"Modern Romance" by NEVE takes the topic of how relationships aren't how they used to be and turns it into a robust pop-rock conversation. NEVE wrote "Modern Romance" after many a discussion with her friends about their thoughts on how love and romance have changed with the times. There's this lack of sentiment that comes with this new age of dating--the normalization of meeting people online, the ease of access to virtual dates/conversation, and everything else that makes the importance of being face-to-face a little less critical. There's a lack of intimacy and sincerity that romance has now--the movie romance trope of spending days wooing a potential lover fading away. When talking about this disconnect with modern romance in "Modern Romance" NEVE sings, "I don't know how to love like this/Intimate but through the phone" talking about how this new age of technology might connect us all but removes the intimacy that romance is supposed to have. We're detached yet together, and NEVE perfectly describes that with her lyrics. The pop-rock track is fun, meshing the meaning with drums, guitar, and an electric feel. The track captivates listeners with her vocals and fiery melody, making "Modern Romance" a song fans can dance and relate to. NEVE is from a small town in the north of Ireland called Holywood, moving to Reading when she started university. The talented singer/songwriter establishes her third single with this release, "Modern Romance". Surprisingly, NEVE started her journey into music by studying musical theatre and going through classical training before finding her way into the pop genre. She's inspired by prominent powerhouse vocalists such as Katy Perry and Lady Gaga--shown within her lyrical prowess and how she's establishing herself as someone to speak out about authentic and hard-hitting topics. Written by Jane Katryn FOLLOW NEVE:

Sometimes, we all need to just get up and dance around to let go of detrimental blues and persistent worries. It's no wonder dancing is constantly listed as a regiment when it comes to self-care routines; it's proven to be effective and lift one's spirit! Son Savage's "Just Keep Dancing" is just that: a regimental summer banger that promotes getting down and busting a move! Not only is this track infectious, but it also highlights positivity through anthemic lyrics. This anthemic track is imbued with infectious 80s elements from sizzling synthesizers to robotic background vocals. In a word, it's almost intergalactic and has the incredible potency to transport the listener into a groove-infused universe. Much of the lyricism focuses on being an intimately groovy space with a special someone. The chorus swells tremendously as Son Savage croons, "Forget the world with me and just keep dancing." It's a summery, shimmering tune that could easily fit on any dance-pop playlist. Lebanese Dubai-based Son Savage spent most of his life working in the corporate world before deciding to set his heart on music after the August 4 Beirut Blast which destroyed his hometown. Since that travesty, he found comfort in music and began pursuing a music career. Much of his music centers on dance-pop and infectious electronica, developing his own eccentric style. His 2021 debut album "Folie À Deux" was his tremendous debut into the music realm, embracing dance-pop elements and discussing themes of love and madness. Written By Fatimah Bouri FOLLOW SON SAVAGE:

There's something addictive about rollercoasters--the ups, the downs, the loops, and the fast pace of it all. We're addicted to the thrill it gives, the feeling in our stomachs that makes us want to seek out more. But sometimes, we find ourselves finding this same feeling in our relationships, the highs and lows describing the toxicity of it all-- the goods feeling so good but having to go through the worst of lows. It feels inescapable like you're stuck for the ride. "Rollercoaster" by Charlotte Sands describes just this, the ways we seek the thrills of a relationship and end up realizing that the lack of constancy might drive us insane. But there's always that lingering thought that since we've gone through so much together that getting off that ride seems impossible. With this alternative pop track, we see the dizzying feeling that comes with a turbulent relationship. "Rollercoaster" is mesmerizing. Charlotte Sands starts the song with this buildup of instruments, the guitar, her voice, and then the drums. It slowly lets us climb up this hill until we find ourselves sitting at the top, waiting for the drop. Sands sings the lyrics, "You change but never tell me when/I don't know who I'm up against" and brings us on this rollercoaster, anticipating the rises and falls associated with this ride. Sands' vocals are powerful, striking this harmony with the melody and setting our feelings on fire with an unmatched intensity that drags us in. The song truly feels like a rollercoaster in the best of ways, our hearts moving with the track and our minds fixated on the meaning. Charlotte Sands is authentic, fiery, and phenomenal. The singer/songwriter has captured hearts and minds with her relatable and vulnerable music. Over this lockdown, she dropped seven singles and amassed a large crowd of fans, passionately inspired and welcomed by her words and talent. Sands is based in Nashville, TN, but starting on September 6th is going to be traveling around the US for her headlining tour, "Love and Other Lies" where she can connect with her fans on a more intimate level, giving them a space to feel free and express themselves with her music and performances. Written by Jane Katryn FOLLOW CHARLOTTE SANDS:

