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Brit Drozda – “Flowers From Heaven”

Based in Juno Beach, this singer-songwriter spent her childhood in New York where her parents took her to lots of Broadway shows and concerts. She began classical piano lessons aged 4. In high school, she and her late brother, Virgil Price III, started writing songs together. Since then, she’s played festivals like The Charlotte Music Festival and venues like Rockwood Music Hall. Inspired by Norah Jones, Brandi Carlile and Sheryl Crow, she debuted with “Let Me Hang The Moon” in 2016.

Written as a heartfelt tribute to her late brother who disappeared at sea while freediving in 2024, her new single is a continuation of the last song he was writing before his death. Lyrically talking about coping with grief and finding the courage to move forward, this song is about both hope and honoring his memory. With an intimate sound of the family piano, lush guitars, and rhythmic bassline, it’s the vulnerable warmth of her voice that makes this personal tune truly extraordinary.

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Sarah Louise – “Different Kind Of Girl”

Born in Colchester, this British singer-songwriter discovered singing at the age of 4. Throughout her childhood, she was recording improvised songs on a tape recorder. After singing for patrons in a bar that she worked at as a teenager, a passion for performing was born. Since then she’s played festivals like Country Calling UK and various venues such as The Cavern Club and The Bluebird Cafe. Inspired by Shania Twain, The Chicks and Taylor Swift, she debuted with “Feet On The Ground” in 2020.

Lyrically highlighting the emotional transition from self-doubt to self-worth, her new single is about self-discovery, reclaiming your own confidence and welcoming a new chapter in life. Filled with a blend of modern pop and rich country, this song combines her empowering words with an effulgent, uplifting melody. With acoustic guitars, peppy rhythm and organic synths forging the polished soundscape, it’s her soulful vocals that give this radio-ready anthem a truly inspiring edge.

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Shane Pendergast – “Jack Pine”

Hailing from Prince Edward Island, this Canadian singer-songwriter was born into a very musical household. His father Mike Pendergast is a musician and storyteller and that talent goes back through the various generations. He learned to play entirely by ear from an early age. He’s played festivals like Summerfolk and Celtic Colours, and venues such as Trailside Music Hall and The Water Rats. Inspired by Gordon Lightfoot, John Prine and Stan Rogers, he released his debut “Gaspésie” in 2020.

Referencing the jack pine tree, which is known to survive in poor soil and harsh climates, his new single is about resilience, strength and the ability to weather any emotional storm without breaking. Taken from his upcoming, same-titled album, expected on October 23rd, his warm lyrics are enveloped by a welcoming folk-rock melody. Recorded live, it’s the upbeat percussion, the lively traditional fiddle and his honest, familiar vocals that give this slick, authentic tune a breezy autumn feel.

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Dani Marchio – “Blush”

Based in Sydney, this Australian singer-songwriter’s fascination with singing and performing started when she was young, growing up in a musical-oriented environment. She began singing in church and at talent shows and open mic nights, honing her skills. It wouldn’t be until after high school that she explored songwriting properly. She’s played the ARIA Music Awards and The Hotel Cafe in L.A.. Inspired by Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan, she debuted with “Daydreamer” in 2024.

Capturing the sheer excitement and slight trepidation of stepping out of your comfort zone and exploring the possibility that a friendship can turn into love, her new single embraces the friends-to-lovers rom-com vibe. Creating an ’80s-dipped sonic vibrancy, the song is an infectious, high-energy pop groove. With lively rhythms, a bouncy bass and bright guitars forging a nostalgia-filled melody, it’s her breezy, storytelling vocals that give this tune a joyous polish and make it sound irresistible.

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Tennyson King – “The Great Unknown”

Born in Hong Kong and raised in Mississauga, this Canadian singer-songwriter moved to Canada at 4 years old. He grew up in a traditional Asian household and, under parental pressure, took classical piano lessons. Discovering the electric guitar as a teen sparked a passion and he began writing songs. Since then he’s performed at events across the world like Glastonbury and the Jade Music Festival. Inspired by Bahamas, John Mayer and Tim Buckley, he debuted with his self-titled EP in 2015.

Inspired by his real-life experience where he almost drowned while free diving in Australia, his new single’s lyrics cover accepting life’s changes and finding freedom in a lack of control. Taken from his upcoming album “100 Cities”, expected on November 6th, it blends a western folk-rock foundation of acoustic guitars and an indie-pop rhythm with traditional Chinese elements, like the Zhongruan and the Guzheng. And with a gentle rasp in his warm vocals, this is a lush tune.

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Kyla Greening – “I Like It”

Born in Hamilton, this New Zealand singer-songwriter was raised in a very musical household. She spent her childhood singing in church and being taught multiple instruments by her father, such as guitar, bass, percussion, trumpet, saxophone and ukulele. She was featured on INTROS, the podcast by fellow Kiwi artist Georgia Lines, and she’s expanding her skillset to musical theater. Inspired by Stevie Wonder, Tori Kelly and India Arie, she released her debut “Rich Girl” in 2021.

As a celebration of self-love and embracing what makes you happy, her new single is brimming with confidence and unapologetic joy. Exuding pure happiness, this song is a vibrant blend of lively R&B/pop, vintage funk and a touch of soul. With funkalicious basslines, playful keys and rich stacked harmonies forging an infectious, energetic live-band sound, it’s her luscious and expressive vocals that turn this exultant feel-good anthem into an extraordinary, radio-ready funky R&B jam.

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