She is Jules has released her new song "Anxiety," which offers a unique perspective on the complex emotion. Anxiety is something many people struggle with, but it can often be hard to find the words to describe what the experience is like. In "Anxiety," She Is Jules morphs anxiety into something different: a toxic ex that you cannot seem to get away from. The analogy is extremely fitting and relatable. Showing anxiety as an ex makes it a bit more understandable to those that don't regularly experience it. The vulnerability of the lyrics are especially impactful. Every line forces you to feel how persistent and controlling anxiety can be. A notable lyric that shows this is, "He picks me up / We go for a drive / He shows me the 'what-ifs' and the 'the could'ves' and 'the why's'." Despite the song's title and its message, its sound is very calming. From the start, we are gently hit by She Is Jules' soft vocals. "Anxiety" opens on a slow note, as if we are just lightly dipping a toe into a pool of deep emotions. The background music starts and finishes bright, which balances perfectly with the heavier, more melancholic message of the song. Leading up to the chorus, the song's energy begins to pick up further and feels freeing. The song also feels comforting and serves as a reminder to anyone with anxiety that they are not alone in their experiences. "Anxiety" would be perfect to listen to on a calm morning by yourself while you get ready for the day. She Is Jules was born in the San Francisco Bay-Area. Starting at the young age of 8, She Is Jules picked up a guitar and began her journey to becoming an artist. She grew up performing with her acoustic guitar at church events, festivals, and even bars. Fast forward to 2023, Jules' voice can be heard in songs all around the world with her +120 million streams on Spotify. The singer is widely known for her vocals on the iconic cover of "Mad World" released by Timmy Trumpet and Gabry Ponte. She takes inspiration from artists like Julia Michaels, Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, and Ellie Goulding. Follow She Is Jules to stay updated on all her future releases and projects! Written By Kyler Griggs FOLLOW SHE IS JULES: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

Orlando-based pop-punk sister-trio Hello Sister releases their latest single, “Tell Me Boy.” Built to blast through the speakers, the track vents their relationship drama—the typical confusion that comes with dating the non-committal boy. Overdrive-filtered rock guitars and mentions of vintage t-shirts dress the single with the effortless edge of the cool older sister in classic 2000s teen movies. They revive the anti-indecisiveness diss that made Katy Perry’s “Hot n Cold” a cultural staple. But among the mind games, Hello Sister shows off their playful side, singing “Just like Carly/ Call me maybe.” The wordplay feels strategically placed—like custom stickers and ink spirals scattered across a notebook page. Hello Sister is who you call up for relationship tragedies. They hand over “Tell Me Boy” as if it were a much-needed CD mixtape. “Tell Me Boy” laces up Converse and kicks out the mixed signals. No more tripping over love-bombing or left-on-delivered messages. The sludgy guitar riff expresses the agonizingly slow tick of a clock before slamming drums pick up the tempo. The kick, snares, and cymbals sound like the collage of paranoia, jealousy, and wonder of “what are we?” Although the question may go unanswered, Hello Sister offers company through the struggle. The sister group is made of Grace (lead vocals, keyboards, and bass), Gabriella (background vocals and guitar), and Scarlett (background vocals and drums). Hello Sister performed on Season 16 of America’s Got Talent, receiving a standing ovation from Simon Cowell. Since then, the trio has taken the stage at iHeartRadio’s 2023 Jingle Ball, EPCOT, the Special Olympics, and the Super Girl Surf Pro Festival. Catch up with them using the links below. Written By Taylor Sheridan Lempke FOLLOW HELLO SISTER: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube

"Another Life" by Jon Bryant is a lement for lost love. This bittersweet love song follows recollections on the misadventures of youth that led to a couple growing apart. The speaker reflects, "we lost our way/we got afraid/of stepping out of our skin." The chorus delves into fantasizing about what could have been. The lyrics paint a romantic picture, with imaginations of "watching dandelions drift under the northern lights" alongside the one that got away. This track is a reminder to listeners to have courage in love, and a message of solidarity to those who have romantic regrets. Upbeat acoustic guitar strumming layers through the track, creating a brightness to the tune. Throughout the verse, the singing is conversational with a gentle throatiness that drives an authentic quality into the lyrics. Percussion joins the mix in the chorus as the guitar pattern changes to a single, bold strum between chord changes. Jon's narrative singing that becomes more melodic, painting the song with a passionate atmosphere. Vocalizing on an "Oh" sound creates a feeling of nostalgia as the chours rounds out. The way "Another Life" hits the ear, with its fast-paced instrumentals and raw, expressive vocals echo its message of longing. Jon Bryant is a Canadian alternative singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose music explores emotional growth. His immersive tunes are appreciated by more than 460,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, and featured on several of the platform's editorial playlists, including "Indie All Stars" and "Folk & Friends". His discography includes singles and five full length albums with many powerful solo songs as well as collaborations with artists like girlhouse, Rose Betts, and Bre Kennedy. He is also a visual artist, and designs and illustrates his merchandise. Check out the links below to stay up-to-date with his music. Written By Hanna Kowal FOLLOW JON: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

Do you feel like you're whole life, you've spent your time trying to be perfect just for someone out there to notice and give you the validation you've been searching for? However, nothing ever feels like enough, so you exhaustingly keep reaching for new heights, just to feel alone and never satisfied. We live in a world where you have to do something dramatic just to get anyone's attention. We are pushed to overwork ourselves just for a moment of praise. "Pinnacles" by Hanna Andréa highlights feelings and moments like this; giving everyone something to relate to. "Pinnacles" is a gentle, emotional electronic pop ballad with a catchy drum rhythm to give the song an upbeat feel. Hanna sings soft and sweetly, adding to the gut-punching, heavily emotional atmosphere as it builds into a fuller production. It's a good contender to be a "crying in the club" type of song. It makes you want to sob, sing your heart out, and dance all at the same time. Hanna Andréa is a singer/songwriter based in the small town of Narvik, Norway. Her style uniquely intertwines her Norwegian heritage with her Oklahoma roots to create cinematic pop soundscapes and a diverse experience for her listeners. After releasing her debut album in 2024 titled "Stranded in the Middle", Hanna has continuously worked on new projects, including her recent breakthrough single, "Braveheart" which has amassed 100k streams on Spotify alone. "Pinnacles" is Hanna's most recent release and there is sure to be more to come. Follow Hanna below to keep up on her journey! Written By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW HANNA: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

Do you have that kind of friendship with someone where when they need something, you'll be there for them in the drop of a hat? Written for a best friend that finally left a romantic relationship that wasn't good for her, "First Responder" by Julia Adrian lets this friend know that she is not alone. Using wordplay on real life emergency services as the way she is there for her friend, this song is perfect to send to someone you love that needs a shoulder to cry on. "First Responder" has a soundscape that is both heartfelt and catchy. The hook is an ear-worm that gets you not only singing along, but wanting to dance as well. The cleverness in the lyrics as Julia sings of lifesaving measures, adds to the emotion and relatability of the song. It has a groove that is nostalgic to disco, but with modern pop and electronic elements to give the production a fresh feeling. Although originally from Boston, singer/songwriter Julia Adrian is a Nashville, Tennessee based artist now, all while making trips to New York and Los Angeles to make new music and collaborate with other musicians. She's a diverse artist that experiments with just about any mainstream genre and sound, each song giving off it's own unique atmosphere. She uses both dry humor and heartfelt storytelling to write her relatable lyrics, along with well thought-out production and melodies. Julia Adrian is planning on releasing her Sophomore EP this September, so if you enjoyed "First Responder", make sure to keep an eye out for more new music by following Julia below! Written By Kaitlyn Nicole FOLLOW JULIA: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube

Choosing to prioritize a deeper relationship with herself over a budding possibility for romance with a longtime friend, "Call Me," by Annika Rose comes as the opening track to her upcoming EP, READ ALL ABOUT IT. Rose wrote this song alongside seasoned collaborators about entering her first season of singlehood after years of knowing herself only within the context of being someone's partner. Valuing her independence and hoping to regain her autonomy, the musician expresses anxiety about preserving a core friendship instead of trying to force a new kind of relationship. Behind the title's sentiment she said it's about, "wishing you could skip over the awkwardness and uncertainty that follows and just hear their voice again—to know that person is still anchored next to you..." The song examines the tension between making space to know herself again and inevitably wanting to hold on to that platonic love. The single begins with meager instrumentals shifting between keys and percussion, allowing the confessional verse to take up the forefront of the song. Moving towards a fuller flow of release, the song is guided by an ebb and flow that mirrors the push and pull tension of Rose's desire to be alone and an interesting new romantic possibility. Blending alt-pop, indie pop, and pop rock, Rose's collaborators Austin Ward and J Tyler Johnson tailored the production to evoke a stronger access to the diaristic lyrics. The chorus opens warmly reclaiming the singer's capacity to trust herself. Following strong vocalizations and atmospheric production, the song ends. The multitalented artist delivers her new single alongside the fourth audition of her newspaperThe Bond St. Bulletin which she writes, prints, and distributes herself. Using both print media and her music alongside each other, Rose is able to create more in depth storytelling transforming her art into physical token. Entering the music industry at just thirteen, the singer was signed to Simon Cowell’s Syco Entertainment as part of an all-girl band before being dropped at fifteen. After navigating a succession of record deals all while being a teenager, Annika Rose has released three successful EP's, worked on notable collaborations, completed a U.S. tour as an opening act, and grown an audience of more than 500,000! Her awaited EP, READ ALL ABOUT IT, releases on October 14, in partnership with Broke Records. Written By Azalea Withrow FOLLOW ANNIKA: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

