For a 16 year-old, Alice Sungurov has her head screwed on. Exuding her belief that 'life is fun and everything is possible', the teen who was diagnosed with Auditory Processing Disorder at the tender age of 4 has battled her demons to become a teen sensation.
After first releasing 'So Blind', the teen has gained recognition by Red Music, a subsidiary of Sony Music. Second single Broke My Heart is pure pop through and through, filled with determination and a softly-spoken harmonies, the song is easy listening for sure.
With a voice similar to mainstream princess Sara Bareilles, the toe-tapping track tells the story of a tragic break-up, as she reaches out to her audience in a heart-felt, yet empowered way.
For New Yorker Ken Dahl, a passion for songwriting came from an unlikely place. After a suspension from school which resulted in an isolation from all access to technology, he picked up a pen and paper to express his thoughts, experimenting with R'n'B sounds inspired by the likes of Brandy and Toni Braxton.
New single 'Casper' tells the story of internet trolls who, like ghosts, are able to become invisible- his aim is to oust them into public view and put them down for criticising others. His track has a finger-clicking beat, memorable lyrics and a thesis that a large amount of listeners can really connect with.
A honeyed and honed voice, Dahl's fierce attitude and truly unique visage has earned him acclaim by the likes of big time showbiz blogger Perez Hilton.
His video is a sassy feast, as Dahl dons serpentine-esque lipstick with sport luxe attire to out his cyber enemy. The song also holds significant relevance as it relates to the recent phone hackings and leaked celebrity images and it's effect on one's esteem.
Watch out cyber bullies! Ken Dahl is coming for you. Watch the video here:
I've always loved the ethereal charm newcomer BANKS brings to her music, and I was really excited to see the release of her new single Brain after the success of Waiting Game and This is What it Feels Like. With '90s dance influences intertwining with her silky easy-listening lyrics, BANKS has bags of promise.
Providing us with the perfect chill out tune, the video to accompany Brain is shot in black and white and begins with the singer wearing a veil, inset into a circle which appears to be creating ripples.
arty or what.
Rapid kaleidoscopic elements and mirrors are added to create stunning visuals, complimenting her haunting and engrossing vocals that will have you toe-tapping and hitting the repeat button in no time.
"help me, help meee"
"I can see you struggling,boy don't hurt your brain"
The American beauty is currently touring the UK and will be playing at numerous festivals this summer, including Coachella, Lovebox and Longitude. Follow BANKS on Twitter Like her page on Facebook Watch the video below:
