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Ending a relationship comes with variations of feelings, each depending on the situation. There can be heartbreak, resentment, acceptance, and many others, all valid and specific to each person. For Bella Rios, her latest single “Leaving” depicts the feelings she is experiencing as her relationship comes to an end. For Rios, these emotions align more with anger, snarkiness, and a strong sense of finality. The only question she has left is which version of her partner is facing this breakup. This track is upbeat and exciting, with hints of rock and pop soundscapes. Rios takes listeners through a storyline of having to constantly ask which version of her partner she is with. She is tired of the back and forth, and feels like there is no way to build a true love on such rocky grounds. Her partner lacks the ability to keep a solid stance, constantly switching sides and personality traits. Rios’ journey is told through rhetorical questions to the audience. Her lack of sureness comes through in her lyrics, with constant questioning of every bit of their relationship. The track opens with a quickly strum guitar, as she sings, “Is this passing or permanent? / Is this a sign we’re past saving? / Is this mind over matter / Or heart over healing?” She doesn’t even know where to start, and doesn’t even know if this relationship should even be ending. Her voice has a slight country twang, and a whole lot of attitude. By the chorus, Rios has settled into her decision, and feels secure in her choice to end the partnership. She kicks herself for being so unsure, and her mind feels all over the place, but she wraps up the chorus by singing, “So which you’s the one who’s speaking / I just wanna know / Which you am I leaving?” Her snarky tone is emphasized by electric guitars and vocalizing, a true cacophony coaxing her into staying strong in this choice. Bella Rios is a twenty-two year old singer songwriter currently based in Nashville, TN. Rios was born and raised in the lively city of Chicago, and recounts her love of music being born at age five, when she began to learn classical piano. Her parent’s taste of musical icons like Queen, Fleetwood Mac, and Aerosmith bleed in the edge she has to her sound, with modern day artists like Olivia Rodrigo, Lady Gaga, and Renee Rapp adding to the pop and feminine anger side. With multiple singles and two EP’s released since 2019, Rios is making her way up the charts and into listeners' Spotify playlists. Her music is raw and real, and has notes of sassiness and candor that make her easy to love and relate to. Make sure to follow the social medias below to hear more from Bella Rios. Written By Tessa Maddaloni FOLLOW BELLA RIOS: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

The Haunt’s latest single, “Worst Taste In Men,” is a fiery anthem that sets the listener ablaze with blind rage. As the fourth release from Ghost, their upcoming sophomore album, the song gives their fans a taste of the new project. In “Worst Taste In Men,” the band leans into its heavier side while lead singer Anastasia Grace Haunt pours her heart out. Throughout the angsty rock track, she recounts her past relationships and the red flags she ignored. From lying and cheating to manipulation and gaslighting, the singer excused her exes’ behaviors and admits she has the worst taste in men. She sees a toxic man and sees a project she can fix, not a danger she needs to run from. She is self-aware and desperate to stop this vicious cycle, but she cannot let go of this pattern. It is ingrained in her, something that has defined each one of her relationships. The song is gut-wrenchingly relatable, underscoring the death of modern dating and the atrocities that occur alongside it. “Worst Taste In Men” is a fiery rock song that switches The Haunt’s sound into a heavier, grittier style. The song begins with a distorted sound that, after a moment, transitions into an explosive rock soundscape. The production emulates the classic 90s punk rock style while maintaining The Haunt’s individualistic taste. Anastasia’s raw emotions overflow into the music, emphasizing the hurt, anger, and resentment she feels towards these men. When the bridge enters, the audience is hit like a punch to the gut, as the kick drum represents the emotional beating Anastasia has endured… and the physical beating these men deserve. With “Worst Taste In Men,” The Haunt has successfully set their hooks in their listeners, who are shaking in anticipation for their upcoming album. The Haunt is an alt-rock band consisting of siblings, Anastasia Grace Haunt as lead vocals and Maxamillion "Max" Haunt on guitar and production. They made their debut in 2017 with their single, "All Went Black," which was featured on their 2018 self-titled EP. Since then, they have amassed nearly half a million monthly listeners on Spotify and released three additional EPs, as well as their debut album, New Addiction. Their sophomore EP, Ghost, is set for release on October 30th, just in time for Halloween. Follow The Haunt on all social media to stay up to date with new releases and announcements! Written By Karlee Skipper FOLLOW THE HAUNT: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