Why does everything look more desirable when we know it’s not good for us? It could have to do with the rush of adrenaline we feel. Maybe we just think that if we hold onto that thing for long enough, we just might turn it into something positive. Whatever the reason, we can all agree that we are often times tempted into danger and risk. In “Follow,” Joakim Lundell and JHN team up on an upbeat dance track about staying in an unhealthy relationship. I enjoyed the structure of the song. In the verses, the lyrics tell the listener how unhappy the two lovers are in their relationship. Once the chorus comes around, they start second guessing themselves. It builds and builds until the words, “take that leap and go, and I will follow down the darkest road ‘cause I need you close.” This line makes all the negative things in the lyrics irrelevant. In other words, the two lovers would rather be in each other’s lives with all the struggles than not at all. As for the music and instrumentation, I like how it builds with the lyrics. In verses, the music is upbeat but calm. On the other hand, the chorus has a brighter dance beat. It is almost as if this beat is illustrating the happiness of not ending the relationship. Joakim Lundell is a Swedish singer that began his musical career in 2017. Since then, his work has acquired over 50 million streams and has been certified Platinum five times in Sweden. Moreover, many of Lundell’s singles have shot up to the top spots of Spotify Sweden’s Top 50 Playlist. The other mastermind behind this song is JHN. His Spotify bio really caught me eye. It says, “I write songs about people and hope they take the hint.” With that being said, I would not be surprised if the events in “Follow” are based on a real-life experience. Written By Kelli Dixon FOLLOW JOAKIM: FOLLOW JHN:

If you had ever felt 'Blue' at 3 AM and need some music to help guide your thoughts "Small Town Blues," by About Gorillas and Vampires would be the perfect choice. A song that highlights the emotions, sorrow, and restriction that one may feel when their life is not going the way they had wished, wanting to just drop everything, seeing themselves "getting out of here." With the song's dark and melancholic tone combined with the wonderful and catchy electric beat and lyrics, "Small Town Blues," truly captures the listeners attention. The song tells a story to the listener, expressing unfulfilled dreams, about leaving everything behind to start all over. About Gorillas and Vampires also emphasizes within their song is the fact that no matter what you dream/wish to do or whatever actions you dare to take, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. "About Gorillas and Vampires," formed on the outskirts of Cologne Germany, in 2010, when two people fell in love not only for each other but also with their musical capabilities. One (he) being a professional audio engineer and musician and the other (she) being always interested in writing and singing, came together to work on different demo tracks thus creating the Indie Synth Pop Duo we know of today as, "About Gorillas and Vampires." They both wear LED masks to preserve their anonymity but be sure to keep up with their journey by following their socials down below! Written By Troy Sica FOLLOW ABOUT GORILLAS AND VAMPIRES:

"Runaway Cinderella" is a dance-pop piece with a jaunty set of lyrics and melodies. In this song, JULAPINK sings about how commitment and long-term relationships are not really her fashion. She prefers to connect with someone for the night, and then move on from the situation. It's refreshing to hear a song about infatuations, and how having a good time with someone you're interested in for a night doesn't mean that it necessarily has to turn into something long-term. This song is very light-hearted and focuses on how you can have a fun time with someone without the issue of feelings having to come up. The aspect of this song that stood out the most would have to be JULAPINK'S voice. She has a deeper tone to her vocals than most female artists that I have heard, and it's a very appealing sound. This deeper tone provides a good contrast to the melody of the song. The lively melody has such a light tone to it, so when mixed with her deeper vocals this new layer of sound is created. The high mixed with the low is such a good take and makes this song so enticing. As for the lyrics, they provide a truly neat take on this aspect of romance. Lines such as "envision me with you the rest of your life" followed by "that's not really my vibe" and "baby I'll be running when the clock strikes" give off an air of confidence and being assured in what she truly wants. The lyrics provide the audience with the idea of being confident in how they feel and what they truly want, even if it doesn't line up with what the other wants. JULAPINK was raised in New York City and started writing music at the age of 13. It was this early that she began self-producing and releasing her music. Just at the age of 6, she began playing piano and studying with Inesa Sinkevych of The Manhattan School for Music winning international titles and performing at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. Her love of pop music overshadowed her love for classical music and she found herself heavily influenced by listening to artists such as Lady Gaga, Kesha, Usher, and Maroon 5. Regardless of what genre and style she brings into her productions, JULAPINK’s hooky melodies and unique vocal tambor remain constant reminiscent of Olivia Rodrigo, early Katy Perry, Tate McRae, and Dua Lipa. Jula has worked with Grammy Award-winning mixers and engineers, as well as been mentored by acclaimed drummer, Sterling Campbell. Written By Melina Darlas FOLLOW JULAPINK:

