In the ancient world, purple was originally the colour reserved for the imperial families of Rome, Persia and Egypt and while it’s no longer elitist, there’s still something special to be had to the red-meets-blue hue. Our Purple Pop selection showcases the most luxurious, beautiful and unmissable pop music finds for our ears to yours.
Our Purple Pop playlist begins on an intimate, vulnerable and cinematic note with Savanna Leigh’s stunning new single ‘tightrope’. Rooted in violin and acoustic guitar, the track delicately unravels the pain of a best-friend breakup, capturing the nuance of platonic love with remarkable honesty. Savanna’s lyrical storytelling shines, gradually building toward a soaring crescendo that lingers long after the song ends. Accompanying the music video, the music video filmed entirely on 16mm in London heightens the song’s emotional weight while honoring her personal narrative. As part of her upcoming EP, titled for your entertainment, ‘tightrope’ cements Savanna Leigh as one of Nashville’s most compelling voices in folk-pop storytelling.
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After more than a decade away from solo releases, Diana Vickers makes a triumphant return with the deliciously vibrant pop anthem ‘Ice Cream’. Produced by Dee Adams and James Earp, the track is a smooth, synth-laden bop, dripping with sass and playful energy. It’s a perfect summer anthem for “the gays, the girlies,” and anyone in need of a feel-good escape. The song brilliantly nods to her early career while winking knowingly at a new, unfiltered era of pop. With ‘Ice Cream’, Diana reclaims her identity, unapologetic and entirely on her own terms, ready to lead the summer party.
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After years of circulating as internet folklore, LIZ and SOPHIE’s long-mythologized collaboration ‘SUNSCREEN’ finally surfaces and it’s every bit worth the wait. Radiant yet experimental, the track shimmers with glossy pop textures while grounding itself in SOPHIE’s unmistakable futuristic production. LIZ’s airy vocals float effortlessly, marrying nostalgia with forward-thinking edge. Completed with SOPHIE’s brother Benny Long and engineer Suzy Shinn, the release feels both a tribute and a rebirth—honoring SOPHIE’s legacy while ushering LIZ into a bold new chapter. Shot in Mykonos, the visual only deepens its dreamlike aura, sealing ‘SUNSCREEN’ as a cult classic fully realized at last.
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Australian alt-pop artist Yorke delivers a standout track with ‘airplane mode’, the new single anchoring her unfinished business deluxe EP. The infectious indie-pop song dives into a pulsating, dark pop world, exploring the relatable desire to tap out and feel numb to life’s emotional overwhelm. Produced by Lucky West, the track’s dynamic sound serves as the perfect introduction to the EP’s journey of navigating life in your twenties. It’s a sophisticated and fearless release that cements Yorke’s status as one of Australia’s most promising young stars.
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Written for Drew Schueler’s wife, ‘Burden’ is a heartfelt pop ballad that balances intimacy with soaring emotion. The track tenderly affirms unconditional love in the face of anxiety, offering comfort rather than judgment. Drew’s polished vocals shine against a lush, contemporary production that builds with restraint before delivering a powerful, resonant chorus. His strength as both a songwriter and producer is evident—every lyric feels purposeful, every note intentional. Following his NSAI Song Contest win, ‘Burden’ positions Drew Schueler as an artist ready for a breakout moment, proving he can craft music that’s both deeply personal and universally moving.
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Sara Ángel’s acoustic rendition of ‘what’s love?‘ strips her pop-forward sound down to its emotional core, revealing the raw vulnerability at the heart of her songwriting. With nothing but her voice and minimal accompaniment, the performance feels intimate and confessional, as though she’s singing directly to the listener. The lyrics reflect on a love that slipped away and these hit harder in this bare form, allowing Sara’s delicate yet powerful vocals to shine. It’s a cathartic and deeply human take, showcasing her ability to balance polish with authenticity. This version proves Sara Ángel is more than a rising TikTok star, she’s a storyteller with soul.
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Pop sensation Maya Kuriel captures the magic of a perfect summer night in her latest single ‘World Spinning’. The track opens with dreamy vocals before exploding into a pulsating bass drop, creating an intoxicating mix of nostalgia and exhilarating freedom. The soaring chorus and relatable lyrics about late-night memories and fleeting highs make it an undeniable anthem. Maya’s blend of emotional depth and fun, with lines like “lately I’m falling to pieces… maybe it’s all that I needed,” showcases her hauntingly emotional vocal delivery and genre-blurring storytelling.
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With Welsh-language single ‘Cwlwm Cariad,’ Eve Goodman and SERA deliver a hauntingly intimate piece that distills the fragility of love into pure sound. Stripped of guitars and percussion, the song relies on a single upright piano and the duo’s intertwining voices, creating a raw, almost sacred atmosphere. Inspired by a type of moth colloquially called True Lover’s Knot the track captures passion’s peril – its beauty, intensity, and self-destructive edge. Recorded at Wild End Studio with Colin Bass, ‘Cwlwm Cariad’ feels both delicate and powerful, a testament to the duo’s synergy and their shared bond with nature. It’s a luminous second offering from their upcoming album Natur.
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In his new single ‘Like You’, Lerocque delivers a high-energy dance-pop track with a story as unique as the artist himself. The song, which he describes as commercial alt-pop, chronicles a surprisingly romantic tale of meeting his now-wife after a “small illegal act”, as he puts it, involving a stolen bike. The track is a powerful testament to finding love in unexpected places. With its infectious beat and personal, almost nerdy, storytelling, ‘Like You’ is an unforgettable bop that perfectly captures the unpredictable, joyous nature of life.
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Burning with raw honesty, transforming heartbreak into resilience, ‘Fire to Ash’ is the brilliant new single from Alyssa Caroline. Flickering between fragility and strength, the track’s cinematic production and soaring melodies mirror the emotional volatility of toxic love. Alyssa’s voice, equal parts vulnerable and defiant, carries lyrics that cut deep while offering hope in their honesty. It’s a song about letting go when the flame has already died, and in doing so, reclaiming self-worth. Both heart-wrenching and empowering, ‘Fire to Ash’ cements Alyssa Caroline’s reputation as a rising pop force. Here’s an artist unafraid to bare her soul while delivering hooks that stay long after the last note fades.
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