The NEUROFRIENDS Unveil Debut Album Gone World — A Bold Fusion of Poetry, Music, and AI
An Independent Release Blending Human Emotion with Machine Intelligence — Now Streaming on All Major Platforms
June 7, 2025 — What happens when a poet meets a machine? That question is answered with haunting beauty and cinematic depth on Gone World, the debut album from The NEUROFRIENDS, a groundbreaking new americana music project that merges poetic storytelling with cutting-edge artificial intelligence. Released in May 2025, the album is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and all major digital platforms.
Led by poet-songwriter, Mikhail Emelchenkov—the “human part” of the duo—The NEUROFRIENDS project is not your typical AI-assisted endeavor. Rather than relying on automated tools to generate generic tracks, the artist uses a deep knowledge of guitar playing, songwriting, and music editing to shape each piece, treating AI like a palette of sonic colors. The result: a genre-defying soundscape that is both futuristic and deeply personal.
“I see this as a creative revolution,” says the project’s founder. “Just like photography opened new paths for visual artists, AI gives poets and writers the tools to become music creators, without needing a band, a studio, or a label. Gone World is my proof of concept—and a labor of love.”
The album plays like a cinematic journey, with the lyrics front and center. Music serves as a rich, atmospheric backdrop: evoking moods, framing metaphors, and amplifying the emotional weight of each poem-turned-song. The themes are deeply human: isolation, transformation, loss, reinvention. It’s a sonic meditation on what it means to create art in a time of machines.
Entirely self-funded and independently produced, Gone World arrives in an era where attention is currency. “I don’t expect this release to break even,” the artist admits, “but I believe in the message and the possibilities. It’s about starting a conversation…about what we gain, what we lose, and what’s next for art.”
With Gone World, The NEUROFRIENDS join a growing movement of pioneering artists using AI not as a replacement for creativity, but as a collaborator. This project stands apart for its transparency, authenticity, and bold embrace of the future.
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Bri Carter’s “ATTENTION SLUT”: Moody, Hot & Unapologetically Unhinged
Bri Carter – ATTENTION SLUT – OFFICIAL RELEASE DATE: Friday Jun 6, 2025
About Bri Carter
Bri Carter is a genre-blending artist based in New York, driven by a desire to carve out her own unique space in the music world. In August 2023, she embarked on an ambitious journey of self-taught music production, culminating in her debut album, I Can’t Look Away. This 10-track album dives deep into the feelings of love, lust and betrayal, ending in the nostalgic feeling that something amazing is right around the corner. I Can’t Look Away showcases Bri’s versatility and creativity as a songwriter touching multiple genres from pop rock to hip-hop with drops of hyperpop. To celebrate the release of her debut album, Bri hit the road on her debut East Coast tour stopping in Boston, New York City and Philadelphia. Bri’s journey started with a sense of not quite fitting in, now she has transformed her life in unimaginable ways creating a space for not only her but people that resonate with her music. With a dedicated following and a cult fan base of over 60,000 on TikTok, Bri Carter has built a strong foundation and proven time and time again that no matter how many times she gets knocked down she will ALWAYS GET BACK UP.
About ATTENTION SLUT
If making bad decisions had a sound track, this song would be it. “ATTENTION SLUT” is a brutally honest confession wrapped in moody pop, electric guitars, and late-night lust. This track captures the messy in-between of craving love, and knowing better than that. 2 am calls, red wine, bad decisions, and all the feelings you don’t wanna admit out loud, are present in this scream worthy banger serving sad, hot, and unhinged.
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Award-Winning Songwriter Maddox Jones Embraces Growth In Deluxe Album (Still) Waiting For The World To Turn
Maddox Jones is blazing a trail through 2025. From touring across the UK with Lucy Spraggan to now joining soul-jazz powerhouse Rebecca Ferguson, he’s been winning hearts and captivating sold-out audiences all summer long. At the heart of this momentum is his remarkable deluxe album, Still (Waiting For The World To Turn) – a glowing testament to his emotive songwriting and melodic brilliance.
The album’s title, Still (Waiting For The World To Turn), perfectly captures its central message: a reflective acceptance of both the present and what lies ahead, allowing life to unfold naturally. But this sense of surrender doesn’t come without personal struggle. One of the album’s emotional highlights, 21, is infused with heartfelt nostalgia and a longing for youth. The soaring ballad has become a fan favorite, anchored by Maddox’s now-signature sing-along moments. Beneath its melancholic piano and searching melodies lies a voice that grapples with the fear of aging, yet embraces growth and change with quiet strength.
Each track on the album stands on its own, weaving between indie-pop sparkle, stadium-ready choruses, and tender introspection. Maddox delivers infectious grooves on instant hits like One Number, while So Help Me God ventures into bold, anthemic territory, confronting the idea of self-sabotage. Yet, a thread of radiant hope runs through it all, unifying the collection with warmth and optimism.
Closing out the album is bonus track ‘We All Need Somebody’ – a heartfelt reminder of the power of human connection. Uplifting and sincere, it’s a beacon of light in a world that often feels uncertain. Maddox doesn’t shy away from vulnerability, and through that honesty emerges a mature, resonant voice that speaks to the highs and lows of life – experiences we all share.
