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New Lease Music’s New Music Roundup – 18/09/26

Welcome to NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup, your weekly snapshot of great music from indie and unsigned artists!

This mammoth lineup features a real mix bag of styles that’s bound to keep you entertained well into the weekend. There’s not much to say other than dive in and check out these promising artists! If you like what you hear, give it a thumbs-up in the comments below.

NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup is featured on Mondays or Fridays. If you are a indie or an unsigned artist and would like your music featured on the list, send your music links and a short info about the release to submit@newleasemusic.com, with NEW MUSIC ROUNDUP in the subject line.

Thank you for visiting and I hope you enjoy the music!

JULIE EDDY –  ’74 NOVA

JULIE EDDY is back with ‘’74 Nova,’ a feel-good country anthem about loving your roots, chasing your dreams, and driving straight toward freedom. Inspired by her dad’s first car, a 1974 Nova, the song captures the push and pull between where you come from and where you’re headed.

The chorus is the heart of the song, perfectly capturing that feeling: “Roots holding me down but my heart strings pulled me harder / Driving me crazy to stay hell bent to get farther / Headed anywhere somewhere south of South Dakota / Foot on the gas, hand out the window of a ‘74 Nova.”

Eddy shares, “‘74 Nova’ was inspired by my dad’s love for old cars. His very first car was a ’74 Nova…He has always joked with me about writing a song about his Nova and my siblings, and I have always joked about who was eventually going to get the car passed on to them, so I wrote a hypothetical situation into this song that he gave the Nova to me, and I moved to Nashville with it to chase my dreams. All of the video and photo content for the song was shot with my dad’s Nova in my small town in South Dakota right down the road from where I grew up. This song makes me feel nostalgia, hope, and anticipation for what’s next, a deep appreciation for my roots, and has quickly become one of my favorite songs I’ve ever recorded.”

”74 Nova’ is out today across all leading music platforms.

RAMI – SAVE MYSELF

RAMI makes a striking introduction with a heartfelt song titled, ‘Save Myself’ that showcases both her emotional depth and undeniable vocal presence. Backed by a talented team that includes a Grammy winning songwriter and engineer, she is quickly establishing herself as an artist to watch in the pop space.

From the very first notes, Rami’s voice remains front and center, carrying the weight of the story as the song builds from quiet reflection into powerful, emotionally charged moments.

​About the song, she explains, “From the beginning, I knew I wanted the song to be personal. I wanted to create a ballad about a very difficult period of my life — a time of loss, confusion, and feeling as though everything around me was falling apart. But I did not want the story to end in sadness. The most important part was what came afterward: finding my own strength, putting myself back together, and realizing that I had the power to save myself.”

​That journey from feeling lost to reclaiming her own strength is woven throughout the song, coming to life in powerful lyrics like, “I was tired of waiting for someone / To come rescue me from what I’d done” and “All alone in a tower big and tall / But I was the prince here after all.”

​With its powerful message, Rami proves she has something meaningful to say, and the voice to make you listen.’Save Myself’ is out today from all leading platforms.

MCMILLIN – I LOSE

MCMILLIN‘s ‘I LOSE’ turns overthinking into something visceral, capturing the exhausting cycle of second-guessing every possible outcome until there’s nowhere left to go. The song’s chorus puts that feeling into sharp focus: “Freezing up with every choice I have to choose / Fearing the future could be colder than the Ice I’ve fallen through.” That anxiety builds into the song’s defining realization: “It’s a mental game that imitates a twisted truth / Played 100 ways from every point of view / And in every case I lose.”

McMillin describes the track as “a heavy rock joint that underscores lyrics of inadequacy, defeat and self-doubt,” adding that its sound is built around “a darkness and light of angelic synths battling dark and aggressive guitars.” That contrast is central to ‘I LOSE,’ which moves from tightly wound tension into a crushing half-time breakdown before unexpectedly dissolving into a hazy, synth-driven passage. The result is a song that moves through pressure, collapse, and emotional exhaustion without offering an easy resolution.

