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OUT TODAY: Pop-powerhouse Jess Ball drops new single ‘Nightmare’

Australian-based pop powerhouse JESS BALL is kicking off 2025 with her latest single, ‘Nightmare’, marking her second release since signing with London-based Project Melody Music (Owen Cutts, Monster Florence, The Big Pink).

A dynamic follow-up to last year’s acclaimed single ‘That Way’, Jess’s latest offering delivers an edgier pop-packed experience that delves into the struggles of finding one’s place in life and the uncertainty of what lies ahead.

Jess shares: “‘Nightmare’ reflects the trial and error of making life decisions, the self-doubt that comes with it, and the human tendency to desire the unattainable. It’s about feeling trapped in your ambitions while navigating the uncertainty of what lies ahead.”

Serving a strong bassline and groove-driven production, ‘Nightmare’ is a pop anthem for the modern grind, blending urgency and allure through textured distortion, siren-like soundscapes, and layers of hook-driven pop melodies. Jess’s distinctive low, honey-toned vocals glide effortlessly over the track’s pulsating rhythm, dripping with frustration and self-deprecating sarcasm.

For fans of Olivia Dean, Dua Lipa, and Tove Lo, Jess Ball is proving she’s a rising star in the global pop arena, bringing a fresh voice and dynamic energy to the scene.

Jess Ball is a Melbourne-based Australian singer-songwriter who began her love affair with music in 2009 at 11 years old. Her distinct sound blends influences from pop, indie rock, and hip-hop, drawing inspiration from artists such as Cigarettes After Sex, Olivia Dean, and Massive Attack, shaping Jess’s unique approach to indie pop.

In 2020, Jess made waves with her third release, ‘I Found You (Neptune)’ in collaboration with EDX. The track soared to Number 1 on the Future House Beatport charts and reached Number 38 on SiriusXM’s Electro top songs of the year, accumulating over 20 million streams.

Since signing with London-based Project Melody Music in 2024, Jess has continued to rise, with her first single under the label, ‘That Way’ garnering multiple Spotify and Apple Music editorial placements, including Pop Drive, Pop n’ Fresh, and New Music Daily, and expanding her reach to a global audience.

With a loyal fan base and a reputation for her captivating originals, covers and live performances Jess Ball is setting the stage for an extraordinary 2025.

‘Nightmare’ is out today (24 January) on all streaming platforms. Why not have a listen below…

Connect with Jess Ball via:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jessballl/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jess_ball_
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jessball3854
Website: https://www.jessballmusic.com/

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Song of the Day: Power Games – X Revolution

With a consistent back catalogue of high-quality releases, Australian artist X REVOLUTION returns with his brand latest single ‘Power Games’. The hip-hop and rap offering showcases a polished style, format, and dedication to the music scene with X Revolution’s extraordinary productions and excellent wordsmiths.

‘Power Games’ is a seamless blend of hip-hop and rap’s unadulterated energy into his artistic flair. X Revolution demonstrates his compositional skills and shows how his work has an impact in addition to resonance. This song combines his signature lyrics, masterful skills, and hip-hop roots.

X Revolution used the website Tracklib to sample a few older recordings. After that, he combined it with additional ambience and FX using a drum loop sample from an MPC sample bundle he owned. Lyrically, he intended to discuss his personal experiences with power and how he saw it as a child, advising on how to stay away from it and take some time to think things through.

On the track, X Revolution questions, “It’s my struggle with power growing up and how I viewed it; except I am fully aware of it through some form of self-reflection and have decided to own it for myself and not use it over others.”

Accumulating press coverage across the likes of Fame Magazine, PureMzine, Notion, and The Pit Ldn, and support from Spotify playlists, X Revolution has presented himself as an exciting musical talent with a lot of promise for the future. Listen to ‘Power Games’ below…

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Karen Harding recalls a warm feeling of acknowledgement in new single, ‘Invisible Stranger’

Taken from the fourth single from her eagerly anticipated album ‘Behind The Mask’, KAREN HARDING‘s new single, ‘Invisible Stranger’ rages with emotion, as the Australian singer-songwriter deftly dramatizes the familiar moment of feeling the warmth of acknowledgment…only to realise it’s for another, not for oneself. Teamed with the mesmerising sounds of the piano and richly layered vocals, Karen sings with an amalgamation of a soulful bluesy essence and a style of pop’s signature.

‘Invisible Stranger’ comes on the heels of the talented production of Daniel Nieberg, bringing to life Karen’s introspective lyrics and songwriting, written back in the 2021 Covid Lockdowns in Melbourne.

Karen Harding entered Melbourne, Australia’s vibrant music scene when she released her debut single, ‘I Didn’t Realise,’ released May 2021. Since then she has explored uncharted sonic waters by teaming up with artists and producers internationally.

Notable awards earned by Karen in recent years include winning the 2021 Bendigo Bank-sponsored Radio Eastern Songwriter Talent Show; being nominated as a Top Ten Winner at World Songwriting Awards in September 2021 and Best International Artist at Crags Radio Independent Artist Awards held February 2022.

Karen Harding’s enchanting new single, ‘Invisible Stranger,’ was released last Friday,17th May across various music platforms. Why not listen below…

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Song of the Day: 6 Feet Off The Floor – Karen Harding

Melbourne, Australia based singer-songwriter, KAREN HARDING‘s self written and produced single, ‘6 Feet Off The Floor’, glows luminously in a world in need of inspiration. The uplifting single is compelling from the very first note with its enticing piano melodies, layered vocals, and catchy beat. The song urges listeners to rise above and embrace their worries and find perspective in the midst of life’s passing challenges.

Karen Harding entered Melbourne, Australia’s vibrant music scene when she released her debut single ‘I Didn’t Realise,’ released May 2021. Since then she has explored uncharted sonic waters by teaming up with artists and producers internationally.

Notable awards earned by Karen in recent years include winning the 2021 Bendigo Bank-sponsored Radio Eastern Songwriter Talent Show; being nominated as a Top Ten Winner at World Songwriting Awards in September 2021 and Best International Artist at Crags Radio Independent Artist Awards held February 2022.

Through her music, Karen Harding invites listeners on a journey of self-discovery and introspection. Her songs showcase her ability to delve into the complexities of human emotion while offering solace and understanding through her moving lyrics and distinct musical style.

‘6 Feet Off The Floor’ follows the runaway success of the releases of her first two singles from her upcoming album, ‘Imaginary Boyfriend’ and ‘Judge You’. ‘6 Feet Off The Floor’ is the third offering off her eagerly awaited album ‘Behind the Mask’.

Why not listen to the enchanting single below…

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Rapper Mike Th3 Situation drops infectious track, ‘Hard 4 Me’

Zimbabwe born, Australian based artist MIKE TH3 SITUATION releases new hip hop song ‘Hard 4 Me,’ is a blazing combination of pop, hip hop, and R&B, blending into a genre-defying masterpiece. This party club anthem is a sonic explosion of energy and passion, designed to ignite dance floors and captivate audiences worldwide.

Mike Th3 Situation is an emerging hip-hop and R&B artist based in Sydney, Australia. Born in Zimbabwe and now thriving in the multicultural music scene of Sydney, Mike‘s music is a fusion of raw emotion, cultural diversity, and undeniable talent. Listen to ‘Hard 4 Me’ below…

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