Breakups are hard. The end of an era can come with tons of feels, and an entire new era to place nostalgia over. You look back, sometimes in regret, and go through the story again in your head, a story you once loved to live. However, sometimes the most healing comes from looking back and discovering all of the negative aspects of the relationship that your rose colored glasses missed. “Little White Lies”, the first single off of Rue Vega’s upcoming debut album, details this feeling and its liberation. “There’s nothing like seeing someone clearly for the first time. I wanted to capture the feeling of realizing how ridiculous the whole situation was, what it felt like to be able to laugh about a breakup I thought I’d be devastated by,” says Vega. Vega’s tone is light and innocent, however it is far from weak and naive. She has a spunk to her, speaking for women everywhere who feel like the “wool over my eyes” blinded them. The track begins with a melancholic guitar strum, a typical opening of a breakup song. But as Vega’s quick witted lyrics come through, listeners can see that this will be much more uplifting; a song about overcoming heartbreak rather than succumbing to it. She quickly reaches the chorus, in which she sings “Little white lies / Little white lies / Were your disguise / Were your disguise” ... “Rose color glasses lift from my eyes / Clarity came when I said goodbye / Honesty is what brought me to life”. She spares no expense, truly trying to get her antagonist to feel as negatively as she has felt. Instrumentals join her as she reaches the bridge, and with beautiful riffs and words full of confidence, she shares a heartfelt message about growth and acceptance. Rue Vega prides herself on being imaginative, creative, and unique. Her lyrics create a mystical world, and her songs create different characters, storylines, and experiences. She gives her listeners an escape from the world we live in, and a chance to dip into one without constraints and perfectionism. Based in Boston, she is currently working on her debut album, which “Little White Lies” will be found on. Vega states that she draws inspiration from the “messy honesty of Gracie Abrams, the heartfelt vulnerability of Olivia Rodrigo, and the cinematic soundscape of Billie Eilish”. Three powerhouse female singer-songwriters, Vega takes these inspirations and turns them into a world of music just her own, perfectly unique and enticing. Make sure to follow the social medias below to stay tuned for more music from Rue Vega. Written By Tessa Maddaloni FOLLOW RUE VEGA: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

In preparation for her upcoming sixth full-length record I Know Too Much, Ellie Goulding has released three incredible singles that represent the musical depth and overall themes of the album, one of them being "Ravers". The final track, Goulding sings about finding true love in the flashing lights and intense music of nightlife. She founds enjoyment and comfort in the idea of going out and having fun with this person, and dancing with them until the sun comes up. She establishes herself as a true raver, emphasizing the rest of the lyrics in this song, as well as representing how raves are very popular in England, her home country. As the single's title implies, the production of "Ravers" is imbued with electronic synths, but still draws from Goulding's signature sound, and also features distinctive elements and her one-of-a-kind vocals. The extended intro pays homage to the typical style of club music, and the piano notes intertwined in the layers of technological instruments provide a classy yet upbeat clubbing experience. If you heard "Ravers" at a party, everyone would jump up out of their seats, as the tantalizing bass in in this song, in addition to the rest of the soundscape, would sound impeccable flowing through big speakers. Ellie Goulding is a musician and activist from England, where she is based in London. Originally, she grew up in Herefordshire, perfecting her musical craft before being discovered and becoming the amazing performer the world knows her as today. She released her debut album Lights in 2010, and her sophomore album Halcyon two years later. In 2015, she released one of her many iconic hits, "Love Me Like You Do", as part of the soundtrack for the 2015 blockbuster movie Fifty Shades of Grey; the song was also a track on Goulding's third album Delirium, released that same year. This was followed by more excellent musical projects, her fourth and fifth albums, Brightest Blue and Higher Than Heaven, respectively. On September 4, she will release the genre-shifting and anticipated I Know Too Much. Written By Ashley Adams FOLLOW ELLIE GOULDING: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube

Let’s rewind the clock here– imagine you’re all the way back in 2006 and you’re laying on your bed, twirling the cord to your landline phone as you talk to your crush late into the night. There’s butterflies in your stomach and you keep teasingly telling one another to hang up. Martha May’s “YOU HANG UP!” captures that feeling with such precision that you’re going to feel like you’ve just stepped into a time machine. It’s everything you’ll ever want from a sticky sweet love song, decorated in catchy pop hooks and endless 2000s-era nostalgia. The energy never stops in this track and you’ll definitely never want to stop listening to it! “YOU HANG UP!” is all nostalgia, and it’s a perfect love letter to those younger days back when the biggest problem in your life was wondering who was going to hang up the phone first– you, or your crush. This is a song for people who love being in love, made all the more saccharine by its amazingly catchy sound. I am absolutely obsessed with this track's production. From the synth to the chorus’ intense jump in energy, “YOU HANG UP!” is always moving, always doing something new to keep you listening and addicted to its sound. I especially adore how the song is interspersed by flirty spoken comments, a back-and-forth, “You hang up!” and “No, you hang up!” There’s something universally relatable about “YOU HANG UP!” that it’ll have you listening to it on repeat over and over again. Martha May is a singer-songwriter based in London who’s making massive waves in the pop scene. Inspired by artists like MARINA, Olivia Rodrigo, and Chappell Roan, her pop-princess tracks are supremely relatable while also being total bangers. Her debut track “Distance” dropped back in 2023, which was followed by more singles and her 2025 debut EP POPSTAR, BABY!, which has since amassed over 100,000 listens on Spotify. She’s played some of London’s finest venues like Folklore, Servant’s Jazz Quarters, and The Waiting Room, electrifying audiences with her stage presence and dazzling songs. “YOU HANG UP!” is Martha’s latest single– if you loved it, be sure to give the rest of her discography a listen and to drop her a follow! Written By Alexa Leung FOLLOW MARTHA MAY: Instagram | Spotify | Facebook

Credit: Flo's Instagram After pushing their release back two weeks to accomodate Jorja’s vocal cord surgery and increase the album's promotion, Flo has finally released their highly anticipated sophomore album, Therapy at the Club. Side Effects Small Doses Cry Ugly Leak It Touche I can't be high around you anymore Sober Therapy at the Club Remedied Pose Call Me Sex in Peace Floating Miss u Missing me Don't Break Her Heart Haterbooth Flo is a three-piece British girl group comprised of Jorja Douglas, Stella Quaresma, and Renee Downer. Despite coming from Kingston upon Thames, Hertfordshire, and North London, they managed to find their way to each other with Stella and Renee attending the same school and them discovering Jorja on Instagram. Their style is shaped by 90s and early 00s artists they grew up listening to such as Beyonce, Aaliyah, Amy Winehouse, amongst others. Known for their 2024 contemporary R&B debut, Access All Areas, they are no stranger to accolades and rave reviews. Curious to see where this album leads them? Let’s find out… The album begins with R&B and melodic rap-influenced Side Effects, a romantic cautionary tale. As we make our way through the first half of the album, we get an equal dose of pop and R&B. From synth-pop Small Doses and guitar driven Touche to the groovy R&B ballad Cry Ugly and acoustic R&B ballad Sober, it’s dynamic and shows the versatility in their musical preferences. Christina Aguilera inspired pop-R&B Remedied kicks off the second half of the album. The next three songs, Pose, Call Me, and Sex In Peace, revolve around sexual desire; therefore, they sound very sexy! We get a few more ballads about romantic relationships including Miss u Missing Me and Don’t Break Her Heart before the big finale. Haterbooth ends off on a hopeful note as it references overcoming negativity and judgement proving therapy at the club does work. Therapy at the Club is a pop and R&B album with hip hop, melodic rap, and EDM influences with top-notch production. Overall, it’s a throwback to classic 00s music which continues a lot of the trends from the 90s such as the blending of pop, R&B, and rap. They nailed the overarching theme of this album which is about the variety of emotions you feel in a club setting. Despite every quality aspect of this album, their main strength is their vocal performance. The tone, the cadence, and the melodies are all chef’s kiss. My favorites are Cry Ugly, I can’t be high around you anymore, and Don’t Break Her Heart. This is my first time listening to Flo… I’m seated. I’m very particular about my musical tastes so finding new artists is challenging. Flo is one of the only artists in recent memory that I’ve really taken to. From now on, I’ll be on the sidelines cheering their continued success! Written By Jazz Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube | LinkedIn *copyright not intended. Fair use act, section 107.

