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Mikalyn – “Ready To Love You”

Born as Mikalyn Hay in the town of Guelph, this Canadian singer and songwriter has been writing songs since she was 7 years young and also plays piano and guitar. Initially picked up by a Brazilian record label who turned her original songs into EDM, she started doing collaborations. Inspired by Tears For Fears, Billie Eilish and Marina, she debuted her own infectious pop sound on “Gone” in 2018.

While chronicling the overwhelming emotions being in a relationship you’re not quite ready for, her new single is a catchy, vintage-dipped groove. With a beat borrowed from the 80s, a retro-sizzle from the vibrant synths and a warm glow from the lustrous guitars, this tune gets a colorful sparkle. And with her fresh, reverberant vocals melting into the melody, this luscious jam is ready to love.

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Brooke Josephson – “Showin’ Up”

Hailing from the small town of Warsaw, Indiana, this sparkly singer and songwriter grew up singing religious songs in church, until she heard Madonna’s “Material Girl”. She earned a masters in songwriting at Berklee College Of Music. Also an actress, she worked on “All My Children” and “Bones”. Inspired by Alanis Morissette, Annie Lennox and Nile Rodgers, she debuted with “No For An Answer” in 2013.

Pumping some pulsating pop power through a rock filter, her new single is meant as both a show opener as a showstopper. Taken from her upcoming EP “Showin’ Up”, expected on February 25th and inspired by her real-life experiences, this sprightly track highlights the popstar part of her life. With a retro, 80s-touched melody and her fresh vocals, this jam is brimming with infectious vitality.

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Joshy Soul – “New Lover”

Born in sunshiny Long Beach, this flamboyant singer, songwriter, stylist and fashion model is an artist in every way. Raised on gospel music, he soaked up piano chords and harmonies and studied music at Riverside Community College. With his former band The Cool, he opened for Phoebe Bridgers, Cat Power and Haley Reinhart. He debuted his invigorating funky solo sound on “Celebration” in 2021.

Channeling the funkalicious vibes of Prince’s New Power Generation, his new single is bursting with eruptive confidence. Deeply dipped in the purple haze of 80s funk, it’s the relentless beat, sparkling guitars and lavish synths that fuse together into a voracious groove. And with his soulful, funk-infused vocals singing about new beginnings and moving on, this fiery jam is filled with a zesty bounce.

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Carli Brill – “Hey Little Girl”

Born and raised in Southern California, this bubbly singer and songwriter grew up playing guitar, piano and flute. Drawing inspiration from 50s and 60s acts like The Mamas & The Papas and The Beach Boys, she created a tasty retro-pop sound. In 2018 she won a nationwide contest, judged by Jessie J, to record at Capitol Records and released her self-titled debut EP under the moniker Sonara in 2019.

Get ready for a sonic journey through the warm tones of the swinging sixties, because her first single under her own name sounds like a long lost gem of the era. Kicking off with fresh and playful organ chords, it’s soon joined by the sway of a smooth drum and gentle guitar. Highlighting the need to embrace life’s ups and downs, it’s her refined, honey-sweet vocals that fill this groove with retro charm.

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Escape Ring – “Winning The War”

Hailing from Melbourne, this Australian band is a musical project around songwriter and vocalist Darren Moss. They’ve already had songs featured on NBC’s TV show “The Biggest Loser”. Drawing inspiration from performers such as The Beatles, REM, Fleetwood Mac and The Beach Boys, they’ve created a lush, one-of-a-kind harmonic rock mix. They debuted with their single “All The Way” in 2021.

Lyrically overcoming the voices in your head, that tell you you’re no good, their new single is actually bursting with positivity. Overall dipped in vintage vibes taken from a myriad of influences, it amalgamates into a jubilant sonic experience. Generally reminiscent of 90s pop/rock bands, it’s the added 70s harmonies, infectious exuberance and soulful horns that make this vibrant tune win our hearts.

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Hunter Moreau – “Sleepyhead”

Born in a seaside town near Cape Cod, this American singer and songwriter started taking voice lessons aged 8 and became part of local singing group Showstoppers aged 12, performing at charities, festivals and nursing homes for six years. Influenced by the likes of Stevie Nicks, Harry Styles and Frank Ocean, she forged a sound that’s uniquely hers. She released her debut “Drive In” in November 2019.

Illuminating the soundscape with sunlit charm and some feel-good vibes, her new single navigates the games your mind can play on you. Instantly gripping thanks to the infectious beat, the track soon evolves into an electro-pop gem, doused in a Fleetwood Mac-like retro haze. And with her honey-dipped, intoxicating vocals leading us deeper into her sonic realm, this lush jam is a total dream.

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