In The Spotlight

Maddie Glass – “Space Boyfriend”

Born and raised in New York City, this singer, songwriter and actress grew up acting all around Manhattan and featured in Off-Broadway productions as a child. She’s currently studying acting at NYU Tisch and working on her first EP. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Avril Lavigne, Julia Michaels and Paramore, she debuted her bubbly pop-punk sound on her single “Livin’ In 2021” earlier this year.

Taking the listener way beyond Earth’s atmosphere, her sophomore single is an infectious and nostalgic pop-punk tune, reminiscent of the early 2000s teenage stars, while keeping a foothold in the present. Launching her sassy sound with buoyant electric guitars and a peppy beat, she completes her interstellar jam with her fresh and cheery vocals and a vibrant danceability that is out of this world.

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Tom King – “Honest”

Growing up in Guildford, this rising British singer and songwriter started performing ABBA or Lady Gaga songs for family, before landing a place at the famed Guildford Cathedral Choir aged 7. At 13 he won the BBC Radio 2’s Chorister Of The Year Award, just before leaving the choir. He debuted his distinctive soaring vocals, emotive lyrics and lush, soulful melodies on “Why Are You Here?” in 2019.

Imposing, powerful and soul-drenched, his new single is an impassioned sonic experience. Incorporating his own heartbreak from being lied to by someone he was in love with, it’s vivacious in the honest lyrics as well as through the bombastic percussion and grandiose horns. Feeling its classic auditory force reverberating deep in your belly and your soul, this anthemic groove sounds extraordinary.

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Brooke Turner – “Why”

Recently transitioned from the EDM scene, this Canadian singer and songwriter is now making waves with her newly adopted R&B and pop blend. She’s had many songs placed in movies and on TV shows, like Degrassi and on Hallmark. Her new sound has been compared to artists such as Ariana Grande and Kiana Ledé. She debuted her rich, soulful sound with the single “Ooh” earlier this year.

Her debut EP encapsulates the span of a relationship that eventually turns sour. The title track uses a melancholic melody and emotive lyricism to reminisce about a lost love. With a shimmering synth and electronic handclaps setting the scene, it’s the creamy rhythm and the sirenic voice of this wistful enchantress that adds a beguiling and esoteric vibe to this captivating and bewitching euphony.

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Ryan O’Shaughnessy – “Coffee”

Hailing from Dublin, this multi-talented Irish singer, songwriter and former actor has been making a name for himself since entering The Voice Of Ireland and Britain’s Got Talent in 2012. In that same year he released his self-titled debut EP. Also a multi-instrumentalist, he plays guitar, piano and saxophone and represented Ireland in the 2018 Eurovision Song Contest with the song “Together”.

Brewing a delicious blend of acoustic flavors, his new single has sonically percolated to perfection. Fusing a mellow tasting jazz guitar with his refreshing, full-bodied vocals gives it a smooth aroma, before a sweet sampling of a rich rhythm and some savory horns add a shot of caffeine to this cup of auditory java. Both silky as packing a punch, this appetizing musical beverage tastes heavenly.

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Tatyana Kalko – “Thank You For The Pain”

Born in Belarus and based in New York City, this singer and songwriter is a classically trained vocalist and self-taught guitarist and piano player. Blending her rich Slavic and Jewish heritage with contemporary sounds, she’s explored everything from folk and electro-pop to jazz and chansons. Influenced by the likes of Leonard Cohen and The Beatles, she released her debut “On Repeat” in 2018.

Capturing sheer beauty in four minutes of exceptional elegance, her new single takes her talent for storytelling and lifts it up with a stunning melody. The sumptuous piano sets the tone, while the handclap rhythm and the velveteen strings stroke her silky, dulcet vocals. Lyrically talking about our inner struggles and how to overcome them, this smooth groove leaves a lot to be thankful for.

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Liz Lawrence – “Saturated”

Although initially wanting to become a football player, this British singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist was always surrounded by music when growing up. She debuted with a more folk-driven album “Bedroom Hero” in 2012, but withdrew from the spotlight to teach herself production and tour with Bombay Bicycle Club. She’s also supported Scouting For Girls and Ani DiFranco live on stage.

Taking a more disco approach to an enchanting love song, her new single is a spellbinding slice of auditory delights. Taken from her upcoming album “The Avalanche”, to be released on September 17th, this spirited tune is build on a driving rhythm and a lively bass line. Enriched with crisp guitars, bright keys and her distinctive fresh vocals, she saturates this infectious jam with copious sonic sparkle.

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