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Alternative rock outfit Ychabods return with their new EP, Message Through Meadows, a four-track collection that blends psychedelia, 90s alternative rock, and raw garage rock into a thoughtful exploration of memory, identity, and the forces that shape our lives.

Formed in 2022 when songwriter Mario Selecky reunited with drummer Filip Paulo, Ychabods emerged from a collection of unfinished songs that quickly evolved into a full creative vision. Following the release of their debut album, the band’s lineup expanded with bassist Lubos Duris and later guitarist and vocalist Martin Molnar, helping define the eclectic sound that has become a hallmark of the group.

Recorded between 2024 and 2025, Message Through Meadows showcases Ychabods’ ability to move effortlessly between introspective storytelling and social commentary. The EP’s four songs each present a distinct perspective while contributing to a larger thematic narrative.

Opening track “Time Traveller” takes inspiration from Black Sabbath’s classic “Iron Man,” reimagining the concept through a more optimistic lens. The song follows a figure existing outside of time who witnesses humanity’s greatest triumphs and failures, encouraging listeners to reflect on history as a means of creating a better future.

“Good Times” shifts inward, capturing the importance of appreciating the present moment. Driven by clear influences from 1990s alternative rock, the song explores how joy and meaning can be found amid uncertainty, offering a reflective and relatable perspective on modern life.

The EP’s most psychedelic offering, “Purple Man,” draws inspiration from the Marvel Comics villain known for his ability to control minds. Referencing the complex relationship between Purple Man and Jessica Jones, the track explores manipulation, resistance, and personal freedom through hypnotic instrumental layers and a distinctive drum-centered arrangement.

Closing track “Tzar’s Bloody Rodeo” delivers the EP’s sharpest social commentary. Built on a foundation of raw garage rock inspired by bands such as The White Stripes, the song portrays a powerful leader who thrives on chaos and conflict while remaining detached from the suffering caused by their actions. Through vivid imagery and biting lyrics, it questions the morality of those who wield power without accountability.

The EP was co-produced by Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar, and Robert “Brucky” Bruckmayer, who also handled mixing and mastering. A producer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, Bruckmayer has worked as a freelance composer for Hans Zimmer’s Bleeding Fingers Music, Warner Chappell, and numerous international projects, bringing depth and cohesion to the release’s diverse sonic palette.

Across its four tracks, Message Through Meadows reflects on the past, embraces the present, and challenges listeners to think critically about influence, authority, and personal agency. The result is a release that is both musically adventurous and emotionally resonant—one that showcases Ychabods’ evolving identity while remaining rooted in the spirit of rock music.

EP Credits

Time Traveller
Songwriters: Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar
Lyrics: Mario Selecky
Co-Production: Mario Selecky, Robert Bruckmayer
Production: Martin Molnar
Mixing & Mastering: Robert Bruckmayer

Good Times
Songwriters: Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar, Lubos Duris
Lyrics: Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar
Co-Production: Mario Selecky, Robert Bruckmayer
Production: Martin Molnar
Mixing & Mastering: Robert Bruckmayer

Purple Man
Songwriters: Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar, Filip Paulo
Lyrics: Mario Selecky
Co-Production: Mario Selecky, Robert Bruckmayer
Production: Martin Molnar
Mixing & Mastering: Robert Bruckmayer

Tzar’s Bloody Rodeo
Songwriters: Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar, Lubos Duris
Lyrics: Mario Selecky
Co-Production: Mario Selecky, Robert Bruckmayer
Production: Martin Molnar
Mixing & Mastering: Robert Bruckmayer

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Zimbabwean-born artist Kuda-Kwashé unveils his latest single, “Afua’s Kitchen ’ (Hosted by Ne-Yo),” a vibrant Afro-fusion anthem blending Afrobeats, Afropop, Rap, R&B, and soulful storytelling into a global celebration of food, culture, music, and human connection.

Driven by infectious rhythms, warm melodies, and cinematic energy, “Afua’s Kitchen (Hosted by Ne-Yo)” captures the spirit of togetherness that defines Kuda-Kwashé’s artistry. Inspired by conversations about food and cultural identity, the track transforms everyday connection into an uplifting musical experience.

“Inspiration came from a group chat when I noticed the conversation always came alive whenever people talked about food and different country cuisines,” says Kuda-Kwashé. “Afua’s Kitchen ’ (Hosted by Ne-Yo) started as a joke with a woman from Ghana who made her own Ghanaian-style sauces while I complimented her dishes on Instagram. Then I connected the dots when I remembered Beyoncé’s analogy of good music feeling like delicious food.”

