Watch out for CATBEAR and their latest track, Who Cares?. The duo has a knack for crafting indie bedroom pop that sticks. Whether it’s by accident or design, the formula works — and this track proves it.

CATBEAR is the DIY pop project of longtime friends Zoe and Sarah. Based in the UK, the duo started out playing local shows before shifting toward synth-driven production. Writing, recording, and producing everything themselves, they blend indie pop with electronic sounds, often exploring themes of identity, change, and connection.

Who Cares? would be right at home on Spotify playlists like Fresh Finds, Indie Pop, All New Indie, Bedroom Pop, New Music Friday UK, Ultimate Indie, and POLLEN.

Watch out for Terra Renae and her new single “Ignite Me,” produced and backed by Macy Gray. It’s a raw, personal track that introduces Terra’s voice just as she heads out on tour with Macy across Europe.

Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Terra’s story includes early modeling work, academic success, and a long path back to music after vocal injury and self-doubt. In 2020, she began writing again, and in 2022, a chance meeting with Macy Gray changed everything. That connection led to Macy producing Terra’s debut album, All I Have, released in March 2025.

With over 300,000 streams already and performances on tour with Macy, Terra is gaining real momentum. Her sound fits perfectly on playlists like “New Music Friday,” “Fresh Finds Pop,” “Indie Pop,” and “Women of Pop.” Her story and voice are just starting to be heard.

Estella Dawn gives us new cover of Amy Winhouse Back To Black. Instead of singing the original song and being lazy, Estella gives us her own version, almost creating a new song — and yes, it works!

“Estella shares. “Back to Black has this brutal honesty that just wrecks you—but it’s also so elegant and unapologetic. I didn’t want to just copy it. I wanted to sit in that emotion and let it hit in my voice the way it hits in my chest.”

“This song felt a little scary to cover, honestly,” she says. “It’s sacred ground. But it also felt really important to me. Like… if I was
going to do it, it had to be real, it had to be me.”

Originally from New Zealand and now based in San Diego, Estella has built a fiercely loyal following through a steady release of emotionally resonant music. With over 7 million streams in the past year and comparisons to artists like BANKS, Jessie Murph, and Miley Cyrus, Estella’s blend of grit, vocal power, and lyrical intimacy continues to resonate deeply with fans across the globe. Back to Black is the latest release in a standout year for Estella, who continues to carve out her space in the alt-pop landscape with fearless honesty and unmistakable voice.

Watch out for Jen Ash and her song “I Surrender” — and don’t miss the music video.

Jen Ash is a singer and songwriter. She was born in Lebanon, raised in France, and now lives in Los Angeles. Before music, she was a professional basketball player for 14 years. She changed careers to follow her passion and started making music in 2018.

Her style blends Afrobeat, R&B, and French influence. She sings in both English and French. Her songs often explore themes of love, freedom, and identity. “I Surrender” is about letting go and following desire. The track uses deep rhythms and layered vocals, and would feel right at home on Spotify playlists like Afro Fusion, Chilled R&B, New Music Friday, POLLEN, Women of R&B, French Vibes, Mood Booster, and R&B Weekly.

Her music brings different cultures together and creates a beat-driven, personal experience. Jen Ash is building her sound one story at a time.

Watch Out for Carbon City Lights and the Track “Sky Blue”. Carbon City Lights is an indie alt-rock band from San Luis Obispo, California. Their new track, “Sky Blue,” is a steady, emotional journey. It has a calm, flowing sound that fans of Coldplay or Snow Patrol will connect with.

Lead singer Michael Venia says of the track:

“It’s about wanting to protect the innocence of your loved ones who are able to help you forget about the worries of the world or traumas of your past.”
Venia’s voice leads the track with quiet strength. The band builds around him with space and care. The song moves like a slow tide, never rushing. It’s the kind of track that plays well late at night, or when you’re driving without a map. You can imagine it fitting into Spotify playlists like Indie Chillout, Atmospheric Indie, Late Night Vibes, Feel Good Indie Rock, Sad Indie, Indie Pop & Chill, or Moody Indie Mornings.

Carbon City Lights brings together different cultures and life stories. Venia started making music in Saudi Arabia with an accordion. Over time, that turned into full-band arrangements, a stop on The Voice (Season 21), and playing shows with artists like Brett Dennen. The band recently took home two New Times Music Awards for best live performance and best alt-rock song.

Music has been both escape and healing for Venia, who has faced deep personal loss. His songwriting reflects real life, and “Sky Blue” is a strong example of that.