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This NITH spotlight, backed by BeatsWithSheph, showcases New York artist RPKprincess.
Meet RPKprincess, New York’s latest sonic disruptor who’s redefining the boundaries of pop with her single, Shallow. The creation of Bella Flowers, RPKprincess blends dreamy shoegaze vibes with raw, gritty beats, conjuring a soundscape that feels like a hazy memory you can’t quite shake.
Shallow is hypnotic—a cascade of reverb-soaked guitars and breathy vocals that could melt your soul, but still keeps you tapping along with it’s catchy as all hell beat.
With a persona that’s part e-girl and part visionary artist, RPKprincess isn’t just making music; she’s creating a world. Her lyrics dive deep into self-discovery, but in the same breath, she reminds us that sometimes, meaning is beside the point. It’s all about the feeling, the mood—which she delivers in vey large doses.
The visuals for Shallow? Equally as engaging. Her collaboration with Sasha Shapiro and Laundrymen Productions brings her hauntingly beautiful universe to life, confirming what we’ve always known: RPKprincess is in a league of her own.
This Needle in the Hay spotlight, backed by BeatsWithSheph, shines a well-deserved light on an artist who’s not just part of the pop world—she’s shaping its future.
Listen below, and stay connected to RPKprincess through her Instagram.
Happy Mag’s Needle in the Hay is an annual music competition in Australia and New Zealand, aimed at spotlighting emerging artists at a critical stage in their careers.
The competition provides musicians with valuable exposure, a chance to win 250 copies of their single on 7-inch vinyl, and a prize pool of over $50,000.
This NITH spotlight is made possible by BeatsWithSheph, the creation of Australian producer Shepherd Shemuel. Known for crafting exclusive beats in hip-hop, trap, and electronic, BeatsWithSheph provides high-quality instrumentals that help emerging artists stand out.
Explore BeatsWithSheph’s innovative sounds and see how they’re shaping the music scene here.
For more details on entering Needle in the Hay head here.