In her most recent song, “Hold It Up”, Melbourne, Australia based Magdalia and up-and-coming singer Mayzie Chew’s unique vocals are woven together like drops of rain in an interconnected musical tapestry. This beautiful collaboration begins as the song’s calming acoustic guitar strumming and piano dance surround it with a serene laid-back and folky mood.
Mayzie Chew’s youthful voice opens the song beautifully. With a smooth blending of her powerful voice and Mayzie in the chorus and second verse, Magdalia enriches the musical landscape with the power in her vocals and bringing a stunning harmony and balance.
Composed by Seetali Mack and Malikah McEwen, “Hold It Up” encapsulates the magic that happens when gifted artists meet profound lyricsism. With its rainy vibe soundtrack, folk feel, and acoustic textures adding a folky warmth, “Hold It Up” delivers an emotionally charged, immersive listening experience.
The lyrics of Hold It Up centre on how important it is for us all to have unwavering support when things go tough. When “it storms down”, its lyrics remind us that we should always have someone by our sides to support us during difficult times. ‘Hold It Up’ is a wonderful example of this, with its appealing melodies and meaningful lyrics that raise the spirit and make us smile.
Magdalia has been compared to Lorde, Taylor Swift, and Florence & The Machine because of her haunting vocal grace, powerful voice and soulful ability. With hits like “Great Expectations” and “Fault Lines,” Magdalia has consistently allured listeners.
At only 16 years old, Mayzie Chew is a south-east Melbourne-born artist on the rise. Inspired by musicians like Kasey Chambers and Tate McRae, Mayzie’s distinct vocal style, which features lovely runs and riffs, adds dimension to any project.
Magdalia and Mayzie Chew’s stunning voices and unwavering passion in “Hold It Up” combine to produce a magnificent musical force. reminding us all of music’s ability to bring us together.
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Karen Harding is a Melbourne, Australia based singer/songwriter, founder of Sounds On The Couch, and founder and operator of boutique music PR service for emerging and independent artists, Rise Indie.