There are few things we at THP love more than finding amazing new music, but one of those things is sharing it with you! The more fans, the merrier, right? So we’re bringing you the Hot In The Hive series, dedicated to sharing new music we know you’ll be buzzing about as much as we are. Let’s dive right into some of the sweetest new releases!
Annabel Lauren – ‘three a.m.’
There’s nothing quite like the rush of discovering a new artist before they blow up, and we’re kicking off this list with a new artist you can’t miss! Hailing from Brighton, Annabel Lauren is already stealing our hearts with her confessional lyrics and clever storytelling, and ‘three a.m.’ is just the second single she’s released. It touches on those irritating thoughts that pop into our head when we’re trying to fall asleep, as well as Annabel’s own experiences with sleep paralysis. It’s witty and fun while still having a bit of cathartic sadness, and we’ll definitely be listening to it on the nights we can’t sleep!
When I wrote this song, I was having some really weird dreams and I was struggling big time with my sleep paralysis. The song is me taking accountability for the issues I was having at the time, like missing deadlines or not speaking to friends because I wasn’t sleeping enough, or I was giving into vices a bit too easily. I felt like I had been slacking a bit and that I needed to get a grip, but I was really struggling to do that because of mental health issues and my surroundings. So the song is me letting out a bit of frustration, it’s me telling me I need to work on myself for my own benefit.
Annabel Lauren
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Armaan Malik & Calum Scott – ‘Always’
We’ll ‘Always’ be excited for new music from Armaan Malik and Calum Scott, so you could imagine our reaction when we found out they’d be teaming up for ‘Always!’ It’s the love song that everyone secretly wishes someone would write about them, bringing Armaan and Calum together to describe a once-in-a-lifetime relationship and their dedication to their partners. Our hearts melted with every lyric and we can’t wait to see how many adorable wedding videos pop up using this song over the years.
‘Always’ is like a musical hug for that love that took you by surprise and nestled into your heart. This song is a heartfelt confession to a love so enchanting, you never knew you needed it until it became the closest thing to heaven.
Armaan Malik
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Chlöe – ‘Boy Bye’
If someone in your life is bringing you nothing but negativity (or if they don’t approve of your Chlöe obsession), it’s time to say ‘Boy Bye!’ The one and only Chlöe has the perfect soundtrack for you with ‘Boy Bye,’ an empowering pop-R&B anthem about knowing your worth and walking away to put yourself first. It’s exactly what we need to hear at tough moments when we’re not sure if someone has our best interests at heart, all while proving Chlöe’s ability to make a touching song that will also have you dancing around your room! This song had us at hello and we never want to say goodbye.
‘Boy Bye’ is an anthem for anyone who needs to get rid of someone toxic and draining from their life. It’s liberating and free. That’s how it feels to finally let go of dead weight that’s been keeping you down. Instead of being sad about releasing what’s not good for me, I celebrate it.
Chlöe
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guccihighwaters – ‘deathwish’
If you’re feeling really down on yourself, the right song can help you feel less alone and even empower you to get back up. guccihighwaters is back with a cathartic masterpiece in the form of ‘deathwish,’ which returns to his past sound while addressing mental health and how fragile it can be during hard times. There are so many punchy, melancholic lyrics that we adore, with one of our favorites being “it’s a black rose, I can’t help but feel alone” – roses symbolize passion, so it’s like the passion he once had for life has withered away. We’re rooting for you, gucci, keep pushing through!
There was a point in my life where I felt helpless with being able to control my emotions at a time in my life, and this song reflects that moment of submitting to them… As an ode to my debut collection of music, post death, I produced ‘deathwish’ in the style of ‘emo rap’ or ‘cloud rap.’ Hoping my fans that have been here since 2017 can really feel the nostalgia of this one and find comfort in it.
guccihighwaters
Content Warning: The song below deals with themes of depression and touches on being suicidal – please listen with caution! If you or someone you know is dealing with thoughts of suicide, find resources here. You are important and your life is valuable.
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Maggie Lindemann – ‘Decode’
We love Maggie Lindemann, we love Paramore. So naturally, when Maggie covers Paramore, we’re hooked! Her voice is absolutely perfect for ‘Decode,’ to the point where we’re tempted to go back into our hardcore Twilight phase. Maggie matches the eerie energy of the song so well while the smoothness of her vocals adds a haunting ambiance, not to mention that powerful high note! The only thing we want more than another Paramore cover is a collab – who do we have to chat with to make it happen?
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So much sweet new music! Which of these is your favorite new release? Let us know in the comments below or hit us up on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!
Find even more new music on our Hot In The Hive playlist!