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Heather Janssen – “Keeping Secrets”

Born and raised in Ontario, this Canadian pop princess is a singer and songwriter that has tried her hand at severel different areas of the music scene. She got her start on YouTube in 2011 and released a Christmas single in 2015. Trying a different approach she was part of a duo in 2018, competed solo on talent show The Shot and opened for Ria Mae. She debuted with her EP “Fear Of Falling” in 2019.

Soaked in seductive, black and white vibes, her new single adds a vintage smooth and jazzy feel to her pop sound. Forging an image of a smoky jazz bar, where the stale beer smell bounces off the sultry melody, the easygoing rhythm, slick keys and breezy brass are bewitching. And with her enticing, flirtatious vocals, this irresistible piece of auditory magic is not going to be a secret much longer.

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Leonard Luka – “Kimono”

This Dutch vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer traveled around Asia and Oceania, trying to connect to his Indonesian/Dutch roots. Influenced by the likes of Jordan Rakei and Emily King, he combined jazz, R&B and indie with deeply personal lyricism. He debuted with his 2017 EP “BOY”, played the So What’s Next festival and was support act for Aeris Roves and Steffen Morrison.

Slowly moving into his exquisite soundscape with a Japanese inspired synth, his new single is sparkling with delicious soulful vibes. Taken from his forthcoming EP “Mimicry”, expected later this year, he sings about finding your identity in a polarizing world. With a vintage rhythm, sleek electric guitar and his vibrant, soul-dripping vocals, this smooth groove embraces you with its tempting tones.

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Kandle – “Better Man”

Born into the music industry as the daughter of 54-40 frontman Neil Osborne, this bright, empowering Canadian chanteuse pours life’s challenges into her honest lyrics and drizzles them with blues-touched rock melodies. Influenced by the likes of Nancy Sinatra, Billie Holiday and Shirley Bassey, her songs are heartfelt and authentic. She released her debut EP “Kandle” in 2012 to critical acclaim.

Conjuring the smoky atmosphere of a German cabaret, her new single is as cathartic as it is musically delectable. With genuine lyrics about her being manipulated by someone she entrusted with her career, it’s her hypnotic, yet commanding vocals that deliver her weighty message. And with mighty drums, energetic keys and even a touch of brass, this lush pop-rock gem is emitting pure strength.

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The Brummies – “Sunshine”

Born in Birmingham, AL, now Nashville-based, this multi-instrumentalist trio has been playing music together since high school. Influenced by the likes of The Beatles, Elton John and Electric Light Orchestra, their trademark sound blends 60s psych-rock with 90s indie-folk. They’ve toured with NEEDTOBREATHE and BANNERS, played a slew of festivals and debuted with “Eternal Reach” in 2018.

Inspired by the late soul singer Bill Withers, their new single is gleaming with sunlit positivity. Forging a buttery smooth, 60s-dipped groove from the airy guitar and upbeat rhythm, lead singer John Davidson adds a touch of modernity with his joyous indie vocals. And with a sprinkling of lustrous brass over the uplifting melody, this jubilant jam is basking in warm rays of summery sunshine.

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Philippine – “Just Dancing”

Although this young Dutch singer and songwriter is still a student in Rotterdam, she’s already made her initial mark on the music scene. Compared to Lennon Stella and Maggie Rogers, her musical roots are in country, but her sound is intertwined with both contemporary and 80s pop. She’s performed at Eurosonic Noorderslag festival and on Dutch national radio 3FM and debuted with “Gone” early 2020.

While her debut single was dipped in a country sound, her new single is brightly lit with the shimmering neon hues of the 80s. Though keeping a foot in the modern pop sphere, the intoxicating synths, riveting rhythm and the electric guitar solo create a feeling of nostalgia. And although her alluring voice tells about toxic relationships, this lush tune is a perfect jam for a warm summers night.

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Eddy Lee Ryder – “Expected To Fly”

Initially known as Liz Brennan, this high-spirited singer and songwriter is a classically trained musician and opera singer. Exposed to airy pop and light rock in her youth, it was Peter Gabriel’s “Solsberry Hill” that changed her world. Drawing inspiration from Bruce Springsteen and Kate Bush, she pours her life’s experiences into her songwriting. She debuted her new moniker with “Small Apartment” in 2019.

With a bracing guitar and an invigorating vintage edge, her new single is a celebration of 70s rock with a pinch of 80s pop. The lively percussion and added piano chords complement the roaring melody. Sounding like a mix of a gravelly Stevie Nicks and a celestial Kate Bush, the rawness of her mighty vocal skills supplements the retro rock vibe, making this a rousing jam that won’t just fly; it will soar.

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