music single-handedly alone in his flat - writing, singing, producing and all. Ferester is just getting started and is one to keep on your radar. He's begun to build his social-media presence, so make sure to follow him with the links provided below! Written By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW FERESTER:

At first listen, you would never guess that this song is about a breakup. 'Never Together' (Kastra Remix) takes what was already a fantastic song by GT_Ofice and enhances the details within the music to create a euphoric, almost outer-body experience. This is one of those songs that you instantly get lost in within the first listen, and you'll never want to take it off repeat. The lyrics and vocals are giving me 'top chart breakup ballad' vibes, but the music itself makes me want to close my eyes and dance around like no one is watching. What an incredible mixture of components to create the perfect song. GT_Ofice and Kastra are both incredible DJs and producers. I'd say they're on a genius level when it comes to creating catchy and complex music. They're sounds and styles blend perfectly together and I feel lucky to have witnessed this next-level collaboration. When creating a hit song, you need well-written / relatable lyrics, a great vocalist, and an instrumentation that is ear-pleasing and easy for a listener to remember. This remix checks off all those boxes. Everyone who listens to this song is bound to fall in love with it. GT_Ofice is an EDM producer currently based in Miami, Florida. With over 17 million streams just on Spotify and nearly 200,000 monthly listeners, he has taken the dance world by storm with his golden touch. GT_Ofice has previously collaborated with VASSY on his single, 'Tuff' that landed #26 on the USA Dance Radio Charts. He also hosts his own radio show on Energy 101.9 every Wednesday at 8pm EST! Kastra is a New Jersey born-and-raised producer and DJ! He secured his first ever placement on the Billboard Top 10 in the Dance category in 2019 with his song 'U & Me'. With millions of streams and almost 400,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, Kastra has gained the praise from names like David Guetta and The Chainsmokers, and has even collaborated with Timmy Trumpet, one of EDM's well-known artists. Written By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW GT_OFICE: FOLLOW KASTRA:

Once a cheater, always a cheater. "Fake a Smile" by Ella Lockert takes this famous saying and puts it into a song. It's easy to get tangled up in a person who manipulates you into thinking they've changed; that because they're with you that means they're a better person. Come to find out they're just as much of a liar as they always have been. But instead of feeling sad and moping around because you were cheated on, 'Fake a Smile' puts a new perspective on how to react to a cheater. Make them feel like they're losing more by losing you, than you will by losing them. Acting unbothered by someone who intended to hurt you is the best payback there is. Ella takes inspiration from the 90s to create this unique pop influenced punk bop! Heavy distorted bass and percussion puts this song into high energy, making you feel every single emotion that Ella intends you to. If you've been betrayed in a relationship, you may have found yourself wanting to laugh in your ex's face and show them how much better off you've been without them. Ella adds this 'HAHA IN YOUR FACE' kind of forced laughter within the hook of her song, giving listeners the satisfaction of getting back at those who have hurt you. Ella Lockert a teen artist from Norway. Despite her young age, she has been devoted to music for most of here life. She began singing at the age of seven in the Norwegian Opera Choir for Children. She was also a finalist in a national songwriting contest for children at the age of 12. She released and co-wrote 12 songs as a duo for a few years, but now she is ready to take on the world as a solo artist. She released her solo debut EP, 'Confusing', in 2021 which got publication from names such as BBC introducing, Amazing Radio (UK and USA), and NRK Mp3. She also won artist of the year in 2021 on Canada's Master Class Radio. She has also begun to dabble in acting and will be featured in a new national TV series, airing this month. Written By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW ELLA:

Have you ever been with someone who made everything feel easy? When you're next to them, every stress you have just melts away. They're someone who brings a comforting energy into your life, and you feel like you can talk to them about anything. "Perfect" by Loie sets the tone of having one of these peaceful relationships and wanting it to be more than just a short-time thing. When you find someone who makes you feel this good, you want it to be a long-term commitment. You still find yourself afraid of being too straight-forward about your feelings for them; you don't want to scare them away, but you just can't help yourself. To you, they're perfect. Loie's soft and angelic vocals lure you into a relaxing state of mind. With a stripped-back and dreamy RnB influenced soundscape, you can't help but feel like you're floating on a cloud. Showing love for her heritage, she features audio recordings of Tobago wildlife within the intro; sounds that she recorded herself while visiting. Watch the music video above for a cinematic experience of the beauty of the Island of Tobago, which was filmed by Loie herself while staying there over the Summer with her family. She wanted to share the incredible moments she witnessed and memories she made while staying on the island, paired with the love-note inspired lyricism of 'Perfect'. Loie is a Chinese-Trinidadian artist and songwriter currently based in South-East London. Inspired by artists like Jill Scott, Nina Simone and Eva Cassidy, Loie focuses on a RnB influenced sound but makes it her own; with melodies and lyrics that are tactically and carefully created, guaranteeing to captivate everyone who listens. With her debut EP in the works, 'Perfect' is the stunning lead single in preparation for what's still to come. With previous support from Fresh Finds UK and Ditto, It's no doubt that Loie is going to become the one to watch. Written By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW LOIE:

