Mae Stephens follows up from her whirlwind breakthrough with the colourful, funk-laced alt-pop bop ‘If We Ever Broke Up’ by going back to her roots on her new EP ‘Securely Insecure’ – listen HERE. Introducing another side to Mae’s musical prowess, the EP departs from the bright, infectious sound that introduced her as one of pop’s most promising new names, returning to the songwriter’s palette that she drew from before her big break. It’s a record full of poignantly candid lyricism and heartstring-pulling melodies, showcasing Mae’s incredible vocal skills, and taking influence from artists like Sigrid, Florence and The Machine and US singer-songwriter, Cody Fry as it shares reflections on self-discovery and overcoming adversity. “I think it’s time to share a piece of the real Mae with you…” – Mae Stephens Lead single ‘Small Town Syndrome’ details feeling like you’re stuck in a goldfish bowl of a community where everyone knows the ins and outs of your life. Across the EP, Mae tackles themes of identity, trauma, and self-discovery, sharing her thoughts and experiences in these songs as a means for her to move on to a new chapter in her life. Although the record is tied to the cruel bullying she experienced at school, it contains the universally relatable feelings that come with confronting the scars of your past and searching for identity and authenticity. ‘Securely Insecure’ follows a big start to the year for Mae, which saw her named as one of VEVO’s ‘Artists To Watch’ for 2024. The young star has accumulated over 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify and has racked up impressive accolades along the way, with ‘If We Ever Broke Up’ achieving Gold status in both the UK and US. KEEP UP WITH MAE STEPHENS: Spotify / YouTube / Instagram / TikTok |