In The Spotlight

Julia Takada – “Take You Away”

Born in the US and raised in Japan, this singer and songwriter grew up listening to the music her dad played, from classical to The Beatles. She began writing lyrics when she was in high school as a form of therapy. Her career got its start after she met Kota Matsukawa, founder of the label w.a.u., at a birthday party. Apart from her musical endeavors, she also works as a freelance model. Inspired by Taylor Swift and Christina Aquilera, she released her debut single “Don’t Know Who I Am” in 2021.

Unintentionally written with a bit more spice and provocation in her lyrics, her new single marks a shift in her artistic development to a more mature indie-pop sound. Focusing on female self-awareness and emotional strength in the game of love, the song is built around a funky rhythm, scintillating synths and winsome guitars creating a joyous melodic vibe. And with her sensuous vocal whisper conjuring a level of intimacy, this flavorful and invigorating groove is truly irresistible.

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Music History

The Alan Parsons Project – “Games People Play”

From their album “The Turn Of A Friendly Card” (1980):

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New Music

Holly Humberstone – “Cruel World”

From her upcoming album “Cruel World”, to be released on 10 April 2026:

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In The Spotlight

Mica Millar – “See You On The Other Side”

Based in Manchester, this British singer and songwriter grew up in a musical family, with her dad being a session drummer and her mom a promotions executive at EMI. She started writing original songs aged 8 and throughout her teens record them in a home studio. Since the start of her career she’s played a plethora of venues like Ronny Scott’s Jazz Club and various festivals like Leeds Jazz Festival. Inspired by Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles and D’angelo, she debuted with “My Lover” in 2017.

Giving the lyrics an honest and personal touch, her new single follows the ups and downs of her artistic life. Taken from her upcoming album “A Little Bit Of Me”, expected on June 6th, this sparkling song combines a warm rhythm, a touch of gospel-tinged organs and the soul-infused trumpet sound of Keyon Harrold into an irresistible retro soundscape. And with the velveteen harmonies and her expressive vocal might, this vintage-sounding soul tune is an emotional and sophisticated triumph.

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Music History

Michael Jackson – “You Rock My World”

From his album “Invincible” (2001):

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New Music

Bella Mackenzie – “There Must Be A Fire”

With a passionate country-pop fierceness, this is the new single by Australian songbird Bella Mackenzie:

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