Calum Scott first gained fame as a favorite on Britain's Got Talent. In the seven years since, he's become one of pop music's most respected vocalists. His latest album, Bridges, is the work of a mature artist who's in control of their sound

In addition to music, Scott has become an advocate for mental health awareness and LGBTQ rights. After years of personal struggle and speculation, he's now comfortable with who is and how the public sees him.

From his hometown of Yorkshire, England, Scott talks to Demi Ramos about the new album and his voyage from human resources worker to international performer.

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Felix Jaehn's "Close Your Eyes" Is an Anthem Everyone Needs to Hear

The song is a satisfying result of Jaehn's creative evolution and offers words of encouragement to his supporters to stay positive, keep calm, and keep going.

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Felix Jaehn has a habit of crafting catchy tropical house tracks, but on "Close Your Eyes," the sentiment is much deeper than that of his big hits.

Written specifically for his fans, Jaehn uses "Close Your Eyes" as an opportunity to address mental health, and at the end of the song, he can be heard asking his fans, "How are you doing? I hope you're well." This track is the last of the year from Jaehn and the latest in a slew of releases to dissect and spread awareness on mental health issues. Jaehn, who co-wrote the track alongside Miss Li, is in the middle of a creative journey.

Recently, he's dedicated himself to co-writing all of his music and having a more direct hand in all aspects of his creative identity. "Close Your Eyes" is a direct and satisfying result of that evolution, serving as words of encouragement to his supporters to stay positive, keep calm, and keep going.

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The song, like all of Jaehn's biggest tracks, is a certified earworm, with an infectious hook courtesy of Miss Li and an undulating bass courtesy of German duo Vize. The track inspires hope in its listeners and will undeniably be on repeat at New Year's Eve parties.

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Nick Hissom Wants You To Twerk - But With Your Heart

The British pop prince of Miami breaks down modern pop music

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Hissom has been making big waves since our last interview one year ago. With a new single featuring Zoey Dollaz and an album on the way, we had a lot to catch up on.

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