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Song about isolation, self-discovery P OP singer Che’Nelle has released a single Everybody , reflecting on her journey through loneliness, self o Malaysian-Australian singer Che’Nelle releases new single Everybody moment you get through it, you find yourself loving who you are even more. born in Sabah to a Chinese father and a mother of Indian and Dutch heritage. Her family moved to Perth, Australia when she was 10 years old.

“This song is an encouragement for everyone who is on their own journey of self-discovery. It is about being kind, patient and understanding with yourself and others,” elaborated the 42-year-old Aussie singer. The music video features scenes from Mitsui Home’s short drama series The Kamaeyama Couple Want to Order , which intertwines with the song’s message, enhancing its emotional depth. Che’Nelle was

discovery and resilience. Written and composed by herself, the song speaks on the loneliness she experienced from her time in the US in 2007 to relocating to Japan. Despite the daunting feeling, she pushes through in Everybody , hoping to inspire listeners with the strength to overcome isolation. “Life is a journey of discovering who you are. Along the way, you face loneliness and pain. But the THERE may just be a Miley Cyrus renaissance awakening as the starlet has just dropped her new song More to Lose last week, offering an intimate glimpse into the emotional landscape of her upcoming album Something Beautiful , slated for release end of this month. Cyrus’s new music was previewed by the lucky audience who attended the exclusive pre-Met Gala event hosted by Casa Cipriani in New York City, US. The song comes after her single End of the World that was released earlier last month, with an accompanying music video – in which, she is seen donning a custom Mugler by designer Casey Cadwallader. The 33-year-old, who has had back-to-back success after dropping her album Endless Summer Vacation in 2023 and winning her first Grammy for Flowers , the upcoming album invites anticipation and perhaps, a Miley Cyrus revolution. Known for her strong, alto vocals and provocative style, the singer has always been the centre of conversation ever since Cyrus shed her Disney, good girl image with Can’t Be Tamed . With the release of Bangerz , the singer made her grand entry into the pop arena, rivalling peers such as Ariana Grande, Selena Gomez and

She was then discovered by an agent upon posting her music on MySpace, which led to her debut in 2007 under US major label CapitolRecords. Che’Nelle went on to release her debut album Things Happen for a Reason , which became a worldwide sensation. She further rose to fame with her cover of Japanese singer Tee’s Baby I Love You .

Che’Nelle is based in Australia.

Miley Cyrus drops new track More to Lose

Love unfolds in Laundry Day RISING artiste Chris LaRocca has released his second single Laundry Day as he unpacks a quiet but pivotal moment in relationships, when playful beginnings shift towards something real and long-lasting. With the single’s raw love turning from innocent to deep and intentional – the exact turning point where you put your pride down and become intertwined as one,” he said. While LaRocca has always

been inspired by 70s rock and the Americana scene, he had never explored that kind of music for himself, until Laundry Day with its guitar-heavy instrumentation and riffs. Grammy-winning Canadian artiste and producer Daniel Lanois co-wrote the single with LaRocca and joins him on the track with his iconic pedal steel, calling back to the era-defining rock he pioneered for greats such as Bob Dylan and Peter Gabriel. The single is a follow-up to Ladybug that came out in March, which served as the debut of LaRocca’s next musical chapter. It also marked the singer songwriter and producer’s return to music after taking a yearlong break throughout 2024. Laundry Day is available on all music streaming platforms.

emotion and heartfelt lyrics, the Toronto native reflects on a night that marked the start of deeper commitment, capturing the vulnerability and depth of falling in love for the long haul. “ Laundry Day is about a moment I had with my partner outside of a laundromat in Toronto. While waiting for my laundry to dry, sitting in my car underneath a flickering streetlight, she became very vulnerable and opened up to me for the first time about her past, her immigrant experience and her struggles up until that point. “As much as my heart broke for her, I was so happy to be the person that made her feel safe and comfortable enough to let her walls down. This song is about that moment and about young

Cyrus is set to release her new album by the end of this month. – PIC FROM INSTAGRAM @MILEYCYRUS

dismissed the artiste as a troubled star, reminded the fraternity and music fans of her raw musical talent. More to Lose is available on all streaming platforms.

Justin Bieber. While she may be known for being the rebellious Disney kid that turned bad, her poignant song Used to be Young, a love letter to herself and the people who once

Ateez, Cravity to perform in Malaysia for first time FOR the very first time, Kpop Masterz is coming to Kuala Lumpur, bringing together two South Korean boy groups Ateez and Cravity. Prepare to experience intense performances of Ateez, featuring Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung and Jongho, together with Cravity, featuring Serim, Allen, Jungmo, Woobin, Wonjin, Minhee, Hyeongjun, Taeyoung and Seongmin. Witness their passion and charisma live in one show, filled with non-stop music and slick dance moves. Launched in 2022, Kpop Masterz is a concert series that showcases top rising stars, mainly from Korea, to connect K-pop fans worldwide with their beloved artistes. The concert is scheduled to take place on May 31 at the Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre. Tickets are priced from RM359 onwards.

LaRocca captures the turning point of young love in his heartfelt new single.

Both boy bands will be making their KL live debuts at the May 31 gig.