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Viktor Király – “Sorry Not Sorry”

Born in New York and based in Budapest, this Hungarian-American singer and songwriter grew up in a musical family. His dad was a professional drummer and his mother a background singer. He formed the band Twinz with his brother in 2006, won the show Megasztár 2 years later and was a contestant on The Voice US in 2015. He played renowned festivals like EFOTT and Sziget. Inspired by Donny Hathaway, Marvin Gaye and Michael Jackson, he debuted with “Forgószél” in 2009.

Narrating the difficulties with balancing the demands of a life in the public eye and a romantic relationship in his personal life, his new single is an apologetic, heartfelt love letter to his partner. Taken from his recently released album “My Name Is Viktor”, this song is not just about the price of fame, but also a shift back to his soulful origins. Dipped in a retro smoothness, it’s the laidback rhythm, mellow horns and his vocal warmth that make this tune sound authentically velvety.

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Kenadi Dodds – “Run”

Born in Utah, this singer and songwriter grew up in a music-loving household with two visually impaired parents. Her dad Chris Dodds was an athlete playing for the US Paralympic Goalball Team. A Shania Twain concert aged 9 sparked her drive to become an artist and she began vocal and piano lessons shortly after. She was a contestant on America’s Got Talent 2020, reaching the Top 10. Inspired by Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus and Sabrina Carpenter, she debuted with “Toxic” in 2025.

Singing about embracing a passionate summer romance, her new single recognises the futility of trying to run from your feelings for someone special. Wrapped in a sunlit, high-energy melody, this catchy pop song is a fast-paced sonic feast. Driven by clever layering of a rhythmic pulse and radiant synths, this tune mimics the sensation of running. And shifting away from her country roots, it’s her bright pop vocals that turn this lively groove into a celebration of summery love.

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Melanie Wehbe – “Alive”

Hailing from Västerås, this Swedish singer and songwriter discovered songwriting as a coping mechanism at the age of 14 and used it as a tool to make sense of her life. As a child she did have formal piano lessons and attended a music school. She’s written a plethora of songs for other artists, including 4 Eurovision Song Contest entries. As a singer she’s performed at various Pride festivals across Europe. Inspired by Kelly Clarkson and Hayley Williams, she debuted with “Wasted” in 2016.

Written as an emotional compass for self-acceptance and celebrating hope, courage and the freedom to love yourself, her new single was chosen at the official theme for Stockholm Pride 2026. Accompanying the empowering lyrics is a high-energy and stadium-ready Scandi-pop melody. With a pulsating bass, radiant synths and orchestral strings merging into an imposing wall-of-sound, it’s her multi-faceted vocals ranging from intimate to powerful that make this tune a catchy groove.

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John Muirhead – “I Tried Love”

Based in Toronto, this Canadian singer and songwriter took his first musical steps in church choirs and community singing gatherings. Attending his first concert of Street Dogs aged 12 ignited his musical spark and soon he picked up a guitar and taught himself to play. Since  he’s played festivals like Winnipeg Folk Festival and Gate To Southwell in the UK and venues such as Paradiso. Inspired by Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young and The Lumineers, he debuted with “Yesterday’s Smile” in 2016.

His new single is about dealing with the unhealthy ways we cope with the heavy burdens modern life can bring in favour of love, human connection and hope. Taken from his recently released album “The Nomad & The Never Ending Road”, this song combines honest lyrics with a slow-building indie-folk melody. Opening with his fingerpicked acoustic guitar, it slowly swells with added piano and steady drums. And with his authentically raw vocals, this lush anthem is pure passion.

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Chloe Jane – “Feel The Love”

Born as Chloe Schindler and based in New York City, this singer and songwriter was exposed to the performing arts at a young age. She studied at the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music. Also an elite figure skater, she began her career as a nightclub DJ at just 13 years young. Since she’s performed at New York Fashion Week and venues like Amnesia Ibiza and The Mercury Lounge. Inspired by Lady Gaga, Whitney Houston and David Guetta, she released her debut “Superstar” in 2017.

With lyrics going from fear of rejection to self-acceptance, her new single was written as an escape from a dark and divided world. Sparkling with a high-energy, 70s-infused disco vibrancy, the song calls for unity and human connection. With an insatiable groovy bass, funky electric guitar and radiant retro synths giving the track a Nile Rodgers-style vitality, it’s her syncopated, joyous vocals that fuse the sonic elements into an infectious tune that will entice you to the dancefloor.

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HILLARI – “How Does It Feel”

Born in Oslo with Filipino roots, this Norwegian-Filipino singer and songwriter spent some of her early childhood living in The Philippines. Returning to Oslo aged 8, she became a church vocalist. She’s also a self-taught pianist and guitarist. Although she studied Business at school, she chose music full-time aged 18. She’s played festivals like Roskilde and ESNS and venues like The Jazz Cafe in London. Inspired by Alicia Keys, Sade and Doechii, she debuted with “Desperate Soul” in 2023.

Written as a reminder that you are special, loved and so valuable even when it doesn’t feel like it, her new single is about embracing your authentic self. Wrapping the encouraging lyrics in a warm, comforting blend of smooth soul and silky R&B, this dreamy song is organically layered. With a summery rhythm, satiny strings and jazz-infused horns creating a welcoming melodic hug, it’s her velvety, honey-sweet vocals that elevates this soul-stirring groove to sound truly inspirational.

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