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Casey Conroy – “Long Drive”

Hailing from Orlando, this rising singer/songwriter grew up around music thanks to her Irish musician dad. She was raised on a steady diet of 80s music like Depeche Mode, Phil Collins and Stevie Nicks and, for as long as she can remember, she would sing songs penned by her father in a tiny home studio. By the age of 12 she’d started playing the piano and writing her own songs. Inspired by artists like Coldplay, Kimbra and Frank Ocean, she released her debut single “Watch You Go” in 2018.

Learning to follow her instinct of doing what feels right in an otherwise turbulent world, her new single reclaims trust in herself and a defiance to go against expectations. Take from her upcoming EP “The Mess I’ve Made”, expected in February 2026, the song is a laid-back, sunlit pop melody. With radiant guitars, luminous synths and a sparkling chorus giving the breezy tune an 80s road-trip vibe, it’s her golden, glistening vocals cruising over the warm notes that make this an irresistible gem.

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Marilyn Hucek – “Rebound”

Born in Washington D.C., this American-Chilean singer and songwriter carried the music bug with her her whole life. Writing songs from a very young age, she enriched that skill by learning to play piano and guitar. Since the start of her career, she’s performed at various venues such as the Hard Rock CafĂ© in DC, as well as the Annapolis Songwriters Festival and the Takoma Park Folk Festival. Inspired by Stevie Nicks, Carly Simon and Taylor Swift, she released her debut “Memories” in 2020.

Narrating the feeling of being in a vicious circle of going back to the lover you were convinced you were done with, her new single decorates that contradiction with refreshing honesty. Taken from her recently released album “MARILYN”, the song starts with a resonant beat and is joined in the chorus by joyous guitars. Drizzled with a taste of the 90s, it smoothly blends pop and country. And with her authentic, confident vocals, this fun-filled groove is both heartfelt and infectious.

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Midlake – “Eyes Full Of Animal”

Formed in 1999 in Denton, Texas, this folk-rock band currently consists of Eric Nichelson, McKenzie Smith, Eric Pulido, Scott Lee and Jesse Chandler after a few line-up changes. Initially experimenting with sounds, they began with funk/jazz and moved to indie rock. During their career they’ve played festivals such as SXSW and End Of The Road. Inspired by various artists ranging from Jethro Tull to Radiohead and The Flaming Lips, they debuted with “Milkmaid Grand Army” in 2001.

Singing about the animalistic abilities of humans and the repercussions of that behaviour in society, their new single explores emotional misalignment. Taken from their upcoming album “A Bridge To Far”, expected on November 7th, the song fuses elements of psychedelic rock and folk. Intricately layered instrumentation of hypnotic drums, groovy guitars and soft piano effortlessly blend into each other. And with harmonious vocals, this mesmerizing tune is a sheer sonic beauty.

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Carol Ades – “Worst Person In The World”

Born in New Jersey as Caroline Pennell and based in Los Angeles, this singer and songwriter began writing when she was 11, but started seriously pursuing it in her early 20s. She participated in The Voice in 2013, being eliminated in week 8. Since then she wrote for artists such as Ava Max and Demi Lovato and toured with Lizzy McAlpine and Holly Humberstone. Inspired by The Japanese House and Phoebe Bridgers, she debuted her new moniker on “I Can’t Wait To Be British” in 2021.

Effectively breaking through the taboo of discussing uncomfortable topics, her new single explores the emotions and depression that getting your period can bring. Wrapping her open and honest lyrics in an opulent, cinematic melody, the song opens with a mild piano and leads to a vivid chorus. With a lively beat and sparkling guitars adding a splash of sunlit vitality, it’s the heavenly backing harmonies and her sincere vocals that turn this candid tune into an alluring auditory gift.

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Scotch Mist – “Patterns In The Sky”

Based in New York and consisting of Venezuelan-born lead singer Eduardo Zighelboim, Brazilian-born bassist Gianluca Girard and guitarist Fern Souza, this band evolved from Ed’s solo DIY project. Guided by people like Matthew Lewin of Magdalena Bay, they created an eclectic sound blending 70s and 80s music and disco, psych rock and indie-pop. Inspired by a wide-range of artists like Bee Gees, The Police and Steely Dan, they debuted as a trio with the single “yeahyeahyeah” in 2020.

Reminiscing of a real experience where a band member saw beautiful, glass-like patterns in the clouds while high on mushrooms, their new single uses the happening as a metaphor for unpredictable emotions in a relationship. Initially starting with an 80s electric synth drone, the song evolves into a sophisticated, 70s AOR-inspired smooth groove. With a soft drum, mellow keys and vibrant guitars, it’s the chill vibe of the harmonic vocals that escorts us through their colorful, sonic world.

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Tessa Rose Jackson – “Fear Bangs The Drum”

Born in Amsterdam and based in London, this British-Dutch singer and songwriter started her musical journey studying piano at the Junior Jazz College. At 15 she moved to London to study at the renowned BRIT School. Back in Amsterdam she studied at the Conservatory. Now splitting her time between the UK and The Netherlands, she’s played festivals like ESNS and The Great Escape. Inspired by Carole King, Feist and Tame Impala, she debuted with “(Songs From) The Sandbox” in 2013.

Singing about acknowledging fear in a turbulent world and embracing it rather than suppress it, her single wraps her lyrical turmoil in a luminous melody. Taken from her upcoming album “The Lighthouse”, expected on January 23rd, 2026, the songs backbone is the titular drum, but is soon paired with a warm guitar. And with the addition of spectral atmospherics and sprightly brass completing the tune, it’s her authentic vocals that merge all elements together into a lavish whole.

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