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Carly Burns releases brand new single ‘Now You Fly’. Out on the 10th of January 2023
This month, London-based Geordie girl Carly Burns releases another song straight from the heart, raising awareness for an incredibly important subject matter. For Carly’s fourth release, she dedicates ‘Now You Fly’ to her friend, who sadly took his own life during the pandemic.
The song speaks volumes to people who suffer in silence and Carly hopes her listeners will connect and gain strength through the music.Being a musical theatre performer as well as a singer-songwriter, Carly is no stranger to the struggles and demands artists face every day in order to maintain their careers. Whether it’s financial struggles, self-esteem, confidence, anxiety or depression, the industry can be very demanding and testing. Carly wants to use her platform to raise awareness that you are not alone.The song is beautifully composed, emotional, and powerful, forcing its listeners to really get into their feelings and find strength in that. The lyric ‘Now You Fly’ relates to the acceptance of the grief and being able to find peace knowing that the suffering is now over.The song will be released on the birthday of Carly’s friend, who passed away.January can be a month of real struggles and mental health dips, and Carly hopes her single will bring strength in this difficult month to those who may need it. She says, “I have been developing this song for a year and a half, and the whole process has been like therapy to me. Through some insanely intense lows, my music has allowed me to release my grief and find strength. The recording studio day was extremely emotional, and I hope my listeners can hear my heart being poured out because that is exactly what I did.”Since starting her career on the stage, Carly has performed in lead roles in London and travelled the world in renowned productions. These include playing the Acid Queen in ‘The Who’s Tommy’, alongside X Factor Rockstar Giovanni Spano, and the role of Linda in the UK Tour of producer Bill Kenwright’s award-winning hit musical ‘Blood Brothers’.Carly also performed in the ITV series ‘Walk the Line’, drawing praise from Gary Barlow for singing her own song in not just her Geordie accent but also using Geordie dialect, something she used again in her summer 2022 hit ‘Sweetheart’.
Rol3ert (pronounced “Robert”) is making waves in the music world with his emotionally captivating single “meaning.” Released in January 2025, the track has already amassed over 400,000 views on YouTube, signaling that Rol3ert is an artist whose appeal extends far beyond his native Japan. With his unique blend of J-pop and alternative indie-pop, the song is a testament to the artist’s ability to combine traditional and contemporary sounds, creating a track that resonates with listeners globally.
What’s truly remarkable about “meaning” is how effortlessly Rol3ert blends J-pop elements with more universal indie-pop sensibilities. The track’s soaring melodies and introspective lyrics have made it a viral hit, and Rol3ert’s emotional delivery amplifies the song’s power. His voice is commanding yet vulnerable, capturing the complexity of the song’s themes. There’s an unmistakable depth to “meaning” that speaks to listeners no matter where they’re from, proving that music is a language that transcends borders.
The “meaning Remix Contest” launched on SURF MUSIC has taken the track’s journey even further, with global creators offering their own interpretations of the song. Out of thousands of submissions, Vietnamese producer KIDCOZY’s remix emerged as the winner. KIDCOZY brings an unexpected twist to “meaning,” infusing it with a gritty electric guitar riff that adds a raw, edgy energy to the track. The remix amplifies the song’s emotional power while giving it a new sonic flavor, showcasing the versatility and creativity of remix culture.
KIDCOZY’s remix introduces a bold, guitar-driven intro that immediately sets the track apart from the original. While the infectious chorus remains intact, the remix adds layers of intensity, with a new production style that brings an exciting urgency to the song. It’s a perfect example of how a remix can evolve a song, giving it new life while staying true to its emotional core. The collaboration between Rol3ert and KIDCOZY highlights the beauty of cross-cultural partnerships and the power of music to unite artists from different backgrounds.
Rol3ert’s upcoming “meaning EP” promises to build on this momentum, featuring a stripped-down piano version of the song alongside a diverse collection of remixes. As a rising star in the global music scene, Rol3ert’s ability to seamlessly blend East and West, J-pop and indie-pop, positions him as an artist to watch closely in the years ahead.
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