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VANNGO Releases “HUNGER FOR LOVE” Newest Single for a World Starved for Love and Real Connection
Los Angeles, CA – June 2025 — After his first two singes that carved out a uniquely raspy voice equal parts cinematic and unapologetic, indie rocker VANNGO returns with his emotionally charged release: “HUNGER FOR LOVE.” This new single doesn’t beg for attention, it kicks the door in and invites you to feel something.
Set against a smoky backdrop of harmonica and Rhodes keys, HUNGER FOR LOVE opens like a confession and lands like a collision. Gritty guitars, thunderous drums, and VANNGO’s unmistakable vocal worn, raw, and magnetic cut through the noise.
“This isn’t a heartbreak song,” VANNGO says. “It’s about what comes before that gnawing, restless ache to be understood, to be felt, to matter to someone, to be part of a community. That hunger that either wakes you up or wears you down.”
There’s nothing overly polished here. HUNGER FOR LOVE isn’t trying to sound perfect. It’s trying to sound real. It’s a shot of bourbon chased with fire. It’s restrained and explosive all at once.
A Sonic Statement
VANNGO’s voice is entirely his own. The track doesn’t ride genre trends. It builds its own lane equal parts analog heat and emotional weight. A Rhodes keyboard hums in the hook, adding warmth and tension. The harmonica, featured in the opening bars, acts more like a character than a flourish. Every sonic choice points back to the core theme: a deep, human craving for connection.
From the Fire to the Frontline
VANNGO first emerged musically after years of working behind the scenes as a creative and entrepreneur. His debut single, We’ll Rise LA! was a reaction to the literal fires that scorched his community, a rally cry for resilience. Then came HEARTBREAKER USA, which traded uplift for raw abandon.
HUNGER FOR LOVE continues that evolution. This isn’t a step forward. It’s a dig deeper, into what’s real, what hurts, what drives people to open-up or shut down. It’s not vulnerable for the sake of it. It’s grounded. Powerful. Clear-eyed. It speaks to anyone who’s ever laid in bed and thought, “There’s got to be more than this.”
This is music for people who are done pretending. For people who’ve lived, lost, and still show up with something to say. For those who know that behind every strong face is a quiet hunger, for connection, for truth, for love.
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Voices of Power and Peace: The Red Betty’s Icehouse
Who doesn’t love a good soulful americana album? The Red Betty, a Brazilian-born, New Jersey-based singer-songwriter, delivers just that with their album Icehouse. The Red Betty, or “TRB,” crafts a collection of songs that resonate deeply with themes of love, loss, and resilience. In the opening track “Six Feet Under Love,” The Red Betty immediately draws you into an emotion filled story of the struggles of loving and longing, using her impressive vibrato and lilting vocal style to make it feel all the more sincere. The song showcases the tension between vulnerability and resilience in love, with the narrator confessing that despite the hurt and betrayal they’ve felt, they would continue to love the person they’re missing whether the love is reciprocated or not. This mix of pain and acceptance makes “Six Feet Under Love” a haunting and compelling exploration of how love can persist even when all hope seems lost.
The following track, “Black Eyed Susans Way,” is a soulful song about the little everyday reminders of home. For this song, TRB is a 2024 semi-finalist in the International Songwriting Competition – and it shows. Her unique vocals blend perfectly with the lyrics to create a sense of yearning for home. “Sinners & Believers” is a spunkier song, with lines like “sinners gonna sin” that reminds us of the trend that people don’t often change easily. This song represents many of the themes that course throughout the entire album. TRB takes a slower, more reflective turn with “2-Bit Sermon,” a powerful piece with spoken word elements that stand out as a meaningful midpoint on the album. Using the structure of a church sermon, the track encourages listeners to pause, reflect, and find their own way forward—offering thoughtful reminders like, “find the path that suits you best. Fast or slow, it ain’t matter, right? Just know that life’s a one-time test.” It’s a heartfelt message about not wasting time on things that don’t bring happiness, and it really showcases TRB’s strength as a lyricist and storyteller when it comes to themes of joy and self-worth.
In “House of a Broken Heart,” TRB highlights her stunning vocals once more, this time set against a gentle backdrop of acoustic guitar and harmonica. The song dives into her personal journey of moving on from heartbreak, with her powerful vocals capturing the emotional process of healing with honesty and grace. “Raise ‘em Glasses” shifts the energy with a lively, traditional country-inspired track that’s both fun and surprising. In contrast to the emotional weight of earlier songs, TRB embraces a carefree attitude. With lines like “Ain’t nobody gonna cry my tears, ain’t gonna feel my fears,” she pushes forward unapologetically, encouraging listeners to celebrate their strength. The empowering lyric “Ain’t no men tell me what I’m worth. You gonna tell me my heart don’t work?” makes this more than just a country song—it becomes a commentary on feminism and the importance of letting go of anyone who’s ever doubted or tried to define you, and stepping confidently into your own power. The song ties together themes of self-worth, growth, and leaving the past behind with love and resilience.