‘I LOSE’ is out today across all leading music platforms.

CLARITY LIAO – LOSE

Emerging singer-songwriter CLARITY LIAO steps fully into her solo era with new single ‘Lose’, the focus single from her upcoming debut EP ‘Dear…,’, a seven-song collection of intimate musical letters exploring love, jealousy, rejection, loneliness and the complicated process of finally letting go.

‘Lose’ is an upbeat pop track that captures the emotional chaos of fearing that someone you love is falling for somebody else. 

Born from Clarity’s heartache over a boy she deeply cared for, ‘Lose’ confronts the jealousy that emerged when another girl appeared to embody everything Clarity feared she wasn’t. What begins as projection and comparison gradually becomes something more accepting, as Clarity faces the possibility that the relationship she desperately wants may never exist.

Moving between indie pop, R&B, bedroom pop, contemporary singer-songwriter influences and modern doo-wop, ‘Lose’ adopts its own musical personality while remaining connected by Clarity’s candid storytelling.

Originally, she imagined the song as a sparse, Adele-inspired piano ballad, allowing its vulnerability to sit almost completely exposed. Once in the studio, however, the production took an unexpected turn. Upbeat drums and electric guitar transformed the track into something far more energetic, creating a playful contrast with lyrics filled with jealousy, insecurity and emotional turmoil.

“This song is one of my favorites,” Clarity explains. “It shows my jealousy and madness in a fun upbeat way. At first I was doubting the upbeat drums and electric guitar, aiming for a soft mellow vibe, but the more I stuck with the process, the more I understood what this letter was really trying to explain to the receiver.”

‘Lose’ is now available across all music platforms.

SAMSARA – SWORDFIGHT

London-based, Australian-born artist SAMSARA steps into a bold new chapter with ‘Swordfight’, a brooding yet exhilarating new EP that sees the 22-year-old fully embracing the artist she has become. Raised in Hong Kong and now based in London, Samsara has developed a singular approach to contemporary pop, using emotionally charged songwriting, maximalist electronic production and a theatrical visual identity to explore themes of identity, sexuality, transformation, vulnerability and power.

Across ‘Swordfight’, Samsara turns deeply personal experiences into something immediate, danceable and unapologetically pop. The EP exists firmly within her own electronic-pop universe, balancing moments of emotional exposure with the confidence and theatricality that have become central to her artistic identity. Rather than presenting a polished version of her story, Samsara allows the contradictions to remain, vulnerability can sit alongside bravado, while difficult experiences become fuel for something celebratory and empowering.

Focus track ‘Stab ’n Smile’ captures that tension particularly well. A euphoric rush of synth-driven electro-pop, the track pairs propulsive production with lyrics that cut considerably deeper than its infectious surface suggests. There is a familiar immediacy to its melodic synth work, while Samsara’s commanding vocal delivery gives the track its own unmistakable character. It is pop built for movement, but with something much more personal at its core.Check out ‘Swordfight’ below…

WORMOGENIC – 16

Emerging alt-pop artist WORMOGENIC continues to build serious momentum with ‘16’, a shimmering dream-pop rush that further establishes her as one of the genre’s most distinctive new voices. Blending glossy synth textures with gritty electronics, driving bass and an instinctive pop sensibility, the Florida-raised artist delivers a track that is as emotionally candid as it is immediately infectious.

Raised on Florida’s coast, Wormogenic draws on the turbulence and contradictions of adolescence to shape a sound that sits at the intersection of retro-inspired pop, grunge-edged alternative and contemporary dream pop. Her music embraces the colourful, camp and unapologetically expressive side of modern alternative pop, pairing sharp songwriting with a willingness to explore the less polished realities of growing up.

