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Premiere: Andy Keels Reveals A Unique Fusion Of Indie, Pop & Rock On Debut Single “Dead To Me”

Surrey, UK-native actor and singer-songwriter Andy Keels is releasing an astonishing debut single “Dead To Me,” and setting the tone for what is coming next for the very promising artist.

Recorded ar German Studios in New York with Grammy nominated engineer and producer Dave Rowland (Kanye West, The Killers, John Legend, Justin Bieber, Post Malone, “Dead To Me” reveals Andy Keels’ talent to the world, as well as his abilities and intuitions to organically merge indie, pop, and rock, with raw and rocky undertones throughout. Andy Keels is British but he currently resides in New York City, a city that fuels his creativity and inspiration. 

“Dead To Me” is sonically uplifting and bursting with a high energy from start to finish despite the lyrics that see Keels writing about betrayal and major disappointment with one of his closest friends. He finds inspiration from real life situations that had an emotional or meaningful impact on him, through the people he met, the stories he heard, and the places he’s been to. 

A versatile man, Keels got started with singing and writing music when he was at secondary school. Since the beginning, Andy was really hungry to learn, improve, and perform whenever he could. Andy Keels is also an actor who has appeared in commercials, short and feature length films, including, 211, with Nicolas Cage. Inspired by Boys to Men and songwriter and producer Max Martin (NSYNC), Andy Keels quickly found his way of writing pop songs.  Ray Charles, Elvis, Stevie Wonder, Johnny Cash, Kurt Cobain, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Oasis, are also among the iconic bands that have influenced Andy’s approach towards music.  

“Dead To Me” is a song off his upcoming EP Fifteen Years, and is a powerful first taste of his immense potential, as a storyteller who lives to create the world in his songs with both the music and the lyrics. “Whether it’s an upbeat, feelgood song, a slower emotive song, or, something in between, I want people to connect with it for their own reasons, and enjoy it”. “Having struggled with mental health for many years, music has always been my therapy and, thankfully, I’ve been able to channel the highs and lows into my songwriting”. 

Have a listen to this incredible mixture of indie-pop and indie-rock below, and make sure to follow Andy Keels on Instagram for the latest updates & releases. 

 

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AMillionForever Captivates Hearts with Soulful New Single “Show Me”

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AMillionForever releases “Show Me” from his new project Solace Part One, a track that exudes raw emotion and the complexity of R&B storytelling. The song distils the feelings of connection, longing and vulnerability through rich production and impassioned vocal delivery.

“Show Me” is a slow burner that reveals itself as an interior ballad, close and quietly powerful and tender with confidence. There’s a layered harmony, an easy rhythm and mentorship in this heartfelt rendering that has an old-school sheen but enough contemporary edge. Every lyric seems like a confession shrouded in melody.

“On Its Face” Series Image Part of what makes “Show Me” special is its sincerity. Love is emotional honesty, the desire to be seen, understood and cherished. The production reinforces this fragility, so AMillionForever’s voice is able to really stand out without the distraction of too much instrumentation.

A highlight from Solace Part One, “Show Me” is a reminder of why there has never been a shortage of emotion in R&B. AMillionForever relates, drawing you in to his soulful broodings.

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Why Rihanna’s Return to Music in 2025 Is the Comeback of the Decade

The effect of Rihanna’s rapturous music return in 2025. Nearly 10 years after her last studio album, Anti, the Barbadian superstar is ready to make her mark on the world again. Rihanna’s previous album, 2016’s Anti, revealed her diversity; the singer established herself as a global mega-star. Since then, fans have been clamoring for new music, with the elusive “R9” a touchstone of speculation and hope. Rihanna has teased her return over the years, stating that she believes in quality over quantity. Previous attempts didn’t capture her evolution, so she’s starting again and ensuring that whatever she does next is authentic.

In interviews, Rihanna stated that her new album will be genre-fluid, a testament to her growth as an artist. She has worked with everyone from Billie Eilish, a cross-genre bridge if there is ever one. That makes for an exciting sound that is both familiar and yet has the potential to be something altogether new.

Among the most anticipated events in 2025 is Rihanna’s headline show at the Glastonbury Festival. This is her first time performing at the iconic festival. Get ready for her triumphant return to the stage! There are also plans for a London residency at the London Stadium, meaning her fans are in for multiple chances to catch her live. These performances are anticipated to be extravagant spectacles, marrying her musical skills with her theatrical talent.

Rihanna has had a busy few years away from music. She has grown her Fenty brand, disrupting the beauty and fashion industries with her commitment to diversity and innovation. Her businesses have not only helped cement her as a business mogul but also shifted her artistic vision. So, all the experiences and advancements she made through her entrepreneurship will be reflected in her new music and provide some context.

Rihanna’s return is a cultural event. She is a fashion, beauty, and social activist. Expect her following projects to be multifaceted and blend entertainment and empowerment. Coming back into the music scene after ten years away, she carries with her a decade of experiences, insights, and evolution under her belt: art that is personal, raw, and resonates on numerous different levels.

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Come, but Hail Rihanna, the iconic Slow Return of 2025, the hallowed return of music, the redefinition of royalty, the ever-snapping finger of Kend Thryst Vince. She is you in so many ways, so her authenticity, herself as a mega force, gives expectations beyond the music industry that can be had. So, as fans globally eagerly anticipate her upcoming music and concert appearances, one thing’s clear. Rihanna’s return is the defining musical event of the decade.

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