The album closes with “The Love I Needed,” a slower, emotional track that reflects on heartbreak and the healing that follows. TRB offers a sense of hope and release, reminding us that pain doesn’t last forever. As she repeats “don’t leave me behind,” the song builds into a stunning final moment—a choir of vocals layered under her soaring riffs and passionate belting. It’s a perfect way to end the album, capturing everything that makes TRB’s music so impactful: vulnerability, strength, and an unmistakable sense of soul.
Written by Alexis Gerbie
It’s a Lavender world, and we’re just living in it.
Lavender. – by Chef Más released Mar. 28, 2025
Chef Más’ new album: Lavender. explores themes of self expression, stress, depression, and ultimately redemption and acceptance. Drawing on themes from Hip-Hop, Trap, Indie Rock, and Indie Pop, sonically, it paints the story of one man’s struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world he views as hostile. While on the surface the color pallet of the album is bright and vibrant, this contrasts with gritty distortion and punchy sound design to explore how these two opposites can exist in a world together and are necessary to form the basis of the depth of our worldly experiences. The title Lavender. is reflective of how Chef Más views himself, or to say, the color that he gives off. It’s in a way familiar and comforting but still encapsulates the sorrow and regret he is deeply tied to, and through the expression of this, hopes to escape from one day. The album itself is supposed to be vague enough to be open to interpretation and to apply those themes to whatever the listener happens to be struggling with in their life, and hopefully, help them through it.
I first started making music back in 2019, and since then have made it my mission to be able to take a track from its inception all the way to the mastering stage. In 2024, with help from my good friend and business partner Otto Deilke We founded Sauced Records as a way to release music and offer recording, mixing, and mastering services to independent artist at a price point they can afford.
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Randy C Moore’s New Single “Cat’s In The Cradle”
Texas Artist/ songwriter Randy C Moore has a new single for this summer “Cat’s in the Cradle”. Originally written and recorded by legendary singer-songwriter Harry Chapin and wife Sandy, Randy C Moore’s 2025 recording of “Cat’s in the Cradle”, coproduced by Randy, Barry Sanders, and Rick Korn (In Plain View Entertainment) will be a feature from Amazon Prime’s forthcoming television special, The 50th Year Anniversary- Harry and Sandy Chapin’s “Cats In the Cradle” (In Plain View Entertainment/Amazon Prime/Apple TV). The world-wide television event, featuring in-depth and insightful commentary by mega music stars, Billy Joel, Judy Collins, and Pat Benatar, and many more will premiere November 2025. Randy C Moore presents his cover the song and adds to the commentary discussion as part of a “live to tape” segment of the program.
Moore got started in the music industry with the help of Houston radio personality, Arch Yancey (KIKK, KNUZ). Yancey helped Randy with making records as well as weekly feature at Gilley’s nightclub in Houston. Moore split time between Texas and Nashville, writing, touring, and recording his music. As a current member of The European Country Music Hall of Fame, Randy and his music are a fan favorite from Monaco to China, many of the U. S. forty-eight states and in Texas where he’s guest starred on The Texas Country Music Hall of Fame, Collected a Director’s Choice Award from The CMA of Texas, and is a regular guest of The Bluebonnet Opry, The Alvin Opry, The Hometown Opry, and the Grapevine Opry. Randy has guest starred on The WSM Grand Ole Opry , Cody, Coffee, & Country. His recording career has led him to collaborate with Alabama’s Randy Owen and rockabilly legend Carl Perkins. Moore and Perkins subsequently co-wrote the Ronnie Milsap and Vince Gill single,” Big Bertha”.
Septimius The Great Aims Sky-High with Glam-Packed New Single “For the Stars” – Out Now
Los Angeles, CA – May 29, 2025 – Blazing a trail through both the music and fashion worlds, the incomparable Septimius The Great has unveiled his electrifying new single, “For the Stars”. Packed with glitz, grit, and a galaxy of celebrity shout-outs, the track is now streaming across all major platforms.
A pulsating blend of thumping beats and stylish swagger, “For the Stars” doesn’t just entertain—it commands attention. Septimius name-drops a luminous lineup of icons—Jason Derulo, Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Gwen Stefani, Rihanna, Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Jay-Z, Akon, Tyra Banks, Tyson Beckford, and others—offering listeners both a love letter to pop culture and an empowerment anthem for the ambitious and unapologetically bold.
From the catwalks of Paris and Milan to the streets of New York and LA, the track captures fashion’s heartbeat and channels it into a sonic spectacle. References to style mavens like Carrie Bradshaw, Paris Hilton, and Teyana Taylor conjure images of glam and grit, wrapped in a beat that begs to be strutted to. It’s part fantasy, part reality—a shimmering mirror for those chasing brilliance.
“This song is a tribute to those who dare to shine,” Septimius shares. “It’s about owning your light, standing out, and celebrating the fabulous parts of who you are. Whether you’re on the runway or just vibing in your room, this track is yours.”
Having already carved a multidimensional career, Septimius continues to captivate. From Grammy accolades in diverse genres like Reggae and Dance/Electronic to screen credits in Double Dekoi and Slayy, to his lead role in the upcoming historical series Severus: The Black Caesar, he’s proven time and again that he doesn’t just play roles—he commands them.
