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Lucy Deakin – “Sunburn”

Born in Stoke On Trent, this British singer and songwriter grew up watching Hanna Montana and playing SingStar on the Nintendo Wii. She developed her sound in Manchester and is now based in London. She studied music at the Royal Northern College of Music and progressed to play venues such as The Camden Assembly and the O2 Ritz, as well as festivals like OTHR and The Great Escape. Inspired by Dua Lipa, Charli XCX and Miley Cyrus, she debuted with “I Don’t Wanna Be Her” in 2019.

Singing about the juxtaposition of feeling both sad and happy while holding on to a summertime love long after it has slipped away, her new single combines bittersweet lyrics with an upbeat alt-pop sizzle. Slowly building the sonic excitement with retro synth effects, it’s the reverberant beat that is the driving force. Soaring into the infectious chorus, the synths get a sparkle and the drums extra oomph. And with her shimmering vocals, this gripping groove is a cleverly layered tune.

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Drew Schueler – “I Thought By Now”

Based in Nashville, this singer and songwriter grew up surrounded by music, thanks to his dad who plays in an 80s cover band and his mom working in radio in Cincinnati. He got his first taste of performing aged 4 on stage with his dads band. He started his career as part of the band The Civics. Solo he’s won the Grand Prize in the American Songwriter Song Contest and the NSAI Song Contest. Inspired by artists like Lauv, Jon Bellion and LANY, he released his solo debut “Open Water” in 2018.

Singing about coming to terms with the realization that life did not unfold as expected, his new single may incapsulate self-doubt but lead to finding that those around him support his choices. Taken from his recently released EP “Vulnerable For Once”, the song is an emotion-filled pop ballad. Centred around a warm acoustic guitar, halfway through the track it explodes into a tumultuous electronic cacophony. And with his soothing vocals, this sonic journey is a meaningful gem.

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Savannah Jade – “Man Outta Me”

Born in Quebec, this Canadian singer and songwriter’s love for music first took her to opera. Her passion for performance developed as a professional figure skater. Not forgetting her music, she auditioned for The Voice Quebec in 2013. In 2016 she formed the duo Five Roses with Zach Ouimet, debuted with “Might As Well Be Me” in 2021 and played the Boots & Hearts Music Festival. Inspired by Lainey Wilson, Chappell Roan and Paramore, she released her solo debut “He’s The One” in 2024.

With autobiographical lyrics about her rising above negativity, heartbreak and doubt, her new single is filled with empowering resilience. Starting calmly with a soft guitar twang and a mellow rhythm, the song explodes into fiery country-pop in the chorus. Adding potent percussion and blazing electric guitars to the melody turns her initial melancholy into an all-powerful phoenix. And with her fierce vocals injecting some impassioned fire, this sizzling groove is red-hot.

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Telos Vision – “All Of The Time”

Born as Teodor Boogh and hailing from Gothenburg, this Swedish singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist grew up in a very musical household and fell in love with it when he discovered the guitar. Since the start of his varied career he’s worked as producer and musician with bands like Graveyard, Little Dragon and The Hellacopters. Drawing inspiration from a wide-range of artists like Jonathan Wilson, The War On Drugs and Big Thief, he debuted with “Hold On” in 2018.

Exploring generosity and vulnerability, his new single reflects on the delicate balance of love. Crafted entirely by him, who not only wrote and produced the song, but also played all the instruments, this song is soft, slow-burning 70s-inspired yacht-rock. Taken from his upcoming album “Decisions”, expected on April 24, 2026, it’s the gentle rhythm, subtle guitars and smooth keys that create the mesmerizing melody. And with his hypnotic vocals, this warm tune is a true joy for your ears.

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Dina Renee – “Heartbreak Saved My Life”

Knoxville-born and Los Angeles-based, this multi-hyphenate singer, songwriter and actress taught herself to play piano by ear at 3 years young and started writing songs as soon as she could. After graduating from University, she moved to Los Angeles where she performed at venues like The Viper Room and The Peppermint Club, as well as act in shows such as Glee and The Goldbergs. Inspired by Britney Spears, Sheryl Crow and Mariah Carey, she debuted with “All In Front Of You in 2015.

Taking a look at the positive aspects of heartbreak, her new single celebrates the moment you realize that the breakup didn’t destroy you, but that you are stronger because of it. Blending together late 90s/early 00s electro pop with impassioned lyrics, this song has an energetic retro sound. With a vibrant beat and lucent synths creating the electronic soundscape, it’s her sparkling vocals adding emotive empowerment that give this euphoric dance track authentic sonic flair.

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Hana Lili – “Undress Me”

Born in the Vale of Glamorgan, this Welsh singer and songwriter made her first mark on the entertainment scene as a voice actress, voicing Chloe in the Welsh dub of Chloe’s Closet. She began writing songs at 14 and studied music production at college. One of her songs has been used on ITV’s Love Island. Since then she’s supported Coldplay on their Music Of The Spheres World Tour in Cardiff. Inspired by No Doubt, The Cardigans and Fleetwood Mac, she released her debut “Stay” in 2021.

Lyrically telling the story of a relationship that ended, her new single is about the moment you realize that getting undressed starts to feel uncomfortable because the love is already over. Taking the sensitive lyrics and wrapping them in pure sonic vulnerability, the emotionally-charged melody sounds intimate and warm. With a delicate piano and soft strings leading to an anthemic chorus with a rolling rhythm, it’s her heartrending vocals that convey a refreshing honesty and valor.

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