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Macy Rodman Releases a Sugary Single & Music Video “Love Me!”

Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter, artist, and showgirl Macy Rodman announced her newest album Unbelievable Animals, out August 27 via Shamir’s Accidental Popstar Records. The massive, sugary, propulsive sound of the record — confession and heartbreak set to club-ready beats with ‘90s radio rock inflections — is decidedly not the sound of quarantine or isolation. It is the opposite — the sound of reemergence, of rebirth, the return to the dance floor. Liz Phair, Faith Hill, Cher, Madonna, and more heroes of that era spiritually inhabit its tracks, where slick pop production and the sneering punk attitudes of Marianne Faithful and PJ Harvey mingle at the ‘90s New York nightclub.

Premiered on PAPER, the first taste out today is the electro-thumper “Love Me!” single & video. Macy explains: “‘Love Me!’ is about getting back with an ex who you know is bad for you. No matter how poorly they’ve treated you in the past, they keep charming their way back in and you just want them to love you.” She’ll be celebrating with a New York show at C’mon Everybody on July 2.

Moving to New York from remote Juneau, Alaska to initially pursue her dreams in fashion, the underlying trans rage of repressed youth — searching for a space of belonging, reaching through media for escape — becomes a theme of the Brooklyn resident’s work, though her media landscape these days is populated by pop stars and rom coms. Couple this with the absurdism of fantasy, a purposeful schizophrenia of a slew of characters that inhabit her songs, and you get closer to her new album. “The title ‘Unbelievable Animals’ prevailed because while writing the record, I saw my life in past loves laid out in front of like a Discovery Channel special and it made me feel like I wasn’t alone in my feelings. We are all just Unbelievable Animals,” Macy says.

The new record, chopped down to 12 tracks after challenging herself to write 20 songs in 30  days, is therefore a turning point, one that leaves her more vulnerable than ever before. The stakes are higher because it is real in the way her previous work has not been, where personas emerge in order to analyze and get over the breakup that left her reeling. It becomes a balancing act of finding a continuity with her previous work and using this project as the vehicle to recover from the baffling heartbreak, not to mention the conditions of the pandemic. It is a personal risk, but a logical next step for a delightfully unpredictable artist.

Macy creates worlds that are not surreal, but hyperreal — where everything is false so everything is true, where the relativity of truth becomes defined by the ecstatic moment of performance and experience. Evident from the release of first her EP HELP (2016), and subsequent albums The Lake (2017) and Endless Kindness (2019), she forges avenues of escape, works that viscerally grab you, but you can’t believe it’s happening. Much like the films of David Cronenberg, her favorite filmmaker (“long live the new flesh” is tattooed on the inside of her left arm.) But that’s the joy of Macy’s work, the constant turmoil of self discovery that accompanies such a disconnected world, where anyone could see themselves reflected — if only they turn away from the world’s endless hall-of-mirrors long enough to take a look.

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Natalie is a journalism major with a focus on Entertainment and Music who aspires to become a Content Creator For Honk Magazine. Eventually, she wants to be the Publisher or Editor-in-Chief of a major Publishing House. She loves helping people find their voice and passion for writing and journalism, and she can always be found with coffee in hand, editing another article.

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Donna Dafi unveils a fearless pop power move on latest release “Primadonna”

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Donna Dafi’s latest release, “Primadonna,” is an upbeat pop song with beautiful visuals and strong, catchy beats. The track is meant to appeal to people who want to be close to others and feel comfortable. It shows how exciting it is to learn more about yourself and how freeing it is to accept your strength fully. “Primadonna” is clear, purposeful, and very charming from the first beat.

The single, on the Female Pop, Pop Rising, and Viral playlists, has a polished, new, modern, and emotionally powerful sound. Donna Dafi’s method is both complicated and useful, making a sound space where empowerment and accessibility come together. The song has a happy sound that makes people feel good about themselves and lets them stop needing other people’s approval. “Primadonna” is not an attack, it’s a realization that you can love and feel deeply without losing yourself, a sentiment that speaks to today’s generation looking for authenticity in music and life.

The release is especially interesting because it can make you feel both strong and weak at the same time. The song is fun and energetic, but it also carries a personal message that makes it more than just a pop song. It is a song for people learning to speak up for themselves, set limits, and shine in their own way. The dynamic production adds to this message by blending smooth pop sounds with catchy hooks that stick in your head long after the song ends.

“Primadonna” is a song by Donna Dafi that demonstrates how sound can tell a story. The single, with its empowering theme, catchy beat, and polished pop sound, is a sign of personal growth and self-confidence. This song demands attention and encourages people to be confident and step boldly into the spotlight.

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Eylsia turns inner struggle into radiance with latest release “Desert Learns to Shine”

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Eylsia’s powerful new single, “Desert Learns to Shine,” is an emotionally charged anthem about strength, self-confidence, and the quiet strength needed to rise above difficult situations. The song combines a personal confession and a triumphant declaration, capturing the moment when inner light breaks through emotional darkness.

The track is mostly about staying strong even when things are tough. Eylsia makes people very aware of themselves and helps them find strength in their weaknesses. The picture of the desert learning to shine is both clear and meaningful. It reminds us that even the most barren places can grow when they are full of hope and bravery.

This release is especially interesting because it makes you think. Eylsia thinks that listening to her inner voice and letting it guide her will make her stronger. This deep conversation makes the song feel very personal, prompting people to think, breathe, and reconnect with their feelings. The result is a song that feels personal yet easy for everyone to relate to.

The song is full of feeling, and each part shows what it’s like to get over past pain. Eylsia turns tears into things that help you grow and sadness into progress. “Desert Learns to Shine” has a deep emotional impact because it is so real. This one tells you how to keep going and find yourself. Eylsia reminds us that even when things are calm, we are getting stronger. “Desert Learns to Shine” isn’t just a song, it’s a message of hope, strength, and the power of believing in yourself.

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