Television audiences may also recognize him from standout appearances on America’s Got Talent, Empire, and E!’s Rich Kids of Beverly Hills. With “For the Stars,” Septimius once again stakes his claim as a global trendsetter and genre-defying force.
“For The Stars” is written by Rashad Todd and Septimius The Great, and produced by Debonair Samir and Septimius The Great. Infused with his trademark mix of dance-floor heat, hip-hop fire, and high-fashion flavor, this track isn’t just a release—it’s a statement. Expect it to soundtrack everything from rooftop parties to runway finales this summer.
If your dreams are dressed in sparkle and ambition, “For the Stars” is your anthem.
For more information, please visit https://www.septimiusthegreat.com/.
Listen to “For the Stars” Now:
Apple Music
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Nikki Silva’s Debut LP “ty, places” Steps Into the Light
Nikki Silva’s Debut LP “ty, places” Steps Into the Light
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MAY 31, 2025 | NEW YORK, NY – NYC-based pop artist Nikki Silva has dropped her debut LP “ty places,” out on all music platforms NOW. Inspired by the common theatre saying, Silva is finally ready to step into the light as a full-fledged artist. Alongside her extensive experience in TV and film, Silva finds deep inspiration in all of the ‘places’ she’s been to. to share a body of work that makes creative light of pain. The release of “ty, places” follows the recent music video drop for her captivating single “manic episode,” which has racked up nearly 100,000 views on YouTube. Utilizing the backdrop of a Brooklyn apartment and a simple songwriting approach (just a microphone), “ty places” is a reflection of work, dedication, and passion – all ethics that Nikki Silva is ready to put the spotlight on. About “ty, places“, she says:
This is my first solo project. I’ve written for other artists, been in a band, but this one is Nikki telling Nikki’s story. Teddy Kumpel and I had the best time making ty, places – laughing and being silly the entire time. All while healing and learning that everything has led me to where I am.
Nikki Silva is a dynamic force in New York City’s creative scene; an actress, singer, director, and activist whose work radiates passion, authenticity, and a bit of delightful eccentricity. On screen, Nikki has captivated audiences with roles in acclaimed series like Law & Order: SVU and Twisted Fiction. Her performance as Susan in the feature film Our Lady of Queens earned her a Best Actress nomination at the 2024 Chelsea Film Festival, and in 2021, she drew attention for her portrayal of Eve in the short film Eve, directed by Wesley Wang.
Alongside her experience in TV and film, Nikki spent seven years as the lead singer and rapper in the reggae-rock band The Big Happy, touring the East coast and sharing stages with Beres Hammond, Slightly Stoopid, and Sublime with Rome. Now stepping into the solo spotlight, she is thrilled to share her debut LP “ty, places,” created in collaboration with producer Teddy Kumpel.
Beyond the stage and screen, Nikki is the co-founder of The Exceptional Pageant, a non-profit beauty pageant for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Now in its 11th year, it offers a platform for joy, confidence, and community.
Whether performing, creating, or advocating, Nikki Silva is a bold, expressive voice reshaping the entertainment landscape – one genre, one story, and one soul at a time.
“ty, places” is out NOW on all music platforms.
WATCH: “manic episode” music video
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Holly Hebe Illuminates the Chaos of One-Sided Love with New Single “Billboards”
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IMOGEN CLARK ANNOUNCES ACOUSTIC ALBUM ‘CHOKING ON FUEL’ FT. TOMMY EMMANUEL, JIM LAUDERDALE, KEZIA GILL and ELLA HOOPER
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CARLOS SANTANA Y GRUPO FRONTERA TRANSFORMAN EL DESAMOR EN MEDICINA EN SU REVOLUCIONARIA PRIMERA COLABORACIÓN “ME RETIRO”
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GOYO Abraza los sabores de la costa colombiana en “Volver a Verte” en colaboración con Zaider
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Esaú Ortiz lanza el remix de su éxito global “Triple Lavada” ft. Luis R Conriquez, Alemán, Oscar Maydon y Victor Mendivil
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Media Release: e4444e’s new album Authentic Natural Tradition is out now – “One of the best young artists in the country” (The Guardian)
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Media Release: Platonic Sex share ‘Easy’ amongst tour dates with Ball Park Music (Queer pop-rock from Brisbane)
Debut Single from Undead Living, a Dreamy Post-Punk Duo
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LEVEN KALI RELEASES NEW SINGLE “SLEEPWALKING”
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RISING RAP SUPERSTAR GELO RELEASES HARD-HITTING NEW SINGLE “BOOTED UP”
ANELLA SHARES COMPILATION PROJECT 831: THE SERIES
GRAMMY® WINNER LEON THOMAS RELEASES DELUXE EDITION OF SOPHOMORE ALBUM MUTT
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PLUTO JOINS FORCES WITH SEXYY RED FOR OFFICIAL “WHIM WHAMIEE” REMIX
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LEON THOMAS RELEASES ‘MUTT DELUXE: HEEL’
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J NOA HONORS HER DOMINICAN ROOTS WITH NEW EP LOS 5 GOLPE
Aaron Hibell Releases New Single Titled “s.o.s.” Alongside Visualizer Out Now On Astralwerks
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MAYTE PRESENTA SU NUEVO SENCILLO “PERRY” / MAYTE UNVEILS HER NEW SINGLE “PERRY”
JUSTINE SKYE UNITES WITH KAYTRANADA FOR EUPHORIC NEW SINGLE “OH LALA”
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HONEY BXBY CLAIMS HER CROWN WITH RAW HONEY EP
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ALEXSUCKS RELEASE GRITTY NEW SINGLE “FLOWERS & DIRT”
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Just Dropped: “123” from hoodtrophy bino + Lefty Gunplay
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Seattle’s AUDIOGUST releases ‘Here We Go Again’ album, including superb hometown anthem (FOR FANS OF Elliot Smith, Paramore, Gin Blossoms, Dave Matthews Band, Green Day)
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Léa Sen shares her beguiling debut album “LEVELS”
FLORENCE PUGH STARS IN NEW YUNGBLUD VIDEO
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Rochelle Jordan returns with scintillating new single “Crave” produced by Chicago House legend Terry Hunter
Rob Eberle Set to Unleash His Most Electrifying Single Yet – “LYING WITH THE ENEMY”
Los Angeles, CA — Rising alt-pop/indie rock artist Rob Eberle is set to release his most anticipated and emotionally charged single to date, “LYING WITH THE ENEMY,” on Friday, May 30th. Marking the fourth single from his forthcoming debut album SIGNAL FADES, this focus track is already being hailed as a defining moment in his artistic evolution.
Eberle calls this his proudest work yet — and for good reason. “LYING WITH THE ENEMY” is a searing anthem born from the emotional fallout of a long-distance relationship. The track captures the bitter, dizzying spiral that follows when an ex unexpectedly reenters your world, acting like nothing ever happened. Torn between closure and collapse, the song paints a vivid picture of betrayal wrapped in temptation — the kind of emotional tension that burns long after the final goodbye.
Built on a dark, cinematic soundscape of moody synths, crashing guitars, and an explosive vocal performance, the track is tailor-made for late-night drives and heartbreak-fueled outbursts. Eberle’s raw lyrics and haunting delivery make “LYING WITH THE ENEMY” not just a song, but a scream into the void — one that resonates deeply with anyone who’s ever been caught between the past and the person they’re trying to become.
“This is the song I’ve waited my whole life to release,” says Eberle. “It’s the most honest I’ve ever been, and I hope it gives people permission to feel everything they’ve been holding back.”
As the focus track from SIGNAL FADES, “LYING WITH THE ENEMY” sets the tone for an album that explores the static between connection and collapse, between who we were and who we’re becoming.
Originally from Long Island, New York, and now based in Los Angeles, Rob Eberle has established himself as a young, versatile artist with a unique ability to capture both his own life experiences and those of others through his deeply personal songwriting. Drawing influence from artists such as FINNEAS, Billie Eilish, Jeremy Zucker, and Alexander 23, Eberle has crafted a genre-bending sound that continues to resonate with audiences.
Rob Eberle is rapidly cementing himself as an artist to watch. His debut EP, COLLATERAL DAMAGE, has already amassed 400K streams across all platforms, showcasing his ability to connect with listeners on a deep emotional level. With high-profile promotional deals alongside brands like Coca-Cola and standout live appearances with WFNM and BMI in LA at Elsewhere and MONDO in NYC—along with performances at The Basement in Nashville and at ACL and SXSW in Austin TX —Rob’s momentum is undeniable. His latest release, goodbye (to someone you love), is proving to be his strongest yet, breaking through the Top 40 on radio, debuting at #122 and now climbing to #37, in rotation alongside hits like Birds of a Feather and Die with a Smile. He currently holds the #1 spot on the Indie Singles Chart and ranks #24 on the Indie Hot 100.
Fresh off his second SXSW run with performances at Mohawk and The Lucky Duck, Rob was recently featured in Audiomack’s Left on Read editorial playlist and sat down for an exclusive Coca-Cola interview that debuted in front of 15,000 people at the Sips & Sounds Festival in Austin, right before Benson Boone’s set. With a rapidly growing fan base and an undeniable presence in the alt-pop/rock scene, Rob Eberle is making waves—and he’s only just getting started.
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Rob Eberle is a rising alternative pop-rock artist known for his deeply introspective songwriting and evocative vocal performances. With a rapidly growing fan base and recognition from major industry players, he continues to establish himself as a dynamic force in the music industry.
Truth Hurts, and So Does This Groove: Digney Fignus Undresses the Illusion in “The Emperor Wears No Clothes
If Americana had a panic attack in the middle of a Kafka novel and still managed to two-step its way through the wreckage, you’d probably hear Digney Fignus’ “The Emperor Wears No Clothes” drifting through the smoke. It’s folk with a razor in its boot. A protest song dressed like a porch jam. A fairy tale that just took off its pants and started yelling at Congress.
And it works. God, it works.