On ‘16’, that approach comes into particularly sharp focus. Written from a place of isolation and emotional uncertainty, the track examines self-sabotage, anxiety and the uneasy feeling that happiness can disappear just as quickly as it arrives. Wormogenic turns those themes into an anthemic, hook-driven statement, with a darker synth edge recalling the atmospheric pulse of New Order adding further depth to the track’s otherwise luminous production.

“I wrote 16 after a bad birthday where I felt isolated and lonely,” Wormogenic explains. “16 is the thesis statement of the EP. It’s synth inspired by Chappell Roan, Olivia Rodrigo and Dan Nigro’s production work. It’s about coping with growing up and it’s the song I’m most proud of on the EP.”

Built around gritty guitars and bass, expansive synths and a striking central chorus, ‘16’ demonstrates an artist already displaying an unusually assured understanding of songwriting and sonic identity. Despite being only her third single, Wormogenic continues to expand her musical world at a rapid pace, suggesting an artist with ambitions that extend well beyond the emerging alternative scene.

The single arrives ahead of her forthcoming debut EP, ‘Bandaids’, where Wormogenic will continue exploring the emotional contradictions of teenage life.

ANTHONY CHURCH – STARING (FT. CHESTER WATSON)

Northeast Ohio producer ANTHONY CHURCH connects with the distinct style and voice of Chester Watson to deliver ‘Staring’, the lead single to his upcoming compilation album ‘Grateful Is An Understatement’.

Delving into the realms of astral projection, this cut sees Watson weaving intricate lyrics over a Jazzy Hip-Hop melody that soars past the cosmos.The track’s energy is captured in full force with its accompanying visual piece animated and directed by Sigmund Washington.

‘Staring’ is now out across all leading music platforms. Check out the visualiser below…

BEKREATIVE – FRONT PORCH REVALUATIONS

BE KREATIVE continues his impressive run through 2026 with album, ‘Front Porch Revaluations’, showcasing a stunning fusion of soulful country music and hip-hop across ten reflective tracks. Why not check it out below…

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A Quick Chat With…MaryAiAnne & Me

Since bursting onto the NEW LEASE MUSIC radar in late 2025, MARYAINNE & ME has wasted no time making her mark. With singles ‘Lucky Escape’, ‘Checkmate’ and ‘I’ll Find The Light’ scooping the top spots on NLM charts over on Instagram, she’s quickly established herself as one of the most exciting new voices on the NLM scene. ‘Lucky Escape’ went a step further, claiming the #5 spot in NEW LEASE MUSIC’s Top Ten Songs of 2025.

Now, MARYAINNE & ME takes the hot seat to talk all things ‘Ocean Motion’—the captivating collaboration with SONO that earned the blog’s Song of the Month accolade back in July. And with the track forming part of her highly anticipated debut EP, ‘Blue Skies‘, landing this Monday, 14th September, there’s never been a better time to dive into the world of MARYAINNE & ME…

NLM: Hey, thank you for taking part in an interview with NEW LEASE MUSIC. How is 2026 treating you so far?

M&M: Thank you for allowing us to be part of this interview. All of this is very unfamiliar and new for me so I’m learning along the way. This year has been interesting and challenging but getting through it the best I can.

NLM: You released your single, ‘Ocean Motion’ back in May. What is the public perception of the single so far?

M&M: I haven’t had anyone on social media give any reviews/comments on the song so far. Though family and friends are loving the song as it’s a fun upbeat song. We did have good reactions to it from mostly internet radio stations playing it. It’s the third most listened song from YouTube of our own releases, which is a positive thing. We are hoping for more public interaction and build up a fan base so we can understand what they do and don’t not like about each song.

NLM: What inspired you to write the single?

M&M: The ocean itself and the fact summer was here. I was at a beach myself last year writing a song or two and the words just came to me. It wasn’t easy as most things aren’t but the song turned out rather well. Most people are going on vacation or having fun near a beach. So I thought it would be a good, fun dance song to join in and listen too. Even children could join in on the fun with this single.

