Artist Spotlight
Vella Soars Into a New Era With Empowering Pop Anthem “Freedom”
Vella’s newest single, “Freedom,” serves as a defiant soul-stirrer, reminding us that sometimes the most courageous thing one can do is break free and reclaim who we are.
Co-written and produced by superpower pair Will Simms and Carl Ryden, “Freedom” is a statement. A victorious, emotionally charged anthem gripping the yo-yoing feeling of both weight and liberation felt when stepping out of a chapter that you can’t seem to shake. There, right from the first few seconds, is the anticipation, the tension, and then the breakthrough: a voice, Vella’s voice, clear, bold.
The production is both clean and raw, with a genuine feel. Swelling behind the lyrics, which can feel raw and personal or universal, are layers of synth and rhythmic percussion. It’s in the chorus, though, where “Freedom” lives up to its name, anthemic, powerful, and unmistakable. Vella’s voice lands like a punch, the resonance of one who’s not just survived something, but is poised to soar beyond it.
“Freedom to me is leaving a place to be able to spread your wings,” Vella wrote in a post sharing the song online. And she means every word. It’s one thing to be technically proficient in your delivery; it’s quite another to be felt. You can hear the breakage, the courage, and the clarity of someone who’s been through it and come out glowing.
After the crushing emotional lows of tracks like “All My Love,” “Rumors,” and “I See Red,” this new single feels like a natural ascent in Vella’s story, a turning point. And for followers who’ve watched her from her early TikTok days to now, “Freedom” feels like a joint triumph.
Valdes, or Vella, as the 21-year-old calls herself, is another woman making space for herself in music, allowing her and others to sing something that matters, not just something that sounds pretty. “Freedom” is a mirror for anyone willing to bust out and rise.
Artist Spotlight
Cali Tucker Unwraps Christmas Magic With Her New EP “Santa Baby”
Cali Tucker is back in the spotlight this season with “Santa Baby,” a beautifully made holiday EP that captures the heart, warmth, and timeless glow of Christmas classics. Cali is known for singing the National Anthem at NASCAR’s Pennzoil 400 in front of 80,000 fans and more than three million people at home. She brings the same powerful presence and emotional depth to this holiday project.
“Santa Baby” is a great holiday release for music lovers, bloggers, and new artist discovery sites. It has six tracks and lasts 20 minutes. It mixes nostalgia with Cali’s signature smooth vocals. Each song shows off her talent, but “O Holy Night” and “The Christmas Song” are two that stand out as favorites. Both performances show off her range, control, and ability to bring classic songs into modern emotional spaces without losing their original charm.
“O Holy Night” stands out as the EP’s spiritual center, with a glowing performance full of dynamics, warmth, and a cinematic stillness that draws people in. Cali gives the song both respect and a unique touch, breathing new life into a well-known hymn. “The Christmas Song,” on the other hand, makes you feel like you’re sitting next to a fire. It’s soft, heartfelt, and full of stories that make you feel nostalgic. Cali’s voice flows effortlessly through every note, making it impossible not to feel the magic of the season.
The whole EP flows easily and has a mix of fun sparkle, soulful warmth, and classic Christmas music. “Santa Baby” is the perfect song for the season, whether people are making holiday playlists, looking for new Christmas music, or discovering new vocal talents. This EP adds a new but familiar sound to today’s holiday music scene. It has a comforting feel and is easy to listen to repeatedly.
Artist Spotlight
Kalpee Honors Heritage and Heart on His Emotion-Rich New EP Dougla Boi
Kalpee is back with Dougla Boi, a beautiful new EP that is both personal and powerful. It gives listeners a close look at the layers of identity, heritage, and emotion that make him who he is. The Trinidad and Tobago artist is confident in his own space, which is rooted in New Calypso and polished with hints of dancehall, R&B, and afrobeats. In this space, genre bends, but emotion leads.
Named after the Trinidadian word for someone of mixed African and Indian heritage, Dougla Boi is honest, proud, and warm about the complexities of culture. Kalpee opens a window into the dualities that define him across six tracks, turning personal truth into universal resonance. The EP is just under 19 minutes long, but every second is carefully planned to take listeners on a journey through courage, joy, healing, and the quiet strength that comes from accepting all parts of yourself.
The first single, “Under,” stands out right away for its calming yet emotionally charged experience. Kalpee’s voice flows over a beat that sounds both new and old, fitting the EP’s theme of bringing cultures together. It’s one of the best examples of how he can mix soft and hard sounds, which is what makes his New Calypso sound so unique.
“Everybody,” which features Full Blown, is another excellent song that has already done very well. It has a happy vibe and an infectious bounce, making it one of the EP’s most replayable songs. “Everybody” captures the spirit of community and shared experience, which is what Kalpee means when he says that identity is not a box but a rhythm.
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