You can be presented with all the red flags in the world and sometimes it’s still not enough to turn you away when you’re so infatuated with someone. You find excuses for every behavior because the want is so strong. All logic goes out the window when the possibility of sharing something deeper comes into play. It’s a whirlwind and it never turns out the way you hope, but sometimes it can be fun to get lost in the chaos. Lucy Frost’s new single “Shit Kicker” captures the thrilling push and pull of falling for someone despite seeing their flaws. It’s energetic and infectious capturing all that comes with having a new obsession. It’s the perfect song for summer flings laced in delusion. “Shit Kicker” is the final roll out single for Lucy’s debut album “Vitamins.” This track allowed her to explore the wilder side of herself that gives up self-control and logic to desire. She stated “Shit Kicker” is about falling headfirst, eyes closed, towards what will only be an inevitable downfall. It can be addictive to want someone you know is bad for you. You try to chase the thoughts about but the lingering what if’s push you closer and closer. It’s a relatable feeling that Lucy captured perfectly. “I’ll make you mine, I think I’ll make you my fixation.” With a fun bass line, head bumping drums and lust filled guitar melodies, this is the song you’ll blare with the windows rolled down. Lucy Frost is a Boston Native singer-songwriter. She fell in love with musical composition and songwriting at a young age and even graduated from Berklee College of Music. She has a great knack for writing in a variety of genres and styles with her background in film scoring and her experience as a multi-instrumentalist. Her lyricism is heavily inspired by artists like Elliot Smith, Jeff Buckley, Bob Dylan and modern favorites Billie Eilish and Lola Young. With Lucy now based in Los Angeles, she’s navigated all the unique ways to blend engaging narratives and cinematic textures bringing her dark-pop sound to life. Her debut album “Vitamins” will be out soon to show her listeners the vastness of her artistry. Follow the links down below to stay up to date on the release because trust you won’t want to miss it! Written By Emylee Herring FOLLOW LUCY FROST: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube

"Good Together" is the latest single from della, a song that delineates the jealousy that comes with seeing your former significant other dating someone new. della sings directly to this person, recognizing that how her ex treated her in their relationship is identical to how he treats his new girlfriend. della is still heartbroken over the breakup and devasted that he moved on so quickly, and that someone else gets to experience the same things she did with him, such as going on romantic dates and meeting his family. She is mad at both of them, but also idolizes their relationship because of her nostalgic feelings. Strong and powerful vibes of pop and country intertwine and influence the entirety of “Good Together”’s instrumentation and production. Cute and classy synths adorn southern guitar chords and drums, supplemented by della’s vocals, which make for the perfect country song but still maintain a focus on mainstream pop. This song could be played at a pool party, but also at a western-themed bar, which shows how sonically diverse “Good Together” is. This single also has many other creative elements, such as the second chorus being longer than the first, revealing more lyrics as you listen, representing della’s impeccable songwriting abilities. della grew up with aspirations to pursue acting, performing in theatre productions, but she switched paths upon honing her musical craft. She began to release music in June 2024, with her debut single “Matthew’s In Love”. Just a few months later, she published her first EP, Playing Pretend. Now, she’s working on her first album. della has shown she is a swift and hardworking musician, being the driving force of the creative process behind her incredible discography and utilizing her ideas to make cohesive and inspiring projects. della is an exceptional artist, and her debut album is one to highly anticipate! Written By Ashley Adams FOLLOW DELLA: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube

The song "E-MOTION" by Au/Ra brings nothing but energy. This song perfectly captures what it's like to produce music in the current age that we're living in where things can be produced from our living rooms. The digital age is desperate for a song like this that is just charged with numerous ways that technology has helped us with music versus slowed us down. From beginning to end, the song is one that you need to move to. It also seems like a song when listening to it, you can easily picture seeing it live which can be really hard to do. This energetic music paired with incredible lyrics bring on a song that is unmatched. The song starts off with a simple guitar riff. The production alone in the guitar sound makes it start off heavy. It completely sets the tone for the rest of the song. Once the vocals come in, the song switches to feeling a bit distorted. Everything comes together to sound electronic. The lyrics in the chorus are definitely the best part which is the part that I feel like makes the song easy to picture hearing it live. Shouting, "3, 2, 1!" together is always a good way to get the audience engaged with a catchy chorus. The end of the song breaks up the song into a digital frenzy where the artist really flexes their editing skills. Au/Ra is an Ibiza-born songwriter who brings their own unique experiences into fruition through their music. Their songs are emotionally driven and powerful all stemming from a place of originality. Their songs touch on multiple different subjects like mental health issues, existentialism and the complex relationship that the younger generation has with social media. Au/Ra is already rising up the ranks of the music charts with one of their collaborations reaching over 450 million streams globally. You can listen to "E-MOTION" now on all streaming platforms. Written By Max Macomber FOLLOW AU/RA: Instagram | Spotify | Facebook | YouTube

Ryan Nealon’s new song, 20:13 (allowed to love a man), is a singer-songwriter coming-of-age ballad about self-acceptance. In this song, Ryan explains why he supressed his sexuality and eventually came out in his late 20s. He discusses how religious trauma and societal gender norms contributes to the shame and guilt surrounding being different from everyone else. For those of you who are not familiar with Christianity, 20:13 is a reference to Leviticus 20:13 from the Old Testament. This Bible verse states: “If a man lies with a male as with a woman, both of them have committed an abonimation; they shall surely be put to death; their blood is upon them.” (New King James Version) I’m in absolute lyrical heaven. The most gut-wrenching lyrics come in the second verse “Even after I had closed the closet door behind me forever, I still think if I stayed inside, the world might love me better” and second pre-chorus “Still drop my voice an octave in a group of brand new people cause all I’ve ever wanted is to be seen as an equal”. Ryan gives you everything you want from a ballad: big vocals, gospel-like crescendo, and storytelling. Honestly, I cry a little when I listen to it because it hits too close to home. I’m still trying to unpack my reliigous trauma and still fighting societal gender norms as they are thrown at me. This is beautifully sung with atmospheric production and emotionally captivating lyrics. Regardless of what your sexuality is, don’t pass up good music because you can’t 100% relate to it. If you do that, then your consumption will always be… limited! Ryan Nealon is an up and coming singer-songwriter hailing from San Diego, California. After relocating to Los Angeles in 2013, he has performed all across the United States. He has been included in over 100 publications including Earmlik, the San Diego Union Tribune, American Songwriter, and Instinct Magazine. To add to that, he has a devoted following on social media, amassed over 30 million streams, and had his music placed on Apple Music and Spotify’s editorial playlists. While waiting on his highly anticipated third project, we have the first two singles, “Collateral Damage” and “20:13”, to fawn over in the meantime. Written By Jazz FOLLOW RYAN NEALON: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube | Website

