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Estella Dawn shows her dynamic prowess with "Steal Your Girl", incorporating unexpected rises and falls with the lyrics and sound, setting up a story to leave us sitting on the edge of our seats. This track leaves color in its path, brightly leaving its trace through our minds after the first listen and praying that we stay for more. "Steal Your Girl" has an addictive quality with its near-EDM-style production but does not overwhelm our senses by adding her alluring verses. With this catchy new single, Estella Dawn showcases her talents. She gives us a unique feeling we can't find elsewhere, ensuring we know that she's precision, passion, and originality wrapped up in a dangerously compelling package. She leaves venom with her lyrics in "Steal Your Girl". Telling men that she's capable of taking your woman since you don't seem to treat her like she deserves, leaving her alone in the club with your attention elsewhere. It's enamoring, words and melodies solid and fiery, with retro bass sounds transitioning into lower-toned verses and then a simple but powerful chorus. Dawn sings, "bout to lose big time, and I hope you do," pushing this confident spirit through her words and telling boys, "your loss is my find". Estella Dawn encompasses a sultry and seductive mood with this track, dangerously teetering along the line of intimidation and persuasion with her vocals and the emotion she establishes so carefully with this dynamic feel. If you're looking for a passionate artist, diverse and striking in vocals and melody, you've found it here in Estella Dawn, a powerhouse raising the standards for modern pop. She was born and raised in New Zealand, but the singer/songwriter currently resides in the US, producing stunning works for the music scene. Her writing and singing are fiery and artistic, showing fans and listeners refreshing hooks and other traits with meanings and sounds. She's giving it her all with her passionate and bold releases or energetic and upbeat music, establishing herself as an undeniably stunning performer and musician. Written by Jane Katryn FOLLOW ESTELLA DAWN:

It can be hard to let your guard down for anyone, whether it be a lover, a friend, or someone new. That feeling of being vulnerable is scary, and something that many people are afraid to do. This feeling is what Holly Wild describes on her sunny new track "Messy." Throughout the track, Wild is trying to get someone she likes to drop their guard as Wild knows it'll be better for both of them in the long run. The track is a beautiful pop track featuring a bright instrumentation lead by a synth piano, drums, and electric guitar. Wild's voice cuts hard through the production. It has a unique and bright quality, and feels almost effortless over the fun production. The lyrics delve into the topic of feeling unapologetic with a lover. Wild is trying to get this lover to put their walls down, to let them inside where it feels vulnerable, "Tell me what's keeping you up at night // Tell me what's hurting, what makes you cry." Wild is letting them know its safe to put their guard down with her, and that she wants to love all the different sides of them. Even the messy ones, "Hey baby, lets get messy // Wear our hearts on our sleeves // Show me your dark and heavy, it don't scare me // You're strong, but its okay to be weak // Let's get messy." Wild even reveals how she feels on the inside, but how she doesn't want that to dictate the emotion pouring from her now, "I know I'm guilty of it too // I keep things in I know I do // But I wanna show you everything." Holly Wild is a fresh new pop artist from Australia. "Messy" is Wild's third release of 2022, following the previous singles "Thrill of It" and "Dreams." Wild also released a stream of singles back in 2021 when she made her debut with the single "Love Chooses You." Wild is quickly building her discography, in hopes of dropping her debut album. With huge hooks, and instrumentals that are dance ready, Wild demands to be in your party playlists immediately. Written By Kyle Stiver FOLLOW HOLLY WILD:

It's sad when relationships turn so sour that you wish them nothing but the worst. You tried your hardest to have faith in them but they proved time after time that they were not willing to ever change. "Good Luck In Hell" is a spunky piece about finally letting that person go and telling them off for all the times they hurt you. Jessy Lipton is absolutely unapologetic in this song and empowers listeners with her dynamic lyrics and electric guitar notes. This song embodies the epitome of realizing your self-worth and the ability to cut out the people in your life that bring nothing but pain, even if they used to be the person you loved the most. The main aspect I noticed about this song is the sharp transition from a sweet songbird tune to a powerful rock anthem. The beginning of this piece starts out so gentle with the sound of birds chirping and lighter notes from Jessy. As the song progresses, there is a swift shift from this delicate sound to an electric guitar-focused melody. The beginning provides a wonderful sense of irony to the piece and just makes the idea of the song even more powerful once it makes that switch. This transition leads into lyrics such as "I’m not really sorry you were left at the gates but I heard that hell would let you stay” and “I don’t have it in me to wish you the best," which empowers listeners. Overall Jessy Lipton did an exceptional job at creating this powerful piece that captivates listeners' attention. At just 20 years old, this New Jersey-born singer-songwriter connects with thousands of others through her music. Taking on the journey of her dreams, Jessy Lipton wants to share with the world what makes up her mind and heart and desires to help anyone listening. The maturity that started at such an early age, shines through her raw and thoughtful lyrics. Jessy demonstrates the pure teenage rollercoaster of emotions, between her highest optimism and some of her lowest mental states. This pop star in the making taps into all of her vulnerable, messy, heartbroken, and hopeful thoughts and shares them through her greatest passion - music. Written By Melina Darlas FOLLOW JESSY LIPTON:

We all go through the motions of being human-- from loving, losing, and feeling the heartbreak from letting us fall freely into our emotions. The good parts of life are just as important as the bad, and as we grow older, we only learn to appreciate them for what they lead us to. We reminisce on the good times between the bad, letting time dull how strong our emotions were in the moment, and let us remember the special moments that meant the world to us. With this new release titled "Miss Somebody" by Jenny Kern, we can see as she understands the importance of having and reliving these moments, learning from them but trying to move past them to live in her present. It's okay to feel what we once felt; it's part of what made us get to where we are now. We all know what it's like to miss somebody. Whether it's family, friends, or someone we once loved--we can't help but have them come to mind occasionally, making us think of what it would be like if they were here, "you're on my mind, just like nothing's changed," Kern explains. With the track "Miss Somebody", Jenny Kern delves into the memory of a past love, stating, "it's really nice to miss somebody" because memories are a part of us all, and it's comforting to know what we've conquered and lived through, good and bad. "I guess I never really walked away" she states, because most of the time, we don't. Our experiences are always with us, our minds only storing them away to use as knowledge for the future. With this indie-pop sound, the meaning finds its home and circles around our heads with a dreamy melody to stick in our minds. This Canadian-born, Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter, Jenny Kern, finds her sound within a dreamy indie-pop sphere. She's emotionally captivating listeners with her vocals and meaningful tracks, establishing herself as a passionate and talented musician. With her newest track, "Miss Somebody" we can see into her own experiences, wanting to spend the time to look at where she's been to appreciate where she's at--to understand and learn from it all. Her debut single, "Slow Burn" gained global attention in 2019, and since then she has released many more singles and amassed a horde of fans. Jenny Kern is a refreshing artist in the indie scene and is about to set off on her four-stop tour starting October 1st. Written by Jane Katryn FOLLOW JENNY KERN:

In her newest feminist anthem “SOCIETY OF MEN,” Zaryah bluntly confronts misogyny and sexism in culture. She touches on the ways in which this mindset and subsequent behavior can negatively impact women, referring to slut shaming, the perceived power dynamic, and its detrimental impact on self-worth, going so far as to allude to rape culture as well. Although the matters discussed are dark by nature, Zaryah uses them within her platform to show other women that they do not need to make themselves smaller to please men–and to explicitly show men that they cannot control her. The song is intense from the beginning, opening with a monologue defining what a real man isn’t (i.e. “real men don’t insult and threaten women”). This challenge to toxic masculinity is not only attention grabbing but is also an important statement: that real men respect women and treat them as legitimate equals. The production greatly aids the song’s message, further conveying the importance of the matter while remaining cinematic, sultry, and undeniably powerful. Zaryah directly calls out toxic male behavior in lines mimicking a misogynist mindset such as “good girls sit back and keep quiet/unless we’re in your bed” and “give a little too much/now you’re just a whore.” While this alone is angering, she uses her lyricism to stand up to such men and empower other women as well. She states that she cannot be owned or controlled and that she “do[esn’t] need to be ashamed,” tying it all together with the titular line “I don’t want to live in a society of men.” Born in Luxembourg, the 25-year-old singer/songwriter captures listeners with her sensual and unapologetic artistry. She strives to be entirely and bluntly honest in her music, choosing to leave her thoughts and daydreams unfiltered when translating them to lyrics. She describes her focus within her craft by stating that “'[She’s] never been afraid to speak [her] mind on topics that should be talked about more. Doing so by making music has allowed [her] to not only empower [her]self but also make other women feel understood in [the] struggles [they] go through living in a society that is mostly ruled by men.” From a young age she was fascinated by the idea of creating an alternate world through art and subsequently immersed herself into various forms of self-expression such as burlesque, theatre, fashion, dance, and singing. She’s deeply inspired by classic Hollywood icons as well, which eventually inspired her to move to Los Angeles. Her aim within her songs and live performances is to create a space where audiences can escape into an exhilarating daydream. Further pursuing her goal of female empowerment, Zaryah’s latest project “what u want is mine” (boasting over 7 million streams thus far) focuses on celebrating the parts of women society has shamed and tried to hide. Written By Adelae Norwood FOLLOW ZARYAH:

Q: ‘Communicate’ is such a catchy song! What is the story behind it? CAii: I wrote the track about how communication is key in relationships and bottling up your emotions just leads to everyone being unhappy. It’s about being frustrated when you can see your partner (or friend, or family member) is in pain but they won’t ask you for help and lean on you for support. It can be really painful to see someone you love suffering and ‘Communicate’ is an expression of that. At times there’s a bit of a tough love vibe too, as being with someone who can’t manage their stress and feelings can have an effect on your mental health too. It’s encouraging people to be brave and share their worries for the good of everyone involved! Q: What is the songwriting process like for you? CAii: Each song is a little different to be honest! As I write and produce for myself, sometimes I’ll start with the melody, other times the chords and occasionally even a beat. I grew up writing at the piano before I learned to produce, so that’s probably my default. I also love recording a quick voice note of a vocal melody into my phone and then going back to listen to them when I have more time. The only annoying thing is that inspiration always hits me at really annoying times like when I’m in bed or traveling or at work! The number of times I’ve had to record quiet vocals in a plane or train bathroom is pretty high! Click here to listen to Communicate! Q: How did living in Manchester affect your music journey? CAii: Manchester is obviously a very important city in the history of UK music (which is inspiring) but the soundtrack in my household growing up wasn’t really typical Manchester music - with the exception of my Dad liking Oasis. I wouldn’t say I have been hugely influenced by the ‘Manchester sound’, with Bruce Springsteen, Fleetwood Mac, Michael Jackson and Nina Simone being more what I was exposed to! Manchester doesn’t have a huge pop scene, so I’ve split my gigs between London and Manchester in the past few years. I recently started my own pop event in Manchester called Pop Tart Hangover Club, aimed at championing genres outside the classic indie vibe. Q: What is your favorite song that you have released? You can only pick one! CAii: Problem! It’s written about an ex I still hold a lot of resentment towards and it feels so fun to sing it because it’s a bit petty and bitter! I always feel so vindicated when I perform it and it kind of makes all the pain from that period worth it! Q: Who is one artist you would love to collaborate with? CAii: Jeremy Zucker or FLETCHER I think! If I could pick both I think we’d make a good pop trio! Q: What are you most excited for in terms of your future with music? CAii: My next single is a song I wrote a long time ago but I’ve been revamping the arrangement and I think it’s the best song I’ve produced, so I’m super excited to share it with the world. I’ll be doing a new shoot for it with my photographer and friend, Geena Sharma-Singh, and I can’t wait to create some fun visuals to go with such a fun song. The track is a bit of an independent, girl-boss kind of anthem called ‘Solo’, and it always gets the best reception when I play live! It’s my Dad’s favorite track of mine too, which is nice! Interviewed By Kendall Koval FOLLOW CAII:

MIZUKI doesn’t fail to impress, releasing a song called “We’re Not Friends” that sounds and feels like a dream. This latest single only teases listeners who are waiting for more from MIZUKI, but leaves them satisfied with the lyricism and beats that MIZUKI has created. This sound is matured and polished, and shows how much MIZUKI has grown in such a short amount of time. With the help of her production team, MIZUKi has been growing fast and releasing more and more amazing music. It's interesting to see how MIZUKI's music evolves, especially as a new artist. This song’s production is genuinely immaculate, the beats in the background and the vocals all come together to make a dreamy pop song. MIZUKI’s vocals are amazing and lulling, only further enhancing the lyricism. The song goes on to describe a friendship that bends the rules, hinting at something more despite the partner insisting they’re “just friends”. It’s catchy, the songs sways and moves and it captures you with its rhythm. MIZUKI really plays into the want and the relationship between herself and the person she's singing about. It's captivating and lures the listeners in with curiosity and leaves them wondering. MIZUKI is based in Melbourne, Australia, and is a Japanese-Australian pop artist. She’s been making music for quite a while, but only began to pursue it as a career when she crossed paths with her management team, ON3. She is a singer-songwriter that is just waiting to blow up, her music being proof of her immense talent. Debuting with “Over the Sun” and coming out with “We’re Not Friends” recently, it’s exciting to hear that MIZUKI will continue and release more music that continues to grow with her. Written By Alyssa Gallardo FOLLOW MIZUKI:

Francisco Martin’s latest EP Manic is a reaction to his abrupt entrance into the public eye following his run on the 18th season of American Idol. In the age of social media, the transition into becoming a public figure is more radical than ever, as every detail of your life becomes a spectacle, and there is a growing pressure behind all your professional and personal decisions. Francisco’s ascent became a burden, leading to a three month hiatus from the music scene in which he and friend and producer Nick Sarpa crafted Manic from the comfort of his home studio. The EP is a self-reflective look into Francisco’s rise to fame, and how he reacted to the rapid influx of attention he received. “Narcissist,” the second song on the project, gives insight into Francisco's new mindset: prioritizing his own well being over that of his career, regardless of public reaction. We see glimpses of nerves regarding this new outlook. Despite his career taking a backseat to his health, Fransisco still gives himself the label of narcissist for putting himself first, maybe trying to get ahead of those looking to disparage his decisions. This EP was a risky release for a relative up and comer, but Francisco Martin has done it beautifully. Off the bat, “Narcissist” caught my attention because of how much the intro resembled that of a pop-punk song. Fast, monotone lyrics delivered over upbeat, palm muted power chords on an electric guitar. Martin’s first line of the song “Fuck that noise, I just wanna do some damage,” has a delightfully anti-establishment tone that immediately shows his ire towards the industry. The drum groove is simple, only kick and snare, providing swathes of open space for the vocals, and continuing the low, aggressive feel of the guitar as the song moves through the verse. The chorus is a powerful climax, an infusion of energy that comes out of nowhere on the heels of the subtle anger of the verse. It’s driven by chord stabs on the guitar and bass, lined up with the vocals almost creating a shout chorus with all the instruments playing in unison. The chorus maintains its punk identity through the chorus, sustaining its vigor as the song continues to unfold. It’s easy to recognize Martin’s anger immediately as the chorus releases. His fire is incredibly present and clear through his vocal delivery and his satisfyingly gravelly tone. Martin’s vocal performance gives the song life, injecting meaning and purpose behind the prominent guitar and drums. Between the in-your-face instrumental and Martin’s emotive lyrics and delivery, it’s hard not to get energized while listening to “Narcissist.” The Manic EP is a very interesting lens through which we can look at the music industry’s treatment of its talent. Many artists have spoken about the pressure of the business and how it’s affected their health, but it is not often that we get to see an entire project dedicated to introspection in the face of an ascent, and even more rare that we hear grievances toward the industry coming from a someone still trying to build a name for themselves. Francisco has every reason to be bold, however, on the tails of his run to the top 5 on American Idol and his string of successful releases and shows. He’s been navigating the industry with the savvy of a veteran, and making amazing use of the resources at his disposal. Written By Liam Dun FOLLOW FRANCISCO MARTIN:

The pressure of needing to succeed, finding one's purpose, and finding companionship all while needed to keep up outside appearance. An aspect of life that many can relate to, Stalking Gia brings all these emotions to life in her newest song “Saddest Happy Girl”. While being the saddest happy girl may mean that nothing particularly bad as well as nothing particularly amazing has occurred, it allows for there to be a sense of peace and contentment in the middle ground of normalcy. Containing sampling from the famous nursery rhyme “Clementine '' Stalking Gia’s newest song carries with it a strong sense of nostalgia. Beginning with a sampling of “Clementine '' there is a dreamy and nostalgic theme to start the song. This quickly changes tones however with the beat picking up to mimic a pop rock sound in the background music. This helps to push the song along to the chorus where the sampling continues but with rewritten lyrics to continue on these with the lyrical themes of the song. The juxtaposition of these two songs creates a feeling of contrast of the various emotions within the song. The most outstanding aspect of this song however would be the lyrics that reflect the feelings of not feeling how one did as again. In the chorus the lyrics particularly stand out “always smiling on the outside, saddest happy girl alive”. The lyrics present perfectly sum up the emotions that were sung about in the previous parts of the song. Stalking Gia is a New York City based artist that first came to fame as a result of their 2016 single “Second Nature”. Generating 13.2 million dreams, and eventually being sampled in blackbears “Wish You the Best”. This singer songwriter has made quite an impact with over 20 million cumulative streams as well as praise from Billboard, Noisey, Marie Claire, as well as Nylon. After releasing multiple songs as well as touring alongside blackbear Stalking Gia is now continuing on with her music journey and is back to releasing her own music. Written By Gillian Mena FOLLOW STALKING GIA:

