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Simone Cardoso – “Fantasy”

New Bedford born and Los Angeles based, this singer and songwriter has been singing all of her life. She began dance lessons aged 3 and voice lessons aged 5. Growing up she starred in stage musicals like Annie and The Wizard Of Oz. She attended Salve Regina University studying music education. Inspired by Kacey Musgraves, Lennon Stella and Lucky Daye, she released her debut EP “S-95” in 2019.

Capturing the excitement brought on by a frolicsome fling or indeed a relationship where love and lust go hand-in-hand, her new single accompanies her words with a late 90s/early 00s R&B vibe. Based on an engaging beat and frisky guitar plucks, it’s the buttery-smooth harmonies and her mesmerizing vocal artistry, that constructs a rich, heavenly musical fantasy to fully immerse and get lost in.

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Noak Hellsing – “When The Shadows Go Home”

Based in Stockholm, this emerging Swedish singer and songwriter grew up in a musical home and first picked up a guitar aged 5. In his early teens he added songwriting and the piano to his skill set. With an ideal of creating songs that reflect his own voice, he produced a soulful, indie-pop sound. Inspired by John Mayer, Ed Sheeran and Shawn Mendes, he released his debut single “Lost” in 2019.

Despite lyrically tackling the complex issue of loneliness and the darkness it induces, his new single accompanies his words with an upbeat pop melody. Taken from his upcoming EP “Yesteryear”, expected in the fall, it’s the funky bass plucks, rolling rhythm and the effervescent guitars that generate an infectious groove. And with his bubbly vocals, this tune encourages you to find happiness.

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KEHLI – “All Outta Love”

Born in Dublin as Kelly Irwin, this Irish singer/songwriter studied music and dance at a stage school from the age of 5. As a teen she auditioned for TV talent shows, such as The Voice UK as a solo act and The X-Factor UK as part of the girl group F.A.E. in 2017. Inspired by powerful female voices such as Beyoncé, Whitney Houston and Celine Dion, she released her debut single “Let Me Down” in 2018.

Singing about having dealt with the emotional aftermath of past relationships, her new single is an invigorating slice of contemporary pop. Taken from her upcoming EP “Pity Party”, expected on July 21st, it’s the guitar-driven tune, rhythmic beats and wavy melodic ups and downs that make this an intricate composition. And with her soulful vocals, this is a catchy, self-empowering earworm.

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Paige Warner – “Stockholm Syndrome”

Based in Owen Sound, this gifted Canadian singer and songwriter’s life was infused with music from birth. Thanks to her musician dad, who exposed her to jazz and blues, she learned to play piano, guitar and ukulele. She went on to play festivals such as NXNE and opened for MONOWHALES. Inspired by Eva Cassidy, Alicia Keys and Bruno Mars, she debuted with her EP “Revealed” in 2018.

Named after the psychological phenomenon where hostages develop feelings for their captors, her new single explores the similar state where the toxicity of a relationship feels like love. Despite the heavy lyricism, the song is a delightful amalgam of jazz, rock, pop and a touch of blues. With a breezy percussion, airy guitars and her striking, sensuous vocals, this rich tune offers a lot to love.

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We Three – “She’s Got That”

Growing up in a small town near Portland, this trio of siblings has been playing music and performing since they were young. Consisting of Manny, Bethany and Joshua Humlie, they rose to fame when they entered America’s Got Talent in 2018, reaching the semi-finals. Inspired by diverse artists, such as Stevie Wonder, John Mayer and The 1975, they debuted with their self-titled album in 2018.

Exploring the euphoria exuded from feeling confident and embracing life’s adventure, their new single adds a little sass to their pop-rock stylings. Taken from their upcoming album “Love Me”, expected on July 21st, this upbeat track is driven by it’s funky rhythm. And with the zesty guitars, sprightly synths and frisky vocals, this infectious groove gives sparkling pop an insatiable funkalicious sonic layer.

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ili – “Tongue Tied”

Born in Glasgow as Emily Middlemas, this Scottish singer and songwriter has been performing since the age of 9. At 13 she started writing her own songs. She auditioned for The X-Factor in 2014, reaching judge’s houses. Two years later she tried again, this time reaching 4th place. Inspired by Fleetwood Mac, Queen and Electric Light Orchestra, she debuted her new name on her single “A Little Bit” in 2019.

Describing the early stages of falling in love, when the butterflies are flying, but you’re not yet ready to proclaim your feelings out loud, her sparkling new single is an upbeat earworm. With an interesting fusion of retro 80s pop with modern elements, it’s the neon disco beat, luminous synths and an infectious bass line that serves as a vehicle for her refreshing, storytelling vocals to shine.

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