Young local musician Maya O’Loughlin earlier this month debuted ‘Something New’, a brand-new single about friendship and close connections.
Celebrating the close friendships made in high school that have lasted as Ms O’Loughlin’s group has grown older, the song is a pleasant reminder to cherish the bonds made with the people who stick close by.
‘Something New’ is the latest addition to the country/pop singer’s discography, alongside her previous singles including ‘My Friend Katie’, ‘Red Flags’, and ‘Summer Days’.
Ms O’Loughlin said she was excited to be able to release music and share it with the public.
“I’m feeling excited and pumped that everyone knows my songs, what they’re about, and having them out there so people can listen and get their own backstory and relate to the songs themselves,” she said.
“It’s not always easy writing a song, it takes time. Getting those first few lines and melody and all that, and then going to someone who can help you if you need it, getting the instruments, recording it, and getting it professionally done, is a long process.
“Paul [Ray] has been amazing at doing all the work and helping me to do all that.”
‘Something New’ was released with a live performance at Kilmore’s Caffeine Bar, supported by performances from local musicians Grace Frost and Tilly Rose alongside producer Paul Ray.
Ms O’Loughlin said she was happy to be able to perform the song to a crowd and felt motivated to stay involved in music.
“Everyone seemed to be involved, listening, cheering on, encouraging Tilly and Grace, and making us feel loved while doing what we love to do. It encourages us to keep going,” she said.
“I’m going to keep writing new songs, hopefully releasing a lot more, and getting myself out there and performing at bigger gigs.”
, and she can be found on Instagram @mayaoloughlinmusic.