If you need a new song to jam-out to in the car, driving to school this year or anywhere else, "Obsessed," by PENNY X should definitely be given a listen. With its catchy electronic accompaniment, it truly makes you want to bob head to the beat while humming the melodic phrases. PENNY X's new song "Obsessed," highlights the jealousy or the 'obsession' that an old partner feels when they see their ex-partner get into another relationship. This song makes the listener form a connection with the singer either relating or sympathizing other the emotions and feelings portrayed within the melodic lyrics. The electronic accompaniment has a wonderful catchy rhythm and pulse not making the song feel dragged out but instead making a wonderful tragic love-story. PENNY X is a singer/songwriter from Berlin, Germany. Drawing her inspiration from artists such as Taylor Swift, Fletcher, Lennon Stella and Tate McRae, she creates alternative pop music with elements of rock and indie. Her songs are therapeutic, deriving from her real-life experiences so if you are interested in her musical journey be sure to follow her socials down below! Written By Troy Sica FOLLOW PENNY X:

“Afterglow” is an out-of-this world projection of what to do when you’re done pursuing your dreams. Of course, there’ll be an afterglow of finally achieving what you’ve been seeking for so long, but once this afterglow fades, oftentimes you’re left wondering what the heck you’re going to do now. King Kismet urges us to take this feeling of afterglow in, but let it strengthen our next goals. To constantly look and seek for the next thing, let our walls down, and reflect on the self and what we want. King Kismet uses interesting synths and other gritty parts of production to create the space-like atmosphere of the song. Blending together contemporary pop and EDM, Kismet navigates the narrative expertly with production that screams both poise and charm. The delivery and range from Australian vocalist Seb Mont is outstanding as he embodies the thought-provoking songwriting from Seany B. King Kismet, or producer and DJ Garett Pierre Rogers, is based in Phoenix and focused on producing and blending a variety of genres such as pop, future bass, dubstep, and house. Kismet’s roots for EDM developed growing up in Michigan, attending underground dubstep and house shows in Lansing and Detroit. After seeing ODESZA live in 2018, Rogers decided to develop King Kismet, who embodies the idea that we are capable of creating our own reality. We are in control of our own destiny. King Kismet has released a smattering of singles and really only has more to offer. Written By Megan Cao FOLLOW KING KISMET:

Many artists have something to say--it's why they make music, to share these emotions and memories with others in hopes that they relate or feel something because of it. Art is meant to make us feel. So, with this new track titled "Circumstances" Drew Schueler and dance-pop artist Vaance bring us the emotions we only see in movies. The trope of two star-crossed lovers takes the stage in this track, two people unable to be together, their hands tied by the circumstances the world gives them and still desperately wanting each other-- knowing if the time and situation were right, they would have been everything. "Circumstances" is a musically dynamic track with vibrant vocals, electro-pop sound, and an upbeat feeling. It's passionate. Even from the first note, you'll feel it's bringing up a memory you never knew you had. With this plotline of a love that could have been, we're instantly pushed into the encompassing melody, feeling as if we're being dragged along with the waves of it, victim to its unpredictable and exciting movements. "I know we could have gotten it right" he sings, and with it, we can see he knew they were perfect for each and how he wished they could have gotten one more chance to make it happen. Drew Schueler is a new pop artist with a determined perspective and a talented mind. He's intricately woven into every aspect of creating music, creating his entire debut EP, titled "New Perspective" from the instruments, lyrics, producing, and mixing. He's currently working out of his studio in Nashville, continuing to grow as a dynamic artist. Also, in this track, we have Vaance, the recording alias for Eli Catania, who covers a range of sounds with his producing and making a name for himself in the dance music genre. He began his official career in 2013 by meshing his experience with live instruments and sound design knowledge and currently works out of Cincinnati. Written by Jane Katryn FOLLOW DREW SCHUELER: FOLLOW VAANCE: