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Grace Leer – “Guys That Leave”

Hailing from the Bay Area, this singer/songwriter got the performance bug aged 6 when she put her first steps on a stage. Despite her love for music, she got a soccer scholarship from UC Berkeley. After graduation she moved to Nashville to pursue her dream of becoming a country singer. She was a contestant on Season 18 of American Idol, mentored by Katy Perry, and reached the top 10. Inspired by The Chicks, LeAnn Rimes and Whitney Houston, she debuted with “Brought A Girl” in 2022.

Showing another side of breakups, her new single celebrates all the relationships that didn’t work, because they shaped the person she is today and guided her to where she’s supposed to be in life. Taken from her upcoming EP “It Was Worth It”, expected on October 10th, she expertly blends her country sound with a touch of pop. With a driving rhythm and bright steel guitars leading to the sprightly chorus and her sparkling vocals, this infectious country groove is filled with positivity.

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Michelle David & The True-tones – “Speak To Me”

Raised in New York, this singer/songwriter began singing at the age of 4 and joined her first group, The Mission Of Love, aged 5. Since the start of her career she’s toured the world with the Broadway musical “Mama, I Want To Sing”, contributed to theatre shows like “The Sound Of Motown” and recorded for Diana Ross and Michael Bolton. Based near Amsterdam, The Netherlands and inspired by Mahalia Jackson, Bobby Womack and James Brown, they debuted with “Yes I Know” in 2021.

Finding a balance between the comfort of holding back and the necessity of honesty, their new single captures those moments when speaking from the heart can heal. Taken from their upcoming album “Soul Woman”, expected on February 27th, 2026, this upbeat track is a true celebration of classic soul. With a rolling rhythm, audacious guitar riffs and bold brass section creating the infectious melody, it’s her rich, commanding vocals that fill this peppy groove with vintage soul fire.

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Favourite Kid – “Eyes On The Road”

Originally from Wales, UK and raised in Queensland, this Australian sibling trio consists of Ethan, Jaimie and Saul Roberts. All three attended RockSkool at the Australian Institute Of Country Music. Ethan started writing songs and performing solo as Aspy Jones, before his siblings joined him in this new endeavour. They played festivals like Woodford Folk Festival and Caloundra Music Festival. Inspired by Mumford & Sons, Sheppard and George Ezra, they debuted with “I Know More” in 2024.

Encouraging us to see life like a ride, rather than a race, their new single focuses on the need to move at your own pace and to not compare yourself to others. Taken from their upcoming debut album “Two Cent Journal”, expected on November 21st, this bubbly song is a blend of vibrant pop with perky country. Starting the vivid melody with some sun-soaked guitars and joined by a rosy rhythm, it’s the sheer optimism in the vocals that douse this sanguine tune in pure sunshine.

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Satya – “Realness”

Born in Morocco and raised in Montreal after being adopted into a loving family, this Canadian singer and songwriter did have to face harsh challenges like bullying and later addiction and mental health problems. She chose music as a way to deal with those struggles. Incorporating her vast life’s experiences into her lyrics, she’s created a fine R&B-pop blend. Inspired by artists such as Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys and Mary J. Blige, she debuted with “Maybe We Should” in 2018.

Singing about finding true love in an otherwise chaotic world, her new single finds a balance between sensuality and strength. Championing that authentic and overwhelming love, rooted in trust and emotional safety, the song blends contemporary R&B tones with a lyrical warm embrace. Starting with crisp guitar plucks, the melody soon evolves with a soft synth and a mellow beat. And with her sleek, enchanting vocals, this intimate tune is a relatable slice of delectable, soulful R&B.

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Valentina Ploy – “Rebecca”

Raised in Italy and based in Bangkok, this Thai-Italian singer and song-writer began her musical journey at a young age learning to play the violin and starting to write her own songs. Her journey took her to be a contestant on The X-Factor Italy in 2016 and The Voice Thailand in 2017. Since her career took off, she played festivals like AXEAN and opened for Secondhand Serenade and Coldplay. Inspired by Linkin Park, Tracy Chapman and Arctic Monkeys, she debuted with “See You In Life” in 2019.

Telling an all too familiar tale of jealousy in relationships, her new single turns fears and insecurity into a bright pop song. Taken from her upcoming EP “Warm (Part II)”, expected on December 4th, she infuses the lavish melody with sparkling, neon-dipped synths, combining 80s nostalgia with contemporary vibes. With a reverberant bouncy beat, vivid bass line and her fun-loving, exuberant vocals, this colorful, highly danceable groove is brimming with courage and an infectious vibrancy.

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Marfa – “American Lonely”

Forged in Colorado, this Americana duo, comprising of Bryce Menchaca and Kellen Wall, met in 2021 as music students at CU Denver, where they ended up in a songwriting circle together. Despite a difference in musical tastes, they started writing songs together, but began posting covers on TikTok. Since then they’ve played venues like the Skylark Lounge and the Aurora Borealis Festival. Inspired by 70s country-pop artists like Glen Campbell and America, they debuted with “66” in 2024.

Written in the aftermath of the L.A. wildfires, their new single tries to capture the unimaginable heartbreak and loneliness that impacted so many people. Wrapped in a serene nostalgia from the 70s-touched melody, it’s the laid-back warmth from the guitars and the understated rhythm that gets this song going. Later filling the instrumentation with more body, it’s their velveteen harmonies and exquisite electric guitar solo that make this wistful, West-Coast-dipped groove sound timeless.

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