Author: Helena Lynch
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Dwayna Litz: The Woman Who Never Needed a Plan B
Dwayna Litz is an American singer, songwriter, writer and inspired speaker, whose expressive country voice captivates with its authenticity and sincerity. Her musical gift is as striking as her external beauty, but the true greatness of Dwayna is revealed far beyond the limits of the stage. As founder of Lighting the Way – a Christian…
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The Queen of Bittersweet: Judith Owen on Music, Humor, and Real-Life Love Stories
When Judith Owen takes on a new song, you can be sure: there will be a beautiful melody, a witty and very human conversation about life. In the new single “That’s Why I Love My Baby” the singer with subtle humor and warmth reflects on love – without glossy postcards, routine declarations and obligatory bouquets…
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Between Dreams and Neon: 2nd Brightest Object’s New Album “One I and Two Es”
Have you ever paid attention to the shade of the moon between three and four o’clock at night — the light of street lamps goes out, and dawn hasn’t begun yet. So at this time of day it acquires a special shade of blue. And you know who knows this hour firsthand? A singer who…
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Tuning Back to Real Connection: Noa Lauryn, Fenne & Mitchell Yard Unite on “Galaxy”
“Galaxy” is the new collaborative single by Noa Lauryn, Fenne, and Mitchell Yard, released on their joint Amsterdam-based label Vokall Records. The song was born from a feeling familiar to everyone: in the age of screens, real communication is becoming increasingly rare. The trio wanted to remind us how important it is to stay connected…
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Tired of Being an Adult? Ellie Heath Has the Perfect Song for You
After debuting with the sensual and vulnerable “High Wire,” singer and songwriter Ellie Heath returns with the ironic indie-pop anthem “Too Old (For This Shit).” A song about the eternal comedy of growing up, where fears and doubts coexist with self-irony and lightness. Heath gracefully transforms the anxiety of aging into a smile – after…
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Finding Words for the Unsaid – Tyler Bradford Wright’s “Something Isn’t Right”
“Something Isn’t Right” is the new track by Tyler Bradford Wright, a folk-rock artist from Denver. The song is about a person going through serious emotional changes in life, when it’s hard to find the words to describe their own experience. Even if you walk away from something that caused pain and seem to have…
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Not So Sweet: Jessica Hammond Turns Love Upside Down in “Vanilla”
Belfast shines like never before, the new pop artist Jessica Hammond is gaining momentum with her new single “Vanilla” – a stylish, ironic pop track – playful, confident, and a bit cheeky. Built on a memorable chorus and minimalist pop production, the song turns the idea of “sweet” love upside down, using dessert metaphors to…
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Years Later, “Ivory” Finally Found Its Moment: an Old Song with New Life from Kindred Connection
It’s great when a creative partnership grows out of friendship – like Kindred Connection, the duo of longtime friends Gabriele and Mattia. In their songs, Gabriele’s soft voice intertwines with the electronic sound created by Mattia. The duo’s new single, “Ivory,” has its own story – a song that was born many years ago, in…
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Dreaming in Silver: An Interview with Summer Rosee, the Most Promising Indie Artist of the Season
Listening to Summer Rosee’s songs, it’s hard to believe that their author is 13 years old. Sincerity, observance, and a rare, I’m not afraid of this word, perceptiveness. In a matter of months, Summer’s songs have found resonance with listeners not only in Australia, but also in Europe, Latin America, and the USA. Resembling small…
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Toronto’s Musical Chameleon Strikes Again: Julian Taylor’s New Album “ANTHOLOGY VOL. 2”
“It’s really important to venture in all sorts of new directions, but you should always go back to see where you came from – so that you can forge a path to where you’re going,” says Julian Taylor. I do not start this article with this quote by accident – ahead is a conversation about…