There's a bitter feeling that comes with heartbreak, and while we might want to be the bigger person in that situation, sometimes that bitterness takes over. That urge to be heartbroken in the most chaotic of ways comes to life with Ari Dayan's new song, "Ashley" where she talks about her ex finding a new person--and how with her heartbreak (and a little internet stalking), she finds the person is fantastic and how unreasonable hatred arose. It's easy to hate when you're in pain, so "Ashley" is a song that fuels that anger and brings that other person down even if they don't do anything to warrant it, but who says anger has to be rational? With a fiery and distorted bass, Ari Dayan switches gears from her upbeat and fun pop sound for something a little more angsty and rock-inspired. It's catchy, intense, and strangely empowering-- and it makes for a fantastic track. Her voice melds well with the change, she's delving into a rawer feeling, and her powerful vocals only stand to emphasize that. It reads as a vent song, trying to put someone else down to make herself feel a little bit better after the breakup. It's witty and a little clever in a mean kind of way. She sings the words, "She can't love you like I love you" on the bridge, and it's the perfect example of the song's meaning-- that no one is better than her. Ari Dayan is from Los Angeles, born and raised. The brilliant pop artist has many stunning songs such as "One Hundred" and "Good Reason" and is only continuing to enamor listeners with her newest single, "Ashley". She contains a sense of authenticity within her song, leaving a reflective quality with a fun and powerful delivery. Dayan takes influences from amazing artists such as Stevie Nicks, Sia, and Robyn-- and with her unique sound is sure to leave listeners wanting more. Written by Jane Katryn FOLLOW ARI DAYAN:

“Survivor’s Guilt” is a timeless, breezy hit about how we deal with our feelings of guilt following losing something important to us. The original meaning of this single stems from the loss of Blais’s family dog, but the message goes much deep in the end. As we grow older, we find that we will inevitably lose that which is important to us. The challenge comes not from the loss itself, but from the guilt and blame we put on ourselves. You can’t help responsible for the outcome in some way, no matter it be the end of a life, relationship or something more. This song serves as a gentle reminder to not be so hard on yourself, and realize that you are not the one at fault for the circumstance you are in. Blais says that originally, this single started off as a sad piano ballad, very much matching the mood of the subject matter. However, in the end, “Survivor’s Guilt” turned into a more summery and upbeat tune that contrasts the lyrics. This difference may seem odd or out of place, however it makes the song have a positive outlook and meaning, which is what the end goal of this song is. Its purpose is to be relatable to listeners while also encouraging them to be kinder to themselves, this positive energy is really needed in order to do this. The song still carries a weight of importance to it, however the relaxed guitar and vocals makes this track a great indie-pop hit. Haley Blais is a Vancouver-based artist that has been in the spotlight for many years. Starting back in 2014, Blais grew an impressive following on her YouTube page which led her then to release her debut LP, “Below the Salt”. With her vlogs and songs combined, Blais has grown a following of over 175K on YouTube and reached 195K monthly Spotify listeners. Haley releases music that is vulnerable and raw, always containing lines of confession about serious topics in her life. These truthful lyrics and meanings are what keeps the fans coming back for more. Haley Blais is a name you’ll want to remember in the upcoming months, she’s sure to reach new heights within her artistry! Written By Emily Hancock FOLLOW HALEY BLAIS:

I'd never imagined a Thom Yorke and Imogen Heap collaboration before. Now I don't need to. Some intangible extends itself from the track that seals the piano balladry as a track made for staring out the window on your trip to the moon, brooding and reminiscing about what you left back on that rock that was your home. "Galaxy Eyes" features varied production that demonstrates range to the point that it threatens to split the seams of the MP3 file (do we still use MP3 files? 🤷‍♂️ ) Introduced by piano and subtle, pitched-up background warbles that set the scene out in the cosmos of the emotional mind. Andriana's low and fervent vocals enter just shortly before the supporting voice from collaborator Joshua Glass comes in to add a layer that fades in and out, highlighting the song's emotion and adding palpable depth. Dulled, rolling bass and 808s combine to fill the vast space while piano and distorted guitar take turns decorating the sound musical structure, the elements of which combine to curate a galactic, otherworldly musical landscape. In the crafting of her fine-tuned projects, Andriana Chobot employs a wide array of musical influences in her production, ranging from rock, folk, and indie to jazz. Having started her musical journey on the piano aged just four years old, Andriana has continued to develop her ever-evolving style throughout her career which has also taken her beyond the recording studio into work on dramatic theatre productions. The Canadian musician currently resides in Vermont with her beloved Rhodes keyboard. Written By George McSherry FOLLOW ANDRIANA:

