Look out for Cat Rian, the Country Pop artist, and her latest single “Read The Room.” With lyrics urging to “Read The Room, It’s the least you can do,” Cat Rain fuses pop country with indie pop, offering a straightforward yet irresistibly catchy slow-burning track.

The track could easily fit on Spotify’s Country Roads Vibes or Pop Perfection playlists. Cat Rian hails from Las Vegas and spent her formative years singing and performing on the Las Vegas strip. She served as the lead singer of resident bands at the Delano Hotel and the MGM Signature.

In 2015, she partnered with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, directing proceeds from her song “You Are Strong” to the cause. She took the lead in the “Anti-Bullying School Tour,” where she not only performed but also helped school children, teaching them the lyrics of “You Are Strong” while discussing topics like self-love and empathy. In 2017, Cat became the youngest artist invited to sing an original song at the Las Vegas Composer’s Showcase at The Smith Center. While at Stanford University, Cat Rain served as the lead singer of “The House Band,” releasing a self-titled EP in 2022. Recently graduating from Berklee College of Music, her music blends vocals with trap/country beats inspired by Morgan Wallen and delicate and honest lyricism. CONTINUE READING

Check out the new track The Star by “Maijah” produced by Angelo de Laurentis and mastered by Matthew Wolk (known for Small Pools, Dempsey Hope, Anna Thompson). Fans of Lana Del Rey, Jorja Smith, and Sabrina Claudio could vibe with the track.

“This song feels like my hello to 2024 and the rest of my life,” says Maijah. She also adds, “I’ve always resonated with literal stars, and I’ve always wanted to be a star. In this song, I wanted to show the listener that if they want to be something, they can just do it; they already are it.”

Hailing from the West Coast, Maijah Anastasia Sanson-Frey began releasing music in 2021 and quickly gained over 10 million Spotify/Apple Music streams in two years. Influenced by artists like Lana del Rey and Frank Ocean, Maijah’s genre-diverse sound is coined as “Main Character Music.” With lyrics touching on astrology and spirituality, she aims to inspire and empower listeners, addressing mental health struggles openly.

Check out the track on KOAR’s indie invaders playlist.

Watch out for Ariana Jimenez and her soulful single “Miss It All“. She delivers a heart-wrenching performance that will resonate with fans of Billie Eilish and Sofia Carson. The song could be a good fit for Spotify’s playlists focused on melancholy and heartache.

Ariana, raised in San Antonio, has been singing for 8 years and started writing songs at 13. With a natural ear for music, she believes in focusing on what makes her happy. Currently, Ariana performs at local restaurants in San Antonio. Give the track on KOAR’s indie invaders Playlist.

Check out Haley Mae Suiter’s track “Illusions.” The song blends elements of classic and modern rock with hints of pop country, reminiscent of artists such as Bonnie Raitt, Melissa Etheridge, and Sheryl Crow.

“I am a faith-filled, confident old soul with an insatiable love for the timeless melodies of old rock” says Haley. Old rock music just has a great groove that never gets old. The classic tunes and beats still sound awesome and never go out of style.

Give it a stream on KOAR’s Indie Invaders Playlist.

Check out Eleven Point Two and their infectious track “Space” from the album “Escape Velocity.” The song combines alternative-pop, rock, and reggae vibes.

Hailing from Los Angeles, California, the Alternative/Indie-pop duo Eleven Point Two came together in 2016 after relocating from Grand Haven, Michigan. Brothers Taylor and Jon Siegel, both musicians, discovered the therapeutic power of songwriting in their garage.

During their time at Moorpark College, the siblings faced a crucial decision about their career paths. Opting to leave their studies behind, they fully embraced their musical passion, marking a pivotal moment that would shape their creative journey. In November 2019, they introduced their debut album, “Painting in the Dark.” Since then, Eleven Point Two has independently garnered over 2 million streams. Check out the track out on KOAR’s indie invaders playlist.