Evie Irie’s ‘The Optimist’ Video Australia’s Evie Irie ranked as one of 2019’s breakout artists thanks to her well-received 5 Weeks In LA EP. Instead of resting on her laurels, the 17-year-old got straight back in the studio — with Greg Kurstin, no less. She now joins this week’s New Music Friday lineup with a […]
Faouzia Soars On Uplifting New Single “Secrets”
Faouzia’s Emotional ‘The Road’ Faouzia’s breakout year continues with an uplifting new single called “Secrets.” The 19-year-old, who recently featured on the Arabic remix of Kelly Clarkson’s “I Dare You,” promises to lend a non-judgmental ear to someone in need on her latest bop. “Tell me all your secrets, tell me what I’m supposed to […]
Premiere: Rare American’s Twisted “Hullabaloo” Video
The Genre-defying Rare Americans, a buzz-worthy band from Vancouver, Canada, rolls out a new single called “Hullabaloo.” The track, which deftly blends elements of alt-rock and pop, is essentially a commentary on capitalism and the cult of non-personality running rampant in this Great Land. That might sound a little heavy, but the track is a […]
Beyoncé Jumps On Megan Thee Stallion’s “Savage” Remix
Beyonce’s 10 # 1 Singles Ranked It’s time to admit that Beyoncé not only has the best voice in R&B, she’s also the hardest rapper in hip-hop. Queen Bey shows off her rap chops — yet again — on the much-touted remix of Megan Thee Stallion’s “Savage.” In fact, she spits fire from the opening […]
Hayden James & Icona Pop Roll Out “Right Time”
Big Freedia & Icona Pop’s ‘Louder’ Hayden James teams up with Icona Pop for a giddy banger called “Right Time.” The Aussie producer’s latest single is simply about letting go and allowing yourself to have a little fun in the hellscape that is 2020. “Sun in the sky but the party ain’t over, turn on […]
Premiere: RIP Youth & Bombs Away Feat. Reigan’s “You Love”
RIP Youth, a new duo comprised of songwriters/producers Dylan Bowes and James Maas, comes out swinging with “You Love.” A collaboration with Aussie hitmakers Bombs Away and rising vocalist Reigan, their debut single is a feel-good bop that effortlessly straddles the worlds of EDM and pop. “That’s why I tell myself, when the sun comes […]
New Find: Declan J Donovan’s “Tangerine Skies”
New Find: John-Robert’s ‘Adeline’ From Ed Sheeran to Lewis Capaldi, the UK sure knows how to churn out a decent singer/songwriter. The latest Brit to make waves is 19-year-old Declan J Donovan. After going viral with “Fallen So Young,” the newcomer was snapped up by a major label and released a 7-track EP called Homesick. […]
Album Review: Lennon Stella’s ‘Three. Two. One.’
Since bursting onto the music scene in 2018 with a steady stream of very good singles and a well-received EP, Lennon Stella has been slowly chipping away at her debut LP. Three. Two. One. arrived on April 24 and it was well worth the wait. In fact, the 13-song set ranks as one of the […]
New Find: Alex McArtor Impresses With “Biggest Fan”
New Find: John-Robert’s ‘Adeline’ 17-year-old Alex McArtor first popped up on my radar in 2019 when she dropped a stellar EP called Heart Talk, Vol. 1. That project signaled the teen as One To Watch in 2020 and she makes good on that promise with “Biggest Fan.” Inspired by The Carpenters’ “Superstar,” the lilting anthem […]
Dagny Is Releasing A New Single Called “Somebody”
Dagny’s ‘Come Over’ Dagny has already released one of the best songs of 2020 with impeccable “Come Over,” but she’s not about to rest on her laurels. The Norwegian pop star is releasing a new single called “Somebody” on Friday (May 1). The 29-year-old unveiled the chess board-inspired cover art on social media and even […]