It’s been a while since we’ve had an edition of Featured Females Friday, not for a lack of amazing new music but busy with the holidays and family stuff. So we’re starting it back up today and hopefully we’ll be able to continue bringing you some featured females every Friday going forward.Amazing week for new music this week. We’ve hand picked 5 hot new releases that we hope will get stuck in your head for the next week plus we’ll feature the brand new music video from Kalsey Kulyk for her single “Roll With It”.
MacKenzie Porter – “Hand In My Pocket”
Mackenzie Porter performs at Cavendish Beach Music Festival
Kicking things off is Medicine Hat Alberta native, JUNO and CCMA Nominee, MacKenzie Porter. Porter had an amazing year in 2019 reaching number one on the Canadian country charts with her singles “These Days” and “About You” and is showing no signs of slowing down as we head into 2020. Today sees the release of The Loft Sessions which includes a cover of Alanis Morrisette’s “Hand In My Pocket” that you just have to hear…so we’re featuring it this week. Check it out below.
Karli June – “Say Too Much”
Karli June performing at Boots and Hearts 2018 in Oro Medonte @ Burl’s Creek. Photo: CJ
Waterloo, Ontario based Karli June makes her debut today with her new single “Say Too Much”. The song was co-written by Francesca ‘Francci’ Richard, Hailey Collier (Betty Who, David Guetta), and Scott Chesak, (All American Rejects, Panic At The Disco, Weezer), who also produced the track. Chesak is best known as the keyboard player in multi-platinum selling band, All American Rejects. ‘Say Too Much’ is a powerful, foot stomping, summer anthem that communicates a positive, empowering message, relatable to anyone struggling to remain true to themselves while being open to others in life and in love. Karli was a finalist in the 2018 edition of the Boots and Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase. Listen to “Say Too Much” below:
Katie Pruitt – “Grace Has A Gun”
KATIE PRUITT
It’s the second time Katie has landed on our Friday feature. She was previously featured for her single “Out of the Blue” last November. She’s back with a fresh new single “Grace Has a Gun” which will lead to her album release next month. If you haven’t yet you must give Katie a listen, there’s just something about her voice. Both songs we’ve featured are different but yet equally amazing. Check out “Grace Has A Gun” below.
Taylor Grey – “Complic8ed”
Taylor Grey Press Photo (credit @jennicamaephoto)
After a remarkable 2019, Taylor Grey doesn’t plan to waste any time or slow down any momentum in the new year. The American Songstress brings in 2020 with the release of her brand new single “COMPLIC8ED,” via Kobalt Music Group.
The upbeat indie-pop dance single, COMPLIC8ED, was produced by Imad Royal; a new collaborator for the singer/songwriter and one-hell-of a pairing. The self-penned song showcases Taylor’s strong song writing skills and her maturing growth as a recording artist, while the melodious production perfectly harmonizes Taylor’s euphonious vocals.
Taylor sheds some insight on the new release, sharing that “COMPLIC8ED is the response for that all too common of a statement, ‘I don’t want to make things complicated’ but sometimes, you DO want to make things complicated, you want to give a forbidden/unknown love a chance. You want to go for it!” She continues to share on how she started writing COMPLIC8ED, saying “it started after a weird encounter that occurred between me and a friend of mine, who I had a crush on for a while.” and that what sparked the initial inspiration was “Stay Awake” by Dean Lewis, she continues to say, “I was listening to the song while driving (shortly after the friend encounter) and started humming along with a different melody, then it just clicked and I had to pull over to start writing down the song forming inside my head.” PRNEWSWire
Cassiøpeia – “Moonlight”
Cassiøpeia is a Canadian singer/songwriter/composer/multi-instrumentalist. Her unique sound of Dream Indie / Alt-pop is dusted with influences of soft jazz progressions and moody melodies. Cassiøpeia’s vocal style is distinct and recognizable. Her breathy, hypnotic tone captures listeners as genres melt together. Her creative, elegant vibe and artistry is displayed through her appearance, musical talents and performances. As the Winning Artist of CTV’s hit show “The Launch Season 2”; she wowed the mentors/judges, grabbing the attention of Grammy award winner Ryan Tedder. Her poise, professionalism and quiet confidence was evident and constant; while working in studio with Tedder. Cassiøpeia’s hit song “Better” reached #3 in Canada, landing a spot on Top 40 Radio for 12 weeks. Cassiøpeia; named after a constellation, is a rising star to watch.
Cassiøpeia is kicking off 2020 with a new single “Moonlight” which she describes is about falling in love, romantic moments and dreaming with your eyes open.
Kalsey Kaluk -Roll With It (Official Music Video)
Girl Power Playlist
For all of these singles and many many more be sure to check out our Girl Power Playlist. It’s updated regularly and features some of the most talented female musicians and vocalists from around the world.
