Toronto’s indie pop scene has a compelling new voice in Echo The Screen, who steps forward with a debut single that feels both nostalgic and emotionally revealing. Frankenstein captures the exhausting push and pull of an on again off again relationship, where red flags become routine and the cycle never truly ends. The track’s breezy, melodic delivery creates a striking contrast with its emotional weight, making it a perfect fit for Spotify playlists such as Fresh Finds Pop, Indie Pop, Pollen, sad girl starter pack, and Chill Vibes.

Frankenstein explores the loop many listeners will immediately recognize. Someone disappears, returns with apologies, pulls you close, stirs up feelings, then slips away again. You swear you are done, but when they crawl back, the cycle restarts. Echo The Screen captures this emotional merry go round with sharp storytelling and a tone that is both vulnerable and relatable. Lines like Love me when you need me but you throw it all behind underline the blindness that happens when you want something to work even though you know it never will.

What makes the single stand out is the tonal contrast. The production feels light and summery, carried by dreamy textures and warm guitar tones that give the illusion of sweetness. If you ignore the lyrics, it feels like a perfect day at the beach with gentle waves and a calm breeze. But when you lean in, the emotional fatigue becomes clear. This contrast reveals an artist with strong instincts, blending melancholic honesty with a bright indie pop aesthetic.

Echo The Screen’s background adds depth to the project. As a solo artist and student in the Professional Music Program at Toronto Metropolitan University, he draws from influences like Beach House and Dick Dale, weaving soft dream pop energy with surf inspired guitar work. Music serves as his outlet for ADHD, anxiety, and self doubt, becoming a place to process identity and emotion. His work leans into vulnerability, introspection, and nostalgia, creating a space where listeners feel understood.

Frankenstein is an impressive first chapter for an artist who is not only creating songs but building a vision. Echo The Screen aims to bring creativity from behind the screen into the real world, turning personal feelings into stories that resonate. His sound is dreamy yet grounded, melancholic yet hopeful, and deeply human.

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written by Dean Cramer

Lou Emery continues her rise in the alt pop scene with House of Cards, a dramatic and shape shifting single that blends rock energy with glossy synth pop production. Driven by fierce vocals, jittery guitars, and an off kilter rhythmic pulse, the track showcases Emery’s ability to build tension and beauty within the same breath. It is the kind of dynamic alt pop that would slide naturally into Spotify playlists such as Fresh Finds Pop, Pollen, Indie Rock Road Trip, sad girl starter pack, and Just Good Music.

House of Cards captures the volatility of a relationship that is inches from collapse. Emery leans into instability as both a lyrical theme and a sonic foundation, describing an entanglement that is toxic, addictive, and emotionally uneven. Her line about tossing aces away cuts with precision, hinting at her frustration and the dual meaning behind the cards she plays. Those aces could be new people she could choose instead or the inner strength she uses to battle her own storms. The guitar lines weave through her words with a breezy punch as she challenges her partner with the sharp question Who needs love when you are around. CONTINUE READING

Falling in love is both beautiful and unsettling. It fills you with hope, anticipation, and the uneasy thrill of not knowing what comes next. Ava Franks channels that entire emotional spectrum in her new single Every Day, a glowing guitar driven pop track created with multi platinum producers Shep Goodman and Aaron Accetta. Together they shape a warm and shimmering sound that feels exactly like stepping into something new. It is the kind of emotionally honest indie pop that fits seamlessly into Spotify playlists such as Fresh Finds Pop, Indie Pop, soft pop hits, Warm Fuzzy Feelings, and Chill Pop Mix.

Every Day finds Ava narrating the delicate chaos that comes with catching feelings. She captures that early stage where uncertainty mixes with excitement and where the smallest moments feel larger than life. The hook reveals the vulnerable center of the song with the line I wish I saw you every day, a sentiment that feels both brave and terrifying. Ava describes the track as an exploration of the beginning of a relationship, a place filled with mystery, desire, and the quiet hope that the other person feels exactly the same. It is the soundtrack for over thinkers, romantics, and anyone who has ever wondered if their excitement is too much or not enough. CONTINUE READING

Los Angeles indie pop risers GOODTWIN return with their new single Fool, a vibrant and emotional release that turns anxious overthinking into pure dance floor release. Bright synths, pulsing bass, and intimate vocals collide to create a track that lifts listeners out of that familiar spiral of self doubt and drops them right into a moment of freedom. It is the kind of feel good alt pop that would fit perfectly on Spotify playlists such as Indie Pop, Feel Good Indie, Indie Dance Essentials, Young and Free, and Just Hits.

Fool immediately pulls the listener into a world shaped by disco shine and emotional honesty. The bassline moves with a warm groove and the synths shimmer with an irresistible pulse that inspires movement from the first note. The repeated question Did I make a fool becomes both a confession and a release, echoing the intrusive thoughts that show up when worry creeps in. As the song progresses, the lyrics offer a compassionate counter punch. Lines like Let us walk around because fresh air might help and We will not waste our time bring comfort while the production pushes the moment toward an emotional high. Inspired by the lead singer’s own battles with performance anxiety, the song transforms nervousness into a celebration of being human and learning to embrace imperfection. CONTINUE READING

Goldfrapp unveil a fresh version of their track Beautiful with a new remix by Richard X that transforms the song into a sleek, precision tooled reimagining of its original form. The producer distills the sensual pulse of the track into a shimmering, chrome plated floor filler that elevates the song’s dreamy tension. It is the kind of electronic pop revival that would sit perfectly on Spotify playlists like Metropolis, Indie Dance Essentials, Creamy, and Electropop Mix, placing Goldfrapp’s sound right back into the ears of today’s forward leaning listeners.

Originally released in 2005, Supernature cemented itself as one of the most influential pop records of its era. The album was a multi layered electronic thriller that rewrote the rules by fusing glam pop, art house electronica and seductive hooks into one high gloss vision. Building on the foundation of Black Cherry, the record pushed the duo further into the spotlight, with legendary mixer Spike Stent shaping its ecstatic finish. Supernature would go on to influence a new generation of producers and alt pop creators who still reference it today. CONTINUE READING