by Jane Lambert

Zoey Madison’s New Single “love like you” is a Summer Slow Burn Worth Stopping For

Zoey Madison’s new single love like you doesn’t try to compete with the seasonal noise of summer playlists, and that’s why it stands out. While much of the current pop landscape leans into upbeat, sun drenched production, Madison offers us a grounded piano led ballad.

Built around a simple but expressive piano motif, the song introduces Madison’s vocal in an uncluttered space. And there is much clarity to the musical arrangement too which feels intentional from the outset. Instead of rushing into a hook or chasing a beat, love like you reveals itself in a more subtle way, allowing emotion and instrumentation to build in tandem.

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Producer, mixer and co-writer Matt Chiaravalle shapes love like you with a song first approach, and guides its evolution from intimate piano sketch to a sweeping, string-laden ballad without losing any of its emotion. Charlie Paxson on drums adds a subtle momentum without disrupting the song’s intimacy, while the inclusion of live strings featuring Dave Eggar on cello and Ada Pasternack on violin expands the emotional scope more.

At the centre of it all are Madison’s stunning vocals. Possessing both technical control and a natural sense of phrasing, she resists the temptation to over perform, although with her power she certainly could, but here the space and silence allows her to rise into more powerful moments. The song doesn’t require additional embellishment to prove its impact.

love like you isn’t a “summer song” in the conventional sense as there are no glossy hooks built for poolside playlists or immediate radio hooks. It does sound like the kind of track that stays outside of trends. A piano ballad rewards listeners who give it time.

There’s also a strong sense of storytelling running through the performance. The layered vocals add depth without much clutter, and reinforce the song’s central theme of connection without going into melodrama.

Recorded between Flux Studios and Mercy Sound in New York’s East Village and mastered by Joe Lambert, love like you carries a polished production finish that leans into warmth, space and dynamic movement. A reminder that simplicity when handled with care, is far more powerful than pure excess.

Zoey Madison may be an emerging name in pop, but love like you definitely suggests an artist with a clear sense of direction. She is building atmosphere, emotion and longevity into her sound and this piano ballad is ultimately more enduring.

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12.24.25

by Jane Lambert

ellakate’s “What Fun” Is the Sound of Taking Your Power Back

Some songs hit hardest not because they are loud, but because they name a feeling you’ve been living with quietly.

ellakate’s “What Fun” does exactly that. Dark, moody and quietly self-assured, the Atlanta based artist delivers a song that is less like a performance and more like a late night realization finally taking shape.

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“What Fun” explores the emotional whiplash of a volatile relationship. The kind where you start shrinking yourself to keep the peace, second guessing your instincts and replaying conversations long after they end.

ellakate captures that headspace with a striking atmosphere. Her vocals are calm but weighted, as if she is already tired of explaining herself and the understated production gives the song room to breathe without losing its edge.

What makes the track especially resonant is how relatable it feels. This isn’t heartbreak dressed up for drama. It is the slow unraveling of clarity and the quiet relief that comes with recognizing it. The song taps into themes that many people, particularly women, know well – gaslighting, emotional fatigue and the moment you realize your voice deserves space again.

There’s a polished coolness to “What Fun,” but never at the expense of honesty. It’s the kind of song that fits perfectly into a solo drive, a reflective morning routine or the exact moment you decide you’re done accepting less than you deserve.

With “What Fun,” ellakate positions herself as an artist unafraid to sit in uncomfortable truths and turn them into something empowering.

About ellakate

ellakate is an Atlanta based singer songwriter with music that blends alt pop melodies with raw, lyric driven storytelling. Raised in a musical household, and currently a student at the University of Notre Dame where she also fences competitively, she channels her own experiences with mental health, identity and resilience into songs that are full of truth and vulnerability.

Channeling influences from Billie Eilish to Fiona Apple, ellakate is creating music that is bold, romantic and cheekily relatable. She is a fresh, authentic voice in today’s pop landscape. Whether she’s on stage, in the studio or sharing glimpses of her life online, ellakate builds space for honesty and connection through music.