Credit: Apple Music After releasing last year's acclaimed EP, WWP, Tyla is releasing yet another project for the fourth consecutive year. IS IT LOVE THAT GIRL KISS IS IT FAIRY TALE DOUBLE BLIND FEEL SOMETHING RIGHT NOW MR. NONCHALANT SHE DID IT AGAIN CHANEL CRAZY OF ME I DON'T CARE HOT TUBS Tyla is a singer and songwriter from Edenvale, South Africa. Already dubbed as the "Queen of Popiano", she is known for blending pop and amapiano, a genre popularized in South Africa in the 2020s that combines several different local and worldwide genres into one. Despite debuting in 2019, she achieved major success and recognition in 2023 with her massive worldwide hit, Water. Influenced by many legendary artists including Michael Jackson, Rihanna, and Britney Spears, Tyla is carving out her own path to pop superstardom by representing amapiano and South African culture on the global stage. Now I'm curious to find out what ampiano sounds like... The album starts off strong with the R&B IS IT LOVE and continues that momentum with THAT GIRL, KISS, and IS IT, 2025’s brazilian funk hit. After the fourth song, the music gets slower, moodier, and sexier. These next set of songs, DOUBLE BLIND and FEEL SOMETHING, allow her vocals to shine their brightest. Followed up by MR. NONCHALANT, a very Britney Spears inspired track, we make our way into the final part of this album. This is where the tempo picks up again with instant classics like SHE DID IT AGAIN and CHANEL. The next two songs featuring African artists MaWhoo and Babalwa M add an extra layer of South African culture by speaking in Zulu and Xhosa, indigenous Southern Bantu languages. Finally, the album concludes with the sensual HOT TUBS. A*Pop is an African pop and R&B album with amapiano, electropop, and dance influences. The carefree nature and sensual vibe made the album an easy listening experience. The production and blend of genres are the top highlights for me because they make every song an undeniable earworm. This album really draws me in because it sounds like the perfectly curated pop albums that I’m accustomed to in America with a unique exotic flare. My favorites are THAT GIRL, KISS, and HOT TUBS. I heard Water once or twice before, but I had never actually checked her music out. Though, I’m happy I reviewed this album because she’s really talented and now I’m contemplating going to her upcoming world tour. Written By Jazz Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube | LinkedIn *copyright not intended. Fair use act, section 107.

CAPPA has released her newest single, "Run Run Run." When begging for a lover to love her back, CAPPA reaches acceptance as she releases the want to teach them how to love her. Whether it'd be through the unlimited attempts to convince them to not run away or the realization that no matter how hard she loves them they'll run, CAPPA has finally had enough. Reaching a peace within the silence and no longer losing herself within her partner, "Run Run Run" explores how avoidance in love may affect partners and what acceptance sounds like after gaining the knowledge that they may never change, no matter how hard you want them to. I've reviewed different songs that cover anxious-avoidant relationships in different ways throughout my time reviewing here at Pop Passion, but I have to say that "Run Run Run" and it's persistent message of knowing you have might have nothing to do with how someone may love may be my favorite take on the topic so far. CAPPA's lyrics show how both resilient and sympathetic she is toward the partner. Her strength is both shown in being there for her ex-partner and her vocals, soft but firm. While CAPPA may have tried everything to get her ex-partner to love her the way she deserves to be love, she effortlessly succeeds in listeners (me included) loving "Run Run Run." CAPPA, otherwise known as Carla Cappa, is an American singer-songwriter. Hailing from the Philadelphia outskirts, CAPPA found her love of music at the age of seven when she learned guitar for the first time and started songwriting as a way of journaling. Having been based in Nashville and now residing in Los Angeles, CAPPA has earned critical acclaim from Entertainment Weekly, Billboard, and listeners. Becoming a major featured artist in the EDM scene and having songs be featured in Netflix, Marvel, and ads for both Victoria's Secret and Haus Laboratories, it's clear to see CAPPA isn't slowing down any time soon. Written By Abby Mornhinweg FOLLOW CAPPA: Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | Facebook