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A new anthem for romance songs, Franky’s “PDA” brings a cool tone to her music . With catchy beats and a chill melody, coupled with an upbeat chorus, her newest song is a surefire way to uplift someone's mood. Starting as a more chilled, layback pop song, the song quickly turns more upbeat with the presence of the chorus. The quicker beats and pop-like melody creates a catchy chorus for this song that listeners can relate to. Listen to "PDA" here The electric pop song begins with a simple strong beat in conjunction with a melody. Once the chorus hits however, the song gains more energy, creating an electrifying feeling within the song. The beats grow to be more prominent and the vocals strengthen. Another aspect is the background music to vocal ratio strengthens especially during the chorus, allowing vocals to pop more. Frankie also utilizes a strong lyrical pattern that makes her vocals stand out against the beat of the song. The Yorkshire (UK) based singer is making strides with her newest single. With over 69 thousand monthly listeners from the US and Europe, her platform has gained much growth over the years. After working with other artists, such as Icona Pop and Cheat Codes, in the past years, she has begun to start focusing on her personal music, and if “PDA” is any indication, her new music is sure to be a hit. Written By Gillian Mena FOLLOW FRANKY:

Nothing quite encapsulates the feeling of being entranced by a stranger than Matty Hendley's "Nobody Like U." When it comes to new infectious, mellow indie pop, this track definitely qualifies as an infectious anthem for lovesick teenagers and anyone who can relate to the song's message. Its rustic yet bewitching qualities make it such an engaging listen from beginning to end. Click here to listen to "Nobody Like U"! A summer indie love anthem for the ages, "Nobody Like U" is Matty Hendley's second single similar to the fantastical oeuvres of Conan Gray and Lauv. Adopting shimmering elements of indie pop with a tinge of country embedded with a mesmerizing acoustic banjo, this track oozes charisma and entrances the listener into a summertime symphony of newfound love and infatuation. "The lights come down on you, it's so, so good when you're in the room," chants Hendley, a perfect representation of the song's amorous message. I could picture this song fitting easily in a crisp, coming-of-age indie film, its ambiance is infectiously reminiscent of adolescence. Matty Hendley is a singer-songwriter based in Nashville who burst onto the scene with his first single, "i feel bad." Prior to his salient solo career, he had been the frontman for indie-folk group, Happy Landing. Following suit with his solo career in 2022, he focuses on the different avenues of love from vulnerability to infatuation while incorporating his indie-pop and indie-folk roots in the instrumentation. Written By Fatimah Bouri FOLLOW MATTY HENDLEY:

Rilee's debut single "Baby Disaster" oozes somber, cinematic grit and emotion. Dark, city streets welcome you with seedy, flickering neon signs. Varied scenes are illuminated epileptically, installations as unique as the colored lights above that you feel pressed against your closed eyelids. The futuristic cityscape is both deserted and full as the lights burst and vanish, your heart oscillating between awe, fear, and comfort. This lonely walk you take at night to contemplate and reminisce will provide catharsis if that's what you want. If you don't, just bop your head. The track opens with 80s-inspired, deep, heavy synthy bass that fades left and right, bouncing the uptempo rhythm. Rilee flows between two methods of delivering sensual lyricism: a rap-adjacent form of melodic spoken word that details the singer's frustration and a classic-pop, pitched-up falsetto that delivers emotional balance until it fades out at the song's end. Seek out this fine-tuned blend of synth-driven pop production and powerful, ranged vocals for an invigorating listen. Citing the undeniable combination of Rihanna and Britney Spears as her main influences, California native Rilee makes her idols proud here on her debut single, featuring maximalist production that provides the song with a satisfying depth you can sink your teeth into. Rilee has arrived on the scene, and she has made her claim, bringing huge suitcases full of sex appeal, mystery, talent, and, most importantly, vibes... absolute vibes. Written By George McSherry FOLLOW RILEE:

Starting with an electric pop background, Cassie Martins “lil 5i5” brings an upbeat mood to the table. With well thought lyrics in conjunction to the musicality of the background her newest single showcases her talent as an artist. While the background music of the song is upbeat and catchy, the lyrics tie everything together. As a whole an upbeat electric pop song is formed that is both catchy, as well as pleasing to the ear as a result of the various musical tactics present in the song. Listen to "Lil 5i5" here The song utilizes a mix of beats, background music, as well as vocals to tie together the song. One of the most notable aspects of the song itself is the lyricism and the lyrical breakdown within the various sections of the song. Within the beginning verses she utilizes the lyrics to go with the beat in order to make the song flow, but during the bridge the speech pattern changes. This not only changes the flow of the song, but emphasizes her words during this portion of the song. In the chorus she once again alters the flow to go smoothly with the beat allowing for a catchy chorus. Between her lyricism and the various flows of this song Cassie creates an exceptional display of musicality. Cassie is a Los Angeles based vocalist, producer and multi-instrumentalist. Since her 2016 debut with her songs “SOS” and “Love me well” she has gained over 19 thousand monthly streamers. This summer she will be releasing a 19 track album that she has written to display inner hardships, utilizing these hardships to empower herself and grow. If “Lil 5i5” is any indication of her work, what will come with this new album is sure to be a hit. Written By Gillian Mena FOLLOW CASSIE MARIN:

The somber feeling of being homesick is one that can feel hopeless. Feeling so far away from where you feel your best, where you leave behind the ones who love you and make you feel happy. A change in your environment can cause so many emotions to bubble up. These feelings are ones Josie Edie May knows all too well, and describes on her new track "Sea Salt." The track feels like a warm hug, an inviting feeling to welcome an embrace from someone you love. The instrumentation is folksy, it is almost space-like in the twinge of the guitar in the production. It feels vast, and very open, just like the ocean that May describes through the track. Pianos help keep this feeling centered as May's voice soars over the production. The lyrics are very vividly written, filled with elements of storytelling. May describes the pain she is feeling, through the imagery of floating in the ocean, "Sea salt water in our wound // A sharp pain that does you good // Wash away the broken skin // A tried mark that you forget // Close your eyes and clench your teeth // As you get used to the feeling of it // Lay on your back and stare at the sky // A salty tear joins the crashing tide." These emotions bring to life the emptiness she's feeling as time is moving so fast around her and changing things, "Floating as the time has stopped // In the palm of the sea, you shan't be dropped // Off shore, sailing, we have arrived at the coast // All structure and time, turned into a ghost." May describes that the feeling of homesickness occurs because home isn't just a place. That it's the people around us that brings us ground, "So strange in a place so large you feel so alone // Makes you realize, that when you say home it's not a number, or a seven-digit code, or a building on the side of the road // The people who fill you with love, laughter, and hope." Josie Edie May is a soft-pop, and country/folk artist based in Suffolk and Brighton in the United Kingdom. "Sea Salt" is her latest release, following the track "Washing Lines" from May 2022. May lists her biggest inspirations are Kacy Musgraves, Gabrielle Alpin, and Nina Nesbit. May's uniqueness in her craft comes from her beautiful voice, and the ability to tell stories through her lyricism. Her lyrics are full of depth, and are able to be interpreted through the mind in many different facets and ways. Written By Kyle Stiver FOLLOW JOSIE EDIE MAY:

