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Carleton Stone – “Fences”

Based in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, this Canadian singer and songwriter started his professional career fronting a band in 2009 before becoming a solo artist in 2011. In 2015 he formed the band Port Cities together with Dylan Guthro and Breagh Mackinnon. In 2022 he returned to solo releases. Inspired by Bruce Springsteen, Ryan Adams and Bob Dylan, he debuted with his self-titled album in 2011.

Telling an epic love story of a romance that may be down, but remains neverending, his new single captures lovers resolve to evolve and grow their relationship. Creating an instantly captivating soundscape with a relentless beat, vibrant guitars and lustrous synths, it’s his riveting vocal performance, brimming with emotive allure, that give this charismatic tune its heartwarming and anthemic quality.

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Ella Tiritiello – “Younger”

Born in Kristianstad, this rising Swedish artist was raised by music loving parents and grew up listening to strong female vocalists such as Diana Ross, Adele and Sia. In 2021 she was selected by the Tim Bergling Foundation to sing, perform and record Avicii’s “For A Better Day” with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra at the Avicii Arena. She released her debut single “Say Something” in 2022.

Capturing the complex challenges faced by the current generation, her new single wraps her relatable lyrics in a dreamy and infectious pop melody. With a melancholic vibe from the drum beat, the tantalizing guitar and the angelic harmonies painting the sonic picture, it’s her alluring vocal tone singing her introspective words, that makes this wistful, charismatic tune sound extraordinary.

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Gary Beals – “Self Revolution”

Hailing from Cherry Brook, Nova Scotia, this award-winning Canadian singer fell in love with music singing in his church choir. He went on to become runner-up in the first season of Canadian Idol in 2003 and released his self-titled debut album in 2004. Inspired by legends like Aretha Franklin, Al Green and Michael Jackson, he returned from a 10 year hiatus with his single “Me For Me” in 2020.

Filled with a lyrical honesty and authenticity, showing a piece of his heart and soul, his new single pays homage to the classic soul artists he grew up listening to. Taken from his album “The Melody Within”, he pours a multitude of emotion into the instrumentation. With a mellow rhythm, smooth piano and gospel-like harmonies, it’s the honeyed tone of his velvety voice that reaches deep into your soul.

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Danielle Nicole – “Make Love”

Born as Danielle Nicole Schnebelen, this blues singer and songwriter grew up with a love to perform, from taking dance lessons to playing saxophone in school. Her first proper performance was aged 12, singing a Koko Taylor song, and she sang lead in her father’s band aged 16. She would later form the band Trampled Under Foot with her brothers. She debuted solo on her self-titled EP in 2015.

Relating a message of love, family and togetherness when life’s painful moments are getting too much, her new single is filled with passionate soul-infused blues. Taken from her upcoming album “The Love You Bleed”, expected on January 26th, it’s the retro soul rhythm, fiery bass and sleek organ accompanying her emotive and fierce vocals that make this unforgettable jam sound full of sonic love.

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Imogen Clark – “If I Want In”

Hailing from Western Sydney, this Australian singer and songwriter has always been immersed in music. Trained as an opera singer from the age of 8, she moved on to piano, guitar and songwriting aged 12. Since then she’s recorded in iconic studio’s in Nashville, London and Los Angeles. Inspired by Bruce Springsteen, HAIM and Taylor Swift, she released her debut “Take Me For A Ride” in 2016.

Telling her own story that she needed to leave her home town in order to grow into the person she wanted to be, her new single pays homage to both her roots and her journey. Lighting her lyrics with bright neon, it’s the crisp synths, bombastic drums and raw electric guitars that forge a high-energy 80s pop-rock jam. And with her im-passioned vocals, this slick retro groove is pure sonic gold.

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Etham – “Know Me Yet”

Based in Reading, this British singer and songwriter has been dreaming of a life in music since he started playing the guitar aged 9. At 13 he began singing songs. He started performing wherever he could, from local talent shows to busking, and progressed to supporting JP Cooper and James Morrison. Inspired by The Beatles, Elton John and Otis Redding, he debuted with his EP “Better Now” in 2018.

Bringing an ode to true love and exploring the emerging feelings and the even deeper ones ahead, his new single blossoms just like the budding romance it describes. Taken from his upcoming EP “Patterns”, to be released on November 24th, he starts with a gentle piano to titillate your senses, before adding an anthemic rhythm. And with his emotive vocals, this smooth groove is a polished gem.

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