For fans of emotionally charged alt pop ellakate is an artist to watch.

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12.04.25

by Jane Lambert

A Midnight Confession from KiTe with “I See You Cryin'”

KiTe’s new single, “I See You Cryin’,” is the kind of song that slips into your evening without asking permission. It’s gentle, and there is no big dramatic punch or sweeping climax but instead just this steady, slow ache that settles in and doesn’t leave.

The production is the first thing that grabs you, mostly because it is sparse in a really intentional way, like he cleared out everything unnecessary so the emotion could hang in the air.

Soft chords, a pulse of a beat and KiTe’s voice sitting right in the middle of it is all just enough to hold the feeling in place without crowding it.

And his voice is understated, almost conversational at times. He is not trying to show off but is just telling the truth the way you do at 1 a.m. when you are too tired to perform for anyone.

What gives the song its atmosphere is how naturally it came together. KiTe said the melody just arrived. This effortlessness shows because the whole track has a dreamlike quality, inspired by a film about unrequited love that stuck with him emotionally. It makes sense – “I See You Cryin'” is almost like a half remembered story you are trying to piece back together.

The simplicity of the song works in its favor. It manages to capture that strange mix of wanting to comfort someone while quietly realizing that you have lost them already. It’s a lonely feeling.

There’s a touch of influence from artists like Keshi and DEAN, but KiTe is very much carving out his own lane. His sound is cleaner, a bit more airy and a lot more emotionally up close.

“I See You Crying'” is just honest. And it succeeds in this. If KiTe keeps leaning into this softer, more introspective side of his writing, he is going to build a catalogue of songs that stay with the listener.

About KiTe

KiTe is a Singapore born, Melbourne based R&B/Pop artist with a talent for turning small, intimate moments into spacious atmospheric songs. He started producing music at sixteen from a dining table setup, long before he left his engineering studies to pursue music full-time.

KiTe is influenced by artists like Keshi, ASTN, DEAN and Bryson Tiller. When he’s not releasing his own work, he is writing and producing for others – even pitching songs for K-pop groups. With each release, he sharpens a sound that feels both contemporary and quietly timeless.

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11.07.25

by Jane Lambert

Theatre Meets Pop Perfection in Ian Ward’s “Ocean Eyes”

With “Ocean Eyes,” Ian Ward delivers a solid cinematic slice of pop. The track develops like a memory which is soft at first, reflective and tender, before swelling into a chorus that hits with grandeur. It’s the kind of song that sneaks up on you and reveals its depth in layers.

Built on shimmering synths, echoing guitars and Ward’s commanding voice, “Ocean Eyes” captures the bittersweet space between heartbreak and healing.

Each lyric feels lived in as if he is narrating a scene from real life. When his falsetto breaks through in the chorus, it is fragile and soaring and is a rare balance of polish and authenticity that wants you to listen on repeat.

Ward has described the song as “the bridge between my Broadway theatricality and the pop stage,” and thats exactly how it feels. It’s intimate storytelling told on a wide screen. This is in the way that “Ocean Eyes explores the pull of memory which is the quiet moment when someone’s face suddenly drifts into focus long after you thought you had moved on.

“Theatre trained me to tell stories through other people’s words … my original music lets me tell my own.”

“Ocean Eyes” is a moment of emotional honesty captured in motion. It reminds us that love does not always end cleanly. Sometimes, it lingers soft and shimmering, like light reflecting on water.

About Ian Ward

Ian Ward is a Brooklyn based singer songwriter, actor and creative entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in the entertainment industry.

He made his professional theatre debut at just eight years old and has since performed on Broadway, toured internationally, appeared on television and film and even earned a Golden Ticket on American Idol.

As a songwriter, Ward layers pop melodies with a rock edge and the depth of a Broadway vocalist. His debut EP One Shot displays his soulful voice and fearless storytelling, echoing his belief in taking chances and living boldly.

Ward is the founder of Mutual Street Entertainment and Hitmaker Collective, where he mentors emerging songwriters and helps artists to develop their creative vision. Having collaborated with icons like Idina Menzel, Pat Benatar, Kristen Bell, Sir Tim Rice and Ryan Murphy, Ward is creating and inspiring one song, one story and one unforgettable performance at a time.

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10.29.25

by Jane Lambert

KiTe Turns Reflection into Art on “Shadows”

The Singapore born, Melbourne based artist delivers a tender and cinematic RnB moment that explores what lingers when love fades.

On “Shadows,” KiTe proves that restraint can be its own kind of power. The Singapore born, Melbourne based R&B and pop artist strips things back to the essentials with a gentle beat, hazy guitar textures and a voice that sounds like it’s caught somewhere between a dream and a memory.

This is a track that you will want to play on repeat just to catch the details you missed the first time.

“Shadows” unfolds slowly, like light seeping through half-drawn blinds. KiTe’s vocals are smooth and his phrasing carries an emotion that is intriguing. When he murmurs lines about love’s lingering ghosts, you can almost see the late night streets, the flicker of neon and the empty spaces that once felt full.

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“Shadows” sits in that sweet spot between R&B sensuality and minimalist pop. The production feels handcrafted with each layer adding on to the next, and a slow burning atmosphere building. What makes this track stand out is how KiTe leans into vulnerability, and turns solitude into something more cinematic in structure.

KiTe is emerging as a promising new voice in modern R&B. And he is an artist who understands that connection is not build on perfection per se, but on presence. This is music for the moments in between, for the long drives, quiet nights and the spaces where reflection becomes its own kind of comfort.

About KiTe

Singapore born and Melbourne based, KiTe is a rising R&B / Pop artist who beings smooth and soulful melodies together with early 2000’s inspired emotion.

Influenced by Keshi, ASTN, DEAN, Junny, and Bryson Tiller, his music balances contemporary production with timeless sentiment.

A former engineering student turned now full time musician, KiTe began producing at sixteen from a simple dining table setup. His journey from Mando Pop singing contests, where he earned a Top 5 finish, to performing live and writing for other artists including K-pop groups, has shaped his signature sound.

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10.17.25

by Jane Lambert

A Star in the Making – Zoey Madison Glows on Her Debut EP “Electric”

At just 17, Zoey Madison’s debut EP Electric bursts with the kind of energy that only comes from someone discovering the full power of her voice. It’s bright, emotional and impeccably crafted but what really stands out is Zoey herself – a powerhouse vocalist with a four octave range.

The title track, “Electric” sets the tone with a burst of shimmering pop that captures the dizzy rush of new love and the desire to make it last forever. There’s a touch of cinematic romance in the lyrics, a nod to Romeo and Juliet and a pulse of teenage recklessness but it’s all grounded by Zoey’s voice. She sings with a sincerity which, for any artist is a tricky balance let alone one at the very beginning of their career.

From there, she takes listeners deeper. “Scars” is the emotional centerpiece. It’s a sweeping ballad that strips everything back and lets Zoey’s voice carry the story. Opening with the haunting line “Be gentle, I bruise easily,” the song builds to an almost cinematic release, closing with a whistle tone.

“Move” lightens the mood with its more laid back groove and glowing guitar textures. This is the kind of song that is like summer in motion – a gentle push towards joy and possibility. Zoey calls it “a reminder to take action and embrace happiness”, and you can hear this spirit when she sings “I’m no longer seeing in blue, I’ve got technicolor dreams coming true.”

The EP closes with “Lullabies,” which is a soft, introspective track. It’s about holding on to love that’s already slipped away, and it shows a different side of Zoey – quieter and more restrained. The harmonies swell and shimmer, wrapping around her voice.

Electric may be Zoey Madison’s first project, but it is truly a statement of her talent. She is not chasing trends or hiding behind production; she is leading with emotion, honesty and a voice that refuses to be ignored.

Whether she’s belting out joy or whispering heartbreak, there’s an undeniable spark running through everything she sings.

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