GRLwood unapologetically rejects toxic behavior, reclaiming individuality. Melodic and pop-inspired with hints of hip-hop, “Fake” has a rhythm that draws you in while delivering a defiant edge of exasperation.

“Fake” is one track from GRLwood’s brand-new album TEARS, released today. The 13 tracks showcase a fresh sound from Rej Forester, a skilled songwriter and producer.

GRLwood began in 2016 as Rej Forester’s solo project and is now a duo with drummer Mia Morris. From their hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, to audiences around the globe, the band has amassed over 800,000 monthly listeners. Earlier this year, they released two other albums, Blood and Sweat.

The band’s discography includes scream-pop anthems like “I’m Yer Dad” and “I Hate My Mom.” Known for their dynamic live performances and their fearless commitment to challenging the patriarchy, misogyny, and toxic heteronormative ideologies, GRLwood continues to inspire a devoted community of fans.

“You don’t possess me, b**** I am free
Stay off my posts, you keep scrolling.”

GRLwood’s Fake could find a home on Spotify playlists like Anti Pop, New Noise, Women of Indie, and Indie Riot.

Watch out for the new mid-tempo track Be The Dreamer by Ella Vaillancourt. Influences include Carrie Underwood and Tenille Townes. The chorus, “Don’t Give Up, You’re Enough,” is enough to lift anyone’s spirits.

“When I wrote this song I wanted it to be a song people could relate to, I hope it can be sort of a way they can remember to keep going and to keep chasing their dreams.”

The track would be a great fit for Spotify playlists like Life Sucks, Inspo Pop, Chill Vibes, and Feel Good Friday.

Watch for Grace Winslow and her midtempo track Never Mind.

The song explores the experience of being in a relationship where effort feels one-sided. Grace shares, “I always express my feelings through music. This song can resonate with anyone, whether it’s about a relationship or another point in life. That’s what makes music special.”

Never Mind could find a home on Spotify playlists like Chill Pop, Deep Pop, and Sad Bops.

Jeremy & The Harlequins’ new single “How Long?” is a haunting, anthemic track with a gritty western rock vibe. Its mid-tempo pace and cinematic edge make it a refreshing journey of resilience and longing.

“The song is about frustration—feeling like you’re at the end of your rope and stuck in a place you can’t escape,” says frontman Jeremy Fury. “It’s figurative, but in my mind, it felt like being stranded in the middle of the desert, broken down in the Wild West with no help in sight. That imagery stuck with me, and I wanted to channel it into a cowboy song that captures the grit, tension, and determination of trying to find your way out of a seemingly hopeless situation.”

Jeremy & The Harlequins recently toured with The Buttertones, and alongside acts like Chuck Prophet, Low Cut Connie, Eli “Paperboy” Reed, and Electric Six. Their music has been featured on Little Steven’s Underground Garage and recognized multiple times as the “Coolest Song in the World.” They have appeared in films such as Edge of Tomorrow and performed live on BBC’s The Andrew Marr Show.

Keep an eye on Matilde G and her haunting piano ballad “Cold,” a deeply emotional and introspective track that captures the raw pain of heartbreak. It’s the perfect track for Spotify playlists like Sad Pop, Tear Drops, Heartbreak Hits, and Breakup Songs.

Matilde G is a 19-year-old pop singer and songwriter from Italy, now based in Singapore. She has performed in countries like Italy, Japan, the Maldives, Malaysia, the U.S., and the UAE.

In 2023, she performed at the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, and in 2024, she won the “MUSIVV Award” in Dubai for Best Singer Residing Outside the Middle East.

With 12 original tracks and over 25 million streams across 180 countries, Matilde works with Grammy-winning producers in Stockholm and Los Angeles.

She was among the top artists on “Year On TikTok Singapore 2022” and has been featured in outlets like Billboard Italy, Billboard Vietnam, CNA, MTV, Dubai1TV, and TGCOM24.