POP

“Back from the Dead” by a little place called Aspen grabs you by the collar and pulls you straight into its cinematic world. Inspired by Stephen King’s Home Delivery, this alt-pop anthem turns a zombie outbreak into an irresistibly catchy experience, making the undead sound oddly… danceable? Yeah, they pulled…

“Needing Me Now” by Blake Stokes hits like a gut punch wrapped in silk—smooth, yet painfully real. From the very first note, Stokes pulls you into his world of heartbreak and self-reflection, his voice hovering between tender vulnerability and razor-sharp intensity. It sinks its hooks into you and refuses to…

Sarah Pearson’s debut single, “Tainted Heart,” is a delicate yet deeply emotional piano ballad, it’s a haunting mix of melancholy and nostalgia, wrapped in Pearson’s ethereal vocals. From the very first note, the track pulls you in with a stripped-down arrangement that lets every word hit straight to the heart.…

Ainsley Costello’s “EXLESS” flips the script, turning lack of love lives into an anthemic display of self-worth, confidence, and unapologetic independence. It makes you want to roll your windows down and scream the lyrics, not because you’re sad, but because you finally get it—you’re better off. Produced by Nickolas Wheeler…

JANAYAH’s Stepping Stones is a bold, genre-blending debut that swings from rock grit to dancefloor euphoria without missing a beat. From the first note to the last, her powerhouse vocals lead the charge, diving deep into raw emotions and lifting you right back up with electric energy. She’s got something…

Larry Karpenko’s “Heart Calls Love” sweeps you off your feet before you even realize you’re dancing. From the moment the shimmering, pulsating rhythm kicks in over the immersive piano, it’s clear this track is designed to feel like a heartbeat—steady, emotional, and alive. Karpenko’s voice is tender and intimate, a…

“Young Gun” by Cris Cap will make you want to strut down the street like you own the place—heart pounding, nerves buzzing, but determined to take your shot at love. With a smooth blend of RnB grooves and pop elegance, this is an anthem for every shy soul who’s ever…

Nissu’s debut EP Memories is like flipping through a scrapbook of love, loss, and self-discovery, with each track feeling like a heartfelt letter sealed in melody. The Dublin-based Brazilian singer-songwriter takes listeners on an emotional ride, blending catchy pop hooks with deeply personal storytelling. Produced by Trey Vittetoe (of Miley…

If self-discovery had a soundtrack, “Why Them?” by Catlea would be blasting at full volume. This indie-pop banger is all about navigating the messiness of relationships while barely figuring yourself out. With pulsing beats, a rhythm that pulls you in, and a vocal delivery that’s both coolly detached and deeply…

Swedish jazz trio Three Small Giants is back, and As Silent as Dawn Came: Extended 2025 is here to prove that jazz is thriving, grooving, and dangerously infectious. With nothing but an upright bass, a guitar, and Karina Kampe’s velvet-smooth vocals, TSG crafts a sound so rich and full that…