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USUALLY MODEST Reveals Infectious New Single “Rude”

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Rising artist USUALLY MODEST has returned with his brand-new single, “Rude”. Based in Switzerland with Ukrainian roots, USUALLY MODEST has been going from strength to strength since bursting on the scene in 2020 with a series of well-received genre-spanning singles. And he looks set to build on his momentum with latest release “Rude”.

The track packs a punch and stands out with its infectious melodies and anthemic hook. Fusing pop-punk and hip-hop/rap, USUALLY MODEST’s versatility and appreciation for various genres result in a song with huge appeal that sounds dynamic and fresh and has all the right ingredients to be another success for the rising star. Speaking further on the new release, USUALLY MODEST says, “‘Rude’ embodies freedom to me. It’s a song that energises you and makes you forget about everything going on around you. 

“In today’s time everyone’s expectations, including even the ones we set ourselves, are so high and unrealistic sometimes, especially with social media. We’re always in a hurry trying to do a thousand things that we forget to just be in the moment again. After Covid nothing has been the same. We all went through it and yet we have become more distant and impatient. It’s like a cycle. ‘Oh you’re rude to me? Alright. I’m more rude to the next one!’ It’s just unhealthy. ‘Rude’ is kind of the antidote for all of that if you ask me.” 

“Rude” is available to buy/stream now on all platforms: https://ampl.ink/usuallymodest.

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Marz Starlife Makes A Striking First Impression With Healing

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Every once in a while, a debut comes along that doesn’t just introduce an artist – it reveals a soul. Marz Starlife’s first EP, Healing, is exactly that. It’s raw, it’s heartfelt, and it doesn’t pretend to have everything figured out. Instead, it leans into the messiness of real life – the mistakes, the heartbreak, the isolation – and tries to make sense of it all through music. Born in Jamaica, raised in the UK, and now back on the island, Marz brings a cross-cultural perspective to his storytelling, but at the heart of Healing is something deeply human: the need to reckon with the past in order to move forward.

Across the project’s standout tracks, Marz doesn’t hold back. In Bad Memories, he opens up about years lost to incarceration, fractured relationships, and the weight of regret. “Spent four birthdays locked up, baby remember me please,” he raps, in a tone that’s both matter-of-fact and aching. The production stays subdued and moody, letting the lyrics breathe. There’s no glorification of the streets here, only reflection. He admits to being young and caught up in the chase for fast money, but he also shows growth, making it clear that he’s not the same person he once was. It’s a track that lingers, not because it tries to be flashy, but because it feels real.

The title track, Healing, is where everything clicks. Marz taps into something almost spiritual as he raps, “I turn pain into power, darkness to light.” The song is layered with poetic lines and subtle emotional shifts, balancing toughness with tenderness. There’s a determination to rise above, even when the scars still sting. He reflects on his upbringing, his time in the streets, and the inner battles he continues to fight. “No shrink can understand how I’m feeling,” he says, and honestly, it’s hard not to believe him. The pain here is too specific, too lived-in. But instead of letting it swallow him, he uses it to fuel something greater.

What’s refreshing about Healing is that it doesn’t try to fit neatly into any one genre or narrative. Marz blends elements of UK hip-hop, Jamaican rhythm, and emotional rap into something that feels uniquely his own. He’s not here to be the loudest or the flashiest; he’s here to be honest. And in a world full of over-produced, over-polished music, that honesty stands out.

With Healing, Marz Starlife has given us more than a debut; he’s given us a mirror into his journey, and maybe even our own. Whether you’ve lived through similar struggles or are just someone who appreciates music with depth and heart, this EP is worth your time. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t linear, but it’s possible, and that sometimes telling your story is the most powerful thing you can do.

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