NLM: How would you describe the single’s sound to potential fans?

M&M: Ocean Motion is a upbeat groovy song that has that tap footing, boogie sound. For those old enough to remember Connie Francis etc that is the style and sound I would tell people.

NLM: You use AI, specifically SUNO, to help produce ‘Ocean Motion’ as well as your previous releases. What initially inspired you to use AI as part of your music-making process?

M&M: I was writing lyrics one evening last year. I write every day, even if what I’m working on isn’t complete, and I decided I wanted to hear what those lyrics might sound like as a song. That’s when I came across MUREKA, an AI app, and I was amazed by what it could do in terms of music and vocals.

At that point, I was really just experimenting with it and having fun. I played one of the songs to a few friends, including John, who is also my manager, and it inspired him. He could see the potential in what I was creating.

Some time later, he came across Suno, another AI app that was more widely known and popular, and importantly, gave us the rights to our creations, which MUREKA didn’t. We decided to give it a try, and we haven’t stopped using it since.

It’s helped me develop a much better understanding of the relationship between the beat and the lyrics, as well as song structure, arrangement, and what makes a song work. I’ve also done a lot of my own research alongside that to keep learning and improving, as you would with anything you’re passionate about.

I already had a basic understanding of songwriting and instruments, having loved music and writing since I was a child, but this has given me another way to explore those skills and continue developing as an artist.

NLM: Can you take us through your creative process when using SUNO to produce your music? 

M&M: I write down words whenever inspiration strikes. I then complete the lyrics by handwriting them on paper before typing them into SUNO, where I add prompts to guide the style and direction I want the song to take. That can sometimes be a nightmare, especially when you’re trying to describe something and can’t quite find the right words!

Once I click ‘Create’, I’m not expecting perfection or a finished song straight away. Instead, I listen carefully to see whether the lyrics work, whether the tempo feels right, and whether the beats, mood, style and genre fit the song. I’m also listening to the vocal pitch to see if it suits the track, and whether the melody is strong enough to stand out and, importantly, stays close to my original idea.

From there, I go back to the drawing board. I might change the lyrics, experiment with a different genre or tempo, or decide whether I want certain instruments involved or not. I then use the studio tools to edit and add fades, listening to see whether those changes improve the song.

If everything aligns and the track sounds ready to go — which can take a day or more — I play it to John for his opinion. He has more musical experience than I do and brings a different perspective and ideas to the process. If he feels something isn’t quite working, he’ll go through the process again until he’s happy with it. He’s a perfectionist! Sometimes, though, I have to insist on keeping my version because it captures the original concept I had in my head.

Once we’re both happy, we send the WAV file to our partner, Tim Debney, to master the track. It always comes back with an added touch of magic, sounding polished, clean and professional. Occasionally — although not often — Tim will tell us that the track is too distorted, in which case we have to go back and redo it.

Once we get the OK from Tim, the song is ready for release. It’s certainly not as straightforward as people might think. It takes a lot of time, patience and experimentation to get everything right, and there are definitely disadvantages to working this way. But when it all comes together, it becomes the song we envisioned — and one we’ve worked incredibly hard to achieve.

NLM: What would you say to musicians and other creatives who strongly opposed to using AI in music?

M&M: I would say to people who strongly oppose AI that I understand and genuinely get why they feel that way. AI is not for everyone, and there are legitimate concerns about jobs being lost as AI becomes increasingly prevalent across most industries. Those concerns shouldn’t simply be dismissed.

As the legal framework around AI use continues to develop and is agreed upon within the music industry, I believe this can help address issues around the unauthorised use of other people’s work. In some ways, I see it becoming similar to sampling, which is now an accepted and licensed part of music when the appropriate permissions are obtained and royalties are paid to the original creator. So, I understand the concerns far more than some people might think I do.

However, I also don’t believe it is all bad, because AI and real-life musicians can work — and do work — alongside one another.

