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Australia-based Singer and Songwriter, Karen Harding Releases Cover Single, ‘Not About Angels’
Following her first acoustic cover release, ‘Brave’, in April 2022, Melbourne, Australia-based singer-songwriter, Karen Harding is releasing her second cover single and sixth overall single release, ‘Not About Angels’ on Friday 27th May 2022. Self-recorded, mixed, and produced by Karen Harding, her cover of Birdy’s ‘Not About Angels’ focuses on the simplicity of twinkling piano lines, subtle string highlights, and raw and emotive, yet haunting ethereal vocals.
“’Not About Angels’ has always meant a lot to me. Lyrically, the song is ambiguous, however to me it represents the space, or limbo between holding onto something, or someone, you love from your past and taking the step towards something for your future. Sometimes, we long to hang on to those things that we love, but those things can often hold us back from moving forward to amazing things that the future holds for us.” – Karen Harding
Music has always been a part of Karen’s life, beginning piano lessons at the age of 6 and singing lessons at 14. She has played at many cafes and bars around the northeastern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia, in a combination of a solo, duo, and band performances, that have contributed to the sound that you hear today.
Building her repertoire, with 5 single releases under her belt and an upcoming EP in the works, Karen has been steadily growing her following and name, having won the November 2021 Bendigo Bank sponsored Independent Songwriter Talent Show on Radio Eastern FM in Melbourne, Australia, for her single, ‘Anxiety’, Top 10 winner for the World Songwriting Awards, for her single, ‘Something Special’ and a nominee for Best International Artist on Crags Radio Independent Artist Awards in February 2022.
Karen Harding’s music has also had recent attention and plays on Bree Noble’s ‘Women of Substance’ podcast, online radio shows including ‘Good Music Radio’, ‘DTong Radio’, ‘382 Radio’, ‘Eagles Nest Radio’, and ‘Oz Now Radio’ and has been gaining attention through her plays on local Australian community radio.
Stay tuned for Karen Harding’s upcoming debut EP release, due to be announced over the coming months.
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Heartwish makes a better place out of resilience on latest release “Better Place”
With “Better Place,” HEARTWISH delivers a moving melodic rock statement beyond the strong instrumentation, taking on a message the world can really relate to. Uncertainty becomes determination on a track topped with soaring guitars and anthemic melodies and a chorus that echoes long after the music fades. HEARTWISH has found hope in every musical pinnacle rather than despair, reminding listeners that hard times are only temporary and that hope finds its voice. What you get is an emotionally charged anthem that fuses heartfelt storytelling with the big energy of today’s melodic rock.
At its heart, “Better Place” is about facing the realities of broken dreams, fear, and division without ever giving in to them. The song depicts people seeking strength in uncertain times, yet always pointing to unity as the answer. Its inspiring progression echoes that journey, letting the music grow with its core message. Each chorus is a call to hope that real change begins with people choosing compassion over division.
What makes this release especially memorable is its unrelenting optimism. HEARTWISH is not just a catchy rock anthem; it is a call for courage, empathy, and collective action. “Better Place” is a reminder that no matter how dark the night, the light will shine through, and every act of kindness helps make the world a better place. It’s an inspiring release that marries melodic power with a timeless reminder that, together, we can make the world a better place.
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Artist Spotlight
Henry Desira returns with renewed purpose on latest release “hopeful forever”
Henry Desira’s “Forever Hopeful” is a meaningful return to songwriting, a deeply personal release rooted in reflection, perseverance, and emotional honesty. Rather than sugar-coating life’s difficulties with simple optimism, the song embraces uncertainty and emphasizes the subtle resilience that enables us to carry on. It’s more than a return; it’s a creative renaissance after a difficult time away from music due to mental health issues.
“Forever Hopeful” is a heartfelt song. The song is about the fact that there is still hope even when things seem too big. Henry Desira doesn’t make life seem easy, but rather embraces the complexities of life and reminds the listener that difficult moments don’t negate the possibility of brighter days ahead. That balanced view gives the track a comforting authenticity, making its message of uplift feel earned rather than idealized.
Forever Hopeful is a creative return that packs a bigger emotional punch than its title suggests. It speaks to the courage it takes to start over, to find inspiration again, to transmute personal adversity into something of value. The song becomes a personal milestone and a hopeful reminder that healing is seldom immediate, but progress is possible. Henry Desira’s latest release hits deep for being vulnerable and resilient at the same time, an honest offering of hope that sticks around long after the music stops.
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