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.
BANA solidifies her position as an emerging global pop force with the electrifying single ‘Ripple Effect’. The track pulses with crisp, dance-infused percussion and shimmering synths, creating a sleek, rhythmic canvas for BANA’s effortlessly smooth vocals. This release showcases an artist confidently navigating her dual cultural worlds, blending international pop polish with vibrant contemporary electronic energy. Hot on the heels of her viral success in the Kurdish scene and her English-language releases, ‘Ripple Effect’ is a testament to BANA’s dynamic evolution. It’s an intoxicating, meticulously produced song that promises a bright future for one of pop’s most exciting new voices.
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‘Body Of Work’ is a powerful anthem that perfectly marries dream-pop architecture with alt-pop execution. July Jones’ track is built on a flawless foundation of perfectly placed synths and irresistibly timeless melodies, giving the song an immediate, polished feel. July’s vocal performance is the centerpiece, gliding effortlessly between a crystalline falsetto and full-bodied power. Lyrically, the song is an empowering declaration of transforming pain into art, “tears on my face, I let the pain, turn into art.” It’s a bold statement that reaffirms her status as a rising pop icon dedicated to authentic expression over industry pressure.
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Capturing the visceral pain of watching an ex move on, ‘Jealous’ is a raw, heart-wrenching installment in Ocean Tisdall’s breakup series. Evoking the emotional depth of Adele or Lewis Capaldi, this artist delivers a stripped-back, gallant performance that is both intimate and searingly honest. The track lays bare the uncomfortable, universal emotion of jealousy, transforming it from a bitter feeling into a marker of unreturned loyalty and unfulfilled needs. With piercing lyrics, ‘Jealous’ cements Ocean Tisdall as an alt-pop storyteller capable of conveying deep, unfiltered vulnerability.
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New Jersey native Angelyse Mariah makes a vibrant statement with her single ‘Agua Santa’. Drawing on Latin pop energy, the track is a compelling blend of infectious dance-pop and smooth contemporary sensibilities. Angelyse’s sophisticated vocals navigate the song’s pulsating rhythm with confidence, showcasing the talent honed through years as a performer and dancer. The single moves far beyond her initial bedroom-recorded tracks, signaling her determined transition into a polished, up-and-coming artist. ‘Agua Santa’ is a sun-drenched, groovy track designed for the dance floor, offering a refreshing and high-energy introduction to a singer poised for broader pop recognition.
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Closing out Drew Schueler’s Vulnerable For Once EP, ‘I Thought By Now’ is a gut-punch of honesty wrapped in polished, commercial singer-songwriter pop. The track captures the quiet crisis of wondering why life hasn’t clicked into place yet, delivered through lyrics so candid they feel pulled straight from a late-night journal entry. Drew’s warm, crystalline vocals glide over a slow-building arrangement that erupts into a gorgeous, chaotic finale, mirroring the emotional unraveling at its core. It’s a stunning showcase of his refined songwriting and heartfelt sincerity, further proving why he’s quickly becoming one of Nashville’s most compelling rising voices.
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The Florida-born Girl Wilde channels desire, tension, and confidence into a track that feels tailor-made for late-night drives and stolen-glance moments on the dance floor. ‘kiss me more’ is a seductive, synth-soaked rush that cements her place as one of indie pop’s most magnetic voices. Pulsing production frames her honeyed vocals, while vivid lines about rediscovering real spark add emotional bite beneath the gloss. It’s sleek, sultry, and undeniably addictive, another testament to her evolving artistry. With ‘kiss me more’, Girl Wilde doesn’t just ask for your attention; she commands it, leaving you wanting exactly what the title promises.
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Diving deep into the quiet torment of heartbreak, ‘Maybe She’s Right’ is a raw, unapologetic piece of pop songwriting from Alyssa Caroline. The song chronicles the pain of being left for someone new and the subsequent crushing self-doubt. Alyssa sings with compelling vulnerability, channeling the universal ache of questioning one’s worth. Yet, through the introspective, soul-baring lyrics, the track finds a potent silver lining: the loss ultimately becomes the catalyst for self-discovery. Blending infectious pop melodies with this profound emotional depth, ‘Maybe She’s Right’ cements Alyssa Caroline as a rising star whose music connects instantly with anyone who has loved and lost.
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Sixteen-year-old Sloan Treacy steps into the alt-pop arena with ‘Common Knowledge’, a polished track that captures the universal sting of betrayal. Inspired by feeling naive when everyone else saw a relationship’s fault lines, the song addresses the quiet frustration of being blindsided. Sloan delivers a heartfelt vocal performance over production by Don Miggs and Mark Needham, giving the track a clean, resonant pop-rock edge. ‘Common Knowledge’ showcases her sharp songwriting, reminiscent of artists like Gracie Abrams, proving Sloan Treacy is adept at translating complex, messy emotional experiences into highly relatable and compelling music.
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John White delivers profound emotional honesty in the quick, under two-minute track ‘They Don’t Know You (Like I Do)’. Blending bedroom-pop melodies and lo-fi intimacy, the song is a candid exploration of relationship privacy and acceptance. The track centers on the idea that true relationship dynamics are known only to those within them. The lo-fi production gives the music a raw, unpolished feel, perfectly complementing White’s earnest message about love, loss and acceptance. It’s a comforting, direct piece of alt-pop that reminds listeners they are not alone in their experiences.
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‘Heartbreak Szn’ is a triumphant, high-energy breakup anthem rooted firmly in addictive 2000s and 2010s synth-pop. Emma Teufel’s newest track is built on a melody so catchy it demands repeat plays, delivering on its goal of being utterly unforgettable. Moving past the initial pain of a split, the song is a direct, assertive exclamation, begging the ex to “just leave you alone!” Complete with internal rhymes and celebratory dance-pop energy, the buoyant production transforms the breakup narrative into a moment of pure, unapologetic release. Emma Teufel successfully marries raw personal feeling with a polished, irresistibly fun throwback sound, making this single a must-add to any post-breakup playlist.
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