For example, if someone can play an instrument but can’t sing or write lyrics, they could use something like SUNO as a way of developing those skills and bringing their ideas to life. In my own case, I can’t sing and I’ve struggled to translate melodies in my head onto an instrument, but I can write. SUNO can take something I’ve written and turn it into a demo, allowing me to hear what the idea could sound like. From there, I could potentially rehearse it and eventually record it live with real musicians.

That is actually one of my future goals — something I would seriously like to do. At the moment, I’m developing a catalogue of songs to demonstrate my ability to write across different genres. I’m learning as I go and, most importantly, enjoying the process. It’s a steep learning curve for me.

I’ve tried to learn instruments in the past, long before AI was available, but I’ve never been able to find a way to connect with one. Yet, if someone else is playing an instrument, I can often put lyrics to it on the spot. I have a good ear for music; I just can’t play an instrument. I also have personal limitations that make things like initiating conversations, actively seeking out people and building connections more difficult for me. So, in that respect, AI gives me an opportunity that I might otherwise struggle to have.

SUNO helps me bring my creativity to life, and I would encourage people not to be scared of AI, but instead to consider how they might work alongside it.

At the same time, it is completely okay to be against AI, and I support people who feel that way. We all have different opinions, experiences and boundaries when it comes to technology.

We also don’t hide the fact that we use AI as part of our creative process. I believe honesty is the best policy. In my opinion, the people who pretend they created something entirely themselves when AI actually did most or all of the work are the ones who contribute to the stigma surrounding AI-assisted creativity.

Ultimately, AI is a tool — albeit a very powerful and useful one. Like any tool, I think it comes down to how you use it. My only real request to AI users is: be honest about it. Don’t try to deceive people. There is nothing wrong with using a tool to help bring your creativity to life. Just be transparent about the part it played.

NLM: What plans do you have in store for 2026?

We are carrying on releasing a song a week until the 7th October then we would have achieved our 1-year goal to create a catalogue off songs. That is a massive achievement for me as I find it difficult to keep focused on one thing for a long time. We are also releasing an album on the 14th September called ‘Blue Skies’ which was inspired by a good friend of mine. So keep an eye out for it on social media.

NLM: How can potential fans find you?

M&M: On Social Media platforms. Music platforms. We are in the middle of creating a website where it will be easier to read up about Me and what the project of MaryAianne & Me is all about.

NLM:  Finally, if music didn’t exist, what profession would you do?

M&M: If I didn’t have that creative ability to express feelings and help others, I would be a counsellor. Primarily to help others overcome challenges and issues. I never really had someone in the past to be in my corner and validate my emotions. I had to do it all alone. So to be able to give to people what I never had, would be fulfilling and inspiring. In fact, I’m intending to start a 16 week one day a week Level 2 counselling course as soon as I can afford it alongside my work on MaryAianne & Me.

Be sure to look for MaryAiAnne & Me’s debut EP ‘Blue Skies’ coming out 14th September

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New Lease Music’s New Music Roundup – 31/07/26

Welcome to NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup, your weekly snapshot of great music from indie and unsigned artists!

Once again, music was carefully selected across the genre spectrum for your pleasure! If you like what you hear, give it a thumbs-up and share your thoughts in the comment section below – your support means a lot to these rising talents!

NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup will be featured on Mondays or Fridays. If you are a indie or an unsigned artist and would like your music featured on the list, send your music links and a short info about the release to submit@newleasemusic.com, with NEW MUSIC ROUNDUP in the subject line.

Thank you for visiting and I hope you enjoy the music featured!

MEGHAN PULLES – THE MIDHEAVEN

MEGHAN PULLES explores the emotional duality of chasing a dream while navigating profound loss on her new single, ‘The Midheaven.’ Built around delicate piano, sweeping strings, and cinematic crescendos, the track captures the delicate balance between hope and heartbreak, offering listeners a moving meditation on resilience.

Drawing inspiration from the astrological term Midheaven, a symbol of one’s calling, purpose, and public life, Pulles reflects on what it means to step into the future you’ve always imagined while carrying the weight of grief. Her vulnerable vocal performance allows every lyric to feel intensely personal while remaining universally relatable.

About the song, Pulles shares: “The Midheaven was written from the realization that stepping into the life you’ve always dreamed of does not make you immune to grief. As my career continues to grow, I have found myself holding excitement and heartbreak at the same time, watching parts of my world fall away while still believing something beautiful is ahead.”

‘The Midheaven’ is out today on all leading music platforms. Watch the official video below…

GABRIELLE VAUGHN – TWENTY THREE

GABRIELLE VAUGHN confronts the realities of mental illness and survival on her deeply personal new single, ‘TWENTY-THREE.’ Written over the course of three years, from ages 23 to 26, the track offers an unflinching look at what it means to continue carrying battles that many assume should have been left behind with youth.

Built on Vaughn’s signature blend of alternative rock, pop, soul, and R&B influences, the song examines the shame that can accompany struggling in adulthood while ultimately delivering a message of perseverance. Through striking lyricism and emotional vulnerability, Vaughn reminds listeners that healing is not always a straight line.

Speaking about the release, Vaughn shares, “It’s about realizing that mental illness and the urge to hurt yourself don’t always disappear just because you get older. There can be so much shame in still carrying those battles into adulthood, like you should’ve left them behind years ago. I hope this song reminds anyone who’s ever felt that way that they’re not the only one. Sometimes surviving doesn’t look like moving on — it looks like choosing to stay, one day at a time.”

‘TWENTY-THREE.’ was released yesterday on all leading music platforms. Check it out below…

INDIGO SYNDICATE – HOWLING AT THE MOON

INDIGO SYNDICATE Indigo Syndicate slows things down on their new single, ‘Howling At The Moon,’ delivering their most vulnerable and intimate release to date. Stripped back to little more than acoustic guitar and a raw, emotionally charged vocal, the song captures the quiet ache of missing the person you love. Through understated storytelling and heartfelt lyricism, the band transforms distance into something deeply personal and universally relatable.

Written by Samantha Sanford for her partner, Jharyss, during a week-long work trip, the song explores the small moments that make absence feel impossible to ignore. Lyrics like, “I know you love me but I’m overthinking / In my head / I miss you in our bed / Ever since you left / The house is quiet so I keep on singing,” paint a vivid portrait of longing and vulnerability.

While ‘Howling At The Moon’ begins with quiet intimacy, it gradually builds into a soaring, cathartic finale, culminating in the infectious refrain, “Woohoo, woohoo, howling at the moon / I’m howling at the moon for you.” The dynamic progression mirrors the emotional journey of missing someone, transforming solitude into an unforgettable sing-along moment.

‘Howling At The Moon’ was released yesterday across all leading music platforms. Check it out below…

DYVR – REBUILD

London-based electronic artist DYVR announces her debut album ‘Rebuild’, a deeply personal and emotionally charged collection that transforms lived experience into expansive, club-focused electronic music. Blending atmospheric production, euphoric dancefloor energy and intimate songwriting, the independent trans artist delivers a record that explores identity, resilience and community through a distinctive electronic pop lens. Across nine tracks, Rebuild establishes Dyvr as a compelling new voice within the UK’s alternative electronic landscape, where vulnerability and catharsis exist side by side.

Built around themes of pain, sisterhood, healing and self-actualisation, ‘Rebuild’ traces a journey from grief and uncertainty towards celebration and acceptance. Previous singles including ‘Sister’, ‘Glass’, and the new focus track ‘Cry Baby’ introduce the record’s emotional arc, combining dreamy vocal textures, immersive synth arrangements and propulsive club production. The result is an album equally suited to solitary reflection and collective release, capturing the transformative power of the dancefloor as a place of belonging. Check it out below…

MATILDA GRACE – COVER BOY

London’s rising pop artist MATILDA GRACE continues her rapid ascent with her latest single ‘Cover Boy’, an irresistible, nostalgia-fuelled anthem that bridges the worlds of modern pop and rock with the unmistakable energy of the 80s and 90s. At just 21 years old, Matilda is already carving out her own space within the UK’s emerging music landscape, combining sharp songwriting, bold production choices and a playful artistic identity that sets her apart from her peers. Check out ‘Cover Boy’ below…

ANNIINA – DVD

Finnish singer-songwriter ANNIINA, also known as Anniina Ballerina, further cements her place in modern pop with the release of her latest single, “DVD,” continuing to showcase the compelling songwriting and storytelling that have become hallmarks of her artistry.

Blending intimate songwriting, atmospheric folk-inspired instrumentation and captivating vocal performances, the track offers another glimpse into an artist whose deeply personal approach to songwriting is resonating with an ever-growing global audience. 

This has cultivated in a sold out headline show in London in May for Anniina, and her catalogue has now exceeded 1 million streams across Spotify and Apple Music.Why not check it out below…

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Alan Dreezer Tackles Mental Health In New Single, ‘Delusional’

‘Delusional’ is the latest single from ALAN DREEZER and the emotional centrepiece of his forthcoming third studio album, ‘Nothing Changes If Nothing Changes’. Written during a period of intense self-reflection, the track explores the fragile line between ambition and self-belief, asking an uncomfortable but deeply human question: at what point does believing in yourself become delusion?

Blending atmospheric electronic production with intimate, confessional songwriting, ‘Delusional’ captures the contradictions that exist within modern creativity. It is a song about identity, isolation, self-worth, and the exhausting pressure to constantly validate your existence — not only as an artist, but as a person. Through vulnerable lyricism and cinematic production, Dreezer dissects the emotional cost of chasing purpose in a world increasingly driven by comparison, performance, and external validation.

At its core, ‘Delusional’ speaks directly to anyone who has ever felt misunderstood for wanting more from life. It examines the tension between persistence and self-doubt — particularly within independent artistry, where creators are often expected to maintain unwavering confidence while privately battling uncertainty. Rather than presenting ambition as glamorous, the song exposes its vulnerability: the quiet fear of failure, the loneliness of standing apart from the crowd, and the emotional exhaustion of trying to hold onto belief when the world offers little reassurance in return.

Musically, ‘Delusional’ draws influence from artists such as George Michael, James Blake, RY X, and Jungle. The track balances restraint with emotional intensity, allowing the lyrics and atmosphere to carry equal weight.

Beyond its sonic identity, ‘Delusional’ also reflects the wider emotional landscape of ‘Nothing Changes If Nothing Changes’ an album centred around transformation, accountability, healing, and emotional survival. Across the project, Dreezer explores what it means to confront the parts of ourselves we often avoid — our fears, coping mechanisms, emotional patterns, and the uncomfortable truths that accompany growth. The album title itself became a guiding philosophy during the writing process, representing the idea that meaningful change only happens when we are willing to honestly examine ourselves.

Mental health awareness also plays an important role within the campaign surrounding the release. Dreezer has used ‘Delusional’ to open conversations around musicians’ mental health, creative burnout, and self-worth — subjects that remain highly relevant within today’s music industry. The single is being released in aid of Mind, with Dreezer personally donating proceeds for every 1,000 streams alongside a dedicated fundraising page encouraging listeners to get involved and support the charity’s work.

The official lyric video for ‘Delusional’ further amplifies the song’s message, while the forthcoming official music video expands its themes visually through atmospheric and symbolic storytelling focused on identity, isolation, and perception.

Now over a decade into his independent career, Alan Dreezer has quietly built a loyal and organically grown audience through emotional honesty and artistic consistency. Following the releases of LONDON E12 and H E A L E D, this latest chapter represents his most exposed and self-aware work to date. Importantly, many supporters directly contributed toward funding the physical release of the album, highlighting the deep connection that has formed between artist and audience over the years.

With ‘Delusional’ Alan Dreezer delivers more than simply another independent pop release. He offers a deeply human portrait of modern ambition — one that acknowledges the loneliness, contradiction, vulnerability, and resilience involved in continuing to believe in yourself when certainty feels impossible. As anticipation builds for ‘Nothing Changes If Nothing Changes’, the single stands as one of his most honest and emotionally resonant releases to date.

‘Delusional’ is now available across all leading platforms. Why not check out the accompanied video below…

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New Lease Music’s New Music Roundup – 01/06/26

Welcome to NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup, your weekly snapshot of great music from indie and unsigned artists from around the globe.

In this lineup, there are three great artists who aren’t afraid to go beyond the traditional boundaries of Country, Pop, Rock and Grunge, so if this is your thing, it’s definitely worth checking them out! If you like what you hear, give it a thumbs-up below in the comment section.

If you are a indie or an unsigned artist and would like your music featured on the list, send your music links and a short info about the release to submit@newleasemusic.com, with NEW MUSIC ROUNDUP in the subject line.

Thank you for visiting and I hope you enjoy the music!

NEWTON’S FIRST LAW – MADDIE LENHART

MADDIE LENHART‘s latest single ‘Newton’s First Law’ transforms emotional burnout into something immersive and deeply resonant, capturing the feeling of using movement as a survival tactic. Centered around the aching chorus — “I stay in motion / Keep it all going / And run till my lungs give out” — the song explores the exhausting cycle of staying busy just to avoid confronting heartbreak head-on.Blending atmospheric country textures with emotionally driven songwriting, the single pulls influence from Fleetwood Mac and The Chicks while carving out a sound entirely its own.

Newton’s First Law sets the tone for Maddie’s upcoming EP rollout with a sound that feels expansive, emotional, and strikingly self-aware. Check it out below…

BAILEY MARIE – ROCK A BYE BABY

BAILEY MARIE‘s new single, ‘Rock A Bye Baby’ is a bold, cinematic country revenge anthem from Bailey Marie that flips familiar nursery rhymes into a darkly playful story of betrayal, retaliation, and emotional release, channeling the storytelling edge of Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert.

The song opens with Verse 1, setting the narrative in motion: “Mary had a little man / Married for ten, made life plans / Little did she know on Friday nights / He was sleepin’ around with the neighbor’s wife / She had enough of his shit / Lyin’ and cheatin’, promised he’d quit / Mary said this was the last time / And sang him this nursery rhyme.” It immediately establishes heartbreak turning into resolve, as Mary reaches her breaking point.

That leads into the chorus, which transforms a classic nursery rhyme into a sharp breakup statement: “It’s rainin’, it’s pourin’ / The old man is snorin’ / She packed her bags and left / Had enough of his bedtime stories / Rock a bye baby she said pullin’ away / Her ass was gone when he woke the next day / She said see ya later hope you have a good life / Hope the neighbor makes a better wife.” The hook reframes childhood nostalgia into a moment of finality, independence, and revenge-fueled clarity.

‘Rock A Bye Baby’ is out now across all leading music platforms. Check it out below:

KERRIGAN BARRY – THE WORST

KERRIGAN BARRY wastes no time setting the scene with ‘The Worst,’ dropping listeners directly into a chaotic house party: music blasting, energy high, and probably a bathroom sign that reads “don’t do coke.” It’s vivid, a little reckless, and instantly cinematic, pairing perfectly with the track’s punchy pop-rock production and sharp lyrical edge.

“I wrote this song after a guy told my boyfriend I was the worst thing that ever happened to him. This aged well, we are happily engaged to be married this year.”

‘The Worst’ is out now for your pleasure. Why not check it out below…

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