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twentylove drops the new single over & over that comes off the album ‘pressure in my head again’. The band says it makes all lowercase alternative records made in the San Fernando valley and that they might be your new favorite band and your mom’s as well.

The band sounds like an updated version Panic! At the Disco and The All-American Rejects, sounding retro and refreshing at the same time.

“making this album changed my life. i hope there’s something in here you feel connected to. my emotions were printed in the .wav i swear. Love it – hate it – it’s here to stay. ‘pressure in my head again’ is yours,” says the band.

The 11 song collection is fantastic, especially for those who missed out on the alternative scene and are exposed to alternative rock for the first time. The band will give you a good experience.

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Lisa Heller drops the new track Downer. The sad, lonely, and isolated will connect. Downer’s tale of peer pressure, anxiety, and self doubt further the story that has already landed Lisa’s music on Fresh Finds, Fresh Finds Pop, New Music Daily and New in Pop.

After a tour alongside Harbour and Wingtip, Lisa Heller kicked off the new year with a series of releases. On January 13th, she unveiled “brown paper bag,” followed by “you were the worst part of my life” on February 10th, and “hollow” on March 10th. These three tracks mark the beginning of a musical odyssey, consisting of twelve new songs that intimately delve into Lisa’s life experiences and her battles with relationships and mental well-being.

Lisa Heller’s distinctive blend of alt/bedroom pop has earned her comparisons to artists such as Lorde and Chelsea Cutler. Her raw and introspective lyrics have garnered widespread acclaim, resonating with listeners.

In her live performances, Lisa takes her audience on an immersive journey through her life, establishing a direct connection with fans through her commanding stage presence, powerful vocals, and messages.

Lisa just wrapped up a tour alongside Andi and Rachel Grae, and this spring she will be sharing the stage with notable acts such as Yung Gravy, Hippo Campus, Bryce Vine, Peach Tree Rascals, and Doublecamp, among others.

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Midnight High, an indie pop band based in Seattle, WA, has just released their latest single “Perfect Sun.” The duo, consisting of Nik Singleton and Luke Dumke, combines elements of dream pop, indie rock, and synthpop, resulting in a sound that will undoubtedly resonate with fans.

The inception of Midnight High took place in 2020 when Nik and Luke came together with the intention of creating something innovative and meaningful. In 2021, they embarked on the journey of writing and self-producing their debut full-length album, titled “Swimming Lessons.”

The creative process for “Swimming Lessons” began with 10 songs from a pool of demos. With the assistance of Jessica Dobson from Deep Sea Diver, Nik and Luke refined their musical ideas and arrangements during the pre-production phase. The album was recorded at their own recording studio in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood, with Luke primarily handling the instrumentation and Nik providing vocal and arrangements. To infuse the project with a touch of collaborative energy, the duo enlisted the help of some talented friends and local musicians.

Fans eagerly anticipate the worldwide release of “Swimming Lessons” in 2023, as Midnight High continues to establish themselves as a compelling force within the indie pop scene. With their unique blend of genres and a dedication to creating meaningful music, this talented duo is poised to make a lasting impact on the industry.

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Shane Niemi who goes under the moniker iamnotshane impresses with his new track Take Me Out. The track reveals with fear and frustration but it’s up-tempo and not melancholic.

IAMNOTSHANE, a singer/songwriter hailing from Los Angeles, has garnered an impressive following with over 130 million combined global streams of his music. He initially captured attention with his bedroom demos on the debut SAD EP, which resonated with listeners and helped him cultivate a devoted fanbase. His 2016 song “Insecure” became viral, which includes a version of Michael Jackson’s anti-gravity lean and has been viewed over 5 million times.

In 2020, he released a self-titled EP that featured songs on popular playlists like Spotify’s Chill Vibes and Apple Music’s Breaking Pop. The following year, IAMNOTSHANE embarked on his debut album journey with “One Less Year Alive,” which included notable tracks such as “What A Perfect Day For Crying.” He complemented the album release with an extensive 16-date headline tour across the United States and Europe during the summer of 2022.

During the tour, IAMNOTSHANE’s breakout single “Maybe My Soulmate Died” gained immense popularity and became a global sensation. The track climbed to the impressive position of #6 on Spotify’s Global Viral Chart and reached #1 on Apple Music’s Breaking Pop chart. The singer’s self-directed music video for “Insecure” received significant attention, and subsequent releases further contributed to his growing success, accumulating a total of 40 million views on YouTube.

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Emerging artist Sam Tompkins, unveiled his latest song titled “See Me” on Friday, further building anticipation for his upcoming debut album. In the past few days, Tompkins had been teasing the emotional track, describing it as his “most personal song I’ve ever written” and expressing his nervousness about sharing such vulnerability. Tompkins has garnered over 2 million Spotify monthly listeners and has landed on playlists including Sad Songs and Spotify’s Chill.

According to the singer, the new song, feels like something he needed to write his entire life. He is grateful to have finally wrote it and hopes that others will connect with its message.

Tompkins reveals that the inspiration for “See Me” originates from a dark period in his life last year. During a conversation with his life coach, he confronted his escalating insecurities and constant fear of judgment from others. Through this discussion, they identified a moment from his childhood in school that had impacted him and persisted throughout his life. The weight of a particular comment had become internalized, leading him to believe it.

As Tompkins gears up for the highly anticipated release of his full-length album later this year, listeners eagerly await further music releases.

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