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Jessie Frye – “Bad Behavior”

Raised in Dallas and based in Denton, this Texas-native singer and songwriter began taking singing lessons aged 8 and added classical piano lessons at the Russian School Of Music aged 11. Since the start of her career she’s performed at festivals like SXSW and Edgefest, as well as venues like House of Blues and The Kessler Theater. She’s also opened for artists like Pat Benatar and Chvrches. Inspired by The Cure, Michael Jackson and Tori Amos, she released her debut EP “The Delve” in 2008.

Lyrically describing a toxic, obsessive and destructive relationship, her new single highlights a love that is not healthy, but rather an addiction to each others drama. Giving a contemporary twist to 80s-infused synth-pop, this song is passionate with a dark edge. Adding a retro bounce to the lively chorus, the sparkling melody got an addictive beat and sunny synths. And with a mesmerizing warmth in her vivacious vocals, this captivating tune is brimming with emotion and rebellion.

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Jack Pavlina – “Star Child”

Hailing from Campbell and now based in Los Angeles, this singer and songwriter’s journey with music started when he entered dance classes aged 5. He also learned to play trumpet and bass, before he picked up a guitar aged 13. He graduated from the Musicians Institute, performed in iconic venues like The Viper Room, played festivals like SXSW and BeachLife and opened for Shwayze. Inspired by Mac Miller, Dominic Fike and Harry Styles, he released his debut “(408)” in 2023.

Reflecting on how quickly time progresses and how the different eras in our life conclude and new ones start, his new single breathes an intimate pop atmosphere. Starting with an understated guitar and his distorted voice, the song speeds up with a driving beat and refreshing keys. Injecting the melody with some euphoric happiness, he blends laid-back alternative pop vibes with a multi-layered instrumentation. And with his joyous vocals, this tune is a pleasurable energetic groove.

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Brooke Lee – “Desert Darling”

Born in Charlotte and based in Nashville, this singer and songwriter started singing in church from a young age. Discovering a love for classic rock and country as a teen, she started her first band aged 15. Since the start of her career she’s performed at festivals like Carolina Country Music Fest and venues like Eddie’s Attic. She also opened for Willie Nelson and Gavin DeGraw. Inspired by P!nk, Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton, she released her debut “Head In The Clouds” in 2023.

Singing about the first magical moments when falling in love, her new single captures the desire never to have the butterflies to end or the rush to fade. Taken from her upcoming same-titled EP, expected on April 17th, the song is a modern mixture of lively country and punchy pop. Starting softly with a mellow guitar and joined by driving drums, the vibrant melody leads to a bustling chorus. And with her vivacious vocals, this is a bubbly, sunshiny tune about early, electric romance.

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Julia Cumming – “My Life”

Born in New York City, this singer and songwriter grew up in a musical family with parents being part of the band Bite The Wax Godhead. She studied Vocals Music at the Professional Performing Arts School. In 2013 she joined Nick Kivlen en Olive Faber as frontwoman and bass player and  formed the band Sunflower Bean. She also worked as a model for Yves Saint Laurent and campaigns for H&M and Diesel. Inspired by Alice Cooper, Carole King and Kate Nash, she’s now embarking on a solo path.

Written for those who are tired of never being enough and choose liberation, her debut single celebrates finding a new rhythm she didn’t realize she was looking for. Taken from her upcoming album “Julia”, expected on April 24th, the song is captivating from the very first note. Driven by an imposing and emotive piano, the enchanting melody unfolds with an added jazzy percussion and mellow guitars. And with her charming, intimate vocals, this freeing tune is an impressive debut.

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The Philharmonik – “Home”

Born as Christian Gates in Cleveland, this gifted singer, songwriter and producer started classical piano lessons aged 6. He’s since also become proficient on violin, trumpet, guitar and bass. Since the start of his career he’s won the American Songwriter Contest in 2023 and NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest in 2024. He’s also known for his dynamic live shows at venues like Harlow’s and festivals like SXSW. Inspired by Earth, Wind & Fire, The Beatles and Lauryn Hill, he released his debut “Energy” in 2017.

Centring around themes of emotional connection and finding that all important safe space within ourselves or with loved ones, his new single is all about the warm feeling of home. Celebrating classic soul, while intricately blending it with modern R&B and a dash of 80s soft-rock, this song feels comfortably familiar. Driven by a retro-touched electric guitar and a heartbeat rhythm, it’s his emotion-filled, soul-infused vocals that make this passionate groove sound intoxicating.

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Ana Sky – “King Of Hearts”

Based in Los Angeles, this singer and songwriter has been singing her whole life and been writing poetry since the age of 14. She initially pursued a career in science and studied biology at Occidental College, focusing on embryology. A secret recording her father made of her singing led to her being discovered by Diane Warren. She’s opened for Jesse McCartney and Transviolet. Inspired by Amy Winehouse, Edith Piaf and Billie Holiday, she released her debut “Loving You Is Hard” in 2024.

Describing the exciting, yet unnerving, moment just before falling in love, her new single captures the unsettling feeling of having to open oneself up to romance. The multi-layered production blends vibrant pop with a healthy dose of nostalgia and a touch of jazzy glamour. With an imposing percussion, balmy bass line and alluring violins creating a sweltering melody, it’s her raw, sassy and confident vocals that tie all sonic elements together into a dreamy, retro-dipped, soulful pop gem.

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