The intersection of funky, gospel-inspired pop and vulnerable lyricism is oddly empowering. Emarosa's versatile new track "Attention" fits right into pretty much any playlist I can imagine. Crafted for catharsis, the song is rife with both emotional relatibility and plenty of energy; I fully intend to strain my vocal cords singing the track poorly and oh-so-loudly in the shower. Tight, staccato drum loops bounce in and amongst the synth chords that build the energy alongside the pitched-up falsetto vocals before the soulful crescendo into the chorus. The production is layered and vibrant, but best of all uncomplicated, relying on its stripped-back nature to allow the powerful vocals and percussion to really bolster the track's energy and depth. Gospel-inspired backing vocals croon alongside stomps & claps that are introduced to lead us to the song's end. Emarosa is the moniker used by the established, multi-talented duo of guitarist, ER White, and vocalist, Bradley Scott Walden who have collaborated for over a decade. The band has worn many masks since its formation in 2006 as band members have come and gone; Emarosa continued shifting its style accordingly, switching lanes from metalcore to alternative in its early evolution while building on a foundation of energetic pop-rock in more recent years. The duo makes use of an array of production techniques, combining elements of synth wave and alternative music to fashion "glittery pop". Their journey from the world of metal to their current style must have been a twisted road but the final product is undeniably infectious. Written By George McSherry FOLLOW EMAROSA:

In “You Became God,” Atomic Blonde sings about being consumed by an unhealthy romantic relationship. She became so focused on pleasing the other person with love and devotion that she forgot her own happiness. What good is love if it’s only one-sided? I have an analogy for you. Think about if all the love you have to give was stored in a bucket. You go to that storage of love to “fill up” other people’s buckets. If you are not shown love in return, then your bucket can not be replenished, and eventually, you will have no more love to give. That is exactly how Atomic Blonde is feeling in this song. I liked the simplistic instrumentation. During the verses, the repeating piano loop added on to melancholy-ness of the song. Moreover, Atomic Blonde adds to the depth of the song with her vocals. I enjoyed her harmonies and how she uses them to represent the song of angels that she sings about. It is worth noting that even though the song sounds sad, it has a happy ending. The chorus ends with the words, “I will no longer worship you.” This signifies a fresh start. Hopefully, Atomic Blonde will find someone to give her the love she deserves. Atomic Blonde’s musical inspirations include Billie Eilish and Lana Del Rey. When I read this, it was no surprise to me as “You Became God” sounded similar to the works of Lana Del Rey. As for her outlook on music in general, Atomic Blonde uses it as an escape from difficult times. I think expelling negative emotions though music is a very healthy practice, and it is something that more people should do. Written By Kelli Dixon FOLLOW ATOMIC BLONDE:

"Feel About Me" is a high-energy, dance-pop piece about not knowing whether or not you should take the risk and pursue the person you have feelings for. It's about not knowing whether or not the other person is as definite about their feelings as you are, so it's difficult to decide what to do with your feelings. This theme is presented in a lively EDM piece which has a beat and melody that heightens these emotions and feelings. This song has an incredible cohesiveness to it, and all aspects of the song connect with one another in such an excellent way. Anything related to love is an experience that's full of feelings, and Indigo Kxd produced this piece to reflect high-energy situations. The aspect of this song that stands out the most is the electric melody. It's very prominent throughout the song and heightens the emotions associated with the piece. The melody is perfect for a good dance-pop piece, as it takes listeners on a journey. It starts out rather chill, but it consistently picks up with new sounds and more volume second by second. Then at the chorus, it all releases. Even during the chorus, the melody switches up a bit to keep the sound interesting. As for the vocals, the voice matches the energy of the song very well. The vocals are full of passion, and the pitch intertwines with the tempo of the melody to create a very cohesive sound. The piece overall is full of life, emotion, and spirit and instantly puts listeners in a great mood. Indigo Kxd is a producer/songwriter from Leicester, UK, and is no stranger to the music industry. Having penned and produced hits for a multitude of artists from varying genres, he’s managed to amass well over 100 million streams. Despite working with artists across the musical spectrum, Indigo Kxd would emphasize House & Dance music as his true passion. At the start of 2022, he was able to put his admiration into practice with the release of his first record "Last Night" which secured a place in the Top 10 of the Music Week charts UK and received vast support from BBC introducing, who made the song track of the week. Fast forward to now, Indigo Kxd has teamed up with well-respected writers Syon and Amira Eldine to create a laid-back but energetic pop dance record, creating the perfect mood to transition into the UK spring with ‘Said and Done’. Written By Melina Darlas FOLLOW INDIGO KXD: