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Welcome to the inaugural issue of TRi THIS Music magazine—your gateway to a new music experience. Our mission is to bridge the gap between emerging talents and cherished heritage artists, bringing you closer than ever to the music you love. Inside, you'll find exclusive interviews, the latest music releases, fun features and more. If there’s something you’d like to see in future editions, let us know. Looking forward to hearing from you!

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Marsha Swanson returns with new track, ‘Like an Angel ‘

One year can feel like a lifetime or a fleeting moment, depending on how you spend it. For singer-songwriter Marsha Swanson, the past twelve months have been a whirlwind of creativity, reflection, and deeply personal storytelling. As we sit down for our follow-up interview, it’s clear that Swanson’s artistic journey is more than just a career it’s a proven continuous evolution

A year of creativity

When we last spoke, Marsha was on the brink of something special; “Near Life Experience”. Now, a year later, she continues to fully embrace the album, thematically and stylistically. “I haven’t quite had time to take stock yet,” she admits. “I think in six months, maybe, I’ll be able to really reflect on what’s happened ” Between collaborating with producer Henry and releasing new music, Swanson has been fully immersed in her work, letting the creative process take its course

Her latest single, “Like an Angel”, stands out as one of her most profound and personal releases Born from the loss of someone dear, the song was initially hidden as a “ghost track” on her album but has since taken center stage “I needed time for my brain to catch up with my creativity,” she reflects “But once I was ready, I knew this song needed to be properly heard ”

Storytelling through music and visuals

Marsha’s ability to translate raw emotion into art extends beyond music Collaborating with visual artist Sam, she has created stunning visuals that complement her storytelling

“He has this incredible ability to time every movement, every nuance, with the emotional narrative of the song,” she says The result is the upcoming breathtaking music video for “Like an Angel”, proving that visuals can be just as integral to storytelling as lyrics and melody

A deeper mission

While her career as a singersongwriter flourishes, Swanson has also been deeply invested in another passion creating music that fosters emotional literacy for children. “Children’s emotional experiences are just as rich and serious as adults’,” she explains Over the past seven years, she has been developing a resource to help schools use music as a tool for self-expression and healing This year, it will be tested in classrooms, marking a significant milestone in her parallel mission

The future

With more surprises on the horizon, Marsha assures us that “Near Life Experience” is not quite finished yet “Even though it might seem like it has been out twice already,” she teases Between upcoming releases, live performances, and her work with children, the next chapter promises to be just as compelling

Reflecting on the past year, Swanson allows herself a moment of pride. “I feel proud that I’ve seen through something I really wanted to communicate,” she says. “And I’m especially proud of the team around me. We’ve achieved something special together ”

One thing is certain: whether through music, visuals, or education, Swanson’s work continues to resonate deeply

Our Spotlight on Street Cred!

Two years ago, rising star Dalia burst onto the scene with her debut EP, ‘every beginning ends’, which we focused on in our first interview We introduced her as an emerging artist to watch, along with an EP, vibrant and full of colour. Now, she’s virtually unrecognisable when compared to that version of herself stylistically, and as an artist not just in sound but in confidence, vision, and community presence. As she prepares for her next chapter, we caught up with Dalia to discuss her growth, creative direction, and what’s next

New Art, new style

Reflecting on her debut EP, Dalia didn’t hold back.

“I hate that EP,” she laughs. “I mean, I respect it—it was me at the time—but I just don’t feel it represents me anymore.” That evolution is something she embraces, admitting that every artist experiences that feeling.

“I wrote those songs when I was 18 I’m 24 now, and I’ve changed so much My supporters still love tracks from it, which is wild to me, but I love that they connect with it ”

This was very much an experience close to her heart, but something she now recognises as the past And for an artist to have a future, they need to create that future. This shift is not just about sound and visuals but also about self-assurance and confidence, which Dalia was brimming with in our second conversation.

“I used to overthink how I presented myself. Now, I just go with what feels natural,” she says. “My style and my music are constantly changing.”.

The first time we spoke, Dalia explained that her goal and vision has always been to create a space where her listeners feel connected not just to her music, but to each other, a community “I still don’t believe people support my music,” she says humbly “But seeing people bond in the fan group chat, supporting each other—it’s surreal ”

Despite her growing fanbase, she insists it feels more like a friendship than a following.

“We check in on each other, talk about life, and share experiences. That’s the whole reason I put my music out there to connect.”.

Not many artists out there can say they’ve achieved such a feat, at such an early point in their career To have an audience that wants to strike up relationships and build an empowering support network. It must be the best feeling in the world.

From Sad Girl to Empowered Storyteller

Her songwriting has seen a stylistic and thematic transformation. “I was all about sad songs before,” she admits. “Music was my therapy. But in the last two years, I’ve grown more confident and happier. That’s reflected in my music. I’m still writing about real things— heartbreak, personal experiences—but I’m learning to have fun with it ”

Her latest single, ‘Cut It Off’, is a perfect example “It’s not the deepest song I’ve ever written, but it’s fun, and it’s honest,” she says “It’s about this guy I went on two dates with, and, well… he’s seen the lyrics. I don’t care,” she laughs. “I’m just writing what I want to write.”

”CUT IT OFF!” has also been a proven hit and pivotal moment with the fans, Char, the owner of Dalia’s fanpage wrote to us, “I love the ”Bellyfish” music video it’s so amazing, and I of course love the song. My favourire songs are “Nothing But Pain”, “Cut It Off” and “Late Night Dive”! Dalia’s lyrics are literally so angelic and poetic.”

Another huge fan of Dalia, Stine Marie wrote to us, “Dalia is so poetic and her lyrics are pure art. I’m obsessed with “Girl’s Insane”, the music video of the song “Bellyfish” and the new song “CUT IT OFF” are my faves right now.”

CREATIVE DIRECTION AND IDENTITY

A key part of Dalia’s artistry is her visual presence, from album covers to photoshoots and stage aesthetics. “I don’t have a big team or anything—I just go with what feels right,” she explains “My visuals change as much as my music does. Looking back at my style a year ago, I think, ‘What was I wearing?’ but at the time, it felt right. I just follow my instincts.” It’s still clear to see that she has so much respect for the artist that she was. Dalia has a very healthy mindset when it comes to reinvention, new ideas and inspirations, she overall has a very open mind. She draws inspiration from her Spanish heritage and a blend of modern pop aesthetics. “It’s important to me that my visuals reflect my identity, but I also want them to feel effortless ” A huge moment in Dalia’s life has been moving from Spain to the UK, and with it, she brings a fresh vibe, new creativity, something different, standoit visuals, creative direction, and styles to every other artist that is creating music now.

London Life & Looking Forward

Since our last interview, Dalia has fully settled into life in London—a stark contrast to the somewhat reserved and nervous artist she was two years ago. “It took time, but now it feels like home. I’ve met so many people, made new friends, found collaborators it’s been life-changing.”

Looking ahead, she’s already working on her next EP, set for release later this year. “I’m constantly evolving, so by the time it’s out, I might have changed again!” she jokes. “But that’s the beauty of music. It grows with you.”

Live Performance & Future Ambitions

Dalia’s journey isn’t just about writing and recording— she’s making waves in live music, too “My headline show in London was a huge moment for me,” she says “I organised everything myself, and seeing people travel across the country to watch me perform—it was unreal That’s when I knew I wanted to do this forever ”

With plans to expand her live presence, she’s looking forward to more intimate shows and festival appearances. “I want to create experiences, not just performances. Shows where people feel as connected as they do in our online community.”

A Moment to Remember

Looking back on her journey, Dalia reflects on what she’s most proud of. “My headline show, without a doubt,” she says. “It was such a defining moment for me. I organised everything myself—the venue, the setlist, the promotion— and to see people travel from across the country just to see me perform was overwhelming. I remember standing backstage before walking on and thinking, ‘This is it. This is what I’m meant to do.’”

For Dalia, that moment was more than just a show—it was proof of everything she had worked for “I put so much pressure on myself, and there were moments where I thought, ‘Can I really pull this off?’ But then I saw the audience, I felt their energy, and it was like all the doubt disappeared.”

She hopes that in years to come, she’ll still look back at that night with the same appreciation. “I know I’ll keep evolving, and maybe in a few years I’ll cringe at something I’m doing now,” she jokes. “But this moment? This one, I’ll hold onto.”

DJ D

HIFI Sean has never been one to follow the industry’s set paths. From his early days with The Soup Dragons to his evolution into a highly celebrated DJ and electronic producer, Sean has carved a unique space in the music world As he gears up for the release of his latest album ‘Twilight’, with fellow acclaimed DJ David McAlmont, we caught up with him to discuss his journey, the challenges of social media, and why ‘Twilight’, is one of his best releases s far

“It’s funny when people call it a career,” Sean muses “I’ve never been careerist I make it up as I go along To me, it just looks like a career from the outside.” That improvisational spirit has led him through various musical incarnations, leading up to his string of albums and work with David McAlmont alongside the underground club tracks under his HiFi Sean moniker.

One of the more surprising revelations? The origin of the name ‘HIFI Sean’ it was simply the email handle assigned to him in the early 2000s when his band The High Fidelity was formed “That was my first email address, and I still have it! It’s been a battle against spam, but I refuse to give it up because it’s part of my identity ”

Sean’s collaborative projects have introduced him to legends like Yoko Ono, Crystal Waters, and Fred Schneider of The B-52s The connection with these artists, he explains, comes down to a simple feeling “You just know when it’s right When you get that tingle, that childlike excitement it’s real That’s how I knew working with David [McAlmont] was something special ” One particularly memorable moment involved writing a track with Fred Schneider. “We had no idea what we were going to write about, so we got drunk in the West Village and started Googling trucker jargon. The next morning, hungover, we recorded ‘Truck’, and it just worked.”

Sean is acutely aware of the struggles independent artists face in today’s digital landscape. “Social media is a mind game. The algorithms dictate what gets seen, and major labels pay to fast-track their artists. Meanwhile, independent artists are stuck in a queue, trying to be heard ”

Platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, he notes, have made it harder to break through “Engagement is the biggest issue We bring audiences to these platforms, but they control who sees our work It’s frustrating ”

Despite this, he remains committed to high-quality physical releases, ensuring his music isn’t lost in the streaming void “Twilight is pressed on this gorgeous lavender vinyl It’s important to create something tangible ”

Following the success of “Daylight”, Sean and David McAlmont set out to create its darker counterpart “It’s a night-time album gentle, warm, and immersive The goal was to make it feel sleepier as it progressed, ending with Sleeping Pilland Sirens ” To ensure authenticity, he even tested the album on a late-night motorway drive “It worked perfectly It felt like a soundtrack to the quiet, neon-lit roads ”

With Twilight’s release imminent, Sean is already thinking ahead “I’ll be focusing on club tracks for a while I’ve got some electronic records coming out, and of course, David and I have ideas brewing ”

His final message? “Stick by the artists you love We’ll take you on a journey ”

HIFI Sean & David McAlmont’s new album ‘Twilight’ is out now on physical and all streaming formats