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Angela Chambers drops her new mid-tempo, haunting pop track The Key, blending dark textures with an ethereal vocal performance that lingers long after the first listen. The single arrives with a striking music video that explores toxic love, power dynamics, and self-liberation. The visuals depict a femme fatale robotic AI character who loses herself in a manipulative relationship before reclaiming her identity, breaking her chains, and escaping into a futuristic version of her true self. With its hypnotic vibe, the song feels at home on playlists like Pop Rising, Indie Pop Chillout, All New Indie, and Sad Pop, while fans of Banks, FKA twigs, Caroline Polachek, Grimes, and Lana Del Rey will connect instantly. The Key is both a bold artistic statement and a haunting reminder of resilience.

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Carson Cruz has released his new single, Private Fool, now streaming on Spotify. The mid-tempo track tells the story of being in love with someone who doesn’t care, yet keeps the attention going through teasing and mixed signals. The lyrics describe the frustration of being made a fool of, while still being unable to walk away from the situation. It’s about wishful thinking in a one-sided relationship that will never happen. Private Fool would fit well on playlists like Chill Pop, Pop Rising, Fresh Finds Pop, Heartbreak Pop, Indie Pop & Chill, Late Night Vibes, and Bedroom Pop. Carson would also be a good match to tour with artists such as Lauv, Jeremy Zucker, Alexander 23, Chelsea Cutler, Conan Gray, Troye Sivan, and Gracie Abrams. The song is direct, relatable, and adds another strong release to Carson Cruz’s catalog.

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Sassy Grace releases her new single “There Is Hope,” recorded in Nashville. Blending country and pop, the track centers on the uplifting theme of resilience. “There is a hope for the pain,” she sings, anchoring the song’s message about finding strength through struggle.

Listeners who enjoy artists such as Kelsea Ballerini, Maren Morris, Kacey Musgraves, and Carly Pearce will find familiar ground in Sassy Grace’s sound. “There Is Hope” could fit on playlists including Pop Country, Hot Country, Fresh Finds Country, Today’s Top Hits, and Country Pop Mix.

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Feanah Rose makes her debut with the single “Don’t Leave Me,” recorded in Nashville. The track tells the story of heartbreak and the plea for someone to stay, but it also carries a fun and summery feel.

Fans of Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo will connect with the song’s themes and production. “Don’t Leave Me” could find placement on playlists including Pop Rising, Fresh Finds Pop, Young & Free, Teen Beats, and Sad Pop.

As a young artist entering the pop landscape, Feanah Rose could share stages with artists such as Sabrina Carpenter, Tate McRae, Maisie Peters, Olivia Rodrigo, and Gracie Abrams.

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stella. releases the new single “Heimlich.” “Inspired by the visceral feeling of choking on an apology you can’t quite get out, Heimlich is a moody and raw exploration of the feeling you get when the words ‘I’m sorry’ get stuck in your throat.”

stella. is a New York City born, raised, and based singer-songwriter. He draws influence from Leonard Cohen, Brandi Carlile, and Paolo Nutini, writing music that explores themes of life, love, heartbreak, and repair.

After releasing his first EP Amalfi in 2018 and single Still Choose You in 2019, stella. experienced life events that pulled him away from music before returning with a series of singles that will lead into his second EP A Study in Balance and a forthcoming LP.

He also writes and performs funk and pop as Francis Aud and creates children’s music as part of Matt & Dan.

“Heimlich” could land on playlists including Indie Pop, Fresh Finds, Acoustic Pop, Sad Indie, and Chill Hits. stella. could tour alongside artists such as Brandi Carlile, Paolo Nutini, Hozier, Noah Kahan, and Ben Howard.

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