Especially now-a-days, life can be awfully stressful. We get caught up in so many things that we barely have time to stop and smell the flowers anymore. Between working, personal struggles, education and relationships, you forget to slow down and take care of yourself every once in a while. "Find your happy place" is something a lot of people suggest when you need a moment to get away from everyday life. For GIYA, Summertime in the city of London is her happy place; and that's exactly what her song '4 once' is about. She describes the song as a love letter to her city, the place and time that she can take in the joy that she longs for when she's feeling down. '4 once' is a mixture of sounds and genres that GIYA has taken and put into a dreamy and soulful Lo-Fi ballad. Her honest and raw vocals give a story-telling feel to the lyrics. The instrumentation gives off a nostalgic vibe, making you feel happy and relaxed, but almost melancholic at the same time. GIYA is authentically herself within this song and that makes it easy to love. Watch the music video above to see GIYA in her favorite spots around London, giving us a visual to what this song was written about. GIYA is an artist from, you guessed it, London! She has a sound that cannot be described in any other way than it's her own. '4 once' specifically was describe by GIYA as a 'London Sound', and 'the least-dark song' she's ever written. GIYA has an EP coming out soon, titled 'Odd Fish'. Here's what GIYA had to say about her upcoming music - “It’s really, really raw. It’s honest, and it doesn’t beat around the bush. It feels like a bold move, one that doesn’t give me anywhere to hide. It’s brutal at times, but I’m really, really proud of it.” Follow GIYA with the links below to keep up with her journey. Written By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW GIYA:

Life is stressful and we all deal with our own demons, but sometimes we are lucky enough to have a person that makes life just a little bit easier. "Don't Worry" by Winnie Ama poetically tells a story of looking back on how far you've come with the one you love. It might not be exactly where you want to be, but the progress made is something to be proud of. You find yourself appreciating your partner even more than usual in these moments of self-doubt because they are by your side to tell you that you'll be okay. Without them, you may not even be where you are today. Winnie Ama takes us back in time in the soundscape of 'Don't Worry'. Her unique and jazz inspired vocals remind you of a young Ella Fitzgerald mixed with Amy Winehouse, and a hint of rasp like Nina Simone. Old-fashioned soulful and urban instrumentation surround Winnie's voice, bringing a sense of nostalgia. The groove throughout the song makes you feel like you're being transported into a club in the late '40s. Slow and sensual RnB music fills the air, you can almost smell the cigar smoke and whiskey. Winnie Ama is a singer-songwriter from Northern Ireland. Inspired by a wide variety of artists like Ella Fitzgerald all the way to Dua Lipa, Winnie has created a sound that is a mix of soulful classic RnB as well as electronic and alt-pop. Making her solo debut in 2020, her first release 'What Are We' stayed in the top 20 for six weeks on MusicWeek's UK Black Club chart. Her first ever release as an artist was a collaboration with Francis Groove in 2019, in which secured the #7 spot in the UK Urban Club Charts with the song 'I Swear'. If you love a classic feel to your music, make sure to follow Winnie to keep up with her journey! Written By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW WINNIE:

(top) Taylor Swift via PopSugar - Harry Styles via People (bottom) Sam Smith via Billboard - Beyoncé via People The Grammy's is one of the most highly-anticipated award shows each year. They're considered very prestigious because rather than being fan voted, it's an academy award. Winning a Grammy is many artist's number one goal in their music careers. Though the viewership for the Grammys has been low these past few years, the 65th annual show was an unforgettable one with many records broken and incredible performances. Here's what you missed if you didn't watch the Grammys this year. Celebration of 50 Years of Hip-Hop Hip-Hop was created in 1973 by a DJ named Dj Kool Herc, starting a genre that has changed music forever and has made history. The Grammys gathered together a collection of hip-hop icons to perform a mega-medley in celebration of the genre, including LL Cool J, Flavor Flav, Queen Latifah, Missy Elliott, Salt-N-Pepa, Busta Rhymes, Lil Baby and so many more that made Hip-Hop what it is today. via: The New York Times Kim Petras Becomes First Transgender Woman to Win a Grammy for Best Pop Duo Kim Petras is a German transgender singer-songwriter who was been making a name for herself these past few years after being signed to Republic Records. Kim and Sam Smith won 'Best Pop Duo' for their song 'Unholy', making Kim Petras to become the first ever transgender woman to win a Grammy for the Best Pop Duo category. She thanked her mother, Madonna and her late friend Sophie for inspiring her to be herself. Viola Davis Becomes an EGOT If you don't know what an EGOT is, it's someone who has won all 4 major academy awards within their lifetime - Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony. At this year's Grammys, Viola Davis (actress and producer) earned her title as an EGOT when she won her first Grammy for Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording. Beyoncé Breaks the Record for Most Grammy's Ever Won Queen B made history at the Grammy's this year when she broke the record for most Grammy's ever won with now 32 Grammy awards, beating out the late classical conductor, Georg Solti who had 31. The moment she tied with Solti, she had been stuck in traffic. But a queen is never late, everyone else is simply early! Luckily, when she won her record-breaking Grammy for Best Electronic/Dance Album, she was able to witness the moment. Though she wasn't able to win in the top categories of the night, She still won the most Grammys out of anyone else that night, with a total of 4 awards. Grammys Honors Legends We Lost in 2022 With Tribute Performance The Grammys held a beautiful in memoriam performance for all the incredible musicians and industry workers that we lost in 2022 - including Loretta Lynn, Olivia Newton-John, Takeoff, Christine McVie, Lisa Marie Presley, and even Stephen 'tWitch' Boss. It began with Kacey Musgraves singing Coal Miner's Daughter by the late Loretta Lynn, went onto Quavo singing his latest song Without You which was dedicated to his lost bandmate and nephew, Takeoff, and ended with Sheryl Crow, Bonnie Raitt and Mick Fleetwood performing a beautiful rendition of Songbird by Fleetwood Mac. via: Entertainment Tonight Sam Smith and Kim Petra's Performance Was Very 'Unholy' Sam Smith and Kim Petra's performance of their award-winning song 'Unholy' - surprise, surprise - caused a lot of controversy. Dressed in all red and wearing a hat with devil horns, the performance caused some to become uncomfortable while watching, even going as far as calling the Grammys 'satanic'. Though the concern can be understood, it's more likely that things were blown a bit out of proportion. I mean, the song is called Unholy, and the artists were just following the theme of their song. But like Madonna said while introducing the act, if you're being called a troublemaker, then you're doing something right. For me personally, I thought this was a very entertaining performance. via: We Got This Covered Lizzo Wins Record of the Year for 'About Damn Time' Unlike the Song of the Year which is awarded for it's songwriting, Record of the Year is awarded to the best produced and engineered song. This time, is was awarded to Lizzo for her hit song we all know and love, About Damn Time. Watchers are calling Lizzo's speech for the award the best Grammys speech ever. Her words were so genuine and you could see how grateful and excited she was. She even name dropped Beyoncé for being an inspiration to her while she was growing up. She dedicated her award to her other favorite artist, the late and beloved Prince. She stated that when Prince passed away, she decided to dedicate her life to making music that made others feel good. Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson and Chris Stapleton Perform Incredible Motown Medley This year's Grammys was jam-packed with the most iconic artists in history and such a deep variety of winners and performances. One of the most energetic moments of the whole show was when Stevie Wonder took the stage to play a Motown medley. He brought Smokey Robinson and Chris Stapleton on the stage with him as they sang classic hits like 'Tear of a Clown' and 'Higher Ground'. When I tell you they put on a show, they put on a show. Everyone was on their feet dancing, clapping, and smiling. It was an incredible moment to witness. via: The Grammy Awards Harry Styles, Very Deservingly, Wins Album of the Year Though Beyoncé fans were furious that she didn't win this award, even going as far to heckle Harry during his acceptance speech, many were very happy to see Harry get the recognition he deserves for his incredible album 'Harry's House'. Really, any one of the nominees was deserving of this award and they were all incredible and history-altering albums. Considering Beyoncé had already won 4 awards this night, I think Harry had every right to his time to shine. He went out of his way to say that everyone who was nominated for the award has inspired him and his music in one way or another. Bonnie Raitt Beats Out Taylor Swift, Adele, Lizzo, Harry Styles and Beyoncé in Song of the Year Award - Presented by the First Lady Viewers and nominees were shocked the moment Bonnie Raitt, a classic blues/roots singer-songwriter, won one of the biggest award of the night - Song of the Year. She was up against huge names like Taylor Swift, Adele, Lizzo, Harry Styles and Beyoncé. Even Bonnie herself was in complete shock when they called her name. Clearly emotional, she took the stage and expressed how grateful she was to be given the award. Though other nominees easily could've won this award as well, Bonnie's song 'Just Like That' has touched many hearts - especially after learning what it's about. The song was inspired by a news story she heard on the radio about a mother who decided to donate her sons organs after his death, ultimately saving someone else's life. The lyrics of the song are about the mother meeting the person that was saved because of her son's heart donation. What did you think of the Grammy's this year? Follow us below and let us know in our comments! Written By Kaitlyn Nicole Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube *copyright not intended. Fair use act, section 107.

Joku has a way with words. Releasing this cozy yet heartbreaking ballad about lost love we get an intimate look at who he is as an artist. Raw and vulnerable; he pushes forth something so emotional yet so homey. His new track, Infatuation, has Joku asking himself some deep questions. Was the love he felt for this person ever really there? The feeling of wanting someone so intensely just to realize maybe there wasn't much love, to begin with. That is the sentiment Infatuation carries. Joku wrote this intimate song with talented people whose creativity should not go unnoticed. Robbie Ricucci and Sarah Manning gave a chunk of their talent to create this indie-pop track. Their work together truly paid off, infatuation is a song you’d want to keep on repeat. This emotional bedroom pop record mixes so little and does it beautifully. Heavy echoes of piano chords are expertly placed along the entire instrumental. These chords are the heart of the instrumental itself. Some guitar comes in here and there but the instrumental does its absolute best to leave room for Joku’s captivating vocals. The main event of this track. Infatuation is a solemn love story. Two people fall in and out of what they describe as love. It describes the rise and fall of their relationship in a way that feels like Joku is reminiscing. Thought about how good the relationship was and even asked himself questions about the way things could have gone. The echoing of the line “ it was never forever” closing out the song signals acceptance for the ending of this relationship. This line coupled with the increased volume and drama of the instrumental pushes this narrative further. Joku realizes the feelings they both had for each other weren’t everlasting and he is coming to terms with that tragic truth. Joku is a Nashville-based artist who has it all. As a multi-instrumentalist, including his amazing voice, he is a multi-threat. His greatest influences for his work are Charlie Puth, the 1975, and John Mayer. You can hear these influences clearly in his work. The soft but lustful tones of Infatuation is a perfect example of this. The John Mayer influences pop out with the instrumental being so simple it gives the vocals a place to shine. Joku is an up-and-coming gem in the music industry and is certainly a musician to watch out for. Written By Kaiana Lee FOLLOW JOKU:

Regret is a powerful, all-consuming feeling. Unfortunately, time only goes forward, not back. When we feel regret in a situation, we do everything we can to make it right. If we can’t though, we are only left to imagine what could have been. In their song, “2 Carat,” Eighty-Ninety is reflecting on the latter. In a chill, upbeat pop song, they mourn the end of a romantic relationship and not expressing love the right way. Additionally, the track also expresses regret over taking things for granted. It doesn’t help that there is a small but painful reminder of what could have been. That is, a 2 carat diamond ring. Overall, I thought this song had a really cool sound. First, the guitar and drums gave the song a really bright mood, despite it being about a breakup. Second, I thought the vocals were relaxed and hazy, very echo-like. I interpreted this to represent a flashback or flash forward, being separate from reality. This idea is reinforced by lyrics like “I had an old ring I thought I would give to you.” After all, the song is about what was and what could have been in a romantic relationship. When talking about this song, it is also important to point out that the actual title, “2 Carat,” is not sung in the chorus like other songs. Rather, it is referenced in the mention of the ring. I thought this was a good stylistic choice because the lyrics flow really well together. Eighty-Ninety is a duo of 2 brothers, Abner and Harper James. They have racked up over 30 million streams since the 2016 release of their first EP titled “Elizabeth.” If you liked “2 Carat,” you should check out “Fading,” one song off of that album. It is also about heartbreak and has a very similar sound. In contrast to these two tracks, their 2017 single, “Your Favorite Song” tells a different story. The duo sings about the joys of being young and in love. The track has garnered praise from pop princess, Taylor Swift. As for more current work, Eighty-Ninety released a longer EP called “The Night Sky” in June 2022. Written By Kelli Dixon FOLLOW EIGHTY-NINETY

Your last single was incredible and this new release, “Arsonist” for sure did not disappoint either! What is the story behind this new track and what was your inspiration for writing it? Hannah: Arsonist was a really interesting song to write. I wrote it in a period of time where I was writing all different types of styles, and trying a bunch of things out. I wrote it close to when I wrote Stay Quiet, which is super angsty, high energy pop punk, whereas Arsonist originated as a folk-y pop acoustic tune. That's what makes this song cool I think, especially in contrast to Stay Quiet - it's so different in terms of style, mood, and production. It really gives you a sense of the variety I can offer as a writer. So I wrote it one day when I was experimenting with playing in open tunings on my guitar. I was dead set on writing a song in Open A, but nothing was coming. I switched to Open D and immediately started gravitating towards the opening chords that are in Arsonist. I ended up writing the entire chord progression pretty quickly, which is actually a nice, long progression. The first lyrics that came to mind were "There's a fire burning in my brain" before I had any real idea of concept or story. I continued with the fire theme and found an enjoyable segway into the idea of using the word "arsonist" in the song. From there I dug deep and grabbed memories I had from a time in my life where I was doing nothing but driving through California by myself for a few months, on a never ending road trip with everything I owned in my car. It was a liberating time, equally full of fun and heartbreak, and that's kind of how this song feels and sounds to me. I brought this song to record with my friend, Matt Luthie, and my guitar player and bandmate, Dillon Vincent, fully acoustic. In 24 hours we turned it into what you hear in this version instrument-wise. This song came out really easy once we all three were in a room. The guitar parts felt right, the groove felt right, and we were all excited about it. I'm super happy how it turned out. What inspired you to start playing and making music? Hannah: From a young age I was obsessed with the idea of being a performer. I sang, I danced, and played instruments my whole life. When I was a kid, I really looked up to the big country stars of the early 2000s, before getting into pop punk and rock music. I grew up singing all sorts of country songs from Dixie Chicks to Patsy Cline. My first concert ever was the Dixie Chicks FLY tour when I was 7 and it blew my mind. I've always loved music, but especially from a performer's point of view. Not only did I connect with music by listening to it, but I really connected with the idea of writing music and getting to perform it and share it with others. As I got older, I focused primarily on doing well in school and work, and never thought I would actually invest time in music. I had always wondered what it would be like to invest that time, but told myself other things were more important or made up excuses and whatnot. Eventually it got to the point where I was like, f*ck it, I'm gonna try this. And, well, here we are. I realized that, as with everything in life, you are truly never "ready" when you want to start something. If you wait until you're ready, you'll be waiting forever. You just have to go for it and hope you stick the landing. If you could feature “Arsonist” in any movie or TV show, which one do you think it’d fit into? Hannah: My ideal scenario would be if I could go back in time and retroactively add Arsonist to the 1999 film "She's All That" because I mean, why not? What are some of your go-to belt in the shower songs? Hannah: Oh, easy: 1. Born to Fly by Sara Evans, 2. White Liar by Miranda Lambert, 3. Anything from the first 2 Dixie Chicks albums. I have a soft spot in my heart for 90s/early 2000s country, plus it's the best music to belt. If you could invite any artist to join you on stage at a performance, who would you pick and why? Hannah: Travis Barker for sure. He brings so much energy to any stage and song. Performing while he drums would be an absolute highlight of my life. If Travis wasn't available, I'd definitely take Dave Grohl. He seems like the nicest guy in the world. What’s coming up next from you? These last two tracks were fantastic, I can’t imagine what else you have in store for us! Hannah: I'm recording an EP! Title TBD and release date TBD but I promise it's in progress! And I promise you're going to like it! Interviewed By Sarah Curry FOLLOW HANNAH:

Jade LeMac has released perhaps one of the most heart-wrenching songs to have ever been written. “Car Accident” is a fictional story told between two different perspectives: the cheater and the cheated. The first verse and chorus are from the perspective of the one who was cheated on. She received a call from her partner where they stated that they were intoxicated and asked her to come over. When she gets to their house, the cheater confesses their infidelity. With a broken heart, she leaves the house only to drive fast and recklessly. The chorus ends with the lyrics, “and I’m screaming loud through the open night// It’s pitch black out, but I’m seeing white// I hear sirens in the distance// With regret of not existing.” These grim lyrics indicate that the emotional drive ended in devastating tragedy. When the second verse kicks off, the listener is introduced to the same story, but a different perspective. The cheater is now relaying their side of the story, from the moment they called up their partner. The lyrics in the second verse and chorus directly parallel the ones in the first, disclosing the cheater’s regret and sorrow. At the end of the second chorus, LeMac sings, “I was screaming when I got the call// Heartbeat stopped cause this is all my fault// I hear beeping in the background// With regret of letting you down.” These dual perspectives provide a unique insight on the chilling story, and highlights LeMac’s impressive songwriting. Not once does she utter the song’s title in the song, yet the audience knows exactly what has occurred. She paints such a vivid storyline that the listener cannot help but shed tears as they absorb the narrative. “Car Accident” is an exceptional track that deserves to become a number one hit and added to everyone’s melancholy playlists. True to the storyline, “Car Accident” consists of an ethereal production that complements the song flawlessly. The track opens with a unique synth melody that propels the listener into the story. After a few measures, LeMac’s angelic vocals begin and the emotional story takes off. The synth production continues, with an added soft drum beat. This evokes a feeling of anticipation within the listener as they await the plot twist in the storyline. Towards the end of the verse, a soothing electric guitar is added, providing a new dynamic to the track. The transition from the verse to the chorus is led by LeMac’s vocals, while the production briefly mutes, pulling focus on the heart-wrenching lyrics. The song remains steady paced, enhancing the emotional atmosphere. Paired with the somber lyrics and LeMac’s passionate vocals, the production throughout the entire track carries the weight of the grief felt by both perspectives. “Car Accident” highlights LeMac’s innate talent through not only her ability to capture audiences with her unique songs, but her creative writing through fictional storytelling. Jade LeMac is an 18-year-old singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from Vancouver, Canada. She fell in love with music at a very young age when she began singing karaoke with her cousins. By the time she was in middle school, she was already writing her own songs. In 2020, she utilized TikTok to build her platform, garnering her over 1.2 million followers. She made her official debut in 2021 with her single, “Constellations.” Since then, she has released 4 additional singles, which are all featured on her recently released debut EP. The album shares the same name as her debut single, tying back all her previous releases to her current project. In addition to her musical achievements, LeMac is a proud member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. In 2022, GLAAD recognized her in their list of “10 LGBTQ Women in Music to Listen to this Pride Month” amongst big artists such as Hayley Kiyoko, girl in red, Betty Who, and more. Written By Karlee Skipper FOLLOW JADE:

Have you ever felt like your emotions are out of control? In “Maybe I’m Psycho” the singer reflects on feeling overcome by emotions. The lyrics describe feeling like they are going crazy because they are overwhelmed. Due to their crazed and wild feelings, they are making questionable decisions, which creates this cycle of everything being chaotic and feeling like there is no way for it to end. By the end, the vocalist acknowledges that they are out of control and that they may be a psycho but that they are trying to mask that. Overall, this is a catchy pop single with a bit of edge that will be stuck in your head and playing on repeat. The song begins, with intense string strumming and police sirens that add to the dangerous feeling. Then a slightly raspy voice enters and completes the moody vibe, with her dark lyrics. As the chorus starts, the drums begin to build which leads to the perfect payoff when the beat drops. After the first chorus, the producer uses the sound of a gunshot and barrel droppings to enhance the risky and reckless vibe before the vocalist continues. A highlight of the song is the bridge. REBENN knows exactly how to build instrumentals and layer vocals to emphasize a point or add to the intensity of the moment. REBENN is a Korean pop producer. He began to pursue music after his time in the military, releasing his debut single in May 2020 titled, “Ghost In My Mind (feat. Ellare) gaining close to 1,000,000 streams on Spotify. Since his first single, the producer has released four singles and has amassed over 25,000 monthly listeners on Spotify. The musician describes his sound as alternative pop and has a background in classical music, which still inspires him alongside contemporary music. REBENN is breaking boundaries by being one of the few artists in Korea releasing pop English songs with darker elements. Written By Stephanie Berning FOLLOW REBENN: