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Q: ‘One More Time’ is so beautiful! What is the story behind the song? Amira: Thank you so much! It is a very special song to me as I auditioned to Berklee College of Music with it. The song is about two people who are in a long distance relationship and need patience in order to stay together. I actually wrote it in 2016 and it was so different, then in 2022 I decided to change it completely by adding harmonies and a string section. The new version was written at Berklee and has a group of talented musicians playing the instrumental. Q: How long have you been playing piano? Amira: Around 14 years. Q: What is one instrument you would love to learn? Amira: I would love to learn how to play the guitar. Q: Who would you love to collaborate with and why? Amira: John Legend! I absolutely love his music and would love to be able to work on a song with him. Q: Who has been your biggest inspiration? Amira: Adele. She inspired me to write piano ballads and pursue a music career. Q: What are you most looking forward to in terms of your musical career? Amira: Live performances and connecting with my audience. Interviewed By Kendall Koval FOLLOW AMIRA:

Ever wonder what the future of country music sounds like? Cat Rose Smith might have the sound you’re looking for. Blending modern pop vocals, country harmonies, and indie electric guitar playing, Smith’s music is certainly a diamond in the rough. Her debut single “Devil You Know” is where you’ll notice the potency of this innovative sound, with lyrics relating to the picking of one’s poison. “Devil You Know” kicks off with growly electric guitar strumming and beautiful vocals that describe all those long standing problems that we’ve learned to live with. Smith ties in her country style on the lines, “better the devil you know / the one whose tricks don’t trick you any more”. Muted acoustic guitar strums add that authentic country feel in contrast to the electric bass and ringing indie chords, all on top of a lush pad of vocal harmonies. The song’s bridge hits while Smith continues talking about the familiar burdens on all of our shoulders, whilst gritty electric guitar sounds build up the chorus once again. “Devil You Know” presents an innovative and unique approach to the country pop genre that just can’t be missed. Cat Rose Smith just burst onto the scene with this debut single, and she will undoubtedly be turning heads with her future releases. Who knew that moving from the USA to London would make someone write such great country music? While Smith has already proven her musical prowess with guitar covers and song snippets on TikTok, “Devil You Know” won’t fail to impress anyone looking for their new favorite artist. Written By Ari Schweitzer FOLLOW CAT ROSE SMITH:

This bubbly pop anthem gives me the best feelings of innocent love. “SOFA” has such a fun energetic vibe that would make anyone want to get up and start dancing. This song builds perfectly and talks about wanting to spend time and get closer to that special person in your life. We’ve all had that moment when all we wanted was for them to come over. The vibrant electric guitars paired with lively vocals make for a perfect song that I could totally imagine being featured in a scene of a coming-of-age film. Courtney flawlessly utilizes dynamics throughout the track that keeps every aspect of the song interesting. A summery feel fills my head as I listen to this song, and I love it. The warm feeling of the chorus makes me long for the comfort of summer. Courtney Govan Is an independent singer/songwriter from San Diego, California. She has made her statement within the contemporary and indie sounds of pop. Courtney gained over 500k followers on TikTok due to her song “serotonin” going viral. Eventually landing a spot on a Spotify playlist, she continues to grow more Opportunities for herself. Written By Brielle FOLLOW ARTIST:

It always seems to be easier to leave when someone give you a reason to. This is the same ideology that Hattie had while creating the lyrics behind "GOODBYE". Beginning as a pep talk to herself, then spiraling to a self realization that she can only thank those no longer in her life for the self development that caused. "GOODBYE" serves as a powerful anthem to welcome Hattie into the next chapter of her music career. Starting with a slow intro to the song Hattie showcases the lyricism within the song before she launches into an upbeat pop rock sound. The background instrumentals set the tone for the song with a strong bass and guitar sound to complement the lyrics. The various rythms that are created throughout the song create a strong sense of diversity within the sound, keeping listeners on their toes for what comes next. Closing out the song with a similar slowed down isolated sound brings a personal aspect to the song allowing for the powerful emotions behind the song to shine through. An upcoming Australian artist, this 18 year old has started off strong. Reciving media praise form Dave Howe and Deke Sharon on her vocal performances, the artists powerful and commanding voice has drawn the attention of many. While building her portfolio she has been featured by Spotify in their "Peacefull Pop" and "Indie Arrivals" playlists. "Goodbye" matches the strong and powerhouse persona she has shown so far leaving listeners yearning for more. Written By Gillian Mena FOLLOW HATTIE OATES:

Infatuation is a hard emotion to understand. You can pine for so long on the same person, and then even after finding out all the different facets of their persona realize that it won't work. But, you still feel some kind of sick satisfaction in the idea that you wouldn't change getting to know them for the world. These conflicting feelings are what Haleigh Bowers describes in her ridiculously powerful track "Gladly." It's about this feeling of infatuation, and the different facets and emotions that you can go through when experiencing it. Bowers sets up the track in a beautiful and almost gut-wrenching folk rock sound. It feels nostalgic, in the way that you are thinking of something that has happened a long time ago yet you can't take yourself out of that moment. The instrumental is lead by sweeping guitars, and a soft drum beat. Bower's vocal is placed beautifully over this sound, and the delivery is crazily emotional. Her tone even matches that of Phoebe Bridgers, just the way she sings some of her notes. The lyrics delve into the topic of infatuation with someone who you cared so much for, but now have to box away those emotions as they aren't there anymore. Bowers talks about the distance that grew between them, "I can tell that you hate it // How I loved you from the attic, while you watched me from the basement." She even lets the audience know that no matter how much pain her infatuation has caused her, that she'd do it all again in an instant because of who this person was to her, "Even while I box up all these things in my head // Even though I know how badly it's gonna end // I'd gladly do it all again." Haleigh Bowers is a singer/songwriter based in Los Angeles, California. "Gladly" is the title track from her up-coming debut album I'd Gladly Do It All Again due out this fall. Bowers previously teased the project with the singles "Jealous" and "Not Your Girl." Bowers is incredibly well written, and has showcased this skill not just in music but through television as well. With a sound that brings to mind the greats of modern folk-rock, Bowers is carving out her own space in the industry quickly. Bowers talks about the distance that grew between them, "I can tell that you hate it // How I loved you from the attic, while you watched me from the basement." She even talks about how no matter the pain she feels, she wants to do it again. Written By Kyle Stiver FOLLOW HALEIGH BOWERS:

The electro-pop song by Esthy is a must-listen for everyone. Beginning with soft guitar strums, this song will pull on your heart strings. The harmonious vocals and relatable song-writing got me hooked on this song right away. The lyricism is by far my favorite part of this piece. I'm blown away by how she puts the emotions into words so brilliantly. Despite the fact that this emotion is felt by many, she wrote it in a way I rarely hear. The unique sound of this pop track is incredibly good on the ears. Esthy produced this piece beautifully. My first thoughts while listening to this track was that it, oddly enough, reminded me of early 2000's pop-punk. The vocal delivery reminds me so much of Hayley Williams from Paramore. I personally love the song-writing on this track; it tells a story too many people can relate to in such a real way. There's something that hits so hard when artists write, "It makes me want to die," so bluntly. Feeling that way feels anything but poetic, so it feels so much more real and relatable when artists put it candidly like Esthy does. The harmonization and tuning on the vocals adds another genius layer to this track. Esthy is an LA-based singer and producer who has been releasing music for a few years now, posting her music on Spotify and YouTube since 2019. Other talents of hers are being a mixing engineer, filming, directing, and editing. In fact, she edits and directs all of her music videos. She's a vocal and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community. She also talks about her neurodivergency. She has an impressive following and is only growing more and more each day. Written By Emma Kimberli FOLLOW ESTHY:

"I Hate Florida" is about both Jackii's hometown roots and doing wild things out of boredom. More specifically, it's about her hometown, Key Largo, and her ex who is still there. Within her lyricism, Jackii delves into the idea of doing out-of-character things when you're really bored. These out-of-character things can even be falling for someone you know that you shouldn't fall for. This person can leave a lasting impact on you, an impact so big that they could taint an entire place for you. In this piece, Jackii reveals that Florida is now a place with that person's memory all over it. With spunky beats and an upbeat melody, Jackii introduces her sophomore EP with this wonderful track. Even though this piece reminisces about an unliked ex, the track as a whole is really upbeat and has great vibes. Jackii gives her listeners a fresh, powerful beat to go with the chill melody in this piece. The song has some beach rock influences to go with the pop-indie melody creating a smooth sound. This makes the song pretty upbeat but also gives off a chill vibe. As for her lyrics, Jackii sings about the back and forth she goes through with this location and person. Lines such as "I'll never get sober because I guess I'm never getting over..." and "I hate Florida but I don't really mean it." All of these pertaining to the relationship Jackii has with this person: not wanting to stay but also not necessarily wanting to leave. This song is a wonderful blend of love, loss, anger, and sadness all while being swayed by the calming beach melody. Jackii makes funky, psychedelic pop/r&b music and wants to make the definition of queer music as fluid as your sexuality at 2am after a little too much tequila. She feels the most alive when she's performing. She writes and produces all of her music with her collaborators Ryan Raines (Dominic Fike, Peach Tree Rascals, Will Jay), Hudson Taylor (Kanye West), and Drea Rose. Her music is for people who are also fans of Omar Apollo, Rex Orange County, Maggie Rogers, Harry Styles, Ed Sheeran, Kehlani, SZA, and H.E.R. She has performed on some of the most prestigious stages in Los Angeles, headlined a festival in her hometown of the Florida Keys, had her music played on the radio all over Southern California, collaborated with dance superstar Tessa Brooks, and has been featured on numerous blog outlets. Written By Melina Darlas FOLLOW JACKII KENNEDY:

Many people dream about falling in love, and while for most it eventually becomes a reality, it doesn’t always feel real at first. “Blue” by Josie Edie May captures the awestruck feeling of realizing you’re falling in love and the other person loves you back. It’s a bright and lighthearted love song that transports the listener to the beginning of what feels like real love. Through its production, vocals, and lyricism, “Blue” elicits a joyful, dreamlike soundspace, celebratorily bringing the listener into the sweet beginnings of a starry-eyed romance. The production of “Blue” elevates the starry-eyed atmosphere with light notes, acoustics, and airy trumpets that complement May’s vocals. The lyricsim is very creative and captures the essence of the song’s story well. In lines such as “the lights in your eyes are out with space/and your eyes are the world turning in place,” May evokes the feeling of awe that often accompanies the beginning of falling in love. She furthers this in the line “magnets turning into superglue/and I can’t keep my eyes off you,” cementing the reality of their romance within the realization that it’s mutual. The music itself induces a summery, dreamlike ambience that perfectly accompanies the lyricism, entirely placing the listener into the number’s emotional state. In the chorus, May compares her old self to the version of herself she’s become in the relationship, which is seen in the line “who would've thought/that I'd say words that are not sarcastic in the slightest.” This is then followed by an amazed “you think that I'm the brightest one of them all,” further showing her wondrous delight at falling into a seemingly perfect kind of love. Josie Edie May is a 21-year-old singer and songwriter from Suffolk, and is currently based in Brighton. She’s largely inspired by artists such as Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers, Maisie Peters, and Kasey Musgraves. “Blue” is her newest single, and contrasts her last two releases as it is a positive and honest song about young love. May utilized sounds from the Brighton Pier arcade to enhance the number, which ultimately celebrates the simplicity of falling in love. Though May may be new to the music scene, she possesses talent far beyond her years and is sure to make an impact through her music. Written By Adelae Norwood FOLLOW JOSIE EDIE MAY:

If you need a new song to vibe out to, "Super Cold," by Vanda is the song for you. With its insanely catchy lyrics, rhythm and electric accompaniment it makes this emotional love-song stuck in our heads humming the melody. "Super Cold," by Vanda contains a love-based story, with soft and calm yet enchanting melodies that will resonate warmly with the listeners who are currently in love or finding love with their significant others or crushes. This love story is a tale about a young woman who wants to believe that her significant other loves her wholeheartedly. However her partner has cold-hearted tendencies but still finds ways to melt the artist's vulnerable heart. Vanda or Michelle Alyce Vanda is an LA-based singer/songwriter, who started her musical career at the age of 3, performing in various theater productions in and around her hometown of Chicago, Illinois. In between her musical theater rehearsals, Vanda began writing her own original music, exploring her sound by spending many hours in her father’s recording studio, which ultimately led to her passion and pursuit of pop music. So if you are interested in Vanda's musical journey be sure to follow her socials down below! Written By Troy Sica FOLLOW VANDA:

