In The Spotlight

Ria Hanley – “Golden Girl”

Hailing from Liverpool, this British singer and songwriter grew up with music in her life. She sang in soul choirs and at the age of 11 wrote her first lyrics. At 13 she performed her originals on stage for the first time. Since the start of her career she’s performed at Carnival Cruises, as well as festivals like Victorious Fest and Liverpool Celebrates Festival. Inspired by artists such as Shania Twain, Stevie Nicks and Maren Morris, she debuted her rich country-pop blend on “Hell For Leather” in 2022.

Appreciating both the beauty and chaos that comes with living life to the full, her new single celebrates the wild and messy moments freedom can bring. She’s weaving a colorful sonic tapestry of an effulgent driving piano, a punchy beat and infectious guitars. Adding another layer of a steel-guitar gives the pop-infused sound a touch of country. Filled with empowerment, it’s her silken vocals spinning a golden weave through the warm notes, that make this tune irresistible.

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Music History

James Brown – “(So Tired Of Standing Still We Got To) Move On”

From his album “Love Over-Due” (1991):

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New Music

Lady Gaga – “The Dead Dance”

From the expanded version of her album “MAYHEM” (2025):

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In The Spotlight

Fanny Lumsden – “Look At Me Now”

Grown up on a farm, this award-winning Australian singer/songwriter was definitely influenced by her musical family, which includes opera singers and musical theatre performers. Since the start of her career she’s performed all over the world, including at Glastonbury, UK and the Tamworth Country Music Festival. She also won 2 ARIA awards, 9 Golden Guitars and 3 AIR awards. Inspired by artists such as Laura Marling and Josh Pyke, she released her debut album “Small Town Big Shot” in 2015.

Reflecting on the struggles of the sheer amount of rejections she got in building her career, her new single is filled with gratitude for those hard moments as they shaped who she is now. Recorded on the road in Europe, the song eases us in with some bass plucks and a soft rhythm, before the sonic brightness starts to radiate. With a bustling beat, joyful guitars and a cheeky banjo creating the dynamic melody, it’s the twangy sparkle and her blissful vocals that make this a celebration.

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Music History

Bruce Hornsby & The Range – “The Valley Road”

From their album “Scenes From The Southside” (1988):

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New Music

Jessie J – “Believe In Magic”

With a delicious blend of a 70s disco beat and 90s R&B vibes, this is the new single by British songstress Jessie J:

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