Congratulations on the release of your new single, Tonight Contigo!! What was your inspiration for writing this new track? Ariel Rose: Thank you so much! My inspiration for this song came from my own experiences. I recently released my Tropical Visual EP, In Paraíso, and learned a lot from that process. This is my first release since my EP and I wanted my next song to be fun but also show my evolution as an artist. “Tonight Contigo” is a sexy, fun and fresh sound that mixes pop and trap with a latin beat. It features English lyrics and some Spanish phrases that talk about being hesitant to settle down until finding the person who changes that. The song is about a powerful woman who goes after what she wants but guards her heart. When she finally finds someone she's interested in, she decides she wants to be with that person and explore the possibilities. Can you take us through what your songwriting process looks like? Ariel Rose: I collaborated on this song with Mike Munoz and Gio Fernandez, known for working with Prince Royce, and other notable artists. The songwriting process is always special to each song, but in this case, I had a clear idea of what I wanted and we were able to work together to create something that we are really proud of! I love the music video for this new single!! Any favorite memories or funny stories you want to share from the shoot? Ariel Rose: Thank you! Filming the music video was such an exciting process. I particularly loved the team of people I was working with and the four looks were really fun to create. We went with a retro glam look for this video and we wanted a very over the top and luxurious feel.Filming day was very long and we filmed the video in Miami during the rainy season, so we were very concerned with the weather, as it was getting quite cloudy. We were just praying that it wouldn’t rain! It actually started pouring for the night about 30 minutes after we wrapped up filming so I feel like we dodged a bullet with that one! If you could be the opener for any artist in the world, who would you pick and why? Ariel Rose: I absolutely love Ricky Martin. I grew up listening to his albums on repeat so opening for him would be an incredible feeling. I also love Carlos Vives and would be so honored to open for him as well! We have some amazing artists in Miami and being able to collaborate with any of them would be incredible. What are some of your favorite hobbies to do when you’re not making music? Ariel Rose: I am an avid poetry writer. I love reading poetry, writing poetry, and I’ve actually been working on my very first poetry book that I hope to publish within the next year. I also enjoy baking and painting. I really love doing anything that involves creativity! What can we expect next from you?! After listening to your stuff, I am so excited to see what’s next for you!! Ariel Rose: I am working on new music, as well as booking shows and performances, so make sure to follow me on my social media to stay tuned for all of the latest news! Interviewed By Sarah Curry FOLLOW ARIEL ROSE:

KTEE bares her heart out to her listeners with new single “The One”. With excellent lyrics, vocals, and production, KTEE kills it and creates a fun upbeat pop song which everyone can enjoy. In contrast, the lyrics are a little somber as KTEE reflects on a past relationship that wasn’t the healthiest and left KTEE in ruins. The contrast between lyrics and production makes for an amazing song that capture the heart of every listener. "The One" is a song about looking through rose-coloured lenses. KTEE says that the song is about a past relationship of hers that went wrong, and it ended with her blaming herself for all the issues within it. The production in this song is evident, from the synths to the guitar and the drums. It all blends together seamlessly to add to KTEE’s lyricism. The idea of someone not being right for you, but wanting to hold on is evident and beautifully played into. KTEE brought her own experiences into the song and made it her own anthem, which a lot of other people will be able to connect with. KTEE has been wildly successful since the moment she was born. From singing in her room to living abroad in Ireland and discovering her love for songwriting. She was a semi-finalist in the ISC of 2017, and when she first started releasing music, she got some air time on UK radio stations. She’s extremely talented and driven, and it’s amazing to see how far she’s come in the past few years. KTEE is an incredible songwriter and an even more incredible singer, and it’s very exciting to see where she will go from here. Written By Alyssa Gallardo FOLLOW KTEE:

As the title insinuates, Meg Smith's latest single is about enjoying the presence of someone so enthusiastically that even the mundane seems not so bad. "You Make Bad Things Not Suck" describes the parts of life we all dread, such as traffic or poor weather, and how sharing these parts of life with a cherished significant other can change your outlook on these frustrating moments. What was once an extra 30-minute drive alone on the freeway can become another half hour to make memories with someone you deeply care about. The song sweetly portrays the artist's shift from the day-to-day thoughts of a pessimist to someone enjoying every minute of every day. The artistic style of Meg Smith is a combination of the 00's girly pop aesthetic reincarnated with a matured Olivia Rodrigo twist. The intro guitar paired with the little 'Da da da das' as well as a reference made to Ashton Kutcher in the TV show "Punk'd" pays a major homage to the early 2000's. Smith transitions her voice throughout the song from a delicate tone to an intensely passionate one, not only showcasing her range but also following the musical and lyrical flow of the single. Upbeat and easily relatable, the song is easy listening for those nostalgic for the 2000's but also craving a modernized sound. Inspired by her love of 00's rom-coms, Meg Smith's music has a nostalgic pop sound that simultaneously presents as emotional and carefree. The Brooklyn-based artist has been writing songs since she was just 12 and began playing various cafes around LA in her teen years. Now, her music is reflective of her life as a 20-something living and making music in New York. Smith has actively been releasing music to stream since 2020, with her single "Cross My Heart I Hope U Die" reaching almost 5 million streams on Spotify. Written By Zewdi Cass FOLLOW Meg Smith:

"Outside Voices" is a pop track about when you're keeping your love for someone hidden from the world, or from the other person. It could be because you don't want your friends to find out, or you're scared to tell that person how you actually feel about them. NEVE urges her listeners to love loudly and to express their true intentions. There's no reason you should keep your love for someone a secret, and NEVE wants you to live your life expressing love and happiness. This bubbly piece has a contagious melody and wonderful vocals. This song has that early 2000s pop nostalgia and will hypnotize listeners from the very first note. NEVE's vocals are nothing short of graceful yet powerful. Her voice has such a sultry sound to it, and beautifully expresses the love and empowerment that she wants her listeners to feel. The background melody and beats blend with her vocals extremely well, as they both have depth and power to them. NEVE succeeded and creating an empowering anthem with her extraordinary lyricism and excellent production. NEVE is an Irish singer/songwriter who has dreamed of singing on the big stage since she was little. She is obsessed with pop music and loves updating her social media with all her fun adventures. NEVE hopes that her music helps listeners understand emotions that they can't quite articulate yet and helps them grow into the best versions of themselves. Written By Melina Darlas FOLLOW NEVE:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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