"Night Driving" by Lindsey Sampson is a song that will make you feel uplifted after you listen. It is a sweet love song that will make you think of someone you love dearly. This track is about loving someone so much that you want to show all of yourself to them and spend all the time you can with that person. The sweet lyrics and soft instrumental put a smile on your face. I love the meaning and songwriting of this song; it feels unique and refreshing. I especially enjoy the detail of using the pronoun "she" for God, that might be my favorite part of the song. Sonically, this track reminds me of Regina Spektor and Colbie Caillat. Lindsey Sampson sings about a happy relationship that is going through some trouble. Lindsey Sampson writes about her love very sweetly. It is a sweet message that, despite having had some turmoil in the relationship recently, you still love them no matter what. No matter how many disagreements you have, you are still in love and want to spend all your time with them. There is beauty in every part of a relationship, even when you have to lay down your armor and shield to show them parts of yourself you usually conceal. Lindsey Sampson is a Boston-based progressive Christian and posts about her ideals and spirituality on her Instagram account. Her faith is an important thing to her, but so are her ideals. Lindsey has an affinity for books, attributing a whole Instagram story highlight to her reads. She has a YouTube channel where she has posted covers and original songs and has been doing that off and on since 2016, her last post being published in 2020. Lindsey describes her sound as a little bit country and a little bit indie. Written By Emma Kimberli FOLLOW ARTIST:

"Cold Killer" is an anthem for those who have fallen into a player's trap. It's for those who knew what they were getting themselves into but still fell for their captivating tricks. This song focuses on the recognition that no one but herself is to blame. She saw the signs, she knew what this person was all about, but she still allowed herself to slip into their grasp. It is so easy to just let yourself get swept up in the immediate attraction and ignore the potential of experiencing heartbreak once it all comes crashing down. With a high-energy melody and an incredible array of tones and beats, noelle crafted this lively piece to reflect these emotions. The aspect of this song that was most enjoyable would have to be the exhilarating energy this song electrifies listeners with. The melody has that 80s twist to it bringing a lot of color and life to the sound. There is a deep base to build the foundation for some ethereal tones, vivid beats, and rich sounds. This song perfectly translates the swirling emotions that one would feel in this situation. Along with this wonderfully crafted melody are noelle's clever lyrics. She hits listeners with witty lines such as "With my clothes on the floor I'm not yours anymore" and "all lies all the time can't believe you were mine." This song is absolutely addicting to listen to and keeps listeners' attention from start to finish. Raised on the indigenous reserve in the Tyendinage Mohawk territory in Ontario Canada, noelle grew up surrounded by music in all forms. Singing since she was barely old enough to walk, she quickly learned the power of her voice. What started out as casually posting cover songs from her bedroom, soon led to her amassing over 90K subscribers on YouTube and eventually landing her a record deal. Now deep into songwriting, noelle uses music as therapy, knowing that her most authentic self is expressed through song. Working alongside some of today's top writers and producers (Phil Cook, Mike Wise, Geoff Warburton) noelle’s artistic vision is crystal clear and she's ready to take her unique sound out into the world. Written By Melina Darlas FOLLOW NOELLE:

“House with a View” is a sentimental ballad about taking agency in your own life. It’s hard to move on from someone, but Asha reminds us to learn how to stop waiting for someone. To build a life alone, and accept yourself because you will always have yourself. There’s a house with a view, and it’s only for you. Life is your own, and you create it for yourself. Her sound is inspired by modern dream pop but adds the nostalgia and sentimentality of ‘90s artists like Fiona Apple or Fleetwood Mac. The production and composition are thoughtfully done, adding beautiful guitar textures to Asha’s soft and supple voice. Her voice is full of emotion, resignation and acceptance that “you don’t belong here anymore”. The narrative is effortlessly written to evoke a natural feeling of purity and resonation; you are the one with the power to decide how your life goes; no one else has the power to tear down your house with a view. Asha’s charming voice and clever lyrics add another layer of depth to this song, a kaleidoscope of atmospheres, thoughts, and emotions Asha has held many roles in life; known as a composer, producer, audio editor, songwriter, and stage, she worked in a huge variety of industries: advertising, film, video games, and the stage, she only recently decided to put her talented thoughts to music for herself. Inspired by dark electronic pop, hip hop, and world music, she released her first album Of Something Better in 2020. But before that Now, with “House With a View”, her first single from her next album Magic, she shows us that she has a lot more to offer. Written By Megan Cao FOLLOW ASHA: