In The Spotlight

Annabelle Dinda – “Whatever You Wanna”

Based in Brooklyn, New York, this singer and songwriter grew up just outside of Philadelphia, which influenced her future sound. Although she began writing original songs at a young age, insecurity stopped her sharing them. She attended the New York University’s Gallatin School, focusing on storytelling through music. Since then she’s opened for artists like Noah Kahan and Lola Young. Inspired by Demi Lovato and Tori Amos, she released her debut “Is That How Love Always Ends” in 2019.

Tackling the heavy topic of romantic obsession, her new single lyricizes the willingness to give up your own autonomy to appease a lover. Wrapped in a fast-paced indie-pop soundscape, the song is an imposing blend of lyrical emotion and an upbeat melody. With a slight hypnotic quality, it’s the steady rhythm, colorful synths and layered guitars that give this tune a driving force. And with her intimate and authentic vocals, this plush groove captures an all-consuming fixation.

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Music History

Jackson Browne – “Somebody’s Baby”

From the soundtrack of the movie “Fast Times At Ridgemont High” (1982):

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New Music

Eloise – “Why Can’t You Love Me”

From her album “My Man & Me” (2026):

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In The Spotlight

Zach Riley – “Wasting Away”

Hailing from Winnipeg, this Canadian singer and songwriter grew up immersed in the pop-punk scene of the 00s. He started drumming in high school, leading to him playing with several regional bands. In his late teens he made the switch to pop and picked up a guitar to write his songs on. He occasionally played drums for the band Pretty Please and performed at the Salamander Summer Music Festival. Inspired by The Band CAMINO and Ed Sheeran, he debuted with “Hear You Say” in 2023.

Championing breaking free from societal pressure to follow a conventional path, his new single yearns for freedom and new beginnings. Trying to escape existential stagnation, this upbeat pop single has a summery, road-trip ready vibe. Driven by soaring guitars, the euphoric melody conjures some welcoming sunshine. And with a punchy percussion and anthemic trait, it’s his vivid vocals that call for the realization that we need to reconnect to the true essence of life.

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Music History

Girls Aloud – “Biology”

From their album “Chemistry” (2005):

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New Music

JHart – “Memories”

With a warm, Bee Gees-dipped, retro smooth groove, this is the new single by L.A.-based singer and prolific songwriter JHart:

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