That realization became the foundation for a song rooted in joy, hospitality, and shared experience; values deeply connected to his Zimbabwean upbringing.

“This was a clear theme of something I’ve always done well, bringing people together,” he explains. “I aim to make music that moves the spirit and soul, and the body.”

The release also arrives with a major co-sign from global superstar Ne-Yo, who publicly endorsed the track in what Kuda-Kwashé describes as “divine timing.” Originally created back in 2021, the song has now evolved into a broader representation of cultural unity and worldwide community.

“Now we have that representation of people from different cultures and backgrounds connecting worldwide,” he says. “A sense of worldwide community, good vibes, good music, good food; that’s just a window into how we do where I’m from; Harare, Zimbabwe. We’re some of the most loving, welcoming people. Hospitality is a key part of our way of life.”

But Kuda-Kwashé’s vision stretches far beyond music alone.

Blending Afro-fusion, soulful rap, emotional vulnerability, and cinematic storytelling, the artist is carving out a distinctive lane he calls “RapFro Soul”, a genre-fluid experience inspired by influences ranging from Burna Boy, J Hus, and Wizkid to Justin Timberlake, Timbaland, Drake, J. Cole, Tems, and Alicia Keys.

What truly separates Kuda-Kwashé is the emotional depth behind the music. Alongside his artistry, he is also a qualified mental health nurse, bringing a rare level of empathy and emotional intelligence into his songwriting. His growing catalog, including tracks like “In Those Eyes” and “Crazy”, explores healing, identity, vulnerability, and human connection through immersive soundscapes.

Beyond the records, Kuda-Kwashé is building Hybrid Heart Experience, an ambitious global platform combining music, therapeutic conversation, live healing experiences, and community impact into one ecosystem.

At a time when audiences are searching for authenticity and deeper meaning, Kuda-Kwashé emerges not simply as an artist, but as a visionary storyteller creating atmosphere, reflection, and cultural connection on a global scale.

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3 minutes, 19 secondsGenres: Afrobeats, Afrofusion, Afropop, Rap, R&B, WorldSimilar Artists: Burna Boy, J Hus, Asake, Wizkid, Tems, Drake, Justin Timberlake, Timbaland, Ne-Yo, Fuse ODG, Brent Faiyaz, Tiwa Savage, Ayra Starr

Singer-songwriter Carlotta Schmidt unveils an uplifting, community-driven visual celebrating authenticity, self-acceptance, and LGBTQ+ visibility.

New Jersey-based singer-songwriter Carlotta Schmidt has released the official music video for “Let Me Be Me,” a standout singer-songwriter, Americana track from her latest album, Overthinker. Directed, produced, and edited by Schmidt herself, the video transforms a deeply personal song into a collective statement of identity, belonging, and resilience.

Originally written as a personal reflection on her journey as a bisexual woman, “Let Me Be Me” has evolved into an anthem embraced by audiences across the country.

“When I initially wrote ‘Let Me Be Me,’ I thought of it more as a plea than as an anthem,” says Schmidt. “After years of being in the closet out of fear of personal and career repercussions, I just couldn’t hide anymore. I just couldn’t let the opinions of others dictate my life anymore.”

She continues, “This is the song I needed when I was realizing I was bisexual. I felt really alone and maybe I could’ve avoided that feeling if I had seen myself in media, culture, and everyday life. When I started playing ‘Let Me Be Me’ out at gigs, it started to become an anthem. Not only did I start to feel less afraid, but I also started to feel less alone. The audiences I play it for keep showing me their full support of both me as an artist and me as a queer person. The song resonates with audiences. They connect to it. And that is so important and meaningful to me.”

The innovative video features 67 participants, including Schmidt, members of her band Carlotta Schmidt and the Bold, legendary guitarist Jon Herington (Steely Dan, Madeleine Peyroux, Boz Scaggs), and volunteers, staff, and clients connected to New Jersey nonprofit organizations supporting LGBTQ+ advocacy and community care. Participants contributed from across the United States and as far away as Zambia, each filming their own segment using a mobile phone before Schmidt assembled the footage into a unified visual statement.

The result is a moving celebration of individuality and shared humanity, reinforcing the song’s message that everyone deserves the freedom to be themselves.

While the lyric-focused visual style has historical roots in Bob Dylan’s iconic 1965 video for “Subterranean Homesick Blues,” Schmidt arrived at the concept independently.

