In The Spotlight

Nicola De Sensi – “23”

Hailing from Sydney, this Australian singer and songwriter was born with a passion for music and performing. At a young age she was already singing in choirs and taking part in musicals. As she got older she progressed to busking on the streets of Cronulla. In 2022 she was a contestant on The Voice reaching the top 4. She’s currently studying at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Inspired by Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish and Whitney Houston, she released her debut “Realign” in 2023.

With quite poignant lyrics about feeling the need to act small to make a relationship work, her new single captures the moment when pretending becomes too much to bear. Enticing us in with a slight sonic shimmer, the song opens up with sanguine drums and an acoustic guitar. Gradually infusing the melody with an upbeat pop sparkle, she guides us to a full-bodied, retro-touched chorus. And with her sincere, emotive vocals, this heartfelt pop bop knows the way to your heart.

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Music History

Mayer Hawthorne – “Your Easy Lovin’ Ain’t Pleasin’ Nothin'”

From his album “A Strange Arrangement” (2009):

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New Music

Reneé Rapp – “Why Is She Still Here?”

From her upcoming album “BITE ME”, to be released on 1 August 2025:

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In The Spotlight

Rogan Mei – “Lefroy”

Originally from Barrie, Ontario, this Canadian singer and songwriter started making music at the age of 12 as a therapeutic tool to deal with his mothers illness. Despite always keeping music close, he started his adult life as a Wildland Firefighter for years. Influenced by his mentor David Goggins, he decided to leave firefighting and focus on music full-time. He studied songwriting at Seneca College in Toronto. Inspired by Jack Johnson and John Mayer, he debuted with “Jack Kerouac” in 2023.

Drawing inspiration from a painting of Mt. Lefroy by Lawren Harris, his new single is a lyrical metaphor for emotional contemplation. Taken from his upcoming EP “Dickies Green Plaid Jacket”, expected later in the year, the song was recorded in the actual house he grew up in, using authentic instruments. With an easygoing ebb and flow from the mild acoustic guitar, soft violin and mellow drums bringing the picture to life, it’s the delicate velvet of his vocals that makes this a genuine gem.

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Music History

M People – “Dreaming”

From their album “The Best Of M People” (1998):

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New Music

Bryan Adams – “A Little More Understanding”

From his upcoming album “Roll With The Punches”, to be released on 29 August 2025:

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