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Juliander – “Cold Shoulder”

Born as Albin Juliander Palmgren, this Swedish singer, songwriter and producer has been a part of the music scene from a young age. Signed by Sony at the age of 16, he’s written and co-written songs for a number of artists. He’s also toured with Zara Larsson, recorded with Noah Cyrus and performed at Coachella. Inspired by The Weeknd and The 1975, he released his debut “Same Moon” in 2017.

Fusing 80s synth-pop with contemporary elements, his new single has a punchy retro vibe that still manages to stay current. Starting with a bouncy neon synth laying down an anthemic intro, he then comes in with a modern vocal production and resonant beats. And with the addition of some early 80s strings and the warmth of his voice, this is an irresistible slice of sunlit dance-pop vigor.

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Ali Angel – “Loving You Lately”

Raised in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, this eclectic singer and songwriter started guitar lessons aged 8. She studied Digital Media Production at University in New Orleans, hoping to become a screenwriter. However, after graduation she decided on a music career instead. Inspired by the varied sounds of Elton John, Dan Auerbach and Nicole Atkins, she debuted with “Play Pretend” in 2021.

Exploring every nook and cranny of the music spectrum on her upcoming, self-titled debut EP, expected on June 17th, she’s released singles with a classic Motown vibe and with neon 80s rock grit. Her new single harkens back to the female songwriters of the 70s, with an acoustic guitar and mellow rhythm. And with silky horns and her smoky vocals, this is a retro groove you’ve just got to love.

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Spencer Crandall – “What Do We Do Now?”

While growing up in Denver, surrounded by his parents’ love for country music, this singer and songwriter was more a music fan than a musician. Initially wanting to become a football player, an injury led him to his guitar. Now based in Nashville and inspired by an eclectic variety of music, from Taylor Swift and Keith Urban to Emimem and Drake, he debuted with his single “Let It Happen” in 2015.

Chronicling the feelings of rebuilding your life again after a breakup, his new single asks the question on how to untie your life from the life you shared with your ex. Combining his poignant lyrics with a laid-back twang and an emotive steel guitar, it’s his heartwarming voice gliding over the smooth tune that truly adds a level of relatable honesty and rich sentimentality to this country-pop gem.

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Sinclair – “Middle Of The Night”

Growing up as the lesbian daughter of an Evangelical pastor in Madrid, New York, this bubbly pop singer and songwriter laces her honest lyrics with self-discovery and independence. Now based in the more liberal Nashville, she’s since toured with artists such as Daughtry and Kacey Musgraves. Already a Beatles fan aged 4 and playing piano and guitar, she debuted with her EP “Sweet Talk” in 2014.

With a throbbing beat and wah-wah guitars as the enticing starter, her new single soon kicks it into high gear. Taken from her EP “Montage” and blending vibrant retro-pop with a funkalicious vibe, dipping it in colorful neon sparkles and finishing with a modern production, this rich, vintage-touched groove has it all. And with her refreshing vocal glitz, this is an invigorating upbeat tune.

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Meagan De Lima – “Queen”

Hailing from Toronto, this multi-cultural Canadian singer and songwriter formed a love of music at a young age, thanks to her jazz musician grandfathers. Having grown up with mental health issues and her parents’ health battles, she found refuge in music. Since she’s performed for President Obama and was awarded Canada’s Top Artist For Social Change. She debuted with “Like You Do” in 2015.

Paying tribute to the true strength and resiliency of her mother, her new single enriches the smooth R&B melody with an admirable honesty. With soft keys, an easygoing guitar and mellow percussion blending into a soothing euphony, it’s her beguiling, silky vocals and the addition of a gospel choir to the ascending sonic energy, that makes this soulful salutation a thing of authentic aural elegance.

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Gyasi – “She Don’t Care”

Born and raised among the breathtaking nature of West-Virginia, this flamboyant singer and songwriter had an interest in music since drumming along to The Beatles aged 4 and moved to guitar aged 6. He studied at Berklee College Of Music and after moved to Nashville. Inspired by rock from The Rolling Stones to David Bowie, he debuted his glamorous style on his EP “Peacock Fantasies” in 2018.

Celebrating the golden glitters of 70s glam-rock with a layer of modernity, his new single is an ostentatious slice of sonic rebellion. Pouring his vibrant sense of flair over the untamed melody, he lets the rousing beat reverberate and his electric guitar howl. Sounding like a mixture of Bowie, Bolan and a touch of Kravitz, it’s the retro Rock ‘n Roll fierceness that fills this fiery tune with vivid vitality.

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