“I wanted listeners to really focus on the words and their meaning,” Schmidt explains. “In featuring so many people from across the United States and around the world, I wanted to give all people an opportunity to see themselves in the video and behind the lyrics of the song.”

The song itself emerged quickly and organically during the spring of 2024. “When I wrote ‘Let Me Be Me,’ I had been thinking about the rampant bi-erasure and biphobia in our culture for a while, but just hadn’t been able to put pen to paper yet. I was finally able to in May 2024. I wrote the song really quickly, which is rare for me, and was instantly proud of it, which is also really rare.”

She adds, “The biggest challenge in producing and mixing the song was figuring out how to fit in all of the parts. There’s a total of nine different parts—lead vocals, backing vocals, counter melody vocals, two acoustic guitars, electric guitar, bass, drums and cello. I wanted the song to sound rich, but not chaotic and it took some time to find that balance.”

Musically, “Let Me Be Me” sits at the intersection of singer-songwriter and Americana traditions while addressing contemporary issues of identity and representation. Its spirit recalls socially conscious and emotionally resonant works by artists such as Bonnie Raitt, Brandi Carlile, Elton John, Indigo Girls, Janis Ian, Marvin Gaye, Queen, Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, and the collaborative humanitarian legacy of “We Are The World.”

The video would not have been possible without the support of Schmidt’s family, friends, and three New Jersey organizations committed to inclusion and community care: The Center of Asbury Park, Garden State Equality, and JBJ Soul Kitchen.

Video Credits

“Let Me Be Me”, from the album OverthinkerDirected, Produced and Edited by Carlotta Schmidt
Filmed by Everyone Featured in the Video

Participating Organizations:

• The Center of Asbury Park
• Garden State Equality
• JBJ Soul Kitchen

Song Credits

“Let Me Be Me”Music and Lyrics by Carlotta SchmidtProduced by Carlotta Schmidt
Recorded at Shorefire Recording Studios
Engineered and Mixed by Joe DeMaio
Mastered by Leon Zervos

• Carlotta Schmidt – Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
• Mike Flynn – Electric Guitar
• Paul Avrutin – Bass
• Lee Finkelstein – Drums
• Dave Eggar – Cello

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Genre: Alternative • Rock • Lo-Fi Rock • Folk
FFO: Elliott Smith, Big Star, Jeff Buckley

Boston-based singer-songwriter Sam Gelston returns with See Through Now, a deeply personal and uncompromising new album. Written, performed, and recorded entirely by Gelston in his bedroom, the nine-track collection embraces imperfection, vulnerability, and absurdity while examining relationships, mental health, mortality, and the search for meaning in an increasingly disorienting world.

Originally trained as a drummer, Gelston taught himself guitar at fifteen, driven by a desire to expand beyond his primary instrument. His debut EP Breathe for You showcased his self-accompanied songwriting, while his first full-length album Trees in Season established him as an emerging storyteller with a distinctive voice. Following time spent forming alternative punk outfit Hands of Spite and contributing drums to Lenny Lashley’s Gang of One album Pray for Death, Gelston returned to solo work with a renewed commitment to honesty and creative freedom.

On See Through Now, that commitment is palpable. The album strips away polish in favor of emotional truth, allowing rough edges, vocal cracks, missed notes, and spontaneous performances to remain intact. The result is a record that feels intimate, immediate, and profoundly human.

“See Through Now is a retrospective of my life up to this point,” says Gelston. “Every song is its own little life and death while trying to hold onto a sense of absurdism. Things are strange, life is strange, I’m strange, and so are you. The important thing is remembering the peaks and valleys while realizing the world is still in front of you.”

The album opens with the darkly comedic “I’m Coming to LA to Kill You,” a tongue-in-cheek love letter to a best friend who moved across the country. Throughout the record, Gelston balances humor with emotional weight, whether exploring isolation within a relationship on “Who You Are,” reconnecting after a fractured friendship on “IDKY,” or confronting cycles of depression and self-doubt on “Lazy Too.”

Songs like “Somethings Last a While” showcase Gelston’s fascination with unsettling language and unconventional beauty, transforming familiar sentiments into vivid and often disarming imagery. Elsewhere, “Car Ride” and “Meet Me Downtown” examine perception, social validation, and the everyday struggle to find authenticity amid modern noise.

