STARRLUST is full of surprises, and she is just getting started. Her debut single, “Not Sorry” is a high-energy, driven anthem for emo kids of all ages. STARRLUST understands that the heavily distorted guitars in our favorite subculture hits are marked by clever lyricism, placing storytelling at the forefront of the song. Her ear for composition and eye for style put STARRLUST ahead of her competition already.

Of course, as a writer, lyrics are always prominent in my analyses. Little nuances, like alliteration in the post-chorus (“Stockholm syndrome if it bleeds/tattooing bruises onto both of my knees”) scratch an itch in the brain. A core motif in emo music always surrounds poetic lyricism, and STARRLUST is a natural.

Her raw vocal ability is admirable; perhaps STARRLUST can break away from the dreaded Hayley Williams comparison most alternative musicians face in woman-fronted acts. Her voice exists powerfully on its own, needing no comparison, instead feeding off pure emotion.

She mentioned on social media that this song “is a diary entry.” Emerging onto the scene with killer guitars, powerhouse vocals, and an undeniably catchy track will take STARRLUST far, with this as an impressively solid beginning.

This is a completely-DIY effort, from songwriting and performance to press photos, proving that passion perseveres. STARRLUST is aptly named; this budding star will transcend to great heights.