Everything You Need To Know About Genre-Blending Rising Artist Puma June

As the seasons start to shift—whether you’re layering up for the autumn chill or enjoying the first blooms of spring (we see you, Aussie Hive!), one thing always stays the same: the need for more music to fill our playlists. Here at The Honey POP!, we’re all about keeping you in the know with the best up-and-coming artists so you can confidently say you were there before they hit big time. And today, we’re introducing a Canadian artist who’s bound to take over your playlist no matter the season: Puma June.

Who is Puma June?

Puma June, a multi-talented Toronto-based singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, is someone you need to keep your eyes on. Not only is she an incredible vocalist, but she also blends a range of influences—from Stevie Wonder’s timeless funk to Billie Eilish’s edgy, genre-bending pop—into her unique sound. Think pop, funk, hip-hop, and R&B all wrapped up into something that’s both nostalgic and distinctive. Her style brings together the past and present in a way that feels completely fresh yet somehow familiar.

Puma’s POV

What sets Puma June apart is more than just her versatility; it’s her ability to weave a clear perspective into her music. We love an artist who has something to say, and Puma says it loud and clear. Her lyrics have a strong feminist edge, pushing for unfiltered honesty and power in one’s own life. Puma’s POV (yes, we’re coining that!) often addresses issues like gender inequality, family trauma, and self-doubt—deep and relatable topics that resonate through her music in a way that feels raw, real, and refreshing.

Puma June’s New Single: ‘Bad Habits’

So, what happens when you mix all her influences and strong viewpoints? You get ‘Bad Habits,’ an unapologetically jazzy, hip-hop-infused pop track that we cannot stop playing. The song is from her upcoming debut EP, A Woman That They Want, and with a title like that, we already know it will hit hard. The track’s theme digs into ‘Bad Habits’ —those internal struggles we all deal with, like self-hatred and confronting past trauma—and brings a fresh perspective to dealing with life’s challenges.

When music sounds great and the artist has something to say, we’re always sat. That is Puma June, and although there is so much more to unpack about this rising artist, your first step is to listen to ‘Bad Habits.’ Are you adding Puma June to your playlist this season? Let us know in the comments or over on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.

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