The album reaches its emotional climax with “Make It Make Sense,” written after Gelston’s diagnosis of kidney failure. Recorded from an iPhone demo that captured an unrepeatable moment of vulnerability, the song serves as both reckoning and declaration—a reflection on mortality that ultimately insists on perseverance.

Across its nine tracks, See Through Now offers a collection of songs that are unafraid to be contradictory: funny and heartbreaking, cynical and hopeful, chaotic and deeply sincere. It is an album rooted in the belief that beauty often emerges from imperfection and that meaning can still be found amid uncertainty.

Tracklist
I’M COMING TO LA TO KILL YOU
WHO YOU ARE
SOMETHINGS LAST A WHILE
CAR RIDE
IDKY
ROSES
LAZY TOO
MEET ME DOWNTOWN
MAKE IT MAKE SENSE

Credits
All songs written, performed, and recorded by Sam Gelston
Recorded by Sam Gelston
Mixed and mastered by David Chapman at Endless Noise Studios

Notes to Editors
Album Cover Artwork: Moriah Gilbert
Blonde-Haired Photo: Ellie India Rose
Cigarette Photo: Samuel Creager
Guitar Photo: Sam Gelston

About Sam Gelston
Sam Gelston is a singer-songwriter based in Boston, Massachusetts. Known for his distinctive voice, raw production style, and commitment to experimentation, Gelston’s music challenges conventional ideas of beauty while pursuing emotional honesty and simplicity. Drawing influence from artists such as Elliott Smith, Big Star, and Jeff Buckley, he blends alternative rock, folk, and lo-fi sensibilities into songs that are both intimate and unpredictable. With See Through Now, Gelston continues pushing the boundaries of his songwriting while delivering his most personal work to date.

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Emerging pop artist Molly Stone returns with her latest single, “I Got You”, a playful and heartfelt tribute to friendship, loyalty, and the unfiltered joy of chosen family. Known for her signature blend of vulnerability and wit, described as “sweet voice, sharp tongue, unapologetically Molly”, Stone continues to carve out a distinctive space in contemporary pop, where emotional honesty meets sharp lyrical edge.

Her music has previously been recognised for balancing “sweetness and sass… distinctly her own,” as noted by Earmilk, a quality that is once again on full display in “I Got You”. The track leans into upbeat pop energy while holding space for sincerity, celebrating the “unhinged, crazy moments” shared between best friends, not just companions, but “partners in crime.”

Written during a session with writer Maddox Jones and producer/writer Dave Crawford of Plastic Tree Studios, the single came from Stone’s desire to honour the women in her life who have had a profound emotional impact on her.

“I wanted to write a love song for my best friends,” Stone explains. “My female friendships have been so amazing and impactful for me, and I just realised how special they really are. This song is my way of celebrating that — it’s fun, silly, and full of all the moments that make those relationships what they are.”

“I Got You” sits comfortably alongside influences and comparable artists such as Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Lily Allen, and Chappell Roan, while maintaining Stone’s unmistakable voice and perspective.

With its blend of humour, heart, and high-energy pop production, “I Got You” reinforces Molly Stone’s growing reputation as an artist who turns personal truth into universally relatable anthems; sharp, sincere, and unapologetically herself.

Find Molly Stone: Instagram, Spotify, YouTube

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PHOTOGRAPHER: Apollo flux
GENRE: Pop
FFO: Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Lily Allen, Chappell Roan
Run time: 3 min 25 sec

Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter ZK Jade continues to carve out her place in alternative pop with the release of her newest single, Good Lover; a moody, emotionally charged track exploring intimacy without attachment, attraction without vulnerability, and the blurred emotional lines of modern dating culture.

Blending cinematic dark pop production, sleek pop-R&B influences, and emotionally raw storytelling, Good Lover showcases ZK Jade’s signature ability to turn personal observation into deeply relatable songwriting. Written and co-produced alongside longtime creative collaborator and producer HILLOC, the track captures the internal conflict of falling for someone whose intimacy feels real, even when their emotional distance says otherwise.

“The song was inspired by watching people around me navigate relationships in today’s dating scene,” says ZK Jade. “It’s about the confusion of emotional closeness without true connection; when someone can move effortlessly from person to person while still making you feel special in the moment.”

Originally from a multicultural background rooted in Italian, Swiss, Eurasian, and British influences, ZK Jade’s upbringing across Europe and the United States has heavily shaped both her worldview and artistic identity. After spending much of her early life in Switzerland, she moved to Boston to pursue music professionally, where she met producer HILLOC during college. The two have spent years developing a sound that merges pop songwriting with darker sonic textures, cinematic production, disco-pop energy, and emotionally layered lyricism.

