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ASH Delivers Masterful Debut Tune ‘Infatuated’
ASH makes a remarkable debut with her single “Infatuated,” displaying her smart composition, production, and dramatic performing abilities. This song perfectly expresses the terrible human experience of falling in love with someone who isn’t truly the right fit for you. A strong bass groove serves as the single’s main structural element, while ominous harmonies and slick synthesisers come and go. Delicate rhythms propel the composition forward, while ASH’s entrancing melodic lines float over distorted guitar tones.
Speaking on the thematic narrative of ‘Infatuated’, ASH says, “Everyone remembers when they were young and eager to experience love for the first time, and I think everyone also remembers how consuming that innocent desire could be. ‘Infatuated’ comes from that unrelenting desire, but more specifically from the heart-wrenching experience of when your first partner is your first love, but you’re not theirs. For those who can relate to this, it’s a painfully different kind of first love — a kind in which you start experiencing your first love and first heartbreak pretty much simultaneously. ‘Infatuated’ captures how paralyzing that is.”
ASH’s smooth, intoxicating vocals meander through the song, creating a texture that perfectly complements her lyrical exploration of obsession, vulnerability, and despondence. This dynamic interplay between sound and meaning highlights ASH’s distinct creative intuition and her exceptional ability to illustrate emotion with sensitivity and vividness.
With ‘Infatuated’s debut, ASH shares a beautifully illuminating first track, setting the stage for her promising artistic journey. Speaking on the creative process of ‘Infatuated’, ASH shares, “‘Infatuated’ was the first real track I ever made while I was teaching myself how to produce, so I was really learning what my creative process was for the first time. I now know that every song’s process can be quite different for me, but the most constant thing has been that I need to sonically establish a mood first. For this song, it all began with that repeating bass line. It’s so simple but it immediately evoked such a powerful sinking, heavy feeling. From there it was just about leaning into that emotion in my writing and production until it formed its own world.”
ASH’s debut single is a testament to her ability to transform personal experiences into universal themes, resonating with listeners through both sound and story. ‘Infatuated’ not only marks the beginning of her musical career but also promises an exciting future for this talented artist.
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UK Songwriter Emma Gale Pens Croatia’s 2025 Eurovision Entry “Poison Cake”

Acclaimed UK songwriter Emma Gale has been revealed as the creative force behind Croatia’s entry to the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. The track, titled “Poison Cake,” will compete in the first semi-final on 13 May 2025, as the international music event kicks off in Basel, Switzerland.
Emma Gale, best known for her ability to capture the moment with her lyricism and distinctive songwriting style , began writing for Eurovision just two years ago, following a serendipitous meeting with a publisher passionate about the contest. “Poison Cake” marks her first entry into the Eurovision arena and represents a bold step forward in her evolution from indie folk artist to sought-after international pop songwriter.
Originally from Weymouth, Dorset, Gale cut her teeth as a cover singer before embracing songwriting as her true calling. She describes herself as an “accidental indie folk artist”—a title earned when her debut single, Let’s See What the Earth Has to Say, went viral during the 2020 lockdown. Her subsequent self-titled album, released in 2022, was hailed for its authentic, observational lyrics and received widespread radio play across the UK, Europe, and North America.
Gale’s songwriting credentials are extensive. After completing a Master’s in Songwriting at Bath Spa University, she participated in songwriting retreats and camps led by renowned artists and educators such as Boo Hewerdine, Mary Gauthier, Pat Pattison, and Judy Stakee. She’s also received mentorship from respected figures like Chris Difford (Squeeze) and Robin Frederick.
Emma Gale’s star has continued to rise with accolades including DWB Best Newcomer 2022, DWB Songwriter of the Year 2024. She has recently signed with The Woods, publishers in Norway, where she collaborates with songwriters across the globe to craft songs for the pop, K-pop, and Eurovision markets.
In addition to her songwriting work, Gale is pursuing a PhD at Birmingham City University, researching the role of the amateur songwriter in the modern music industry. A Grammy Voting Member and mentor with Help Musicians UK, she continues to inspire both emerging and established artists.
As Eurovision fans across the continent turn their attention to Basel, all eyes will be on “Poison Cake”—a track sure to blend Gale’s lyrical finesse with the bold energy that the Eurovision stage demands.
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