Mini Melon Mix Ups: Dax, Loreen, Tobey Kai, Boy In Space, Nikoli, Avery Cochrane, HENRY ABERSON, Joe Doonan, JL4MNT  x Phluid x Redd Simpkins, Siena Fantini

Get ready for a Min Melon Mix Up! We’re serving up the freshest tracks, think irresistible hooks, smooth vibes, and everything in between. Whether you’re hitting the dance floor, deep in your feelings, or just kicking back, this mix has the perfect sound for every mood.


Dax delivers a visceral anthem for the soul with his latest single ‘Temptation’. Blending an unexpected electro-clash grit with dream-pop textures, the track captures the high-stakes energy of spiritual warfare. Dax abandons subtlety, using aggressive vocals to chronicle the relentless battle between flesh and faith. The lyrics are hauntingly sharp, particularly the line: “lack of purpose is the place seeking pleasure resides.” By grounding modern struggles in the ancient imagery of the garden, Dax creates an energetic, emo-tinged battle cry for 2026.

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Loreen returns with ‘Feels Like Heaven’, a transcendent precursor to her upcoming album Wildfire. Produced by Jesse Shatkin, the track is a masterclass in slow-burn intensity, evolving from feral tension into a cathartic pop explosion. Loreen’s powerhouse vocals anchor a narrative of spiritual surrender, moving beyond the external to explore heaven as an internal state of mind. The song’s lush, atmospheric production mirrors this journey from resistance to healing. As she repeats the refrain of letting go, Loreen proves once again why she is a generational talent, delivering a soulful, world-class anthem that feels both intimate and infinite.

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Tobey Kai brings a cinematic, luminous touch to contemporary R&B with her track ‘Fille Cool’. Sung in French, the song highlights Tobey’s soulfully vulnerable vocals, blending alternative indie textures with a timeless, warm production. As a brain injury survivor, Kai infuses every note with an audible resilience; you don’t just hear the melody, you feel the weight of her journey. The track moves with a sophisticated ease, proving that language is no barrier to emotional depth. ‘Fille Cool’ captures the human spirit’s ability to get up and keep going. It offers a polished, genre-bending experience that feels both intimate and grand.

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Robin Lundbäck returns as Boy In Space with the poignant ‘Who’s Crying When I’m Leaving?’ The track marks a sophisticated shift toward a warmer, organic sound. Delicate acoustic guitars ground the song before blooming into a rich arrangement of driving drums and violins. Here, Robin tackles the loneliness and disconnection of a nomadic life, blending his signature emotive vocals with a fresh pop-country influence. It’s a raw, self-reflective anthem about the yearning for stillness and belonging, setting a high bar for his highly anticipated debut album arriving this fall.

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Nikoli (formerly Elais Park) continues his streak of high-energy creativity with the infectious single ‘I Fell Off Again’. Moving away from the heavier themes of his peers, Nikoli leans into indie-pop to create something purely fun. The track is designed for the stage, featuring the kind of driving production that practically begs the listener to jump around. Drawing from his background in videography and design, Nikoli’s sound feels visual and multi-dimensional. With interlacing melodies and a genre-bending spirit, the song offers a polished yet playful glimpse into his upcoming EP, Slightly Imperfect.

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Following the viral success of ‘Shapeshifting on a Saturday Night’, Seattle-based artist Avery Cochrane strikes gold again with ‘Griever‘. This alt-pop banger masterfully contrasts upbeat, cinematic production with retrospective rage. Avery captures the specific sting of an encounter with a past ghost, articulating the words we only find days later. With her signature indie sensibility and raw, queer-coded lyricism, ‘Griever’ feels both timely and timeless. As she prepares for SXSW and a March EP release, Avery Cochrane proves that she’s a breakout star defining the emotional landscape of 2026.

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Henry Aberson cements his reputation as a master collaborator with ‘Call’, a quintessential neo-Soul and lo-fi pop gem. Teaming up with the prolific multi-instrumentalist Korey Keys, Henry crafts a soulful and chilled sanctuary for the ears. The production is a masterclass in restraint; the rhythm flows effortlessly, allowing the refined and subtle melody to take center stage. Korey’s world-class pedigree shines through in the sophisticated arrangements, offering a serene escape from the mental noise. ‘Call’ is a meditative experience that brings a sense of peace to the listener through expert musicianship and impeccable vibes.

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Joe Doonan strikes a delicate balance between intoxicating romance and inevitable heartbreak in his latest single, ‘Before You Leave’. Merging indie-pop with the intimacy of acoustic folk, the track captures the ticking time bomb of a connection destined to end. Joe’s storytelling, honed through collaborations with industry titans like Paddy Byrne, shines as he explores the painful alternate world where things might have worked. The production mirrors this emotional tug-of-war, feeling both expansive and fragile. It is a soulful, grounded anthem for anyone who has ever had to say goodbye while still deeply in love.

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JL4MNT and Phluid’s ‘Celebrate‘ bursts out the gate with pure feel-good momentum, blending funky hip-hop drums, glossy soul textures and a hook that channels Anderson .Paak’s buoyant swagger. Phluid’s production is crisp yet warm, driven by punchy percussion and a slick beat switch that keeps the energy climbing. JL4MNT glides between melodic phrasing and sharp bars, while featured artist Redd Simpkins adds seasoned charisma and heart, grounding the track in lived-in authenticity. It’s both reflective and triumphant, nodding to hard-earned growth while demanding the dance floor. As the lead single from Wasted Time, ‘Celebrate’ feels tailor-made for parties, fresh starts, and replay all winter long.

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At just 15-years-old, Siena Fantini demonstrates a precocious mastery of songwriting with her latest track ‘Claustrophobia’. Moving beyond the flirtatious energy of her previous singles, this song dives into the emotionally turbulent reality of feeling trapped by affection. Siena’s diary-like storytelling shines as she navigates the confusing intersection of being deeply cared for while feeling an overwhelming need for space. Her buoyant, intimate voice anchors the piano-driven arrangement, capturing the claustrophobia of youth and high-pressure expectations. It is a stunningly mature, visceral self-examination that solidifies Fantini as a formidable new voice in modern pop.

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