Casey McQuillen’s single “Better” arrives not with a bang, but with the quiet, decisive click of a well-made lock securing a door. It’s pop music, certainly, groomed and gleaming, yet beneath the surface bubbles a fierce kind of self-possession that’s less about demanding attention and more about curating who gets past the velvet rope of your own contentment. Coming from someone known for empowerment...

We are pleased to introduce you to Mathea-Mari, a 24-year-old pop musician from Norway who creates flawless music. Mathea-Mari has never wavered from being a voice worth listening to, and her captivating melodies and real vulnerability prove it once again. This cheerful pop song is perfect for the summer because it is full of energy and enthusiasm. It's full of positive energy, infectious, and bouncy. The catchy...