Haley Nance has released her new single, "Hopeless Affairs." A process of picking herself up after an ex-partner's actions left Haley without any explanation, "Hopeless Affairs" finds itself picking up speed as the song goes on. Going from a guitar-led ballad to a fast-moving pop medley of drums and guitar, listeners follow the pace of how healing must feel through something that may never make sense. Haley finds herself wondering if any of the relationship was real, if the promises would be kept, or if her ex cares enough about her to ask how she's doing. "Hopeless Affairs" finds itself in a complicated situation, love dangling on empty promises and a lack of care, and having to deal with the aftermath. "Hopeless Affairs" finds it's footing in painful thoughts, wondering if a partner ever truly cared at all. While there may be a different idea in the partner's eyes of what happened, intent never negates the impact of actions, and with "Hopeless Affairs," Haley finds herself the victim of careless choices. Wondering if her partner regrets any of their actions, Haley's left to pick herself back up without support. It's not fair, nor will it ever be. While her partner may be able to put off how they may feel by using friends as distractions, both Haley and listeners find themselves hoping that their ex-partner cares enough to think about how they may have treated them wrongly. Haley Nance is an American singer-songwriter. Based out of Nashville, Haley finds herself at the center of music over in the South. While this may be Haley's first release for 2026, her discography grows with each release. Both "Don't Know Why" and "So Sad!" find themselves standing on their own as great songs, but "Hopeless Affairs" highlights Haley's ever-continuing growth as a songwriter and sticks out as a great addition to her discography. Feeling everything and loving deeply, Haley Nance is one to watch within the music industry. If listener's would like to keep up with Haley Nance's newest releases, they can find her social media linked down below. Written By Abby Mornhinweg FOLLOW HALEY NANCE: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok

“Temporary” is the newest single from Kennedy Taylor, a song about “temporarily” reigniting an old relationship with someone that’s too hard to let go of. While you know you’re better off without them, it’s easier to give into temptation than to walk away. Taylor sings about these feelings of indecisiveness, explaining how she only wants to revisit the past for a few moments, but not forever, because she knows she and her ex can’t stay together, and she doesn’t want to get hurt again. It’s difficult to cut loose from what feels comfortable, even when it’s supposed to be the better decision, but sometimes it just hurts too much to do so. After listening to “Temporary”, you can tell that this single has a very unique and distinct production style, exuding summery, pop vibes with dashes of dark pop and alternative sounds. The way the synths crescendo from the verses leading to the choruses help carry these musical themes. Also, the way these synths align with Taylor’s amazing vocals in the foreground of the song helps define the instruments instead of just being in the background. All of the elements in the production each play many different roles that create a multidimensional single, personifying the lyrics and varying subgenres together into an incredible song. Kennedy Taylor is a music artist from Newport Beach, California. She began her studio career in January of this year with the release of her debut single “Cycle”, and has published more music since then, including her upcoming next song “Need You to Save Me”. Now based in one of the geographical hearts of music, Nashville, Tennessee, she also runs the social media management company Taylor Media Marketing. It’s without a doubt that Taylor is exceptionally talented in several realms of music, from her fantastic songwriting abilities to branding strategies. Kennedy Taylor is an extraordinary business owner and musician! Written By Ashley Adams FOLLOW KENNEDY TAYLOR: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube

In Estella Dawn's bright new EP “Can You Believe”, the titular track follows the spiral after catching feelings for someone so deeply, you lose yourself in the process. Dawn's lyrics are innately realistic, involving real life details that are so casually thrown in, you feel like you are talking right to her. She states the thought behind this song was to follow “a narrator caught between confidence and collapse, moving through late-night longing, self-deprecating humor, and the uncomfortable realization that love can make even the toughest person feel dangerously exposed”. In these new developments, Dawn finds herself losing her strength and stature to these feelings and this doubt. How can she stand tall and strong when all she wants is the one person she finds out of her league? With a similar sound to that of Lola Young and Audrey Hobert, Dawn's music is conversational and alt-pop. The track opens with a speedy and tense guitar strum, starting the song off on a quick foot. Dawn's energy bleeds through her lyrics, with hints of sarcasm and drips of irony coming through as she pokes fun at herself and her negative habits (such as smoking cigarettes, and the urge to shave her head like Britney Spears). In the first verse, she opens up and sings “I’m a tough little bitch until I’m not / Truth is I don’t ever feel like I’m enough”. She moves into the chorus, explaining the root of her newfound insecurity. She feels that the one she is crushing on is way out of her league and has their life together, contrary to her. In the chorus, she sings, “Can you believe? / I got nothing on you / And you got everything on / You got everything on me”. Born in New Zealand and now based in San Diego, Estella Dawn is a singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. All of her music is completely created by Dawn herself, with her writing, recording, and production skills. She defines her music as unfiltered, confessional, and “dark, vulnerable, sharp-witted and instantly recognizable”. With almost 100,000 monthly Spotify streamers, fans love Dawn's unique sound and ability to blend intricately detailed lyrics with real life experiences. Dawn is not afraid to poke fun at herself and admit her flaws, something that allows her music to feel all the more genuine. Make sure to follow the social medias below to stay tuned for more witty and raw music from Estella Dawn. Written By Tessa Maddaloni FOLLOW ESTELLA DAWN: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

Credit: Madonna The Official Store Madonna makes an emphatic return to the dance floor with the follow-up to 2005’s Confessions on a Dance Floor. Inspired by personal challenges and the current state of the world, Confessions ll is critically acclaimed and widely considered to be her best album in 20 years. I Feel So Free Good For The Soul One Step Away Bring Your Love Dancetaria Read My Lips Everything Love Sensation Love Without Words Bizarre School Fragile My Sins Are My Savior Betrayal The Test L.E.S. Girl Hot Sauce Best selling female music artist. Greatest music video artist of all time. Socio-cultural phenomenon. One of the most written about figures in world history. The single biggest female influence on pop music. Never to be dethroned. Queen of Pop. I Feel So Free ushers in the comeback we’ve all been waiting for. It sets the tone perfectly and thrusts the listener into the world Madonna has created. I would describe the first half of the album as one giant dance party. From Good For The Soul to Read My Lips to Love Sensation, she keeps you on your toes with a perfectly curated dynamic playlist. The second half of the album continues the dance party with Bizarre and School. From here on out, the rest of the album slows down and ushers in a more emotional and experimental atmosphere. Most notably, Betrayal, The Test, and the album closer, L.E.S Girl, are lyrically deep and reference her personal life which is a nice juxtaposition to the rest of the album. But the fun doesn’t stop there… We have an icon edition song called Hot Sauce which is available on Youtube or through purchase. It’s primarily sung in Spanish and contains a sample of Hung Up. An absolute crime that it’s not on the standard edition! Confessions ll is a house album with dance-pop, disco, garage, and techno influences. Recorded as a non-stop dance mix akin to a DJ mix, each song keeps the beat alive and achieves its goal of creating a constant flow of ecstasy as if the listeners are actually in the club. I loved her experimentation and blend of different genres, the way she utilizes spoken word to directly connect with the listeners and evoke a feeling of intense passion, how she made good use of collabs, and the fact that she didn’t succumb to the industry standard of short songs. Overall, my favorites and the ones I have on repeat are I Feel So Free, Bizzare, School, Fragile, and Dancetaria. In preparation for this album, I listened to the original Confessions album. My favorite songs off of that one are Hung Up, Sorry, Jump, and Like It Or Not. I also went to the listening party in my city where they played several unreleased remixes. I’ve been a fan for all of two weeks, but in that time frame, I’ve been obsessively listening to both Confessions albums. If you’ve never listened to Madonna, you're missing out (duh!). Most musicians today cite her as a musical influence and I can hear her influence all over the charts. Always respect the legends because THEY inspired YOUR favorite artists! Remember who came first and paved the way! With that being said, I will have to conduct an in-depth research of her entire discography and be on the lookout for a tour announcement! Written By Jazz Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube | LinkedIn *copyright not intended. Fair use act, section 107.

Back with their latest single, Walk On Mars has released "Castle in Tennessee," a sweet love song focusing on the hope that love will prevail during times of uncertainty. Discussing the inspiration behind the song's narrative, lead singer-songwriter Mary Jo Swank shared on Instagram, "There have been many times in my life when I have sat down and actively tried to write a good sappy love song. But every time I tried to think or make up words for one on the spot, it came out cheesy or forced. Though what I am about to say is also… extremely 🧀. I was simply moving into a townhome with my best friend/manager in TN living with my twin sized bed and Frank (my stuffed monkey stfu about it) with no job, no car, no money, student debt, and the guy I fell in love with right at the end of college was living in another state. Long distance SUCKS and I’ve already been through the heartbreak of one ending, but this for some reason felt different. One night, I told my mom how obsessed I was with this man right before taking a shower… and in that shower I finally wrote a damn love song. No plans, no thoughts, no strain or effort, just me and my red loofah." A classic pop-punk ballad, Mary Jo Swank wears her heart on her sleeve as she gives a vulnerable, profound performance in Walk On Mars' "Castle in Tennessee." The captivating vocalist delivers impassioned verses and choruses over an enthralling pop-punk soundscape, mixing heartfelt melodies with distorted electric guitars, driving drum lines, and an immersive bass foundation. Perfect for any pop-punk enthusiast, Walk On Mars' "Castle In Tennessee" is a must-listen for fans of Paramore, Avril Lavigne, Honey Revenge, Stand Atlantic, and All Time Low, or just anyone looking to get lost in a romantic, sappy love song. Defying gender norms and diving into the male-dominated punk scene, Walk On Mars is a pop-punk project led by Mary Jo Swank whose mission is to focus on identity, agency, femininity, and pissing off creepy trolls on the internet. Mary Jo started the project after earning a music business degree from Berklee, using the band as a space to create without being boxed in by expectations about how a woman should look, sound, dress, or act. The band represents a safe space for those bullied into losing their authentic selves, pushing back against harmful narratives and rhetoric like gender stereotypes, toxic masculinity, and the degradation of women. Already cementing herself as a punk force to be reckoned with, Mary Jo's Walk On Mars has achieved accomplishments such as opening for social media star, David Michael Frank, on his nationwide “PRIVATE PARTY TOUR” and earning 40 million cross-platform views on "Stacy's Side"—a parody of Fountains of Wayne's "Stacy's Mom." Written By Cheyenne Johnson FOLLOW WALK ON MARS: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

Photography: Maksym Varenyk “Middle Man” is the latest single from Chloe Jane, a song about the mental exhaustion that comes with having to constantly be the mediator for other people. The most common example of this is resentful parents; having to be around two people who fight all the time is tiring, especially when you’re expected to come between them and solve their disputes for them. Chloe says she wants to move away from them if this keeps happening, because she’s done with being “everyone’s unpaid therapist”, as she said in an Instagram post promoting “Middle Man”. She expresses that she needs to live her own life and separate herself from her tense family. The production of “Middle Man” is powerful and upbeat, with its fast-paced synths and electric atmosphere. The immaculate vibes are reminiscent of partying at a crowded nightclub, while still having a modern pop sound. The intertwining of genres make the song fun to listen to over and over again, which explains why “Middle Man” is so addictive. This is supplemented by Chloe’s incredible singing abilities, which amplify all the elements of the production and the message of the lyrics. The echoing effect of her vocals add on to the aura of this single even more, making it multilayered and complex, showing how much work was put into it. It’s without a doubt that Chloe Jane is a star in her own right. Both a virtuoso and skater, she often ties her roller skating and figure skating skills with her music in creative and original ways. Her studio career began in November 2022 with the release of her debut single “Addicted”. Two years later, she released her debut EP Dance Floor Emergency, shortly followed by an album with remixes of the tracks. Chloe’s discography is filled endlessly with amazing singles, which will be continued with the upcoming release of her next song “Feel The Love”, and later on, her debut album Princess of the Night. Chloe Jane is a fantastic artist! Written By Ashley Adams FOLLOW CHLOE JANE: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube