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Avery Lynch Sings From Her Heart , With New EP, “Glad We Met”

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We recently had the amazing opportunity to check out the new EP, “Glad We Met”, via RECORDS/Sony Music, from talented singer-songwriter, Avery Lynch. You can listen to “Glad We Met” Here

Avery Lynch, proves undoubtedly that she is a voice that you need to hear. “Glad We Met” is an extraordinary collection of music that you immediately need in your life.

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The 9-track EP includes previously released singles like “Rain,” “the boys who don’t know what they want,” “think about it,” “Dead to Me,” “Lasting Effects,” and “Sweetheart,” alongside a handful of new tracks. 

Glad We Met is a project rooted in vulnerability and reflection. Built on lush, melancholic piano arrangements and Avery’s soft, expressive vocals, the EP follows her journey through heartbreak, healing, self-discovery, and the courage to open her heart to love again. The EP also marks a major creative milestone for Avery. It’s the first record she’s ever co-produced, adding a new layer of intimacy and ownership to her sound.

The ‘Glad We Met’ EP is my favorite project I’ve ever made,” says Avery. “Each song follows the beginning of the love story I’ve been living for over five years now. Some songs are about heartbreak and moving on, and others are about falling in love again. It all comes together with the title track ‘I’m Glad We Met,’ which tells the story of meeting my significant other, where we’ve gone, and where we are now.”

Originally from Pennsylvania and now based in Los Angeles, Avery’s musical journey began when she first sat down at the piano at the age of seven. Those early compositions soon transformed into full songs, as she found her voice both vocally and lyrically. To this day, every song begins the same way: with Avery alone at her piano, crafting intimate demos that she later shapes with trusted collaborators.

Often described as a “happy girl filled with sad songs,” her music is a masterclass in storytelling, inspired by her life experiences and the world around her. With praise from tastemakers like Ones To Watch and EARMILK, and a rapidly growing fanbase that’s helped her surpass 130 million streams and 400K monthly Spotify listeners, Avery continues to showcase her gift for turning raw emotion into intimate, relatable, and quietly captivating songs.

To celebrate the release of Glad We Met, Avery will hit the road this fall for a run of West Coast tour dates. The tour kicks off November 14 in Portland and includes stops in Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Tickets are on sale now.

“Glad We Met”, from Avery Lynch, is an absolute can’t miss.

Maggie Kane Takes Her Mesmerizing And Melodically Pleasing Sound , Center Stage With Her Stunning Debut Single, “Candied Ginger”

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We recently had the distinct honor to check out the debut single, “Candied Ginger” , from New York City , artist Maggie Kane.

You can listen to the glorious debut single, “Candied Ginger” on Spotify Here , Apple Music Here

Maggie Kane, is a refreshing and radiant voice that puts forth her whole heart and soul in her music. “Candied Ginger” is a song stays effortlessly in your soul long after the music has faded .

Maggie Kane , is a talented and gifted songwriter/ storyteller that artfully crafts songs that have vibrant pop sensibilities and subtle synth textures. We were literally hanging on every melody and word of “Candied Ginger” as if it were a page turning best selling novel.

Maggie Kane, through her music speaks to the soft-hearted and the overthinkers, with a sound that sits somewhere between the whimsy of Gabrielle Aplin and the wistful intimacy of Lizzy McAlpine. Candied Ginger explores the lingering aftertaste left behind when a relationship ends. It’s for anyone who’s ever held on too long and felt the quiet ache of knowing it’s time to move on.

Speaking about , “Candied Ginger” , Maggie shares : The song was born from a fleeting moment—being handed a ginger candy by someone I knew I had to let go of,” says Kane. “It became a metaphor for the things we keep consuming, even when we know they’re not good for us. When I’m working through something complicated, I always find myself at the piano—and this time, that feeling became a song.”

Kane’s roots are in the theatre—she’s the co-creator and lyricist of “this old haunt”, a folk musical and 2025 O’Neill semifinalist. Previously, it has had an academic premiere at Carnegie Mellon University, workshopped through NYU’s Tisch New Theatre, Fort Salem Theatre, as well as participated in the Latiné Musical Theatre Lab and Prospect Theater Company’s New Musical Mixtape concert. Maggie was a finalist for 2024’s international songwriting competition Write Out Loud Across all her original work, Kane explores coming of age and the female experience with a voice that’s been described as poetic and raw.

The mark of a true artist, is someone who can elegantly say what the rest of us are thinking, Maggie Kane, achieves this ten fold with her magnificent debut single, “Candied Ginger”

Stephan Hogan Has Crafted A Beautiful Piano Driven New Single, “You Or The West Coast”

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We recently had amazing opportunity to check out the new single, “You Or The West Coast, from singer-songwriter, podcast host, and media entrepreneur, Stephan Hogan . You can listen to “You Or The West Coast” Here

“You Or The West Coast”, is a beautifully crafted piano driven song from Stephan Hogan, that absolutely shines .

Stephan shares, “You or the West Coast” came from a real place—I sat down one night thinking about all the moments in life where you’re torn between the comfort of someone you love and the unknown of chasing something bigger. It started with just a guitar and a simple melody, and over time, it grew into one of the most emotional songs I’ve ever written. I’m excited to share this one in a big way”

“You Or The West Coast “, from , Stephan Hogan, is a powerful and emotional track that feels like a best selling novel that you just can’t put down .

The perfect vocals on “You Or The West Coast, coupled with a memorable melody, make it a track you must check out.

As a renowned guitarist and vocalist, he has earned acclaim from Billboard, CMT, and American Songwriter, performs at Nashville’s iconic Bluebird Café, and was recognized by Vince Gill—the most Grammy-awarded country artist and current guitarist for The Eagles—as one of the five guitarists he’s “crazy about.”   As the host of The Stephan Hogan Podcast, Stephan has interviewed some of the most influential figures in music, film, and business. His podcast ranked in the top 10% of video podcasts for Spotify Wrapped 2024, showcasing its widespread impact and appeal. 

If you are looking for a new favorite song, we highly recommend, “You Or The West Coast”

Five Hundred Bucks Unleashes Stellar New Single, “Promises Of Gold”

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We recently had the amazing opportunity to check out the new single, “Promises Of Gold” , from Philly punks Five Hundred Bucks. You can listen to “Promises Of Gold”Here

We were instantly drawn to the melodic goodness of “Promises Of Gold” from Five Hundred Bucks.

“Promises Of Gold”, is a straight up anthem. The beer-in-the-air, piano-aided singalong comes off of the heels of their first single “Southern Accidents” and highlights songwriter Jeff Riddle’s penchant for writing vivid narratives over blistering punk arrangments that never shy away from classic rock grandeur. 

Great songs, have a way of finding their way in to your soul and never leaving, “Promises Of Gold”, from Five Hundred Bucks is without question one of those songs .

“Promises Of Gold” comes ahead of the bands new album, “Pest Sounds”, which will be released on April 25th via Pest Sounds/ Creep Records.

Laklan Releases Stunningly Beautiful New Single, “I Would (Piano Version “

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We recently had the amazing opportunity to check out the new single, “I Would(Piano Version)” from, artist/songwriter/producer Laklan. You can listen to “I Would (Piano Version)” Here

The stripped back project expands upon his latest releases of “I Would/ I Would Pt. 2”, from December, 2024. This version still holds the same message as the atmospheric pop hits before, which paints the story of the torn feeling you have when knowing someone isn’t good for you; yet you keep going back to them anyways. Now, you can feel the song in a whole new light with raw vocals and melodic piano riffs in the stormy world Laklan created. 

There is a mysterious/ cinematic vibe that exists within , I Would (Piano Version “, from Laklan . The melody and tone coupled with flawless vocals make for a stunning musical experience that we simply cannot ignore.

Inspired by different acoustic versions other artists have done for their songs, Laklan was determined to reveal a new side of himself with this piano version. The new ballad expands his production style apart from the club beats he usually creates to something more simpler, yet challenging. He goes on to add, “I was really excited to explore this new territory. It is the opposite of what I usually make and I definitely needed help creating the right sound. I had my friend from Nashville (who goes by the artist name m.e.g) listen to the original version of “I Would” and she mimicked the looping synth on the piano to give a sense of familiarity to it. He continues, “After we arranged the track how we liked, I wanted to add thunder and rain sounds in the background to give it a certain type of feeling.” In a joking manner he confesses, “I could have added strings and drums to make it more dramatic, but I think less is more at this time. This version gives a real honest glimpse into what the song is about and I think others will resonate with that.”

The true mark of a skilled musician, is the ability to offer different perspectives and dimensions to the music that you create , Laklan, has done this effortlessly and beautifully with “I Would (Piano Version)”