Following college, ZK Jade relocated to Atlanta for an internship opportunity that exposed her to both the creative opportunities and harsher realities of the music industry. Experiences involving manipulation, power dynamics, and unhealthy industry environments later became central themes in her songwriting. A subsequent move to Los Angeles marked another major turning point creatively and personally.

“LA pushed me into becoming more honest in my music,” she explains. “It made me less afraid to explore femininity, attraction, confidence, vulnerability, and identity in a very direct way.”

Those themes continue throughout her recent releases, which reflect sharp emotional awareness, candid storytelling, and a fearless approach to modern relationships and self-discovery. Drawing inspiration from artists like Tate McRae, Billie Eilish, and Dua Lipa, ZK Jade’s music lives at the intersection of Y2K-inspired pop, dark pop, alternative pop, disco pop, and Pop-R&B.

Alongside building her own artist project independently, ZK Jade has also established herself as a respected songwriter, collaborating on music for artists including R&B singer Sammie, Eurovision participant Lindita, and influencer and artist Soma Chaya.

Outside of music, ZK Jade values maintaining a grounded lifestyle, often finding inspiration through everyday experiences, dance classes, cooking, and observing human relationships in real life.

With Good Lover, ZK Jade continues to evolve into one of alternative pop’s most emotionally perceptive emerging voices; unafraid to explore the uncomfortable spaces between desire, vulnerability, power, and emotional self-protection.

About ZK Jade

ZK Jade is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter blending pop, dark pop, alternative pop, disco pop, and Pop-R&B influences into emotionally driven, cinematic music. Raised between multiple cultures with Italian, Swiss, Eurasian, and British roots, her music reflects themes of identity, attraction, vulnerability, power dynamics, and emotional awareness. She works closely with longtime producer and collaborator HILLOC while continuing to develop her artist project independently.

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Runtime: 2 minutes, 21 seconds

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“It feels less like a sterile studio recording and more like a live room where musicians are genuinely locked into each other’s energy” – Music & Fashion Blog

“The artist reveals the insecurity beneath, which gives the song a refreshing honesty” – Foxfire Magazine

After spending years writing songs largely shared only with family and close friends, Brian Elodi is finally opening the door to a much wider audience with the release of his debut full-length album.

The 13-track collection began as something deeply personal. Following the birth of his daughter, Brian Elodi decided to record and preserve a selection of songs he had accumulated over many years; a musical time capsule of sorts, created with the hope that she would always have something of her father’s to listen to.

What started as a modest recording project quickly evolved into something much more ambitious after he met Washington, D.C.-based studio owner, producer, and musician Ben. Their creative partnership transformed what was initially envisioned as a simple collection of demos into a richly layered album that blends intimate songwriting with thoughtful production and intriguing arrangements.

Drawing inspiration from artists such as Bon Iver, Iron and Wine, and The Lumineers, the album sits comfortably within the singer-songwriter and indie folk traditions while maintaining its own distinct voice. The songs are populated by exaggerated fictional characters and narratives that explore very real emotions; an approach Brian Elodi has embraced throughout nearly three decades of writing music.

Having spent his earlier years playing heavier music, he eventually found his way to acoustic guitars, understated arrangements, and a more conversational vocal style. The result is a record that feels lived-in, reflective, and unpretentious; one that values honesty over perfection and storytelling over spectacle.

Adding another personal touch to the project, the album artwork was painted and designed by his wife.

“My three-year-old daughter thinks I’m famous because that’s what I told her,” Brian Elodi jokes. “She sings the songs better than I do.”

Now, after years of creating music largely outside the public eye, Brian Elodi is sharing these songs with listeners for the first time.

TRACKLIST

1. Apologize
2. Hurricane I Bring
3. Honestly
4. Far from My Mind
5. That’s Fair Sometimes
6. Don’t Tell the Devil I Was Wrong
7. Words with Teeth
8. Spare Me
9. Wax Wings
10. More Than I
11. Whatever They Call It
12. Lay Down Your Arms
13. Half Your Mother’s Eyes

For fans of Bon Iver, Iron and Wine, and The Lumineers, and thoughtful indie folk songwriting, this debut offers a collection of songs shaped by time, family, and the belief that some stories are worth preserving.

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13 songs, 49 minutes 33 seconds

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Following radio support from ABC Country Australia, ABC Radio, Triple J, and Radio Australia, Noble continues her breakthrough country-folk journey.

Dutch singer-songwriter Noble is entering an exciting new chapter in her career with the release of her latest single, “Ugly Heart,” an empowering and upbeat country anthem that showcases a bold new side of her artistry.

Born and raised in the Netherlands, Noble’s connection to music began long before she could explain it. Drawn to storytelling through song from an incredibly young age, she first stepped into the spotlight as a teenager when she reached the semi-finals of The Voice Kids Belgium. Since then, she has continued to develop her craft as both a songwriter and performer, steadily carving out her own unique artistic identity.

In 2022, Noble released her debut cinematic pop-rock album, Silence, featuring standout tracks “All I Wanted” and “Creeping,” which have accumulated more than 800,000 combined streams. As her songwriting evolved, she shifted toward a folk-pop sound with her EP True Calling, a deeply personal project that ultimately became the catalyst for discovering her true musical home in country and folk music.

On May 8, Noble introduced audiences to this new direction with “chasing space,” a dreamy country-folk single that served as the bridge into her evolving sound. The release received warm support from media outlets including Triple J, Lefuture Wave, Caesar Live N Loud.

Now, Noble follows that momentum with “Ugly Heart,” a spirited and unapologetic anthem about self-respect, boundaries, and rejecting superficiality.

“When I went into the studio with my producer Paul Aiden, we started with a blank canvas as we usually do,” says Noble. “I wanted to create something more upbeat and empowering. Paul started playing a guitar riff that I instantly loved, and before we knew it, we had the foundation of the song. While improvising melodies and lyrics, I found myself writing about setting boundaries and calling out people who value status and material things over genuine connection.”

Inspired in part by Louis Theroux’s documentary The Manosphere, “Ugly Heart” takes aim at toxic attitudes and the growing culture of performative masculinity.

“It’s a song that tells certain men that women aren’t interested in them because of money or power,” Noble explains. “Real connection comes from authenticity, empathy, and emotional depth. ‘Ugly Heart’ is about recognizing when someone lacks those qualities and walking away.”

Originally scheduled for release on June 12, the single’s launch was moved forward after an unexpected radio debut on ABC Country Australia on May 25. The decision quickly proved worthwhile, as “Ugly Heart” received additional support from ABC Radio, Triple J, and Radio Australia on May 30. Just days later, on June 1, Noble’s previous single “chasing space” also made its Triple J radio debut.

The transition into country music has been years in the making.

“When I made True Calling, I was searching for who I was both as a person and as an artist,” Noble reflects. “At the time, I thought I had found myself, but I was really just beginning the journey. Looking back now, I realize that project was helping me discover my true identity.”

The turning point came unexpectedly during a snowy Sunday afternoon in the Netherlands, when Noble wrote her first country song.

“I completely fell in love with it,” she says. “After that, I told my producer I wanted to explore country music. I started listening to artists like Kacey Musgraves, Shania Twain, and Ella Langley, and it felt like an entirely new world opened up. For the first time, I feel completely aligned with who I am and the music I love creating.”

With “chasing space” and “Ugly Heart,” Noble is establishing herself as a fresh new voice in contemporary country-folk, combining heartfelt storytelling, emotional honesty, and modern country influences into a sound that feels both authentic and exciting.

ARTIST BIO
Noble is a Dutch singer-songwriter whose passion for storytelling through music has shaped her artistic journey from an early age. Following her semi-final run on The Voice Kids Belgium, she developed a distinctive songwriting voice that led to the release of her debut album Silence and later the folk-pop EP True Calling. Now embracing country-folk music, Noble is entering a new era defined by authenticity, powerful storytelling, and a deep connection to the music she was always meant to create.

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Genre(s): Country, Folk, Pop
FFO: Dasha, Kacey Musgraves, Lizzy McAlpine, Ella Langley, Shania Twain
Run time: 3 minutes, 3 seconds
Release Credits:
Artist: Noble
Single: “Ugly Heart”
Vocals: Josephine Nobel
Songwriters: Josephine Nobel & Paul Aiden
Producer: Paul Aiden
Vocal Engineer: Paul Aiden
Mix & Mastering: Reese Szabo

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A powerful celebration of self-reclamation, queer identity, feminine rage, healing, and empowerment through the immersive world of shamanic pop.

Swiss queer singer-songwriter Mané announces the release of her highly anticipated second project, The Goddess in the Room, arriving June 2, 2026, via Livana Music. Blending haunting electronic pop with ritualistic shamanic elements, the nine-track album invites listeners on a transformative journey of self-discovery, healing, and radical empowerment.

Following years of artistic evolution, personal transformation, and a growing reputation as one of Switzerland’s most distinctive emerging voices, Mané has crafted an album that feels both deeply intimate and universally resonant. Drawing inspiration from artists such as AURORA, Eivør, Billie Eilish, Kiki Rockwell, and Roniit, The Goddess in the Room introduces a sound she defines as “shamanic pop”—a genre where atmospheric electronic production meets ancestral rhythms, intuitive songwriting, and the grounding pulse of the shamanic drum.

“At its heart, this album is about remembering who we are beneath the conditioning, the fear, and the expectations placed upon us,” says Mané. “It’s about reclaiming our bodies, our voices, our intuition, our identities, and our power. The Goddess is not someone we need to become—she is someone we have always been.”

Across nine powerful tracks, The Goddess in the Room follows the symbolic journey of The Goddess as she awakens to her own strength. Along the way, she reclaims her body and her rights, embraces her queerness, confronts inherited trauma, honors her ancestors, and dismantles the systems that seek to silence her. Ultimately, she discovers that the validation and power she sought externally had been within her all along.

The album explores themes that have become central to Mané’s artistic identity, including bodily autonomy, feminism, LGBTQ+ rights, mental health, ancestral healing, spirituality, and self-acceptance. It balances moments of fierce resistance with celebration, sensuality, vulnerability, and joy.

While Mané first emerged through a more conventional pop sound, several periods of burnout prompted a profound reassessment of her relationship with music and mental health. During this time, she discovered the shamanic drum, an instrument that would fundamentally reshape her creative process and artistic vision.

The result is a sonic universe where emotionally charged vocals intertwine with atmospheric synths, ritualistic percussion, and intuitive soundscapes. Each release within the project extends beyond music alone, becoming part of a larger immersive world of visuals, symbolism, ceremony, and community-centered experiences.

“Everything I create is designed to help people reconnect with what feels sacred within themselves,” Mané explains. “I want listeners to feel seen, heard, loved, and empowered—to celebrate their uniqueness, trust their intuition, and remember their own inner wisdom.”

Since 2014, Mané has performed extensively throughout Switzerland and internationally, appearing at renowned venues and festivals including Montreux Jazz Festival, Southbank Centre (London), Hotel Café (Los Angeles), and Threshold Festival (Liverpool). She has shared stages across Europe during a tour with Marzella, with performances in Paris, Berlin, and Amsterdam.

Her debut EP, Before the Storm, was fully crowdfunded by her audience and produced by Meya Music, whose credits include Slimane and Florent Pagny. The release received significant radio support across French-speaking Switzerland, earning airplay on Option Musique, LFM, One FM, Rhône FM, and Radio Swiss Pop. It also secured Mané a place among the Top 15 finalists of the prestigious Demotape Clinic at m4music.

Additional career milestones include serving as the lead voice of Coop Switzerland’s nationwide Christmas campaign, being shortlisted among finalists for Switzerland’s Eurovision Song Contest selection, releasing the mental health-focused single High On Flowers, launching a companion podcast supporting womxn artists, and performing once again at Montreux Jazz Festival in 2024.

In 2025, Mané signed with Zurich-based label Livana Music and was selected for Proxima, the artist development program at Les Docks.

To celebrate the release of The Goddess in the Room, Mané will perform special launch concerts at:

June 3, 2026 — Les Docks, Lausanne, Switzerland
June 5, 2026 — The Waiting Room, London, United Kingdom

Performing alongside HEMU Lausanne graduates Gwen Buord (electronic drums) and Mathieu Nuzzo (keyboards), Mané’s live show combines electronic pop performance with ritualistic shamanic drum elements, creating an immersive experience that is both emotionally powerful and deeply personal.

Tracklist

1. The GODDESS in the Room
2. perles de sang
3. sappho
4. )O(
5. moonstones
6. j’serai tjr là
7. chocolate con sangre
8. Witches
9. ALIGNED

About Mané
Mané is a Swiss queer singer-songwriter and creator of shamanic pop. Through music, ritual, and immersive storytelling, she creates spaces for empowerment, healing, and self-expression. Her work explores themes of womxn’s rights, bodily autonomy, mental health, queerness, spirituality, and ancestral connection, encouraging audiences to reconnect with their authentic selves and reclaim their inner power.

Upcoming Gigs:
JUNE 3rd – Les Docks, Lausanne (CH)
JUNE 5th – The Waiting Room, London (UK)

JUNE 27th – Basel Pride, Basel (CH)|
JULY 25th – Garden Parties, Lausanne (CH)
AUGUST 6th – Zurich Music Week, Zurich (CH)
AUGUST 15th – Château Festival, Bourgogne (FR)
AUGUST 29th – Festival Rikiki, Neuchâtel (CH)

Find Mane:
Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Spotify, Website

Notes to Editors:

The GODDESS in the Room:

Sappho Music Video:

Photo Credits: David D’Agostini – https://www.instagram.com/david_dagostini/, https://david-dagostini.com 
Album Songwriters: Mané Bischof, Gwenolé Buord, Mathieu Nuzzo, Djamel Cencio, Anna Anton-Borkenhagen
Album Producers: Gwenolé Buord, Mathieu Nuzzo, Djamel Cencio 
SAPPHO only: Songwriters: Mané Bischof, Gwenolé Buord | Producer: Gwenolé Buord

LISTEN HERE | DOWNLOAD SONG | MEDIA ASSETS

Norwegian alt-pop artist MIIA steps into a striking new chapter with her latest single, “Necessary Evil,” a dark, emotionally charged track that merges her cinematic vocal identity with a fresh, club-driven electronic sound. Known for her raw, haunting voice and deeply introspective songwriting, MIIA now channels that intensity into the late-night pulse of a dance-pop / UK garage crossover, with speed garage, and bassline.

Produced by Joachim Rygg (JR), the same collaborator behind her global breakout hit “Dynasty”, and mixed by legendary engineer Spike Stent, “Necessary Evil” captures the tension between vulnerability and strength, desire and self-respect. Built on skittering 2-step drums, punchy sub-bass, airy pads, and bright chopped vocal textures, the track is both euphoric and emotionally unfiltered.

Lyrically, “Necessary Evil” explores the courage it takes to choose honesty over comfort. It speaks to those pivotal moments where the right decision feels difficult, misunderstood, or even painful, but ultimately necessary for growth. It’s a song rooted in emotional truth, set against the hypnotic energy of the club.

The release marks a significant evolution for MIIA, bridging her atmospheric pop roots with a more uptempo, dancefloor-oriented sound. While her music has long resonated for its emotional depth, “Necessary Evil” introduces a new dimension, one designed for late-night playlists, dance radio, and immersive live experiences.

MIIA first rose to international prominence at just 17 years old with her debut single “Dynasty.” Premiering on Billboard in 2016, the track quickly gained global traction, landing on Spotify’s New Music Friday and climbing to #2 on the United States Viral 50 chart. Within 23 days, it surpassed one million streams, and nearly a decade later, it continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, now averaging approximately 200,000 daily streams and surpassing 300 million total plays.

Over the past two years, MIIA has been crafting her highly anticipated debut album, “Huldra,” set for release in Summer 2026. Named after the mystical forest spirit from Scandinavian folklore, the album draws on themes of self-love, freedom, and the shedding of shame. It invites listeners, especially women, to embrace complexity, emotional depth, and imperfection, celebrating what it means to feel deeply and live unapologetically.

At the heart of MIIA’s artistry is her close relationship with her audience, whom she calls her “Beautiful Creatures.” Through daily interactions across social media, livestreams, and direct messages, she has cultivated a deeply connected community, one that embraces duality, vulnerability, and authenticity. Her artistic universe is a safe, inclusive space where contradictions coexist and emotional honesty is encouraged.

“‘Necessary Evil’ feels like a defining moment for MIIA; it’s where her emotional depth collides with a bold, club-ready sound. It’s honest, it’s vulnerable, and it marks the start of a powerful new chapter in her artistry,” shares music publicist Danielle Holian, Decent Music PR.

With “Necessary Evil,” MIIA signals not only a sonic shift but the beginning of a powerful new era, one that expands her sound while staying rooted in the emotional core that first captivated listeners around the world.

Connect with MIIA: Spotify, Website, Instagram, TikTok, Youtube, Facebook

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Notes to Editors:

For fans of: emotional UK garage and alt-pop, blending the sounds of modern electronic pop with raw, introspective storytelling.
Genres: UK Garage / Bassline, Speed Garage, Dance-Pop, Electronic Pop

Streaming link: https://open.spotify.com/track/37FvFpfxGrdiOnz32HnhyR?si=a2a0c430ff7c465e