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Sharl – “No Other”

Originally from Australia and now based in London, this rising singer and songwriter started learning musical instruments at 3 and has been writing songs all of her life. She got signed by an UK indie label and reached the semi-finals of the International Songwriting Competition. Inspired by Taylor Swift, Sia and Lady Gaga, she re-debuted as an independent artist with the single “Let Me Know” in 2022.

This song should start with Once upon a time, as she tells the story of feeling totally intoxicated with someone as if you were in a fairytale world. Taken from her upcoming sophomore album “Clichés”, expected in November, it starts with a warm bass and a punchy beat, before adding colorful synths and vivid brass. And with her silken vocal energy, this is a catchy, retro-touched tune like no other.

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Ryan Nealon – “Matter Of Time”

Hailing from San Diego, this singer and songwriter’s life, as well as his musical journey, was influenced by the death of his mother when he was 5. Raised by his supportive aunt and uncle, he moved to Los Angeles after high school to study at UCLA and earned a bachelor’s in jazz studies. Inspired by Carole King, Stevie Wonder and Earth, Wind & Fire, he released his debut “When We Were Young” in 2016.

Telling the relatable tale of the fear of living up to people’s expectations and hiding that feeling of uncertainty for the world, his new single serves as a mirror to remind us to stay true to ourselves at all times. Driven by a propulsive beat and neon-infused synths, it’s the celestial harmonies and his delightfully retro-touched vocals, coasting over the lively melody, that turn this tune in a timeless groove.

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NERIAH – “Promise Ring”

Although born in Los Angeles to TV personality Brooke Burke and Extreme Makeover plastic surgeon Garth Fisher, this rising singer and songwriter is determined to carve her own path. After recording her first song aged 5, music remained her passion. She got noticed posting her songs on YouTube and later on TikTok. Inspired by Julia Michaels and Colbie Caillat, she released her debut “Loner” in 2020.

Singing about getting hurt by a relationship filled with empty promises, her new single combines the emotive lyrics with an infectious melody. Taken from her upcoming album “Cause Of Death”, expected on October 13th, it’s the fiery bass, driving beat and shimmering synths that fuse a modern tune with retro elements. And with her glittering vocals, this jam delivers everything it promises.

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Tori Cross – “Too Many”

Hailing from Birmingham, this British singer/songwriter was born with creativity etched in her DNA with artists in her family. She started writing her own songs at 16 and moved to Liverpool to study music at university. Since then she’s lent her voice to house artists like LUCA and Rory Hoy. Inspired by Amy Winehouse, Lianne La Havas and Corinne Bailey Rae , she debuted with “Looking Up” in 2018.

Taking the listener along on her rediscovering her true self after an impacting breakup, her new single is genuine and personal. Accompanying her emotional lyrics is an ear-stroking R&B melody constructed from a laid-back acoustic guitar and mellow percussion. Joined by celestial backing harmonies, she tells her tale with her enchanting vocals and gives this intimate smooth jam pure elegance.

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Ben Kessler – “Do It Again”

Born in Philadelphia, this versatile singer, songwriter and producer was already dabbling with acoustic music projects in high school, but decided to study English at Vanderbilt University in Nashville. Since graduating he’s been on tour with Lizzy McAlpine and amassed over 100 million streams. Inspired by Simon & Garfunkel, Bon Iver and John Mayer, he debuted with “Good Enough” in 2019.

With lyrics steeped in melancholy, singing about a lost relationship with a person that hurt you, but that you’re not ready to let go of, his new single feels relatable. Driven by a rolling rhythm and a refreshing guitar, he’s created a dreamy soundscape to get lost in. And with cleverly layered harmonies and his silky-smooth vocals fluently merging with the tune, this song sounds heavenly.

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Rebecca Sichon – “Picking Petals”

Growing up in Mission, this Canadian singer, songwriter and musician was surrounded by classical and jazz music. She started singing aged 5, began taking piano lessons at the Royal Conservatory of Music at 7 and added ukulele and guitar at 12. She’s performed over 200 SoFar shows and toured Canada. Inspired by H.E.R., Alicia Keys and Amy Winehouse, she released her debut “Let Me Go” in 2016.

Sonically playing the does-he-love-me, does-he-love-me-not game, questioning a new lovers feelings petal by petal, her new single is a delightful fusion of R&B, soul and jazz. Intricately constructed with a mellow rhythm, rich bass and celestial harmonies, this alluring melody is full of warmth and charm. And with her sumptuous vocals stroking every note, this jam is a stunning smooth groove.

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