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Singer-songwriter Casey McQuillen is here to shake up the scene this February with her zesty self-love anthem, ‘Better,’ an addictive pop hit that fuses her trademark powerhouse vocals with bold, unapologetic lyrics and a flirtatious flair.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Captivating the listener with an instant, the track’s addictive groove and hook-fuelled melodies propels McQuillen’s pop appeal to a new level, whilst ensuring its empowering message is loud and clear. ‘Better’ <\/em>urges listeners to reclaim their confidence and not settle for less, and instead, choose independence and the power of self-love. Drawing from her personal experience, McQuillen is embracing 2025 with a new-found assurance, encouraging you to do the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

McQuillen has forged a unique space in the music industry, amassing millions of fans for her raw and relatable songwriting. The artist has campaigned for anti-bullying with the ‘You Matter’ tour, an initiative that provided an anti-bullying concert series at over two hundred middle and high schools for over 50,000 students across the US, the UK, and Ireland. The efforts of the \u2018You Matter\u2019 Tour was even recognised by the UN Foundation and recently featured on The Kelly Clarkson Show, solidifying the prominence of McQuillen’s deeply inspiring showcase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking for a dose of self-love or just want to feel better? Treat your ears to Casey McQuillen’s killer hit now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stream and download ‘Better’ here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Singer-songwriter Casey McQuillen is here to shake up the scene this February with her zesty self-love anthem, ‘Better,’ an addictive pop hit that fuses her trademark powerhouse vocals with bold, unapologetic lyrics and a flirtatious flair.<\/p>\n

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