In The Spotlight

Stephen Day – “You Wouldn’t Know”

Born into a musical household, this Nashville-based singer-songwriter spent his childhood surrounded by choir singers and instruments in his dad’s church. Yet it wasn’t until he was 12 that he picked up a guitar himself and taught himself to play. He moved to Nashville at 18 to study at Belmont University. He’s played festivals like Shaky Knees and venues like The Troubadour. Inspired by Stevie Wonder and Frank Sinatra, he debuted with “Undergrad Romance And The Moses In Me” in 2018.

Exploring the emotional clash between pride and heartbreak following a breakup, his new single is about pretending you’re over your ex, while secretly still being devastated. Lyrically narrating about the strife between head and heart, this song is a fusion of 80s synth-pop and neon soul. Recorded with a live band, it’s the nostalgic synths, punchy rhythm and crisp guitars that fill the melody with retro charm. And with his vintage-dipped vocals, this tune is a bittersweet anthem.

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Music History

Adele Bertei – “Little Lives, Big Love”

From her album “Little Lives” (1988):

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New Music

Majid Jordan – “Strangers”

From their album “Two Roads” (2026):

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In The Spotlight

Kate Bollinger – “Shop Girl”

Born in Charlottesville, this singer-songwriter grew up surrounded by music thanks to her mother being a musical therapist and her two brothers playing in local bands. She wrote her first song aged 8 and began singing in the Ash Lawn Opera in high school. Since then she’s played festivals like Primavera Sound and Dot To Dot, venues like The Fillmore and opened for Faye Webster. Inspired by Joni Mitchell, Gwen Stefani and Miles Davis, she released her debut “Dreams Before” in 2018.

Telling a story of a retail worker turning the mundane day-to-day tasks into a whimsical dreamworld, her new single gives a dull reality some sparkling enthusiasm. Taken from her upcoming EP “Shop Girl”, expected on October 2nd, this song is buoyant, 60s-inspired pop with a hint of disco vibes. Starting with an Elton John-reminiscent staccato piano and tight bass, the vibrant melody is enriched with lush strings. And with her contrasting airy vocals, this retro groove is intoxicating.

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Music History

The Whispers – “One For The Money”

From their album “One For The Money” (1976):

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New Music

Sara Bareilles – “Just A Kid”

From her album “Good Grief” (2026):

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