If you ever felt overwhelmed and stressed when trying to 'reach for the stars,' or your ambitions, "Stars," by Drew Knight and Bradley Denniston should definitely be added to your playlist. Even when it "feels like you're falling," Drew Knight and Bradley Denniston are there to catch you through their powerful club-like dance music tied with their metaphorical lyrics and melodies; truly capturing the listeners attention. Drew Knight and Bradley Denniston's song, "Stars," is open to many interpretations. One could say that the song is about a heart-break, where a partner acts like a falling star, drowning in all their star-gazing memories with their ex significant other. Another, which I personally interpreted, could say that the song is about not being able to achieve your goals and ambitions. When these lyrics are sung in the chorus, "I'm falling into an ocean full of stars tonight" the listener could make a connection to the old saying, "Reach for the Stars," and think maybe the protagonist or singer of the song is drowning in their overwhelming stress of trying to succeed in life, whether that be romantically, financially or socially. Either interpretation or the listener's own interpretation is their own opinion but the message tied in with electronic club-like dance music will definitely have the song stuck in your head. DREW KNIGHT is a Synthwave/Retrowave artist from Florida. He may only have two singles under his belt but Knight is turning heads across the globe. For his new song, "Stars," he collaborated with the wonderful BRADLEY DENNISTON, who is a producer, engineer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist based out of the city Los Angeles, California. Denniston has worked on major blockbuster movies and if you want to follow his journey along with Drew Knight be sure to follow their socials down below! Written By Troy Sica FOLLOW DREW KNIGHT: FOLLOW BRADLEY DENNISTON:

In "Lost Without You" Schueler sings about how he was completely lost in life before he found his love. He sings about how he's worried to let this incomplete part of him shine through and expresses how he feels as if this other person is the only thing that's keeping him afloat. Listeners are able to sympathize with Schueler because sometimes people do feel very lost in life when they don't have someone to ground them. He sings about how "all these other things don't feel right to me" and how he "wasted so much time chasing every high." He's worried that without them, he would be thrown off track again since everything is right in the world when they are around. One of the main aspects of this song that stands out is how the entire vibe of the song is so chill, but Schueler is still able to express the depth of emotion he feels about this topic. It's evident that this is a piece about a transition between some pretty extreme stages in life and Schueler captures the emotions and feelings tied in with this experience extremely well. His voice sounds so passionate, and his lyricism reveals how much importance this other person holds to him. Even though the melody is pretty chill, it still has a bit of a kick to it. There are some pretty powerful beats and a bit of energy in the melody overall. This piece truly is a great song that expresses finding your grounding through the person you love. New pop artist, Drew Schueler is a master at creating unique yet familiar songs full of vibrant vocals and melodies, electro-pop synth textures, electric guitar, and programmed beats, similar to Lauv, Justin Bieber, and LANY. Drew cut his teeth in Cincinnati and Nashville fronting and producing alternative pop bands but is now breaking into the pop mold. He not only wrote his entire debut EP (New Perspective ), but also played all the instruments, produced, and mixed the entire project himself. “I have always been fascinated by all aspects of creating music,” Drew said. “As with any kind of art, every tiny detail matters and I love knowing everything that goes into my music.” Along with his growing artist career, Schueler is a thriving songwriter, instrumentalist, and producer, working out of his studio in Nashville. Written By Melina Darlas FOLLOW DREW SCHUELER:

We have little to no say in how things go. Even if we plan out every moment, other plans are in place that messes up everything. While the idea may be daunting and roadblocks pile up, it doesn't mean we should ever stop. As we take the smallest step in our lives, we're constantly reminded of what our past held and how it can affect us. But if we're stepping into the next part of our lives, shouldn't we be looking into the future? Bre Kennedy shows us how she's looking excitedly into her future and journey of letting go with her newest release "Ribbon". With its revitalizing melody and her stunning vocals, this track is sure to stick in your head and make you want to feel the moment. With this release, Bre Kennedy gives us a visualizer as beautiful as the song itself. The video shows Kennedy going through a room filled with ribbons, masking every path while she walks through with no worries--showing us how she's ready to dive into her next adventure. The lyrics are motivating and inspired, as shown when she sings, "Cause if I don't know where I'm going/means I got somewhere to go". Because there's no predicting what comes next, no matter how much we want to know our path, we must live it to see it. But with this song, we can see how Kennedy finds beauty in it--how while we can't change how everything goes, we also can change how anything went, so we might as well float free. Bre Kennedy is a phenomenal singer/songwriter based in Nashville, Tennessee. Growing up in a musical household, she's been exposed to many different types of music. So, after spending some time in LA, she drove off to discover her sound and musical identity in Nashville. She's known for her storytelling ability in music, creating relatable and authentic tracks in a folk-pop genre inspired by the greats. Before this song, Kennedy released her stunning single titled "Twenty Something (All or Nothing)" which captured the hearts of her fans and left us wanting more. With "Ribbon" our hearts are happy and excited for everything she has to offer us. Written by Jane Katryn FOLLOW BRE KENNEDY:

There's a frustration that lies in angry communication. When we get into fights, our emotions are high, our comebacks are fast, and our filters come down because all we want is to stop being in the situation we're in. We say things because our minds are irrational when we're mad, and sometimes we don't want to take the time to cool down before we finish the talk. Now, We Three comes with the song "Kissin' When We're Mad" which is exactly as it sounds, kissing to solve the frustration of arguing. It's an alt-pop production with a dynamic feeling, bringing us on the rollercoaster of our thoughts during a fight. "Kissin' When We're Mad" is made by the frontman of We Three, Manny Humlie. The song is honest, it's personal, and it's enticing. The lyrics portray a particular vulnerability paired with this passionate melody to complement it wonderfully. It talks about how frustration can get the best of us, how our words seem to mean too little when they're said so often and to show this, Humlie sings, "Sorry's just a word I use it badly/Every time I say it's more empty". It's so hard to make other people understand exactly how we feel, and when we're trying to apologize, the easiest way to try is to say it-- but that doesn't always work. It matters what we do to fix the situation, so "Maybe I should kiss you when we're mad" seems to be Manny Humlie's way of ensuring they get what he's saying. We Three is a sibling pop trio consisting of Manny (frontman), Bethany (bass), and Joshua (keys/drums). They're bold and honest with their songwriting and productions--and it's paid off. They're so close to breaking 200 million streams; because of this, we can see how the group is soaring. Their music is catchy, fiery, and the lyrics explore relatable and hefty life experiences, which give fans a reason to listen. Starting in October, We Three is going on a European tour sure to provide fans with energetic and unforgettable performances for all who come. This song, "Kissin' When We're Mad" is part of their new album titled "Happy" which is available to listen to on all platforms. Written by Jane Katryn FOLLOW WE THREE:

"Novocaine" is a love song where James uses the drug as a synonym for how he feels about his love. He sings about how being with this person gives him an immense amount of ecstasy and serotonin, making him feel as if he has taken the drug. Especially in the chorus, he sings about his experience with love but makes it sound like he is on the drug itself. Clever lines such as "You give me something to crave that leaves me burning for days" and "it's like a chemical haze it takes me far away" strengthen this allusion that he is making to what love feels like. This song is very fast-paced and heightens listeners' emotions to give them a taste of what James himself is experiencing. The first thing I noticed when listening to this song is how rapid the melody is and how quickly James sings his lyrics. I think that this adds even more strength to his argument that love is like a drug. Being in love, and on drugs, I guess you could say, makes life extremely vivid and as if everything around you is moving faster. Emotions and feelings are heightened, and James perfectly captured that feeling by making his song move along at such a quick pace. Another aspect to note is how the melody doesn't consist of too many elements, allowing his vocals to truly have the spotlight. By giving his lyrics more attention in the song, listeners are really able to hear what he has to say when they aren't too distracted by too much going on in the melody. As for his vocals, James' voice stays at a lighter pitch and he hits some good notes throughout the piece. His voice beautifully expresses the emotions that he is feeling in this piece and James did an amazing job at producing such a lively love song. Gavin James is an Irish singer/songwriter who grew up in a household filled with musical talent. Beginning his music career early, James played in a rock band at the age of 8 and by age 21 began focusing on his solo career. In 2013 he released his award-winning song, "Say Hello", and signed deals with Sony and Capitol Records. He released his debut album, Bitter Pill, in 2015 and was awarded a Platinum certificate for sales in Ireland, and won the Choice Music Prize for Best Single released in 2015. Having had over 1.5 billion global streams, selling 250,000 tickets worldwide, shows with Niall Horan, Sam Smith, and Ed Sheeran, and having secured 22 platinum records in 8 different countries, Gavin James shared his highly anticipated new album 'The Sweetest Part' which released on July 22. Written By Melina Darlas FOLLOW GAVIN JAMES:

Do you remember what it was like to be a kid? Kaitlin Stark’s “big girl now” is a trip down memory lane for any one who wants to reminisce about their childhood. Life passes by so fast, and we don’t get a chance to slow down and appreciate how far we’ve come. Changes can happen in the snap of a finger, and sometimes that time when you were a kid feels like a completely different lifetime. Being a kid was a lot easier than being a grown-up, that's for sure, and Stark puts all of our unspoken feelings into this bittersweet ballad. As soon as the song starts, we get transported back into our childhoods and witness the magic slipping through our fingers. What used to be such simple joys in life has become something to be ashamed of. The chorus is a wake up call. Life may be hard, and life may be a “goddamn mess,” but we survive. The song moves on and talks about how we are constantly walking on eggshells because anyone and everyone is affected by what we say. The chorus repeats twice and sandwiches a verse that highlights the grim direction life is heading. The song ends with a simple plea to return to a simpler time.  Singer-songwriter, Kaitlin Stark, is an emerging artist who already has thousands of supporters only having released music this year. Stark’s ability to connect with her audience through introspective lyrics is apparent in all of her music. Kaitlin Stark’s journey has just begun and we can’t wait for her to continue exploring her voice and storytelling through her music.  Written By Magen Zeng FOLLOW KAITLIN:

Natalia Zuk’s latest single “Unbreakable You” is as beautiful as it is heartbreaking. Through the song’s mourning tone, there is a feeling of bittersweetness. In the face of an unfulfilling relationship, Zuk has realized the level of love and commitment that she wants and deserves. It is this realization that gives the song a sense of uplift: the shedding of a painful past in favor of a more promising future, and the relief that comes from no longer placing expectations on a person who will never fulfill them. This sense of escape, however, can only soften the pain of lost love, never fully take it away. “Unbreakable You” is a quintessential breakup song, perfectly easing you through the heartache with the knowledge that you will come out stronger on the other side. “Unbreakable You” starts slowly: a prominent piano and haunting, reverberating background vocals before Zuk enters. The first verse is bare, only featuring Zuk with a supporting piano. In the pre-chorus, there are only two long, sustained chords, creating motion into the chorus, which introduces an arpeggiated guitar that feels like raindrops supporting the vocal melody. The guitar fades to swelling chords in the second verse, punctuating the piano’s melody. The second chorus is the song’s first climax, Zuk fills the remaining open space with more guitars and harmonies. The chorus swells into the bridge, where there is a momentary lull before the explosive entrance into the final chorus, where Zuk has filled the instrumental with background vocals, new guitar parts, and an aggressively sforzando piano. The exuberance of the music recontextualizes Zuk’s lyrics. This third chorus marks the change in Zuk's outlook, from regretting the poor treatment that was forced on her in the past, to the hope and determination to find something better in the future. Ontario based singer-songwriter Natalia Zuk is still at the outset of her musical career, but her music is filled with promise of a rising star. Her piano-driven ballads evoke comparisons to Regina Spektor, while her modernized pop sound, filled with vocal harmonies and powerful lyrics, give a modern makeover to a classic genre. Her first single, 2021’s “It’s Not Over” features much of the same, driving emotions that allow listeners to empathize with Zuk’s heart-wrenching lyrics. Outside of recording and performing her originals, Natalia also works as a vocal coach, helping students unlock the full potential of their voices. Written By Liam Dun FOLLOW NATALIA: