Written By Kelly Holm Samuel Jack’s “Feels Like Summer” was first released in 2019, but recently became America’s most popular Instagram Reels song, racking up tens of millions of plays in a matter of weeks. As the British singer-songwriter sipped tea in his bed, he quickly realized that the 2-year-old track was going viral. “Madness,” he calls the experience. “It’s incredible to see the momentum spread in literally every corner of the globe. I’m just excited for when I can go and play some of those countries!” With old-school jazz infusions, an infectious melody, and vocals that call to mind…
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LOS ANGELES (July 30, 2021) – Los Angeles based power vocalist and dance/pop songwriter Maggie Szabo (hailing from Canada) has been busy releasing a string of hit singles showcasing her epic vocals and empowering lyrics, and has captured the affection of a worldwide audience. Today marks the release of her EP ‘Rebuild’ featuring her inspiring and uplifting songs “My Oh My,” “Sail Away,” and title track, “Rebuild.” Written as a powerful statement of resilience and self-actualization, Maggie Szabo’s ‘Rebuild’ EP delivers breathtaking vocals, compelling arrangements, and energetic production which will inspire any audience to choose their empowerment and personal growth…
Photo Credit: Callum Walker Hutchinson Written By Kelly Holm We all have our lockdown accomplishments: maybe we learned to tie-dye or binge-watched Tiger King until we had every episode memorized, or mastered the art of Zoom cat filters. For rising pop sensation JORDY, quarantine produced “better in my head,” a bop about intimacy, regret and reality’s failure to live up to the workings of one’s imagination. With a catchy hook, it’s a testament to the allure of casual hookups. “I’m desperate/for someone to hold me for just a second,” he sings in the track’s chorus. “Cause I get kind of…
Written By Hailey Oppenlander A few years ago, I remember seeing Alessia Cara perform on New Year’s Rockin’ Eve. In a world where people always comment on what women wear or expect them to look a certain way, (especially for a New Year’s Eve broadcast), I loved Cara’s choice to wear a large flannel and a ponytail. Unlike some other younger stars, she felt relatable and real. I could tell she was someone whose star power came from her raw talent and not from a crafted “celebrity” image. Although I was just watching from my TV, her live performance sounded…
Written by Hailey Oppenlander Even if you somehow haven’t heard Olivia Rodrigo’s name by now, you’ve probably heard the instantly recognizable car door alarm that begins her hit song “drivers license.” Rodrigo’s highly-anticipated first album, SOUR, was released on May 21st. Its 11 tracks fall under the umbrella label of “pop,” but Rodrigo shows off a range in her musical abilities, mastering everything from emotional power ballads to spiteful pop-rock. Rodrigo has an impressive ability to convey the sour emotions of youth throughout these pop subgenres, with lyrical prowess beyond her years and a genuine voice. No matter how old…