In The Spotlight

Hattie Oates – “Buy Me A Dream”

Hailing from Tamworth and now based in Sydney, this Australian singer and songwriter grew up with the sounds of her music loving parents, but didn’t start writing her own songs until age 11. She graduated from the CMAA Junior Academy in 2017 and started developing her own unique sound since. Inspired by Amy Winehouse, P!nk and Ed Sheeran, she debuted with “She’s All Yours” in 2018.

Narrating the relatable story about the frustration felt when you give more than you receive in a relationship, her new single accompanies the meaningful lyrics with a catchy blend of modern pop with a touch of neon 80s vibes. Driven by the infectious beat, it’s the powerful anthemic chorus and her silken sanguine vocals that this authentic pop groove into an empowering sonic journey.

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Music History

Wang Chung – “Hypnotize Me”

From their album “Mosaic” (1986):

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New Music

Carly Rae Jepsen – “Shy Boy”

Returning with vibrant neon disco vibes, this is the new funky single by superstar songstress Carly Rae Jepsen:

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In The Spotlight

Tamar Berk – “Drop In The Bucket”

This Cleveland-native singer/songwriter wrote her first song aged 16 and has traveled the country, immersing herself in various genres. From the Chicago garage-rock and punk scene in bands like Starball and Sweet Heat, to Portland, OR’s 60s-inspired band The Pynnacles and 70s-influenced Paradise. Inspired by Thin Lizzy, Elvis Costello and Taylor Swift, she debuted with “Shadow Clues” in 2020.

Although lyrically telling an emotive story about how being patronized and put down by a partner can accumulate until the bucket overflows, her new single wraps it in a retro-dipped tune. Taken from her upcoming album “Tiny Injuries”, expected on August 18th, it’s the crisp synths, pulsating rhythm and sparkling guitars that make this groove a buoyant classic rock/neon pop blend.

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Music History

Kansas – “People Of The South Wind”

From their album “Monolith” (1979):

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New Music

Lily Moore – “Summer”

From her EP “Before I Change My Mind, Again…” (2023):

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