There’s this thing Fignus does—this sleight of hand where he feeds you a spoonful of melody while sneaking a brick through your window. He’s not here to soothe you. He’s here to remind you that the whole damn parade’s naked and everyone’s clapping anyway. He takes Hans Christian Andersen’s fable, swirls it in a cocktail of Eastern Bloc rhythms, banjo-fried folk, and hickory-smoked satire, and drops it down the gullet of 2025 like a truth bomb with a harmonica solo.
The groove is sneaky. It’s toe-tapping without being cheerful, like a funeral march wearing cowboy boots. You’ve got Malcolm Granger’s piano doing this shifty carnival shuffle, Chris Leadbetter picking mandolin like he’s trying to peel paint off a politician’s podium, and somewhere in the back Gary Urgonski’s spoons clack like the bones of forgotten whistleblowers. Fignus’ voice? It’s less croon, more sermon-from-the-scrapyard. Think John Prine if he’d swallowed a typewriter and chased it with cheap whiskey and righteous rage.
Let’s talk lyrics. This ain’t bumper sticker poetry. It’s a Molotov cocktail of verses dressed up in rhyme, exploding just when you start to hum along. “She wishes she could dress it up, but still it’s gonna show / ‘Cause everybody knows, everybody knows…”—and yeah, we do. We’ve seen the emperor. We’ve seen the threads. And Fignus is the guy standing on the corner with a bullhorn and a banjo, telling us we’re not crazy for seeing it too.
There’s a verse where he sings, “I can spy with my own eye, there’s rockets rising up into the sky, why oh why, can’t someone try, before it all explodes…” and it doesn’t just echo your nightmares—it hands them a tambourine and gets them dancing. It’s cynical. It’s urgent. It’s terrifying in its gentleness.
This isn’t just music—it’s medicine for the willfully disillusioned. Fignus isn’t preaching. He’s holding up a mirror. Not some boutique Instagram-ready mirror either. I’m talking the kind you find behind a gas station bathroom door, cracked and stained with the residue of everyone who’s tried to smile through their teeth.
Recorded with Jon Evans at Brick Hill Studio—yeah, the same Jon Evans who polished up Tori Amos and Sarah McLachlan—this track somehow keeps its splinters intact. It’s clean, but not sterile. Precise, but never slick. There’s breath in the room. There’s dust on the amp. It’s alive, and it’s not here to make you comfortable.
Digney Fignus doesn’t need to shout to be heard. “The Emperor Wears No Clothes” slinks up behind you, whispers something you already know in your bones, and then struts off down the road like the ghost of Woody Guthrie carrying a sign that says “I told you so.”
You can dress up denial in silk and sequins. But Fignus rips it all off and leaves it flapping in the breeze.
And yeah… *everybody knows.*
–Leslie Banks
@skopemag Q&A Featuring Youstee and ‘All I Need’
@skopemag – So how are you doing today and have any plans for summer 2025 in life and music?
I’m feeling amazing, thank you! This summer, I’m focused on making the best music I’ve ever made. That’s the mission. Everything else revolves around that.
@skopemag – Is Youstee your real name and how did you decide to use that name to represent your message and sound?
My real name is Iustin—pronounced the same as Youstee, just without the “n.” Growing up, the people closest to me—my family and even a high school crush—used to call me “Youstee.” That nickname stuck and felt meaningful. Now, it’s more than a name—it’s a connection to my roots and my sound.
@skopemag – Was music a big part of life growing up and are your friends and family supportive of your musical ambitions?
Absolutely. Music has always been in my home. My brother and I were classically trained from a young age, and we’ve had a piano in the house since I was two. My mom used to choreograph dances around town, and I’d often tag along to rehearsals. It’s always been a part of my world. My family’s support has been real and constant.
@skopemag – At what age and stage in life did you decide you wanted to pursue music as a possible career?
The spark hit when I was five years old at my first concert. That feeling never left. I never second-guessed it—I knew this was it for me.
@skopemag – What can you say is most challenging and also rewarding about being an artist in 2025?
The challenge? Making something that cuts through the noise. The reward? When someone connects with your music on such a deep level that they pause and go, “Whoa… what was that?” That connection is everything.
@skopemag – I am really loving your single “All I Need.” Give us background on where you wrote, recorded, and mastered that track.
Appreciate that! I made “All I Need” in my cozy bedroom. I truly believe the space you create in shapes the energy of the song. I wanted this one to feel beautiful and intimate—like a late-night conversation with someone you trust.
@skopemag – Speak on the lyrics to “All I Need” and is it based on your real life?
Yes—definitely rooted in personal experience. It’s about emotional dependence, and how deep connections—whether in love or friendship—can become addictive. Every little gesture becomes a form of emotional hypnosis. But ultimately, it’s also about learning to rely more on yourself than on external validation.
@skopemag – For those new to the music of Youstee, what 3 artists would you say you most compare to and was that intentional?
I don’t like to compare myself directly, but I’d say artists like Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, and The Weeknd have definitely influenced both my sound and aesthetic. It wasn’t calculated—it just happened organically as I found my voice.
@skopemag – How is the live music scene in Los Angeles and do you get to play live in any music venues?
The LA scene is always alive—24/7. I’ve performed here and plan to keep doing so. If you want to stay in the loop with where I’m playing next, Instagram is the best place to find me: @youstee
@skopemag – When you are not making music what other things do you have going on in your life?
I’m always in the gym, and I try to reconnect with nature as often as I can. Everything else I do somehow ties back into music—whether it’s networking, planning visuals, or just refueling the mind.
@skopemag – Right now AI is the big thing – do you think AI will eventually be able to create music as good and authentic as humans can and does that concern you?
Honestly, we’ve been using forms of AI for years—sample libraries, VSTs, tools that help us shape sound. AI is just an extension of that. I don’t see it replacing real emotion or lived experience in music, but I do see it as a tool to enhance our creativity when used right.
@skopemag – What is coming up for Youstee for the rest of 2025 and where can we follow you and stream all your music?
You can expect a full musical journey. If you’re into the kind of timeless music inspired by artists like Rihanna, The Weeknd, and Timberlake—just know I’m bringing that flavor with my own twist.
Follow and stream everything here: https://linktr.ee/youstee
EXTRA:
@skopemag – What has been one amazing experience so far since you got to LA?
One of the most incredible moments was being in the studio around Grammy-winning producers like BEKON and Sergiu Gherman, and artists like Jessie Murph, YG. Being in those rooms and part of the creative process behind great music was truly inspiring.
Qymira’s ‘Melodrama’ Is a Majestic And Cinematic Thunderstorm
Multi-talented, genre-bending pop artist Qymira has returned like a storm with ‘Melodrama’ – a hypnotizing offering that screams for attention. The track delivers an electrifying collision of orchestral decadence and dark hip-hop allure, anchored by a theatrical music video that crowns the rising star not just as an enthralling performer but as a cinematic force of nature.
‘Melodrama’ is relentless, with sweeping strings that strike like lightning through clouds. Qymira’s haunting vocals becomes the eye of the storm: tender and ethereal, then razor-sharp and towering the next. The duality of this dominance and vulnerability nods to the song’s themes of illusion, enhanced by orchestral swells, rapid-fire verses and brutally beautiful production. The results? Truly enarmoring.
The music video is pure visual theatre, allowing listeners to be completely immersed in her magnetic fantasy world. Draped in high fashion, Qymira doesn’t just perform – she conducts her world like a maestro before her own symphony orchestra. It’s a dizzying mix of intimacy and spectacle, and through it all, Qymira captivates with unforgettable intensity: reflecting the announcement of her film debut: a leading role in Pedring Lopez’ English-language debut, ‘Shadow Transit.’
With ‘Melodrama,’ Qymira delivers a symphonic, defiant, breathtaking reminder that true power lies in authenticity, artistry, and owning your narrative…
“American Strong” by DPB: A Revival Song for the Soul of a Nation
There are moments when a song doesn’t just play through your headphones — it courses through your bloodstream like a call to something higher. “American Strong,” the latest single from Christian hip-hop torchbearer DPB, is exactly that. It’s a prayer disguised as a banger, a sermon riding the rhythm of a nation in need of healing, and an unfiltered expression of unity from a man who’s never been afraid to let his faith do the talking.
David Paul Brooks, aka DPB, isn’t new to this. He’s a veteran voice in the world of positive rap, having paved the road with the Grammy and Dove-nominated Disciples of Christ. Now, with “American Strong,” he stands solo but not alone, bringing every fiber of his purpose into a track that hits hard with both bass and belief.
The beat is infectious — a kinetic blend of marching drums and gospel-rooted pulse that seems to lift your spirit before the first lyric even lands. But when the words do come, they come with fire. From the jump, DPB chants “We are one yeah” like a sacred invocation. It’s not just repetition for the sake of rhythm. It’s repetition as a reminder. A rhythmic litany that says, Look around. We all bleed red. We all belong.
The heart of this track is its lyrics, which blend the poetic and the prophetic. Lines like “Stop the division, love is our mission” and “One for all and all for one” might read like slogans on paper, but in the context of DPB’s gravelly delivery and the song’s spiritual force, they carry the weight of lived experience. You hear the echoes of Sunday sermons, neighborhood rallies, and locker-room pep talks — all converging in a voice that speaks directly to the American moment.
But this isn’t some surface-level flag-waving exercise. “American Strong” is deeply rooted in scripture and spiritual conviction. It’s not red versus blue, black versus white, left versus right. It’s a declaration of divine design. “God created this great nation and each of us in His image,” DPB proclaims with unflinching sincerity. In a world obsessed with drawing lines, he’s out here erasing them. His message is simple: Unity is not optional. It’s essential.
The track hits its peak with verses like “No more judging, just loving” and “So let’s all grow in harmony that America can walk in its full glory.” There’s a near-revolutionary optimism here, but it’s anchored in humility. This isn’t a man preaching from a pedestal. It’s a fellow traveler, sleeves rolled up, ready to rebuild what’s broken with love as his toolkit.
What makes “American Strong” even more impactful is how DPB weaves in the musical DNA of church, hip-hop, and spoken word without losing cohesion. This is spiritual resistance music. It doesn’t scream. It declares. It doesn’t scold. It invites. It welcomes every listener — believer or skeptic, veteran or dreamer — into a space where being American is about shared values, not inherited labels.
It’s not flashy or dripping with pop polish. That’s the point. “American Strong” isn’t trying to seduce your ears. It’s trying to reach your heart. In a landscape where songs often fizzle out after the chorus, this one builds. Each refrain of “We wrote this song just become as one” piles on the urgency, like bricks laid for a foundation. This isn’t just a single. It’s a soundtrack for rebuilding.
So here we are, in a world frayed at the edges, where cynicism often gets more airtime than hope. And then along comes DPB, with a beat, a Bible, and a belief that we can still get this thing right. “American Strong” isn’t the anthem we’re used to hearing. It’s the one we’ve been needing.
You don’t just listen to this song. You rise with it. You remember with it. You believe again with it. DPB didn’t write a hit. He wrote a mission statement. And if enough of us take it to heart, maybe — just maybe — we’ll find our way back to each other.
–Lonnie Nabors
Circus Mind Presents “The Battle of Brooklyn”
Circus Mind’s experimental music style is always a treat for funk-rock fans, but their latest single, “The Battle of Brooklyn” turns their experimental style up a notch. This song follows a fascinating concept of blending history with contemporary social commentary, with a groove that you cannot help vibing to.
The single starts off with a reflection on the titular 1776 battle from the American revolutionary war, setting the imagery with the hopelessness that the continental army felt against the British forces.
The unorthodox approach taken in the first half of The Battle of Brooklyn is just classic Circus Mind, with gunshots, neighing horses, and frontman Mark Rechler’s cries of “Fall back!” and “Everybody charge!”
Saxophone, synth, and guitar blend in an intriguing interlude, setting up the next movement of the song. Even though they don’t believe in musical norms, Circus Mind understands the audience, and their experience shines through in the pacing of this track.
Rechler’s raspy vocals pull you back into the narrative and shift the scenery to draw a poignant parallel between the 1776 Revolutionary War battle and the modern-day struggles of gentrification in Brooklyn.
With vivid imagery such as “all his neighbors moving away” and “the bodega’s turned into a hipster coffee place,” Circus mind hits hard at Brooklyn’s changing landscape, and how the city’s native culture is being replaced by the uniformity of the middle class that’s moving in.
Steven Finklestein’s percussion and Dylan Niederauer’s relentless bassline do a lot of heavy lifting, keeping the tension throughout this track and adding depth to the colorful yet gritty funk-rock sound.
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Musically, The Battle of Brooklyn showcases Circus Mind’s adeptness at blending infectious grooves with thought-provoking themes. The jazzy notes underscore the connection between past and present, serving as both a tribute to Brooklyn’s resilience and a wake-up call about its evolving identity.
In The Battle of Brooklyn, Circus Mind delivers a powerful statement on identity, place, and resilience, reminding listeners of the enduring echoes of history in the ever-changing landscape of New York City.
VANDERWOLF Presents “F**KWITT MCGEE”
Los Angeles-based genre-melder Max Vanderwolf returns with a ferocious new single, F*ckwitt McGee, the fourth release in his ongoing 2025 Singles Club. Part philosophical satire, part musical experiment, this track is a wild, unfiltered burst of rhythmic wit and that will make you dance, laugh, and wince in equal measure.
From the very first beat, F*ckwitt McGee explodes with a percussive energy that borders on manic. Driven by a frenzied merengue drum pattern, the song barrels forward with a gleeful recklessness, reflecting the chaotic persona of its title character.
Vanderwolf builds on this foundation with twitchy guitar lines, vintage keyboard textures, and a propulsive bass—each part adding to the madness with surgical precision.
But it’s the kazoo solo—yes, kazoo—that truly defines this track. Delivered by Vanderwolf himself, it’s absurd, unexpected,and somehow completely brilliant. Like the character it’s named for, it shouldn’t work. And yet, it does.
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Website: https://vanderwolfmusic.com
Lyrically, Vanderwolf is at his sharpest. F*ckwitt McGee is a biting portrait of a well-meaning but dangerously oblivious figure—a “universal man” who trips through life, trampling over people, cities, and civilizations with cheerful incompetence. Whether he’s locking his keys in the car or accidentally launching nuclear missiles, McGee’s trail of destruction is as tragic as it is comical.
“Living in the UK,” Vanderwolf explains, “you quickly learn all the wonderfully disparaging terms: ‘chancer’, ‘wanker’, ‘knob’…and of course ‘fuckwitt’.” The name “McGee” comes from Kris Kristofferson’s “Bobby McGee,” adding an ironic Americana twist to this British-flavored roast.
Born in New York City, shaped by London’s underground, and now residing in L.A., Vanderwolf’s life reads like a music-world epic. From fronting the cult-favorite Last Man Standing to producing concerts for David Bowie and Patti Smith, he’s spent decades crafting and curating remarkable sound.
With F*ckwitt McGee, Vanderwolf steps back into the spotlight—not with a whisper, but with a scream, a smirk, and a kazoo.
This single isn’t just a song; it’s a riotous reminder that genius and foolishness often share the same stage. Vanderwolf invites us to recognize the McGee in all of us and laugh before we walk into another wall.
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