ZØYA, the Los Angeles-based, Belarus-born indie pop artist, returns with a striking double single release: Who Do You Think You Are? and Is It Real Now? (reprise). These songs are deeply connected—two sides of the same story—unpacking betrayal, the slow unraveling of trust, and the emotional echo that follows the collapse of a close relationship.

ZØYA is best in class when it comes to pop sensibility. With her dynamic vocal range and anthemic choruses, she crafts songs that cut deeper than typical pop fare—far from throwaway hooks, her work echoes the emotional resonance and ambition of artists like Lady Gaga.

Who Do You Think You Are? comes in sharp and direct, a bold confrontation wrapped in glistening production. Meanwhile, Is It Real Now? (reprise) is a quieter reckoning, a post-storm reflection that lingers. Together, they highlight ZØYA’s ability to thread narrative and emotion through both sonic punch and lyrical vulnerability.

These tracks are tailor-made for playlists like Pop Rising, Sad Pop, indie pop & chill, Fresh Finds, Tear Drop, and New Music Friday. Whether you’re processing your own fallout or just need to sit in the emotion, ZØYA’s got the soundtrack ready.

Watch out for Nuala and her new single Power, a striking blend of singer-songwriter storytelling and folk-pop sensibilities.

Nuala shares,“This one has been a long time coming. It’s probably the most heartfelt song that I have & I’m so glad to finally be putting it out into the world.”

Leicester-born singer-songwriter Nuala continues to carve out her space in the U.K. music scene. Known for her rich vocals, raw lyricism, and connection with live audiences, she’s taken stages at Glastonbury, Secret Garden Party, Boomtown, and more, while supporting acts like Newton Faulkner and Razorlight. In 2024 alone, she’s sold out headline shows in London and Bristol, proving her resonance runs deep with fans.

Beyond the acoustic world, Nuala has also made a name as one of the U.K.’s most in-demand feature vocalists. Under her dance alias **Nu-La**, she’s teamed up with CHANEY for Toolroom’s *Love Again* (over 20M streams), and continues her momentum with high-profile collabs on deck alongside Acraze, Sonny Fodera, Meduza, Camelphat, and Benny Benassi, following her signing to Insomniac Music Publishing in May 2024.

Power an ideal fit for playlists like ‘Acoustic Soul’, ‘Fresh Folk’, ‘Indie Pop Chillout’, ‘New Music Friday UK’, and Your Coffee Break. Whether it’s your first listen or your fifth, this one sticks with you.

Watch out for Carson Cruz and his new single, Be Your Destiny. A shimmering power-pop ballad that builds into anthemic chorus, Destiny hits all the right emotional chords—hope, longing, and that timeless ache for a love just out of reach.

Carson opens up about the inspiration behind the song:

“This song poured from my heart for someone truly special, someone just out of reach. Every encounter, I saw a glimmer of hope for a future together. While writing Destiny, I reflected on the universal longing for that one person. What seems impossible now might be destiny later.
We all experience love’s twists and turns—joy, sorrow, hope, and everything in between. Some hearts never forget that one person. Sometimes they become your future, sometimes they remain a cherished memory. But ultimately, only you and God know what the future holds. You never know—your Destiny might become your future.”

Now streaming on Spotify! Add Be Your Destiny to your playlists like Power Pop Rising, Heartfelt Hits, or Pop Ballads. This one’s for anyone who’s ever believed love might just find its way—against the odds.

Michigan-based rockers Vultures of Culture are gaining attention with their mix of alternative, power pop, and heavy metal. Their debut album, Out of the Darkness, includes standout track Catch and Release, which has been drawing listeners in and landing spots on popular Spotify playlists like Rock This, New Punk Tracks, Power Pop Hits, Heavy Rotation, and Alt Rock Road Trip.

The song was written by Luke DeWitt and Andy Patalan. It combines catchy melodies and strong guitar riffs, with influences from Foo Fighters, Panic Channel, and punk bands. After a previous band’s breakup, the song was nearly forgotten, but when DeWitt brought it to Vultures of Culture, it found new life. “The guys loved it, and it just grew into something bigger,” says DeWitt. It was recorded at The Loft and ATP Studios in Michigan.

The band also released a lyric video for the song, featuring a blend of retro-futuristic visuals and animation, with influences from Blade Runner and Back to the Future.

With over 50,000 Spotify streams and a growing fanbase, Vultures of Culture are making a mark in the rock scene. Catch and Release shows they’re just getting started.

Grace Winslow arrives with a new track called “I Hope You’re Happy” that exudes attitude and a touch of bitterness. It’s the perfect indie pop song for those who have been burned or slighted. The track would fit seamlessly into Spotify playlists like Indie Pop Hits, Chill Indie, Sad Indie, Pop Punk Party, and Emo Indie Essentials, making it a must-listen for anyone navigating the sting of disappointment.

Grace says, “I Hope You’re Happy is a song that I wrote one night, it’s sort of a ravage song. “I hope you’re happy” because you made this all happen so I hope you’re content with the choices you made and the outcome of it. Sometimes it just feels good to write about people that have been idiots and have done you wrong I like to change those experiences into something good! And write songs about those situations.”