{"id":90645,"date":"2025-04-18T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-18T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/essentiallypop.com\/epop\/?p=90645"},"modified":"2025-04-22T12:13:51","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T10:13:51","slug":"casey-mcquillen-pursues-her-dreams-with-euphoric-single-better-than-this-amidst-european-tour-supporting-anastacia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/essentiallypop.com\/epop\/2025\/04\/casey-mcquillen-pursues-her-dreams-with-euphoric-single-better-than-this-amidst-european-tour-supporting-anastacia\/","title":{"rendered":"Casey McQuillen Pursues Her Dreams With Euphoric Single \u2018Better Than This\u2019 Amidst European Tour Supporting Anastacia\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Casey McQuillen is a singer-songwriter on a meteoric rise, and with the release of \u2018Better Than This,\u2019 there\u2019s no sign of her momentum slowing down. The soaring pop-rock anthem, brimming with an uplifting essence and vocals made to echo through stadiums, is a radiant call to break free from the ordinary and pursue your wildest ambitions – no matter how intimidating they may seem.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Written during a transformative move to London and inspired by the unyielding dream of pursuing music, ‘Better Than This’ stands as living proof that bold changes can lead to extraordinary outcomes. This sentiment is echoed in the song\u2019s sonic journey, evolving from an emotive blend of piano and heartfelt vocals into a euphoric, rock-infused crescendo. Casey taints each line with raw emotion and unwavering hope, offering a sincere yearning for what\u2019s to come. With its powerhouse melodies, the triumphant track glimmers as a beacon for anyone longing for a fresh start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reflecting on the single, Better Than This arrives at the perfect moment to soundtrack Casey\u2019s life on the road, as she tours Europe to sold-out arenas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBetter Than This was born from a leap of faith – crossing the ocean to chase a lifelong dream in Europe. Over the past few months, I\u2019ve had the surreal experience of performing it live to sold-out arena crowds across the continent, opening for Eurovision winner Loreen and pop legend Anastacia,\u201d she shared. \u201cAs I step into this new chapter, I truly believe Better Than This can be the prophecy it was written to be – the moment where the dream finally meets reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And what a remarkable chapter it is for Casey, who first gained national attention on Season 13 of American Idol, and has since built a global fanbase, appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show, and toured with musical icons like James Morrison. With her genuine fun personality, confessional songwriting and dynamic approach to hit-making, she reaffirms herself as one of 2025\u2019s most prominent emerging talents. Audiences have fallen under the spell of her songs – and for Casey, the best is yet to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can listen to \u201cBetter Than This\u201d on platforms like Apple Music, Spotify, and SoundCloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Catch Casey on tour\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep up with\u00a0Casey McQuillen and her music online on Instagram<\/a>,\u00a0Twitter<\/a>,\u00a0Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0YouTube<\/a>,\u00a0TikTok<\/a>, and her official\u00a0website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Casey McQuillen is a singer-songwriter on a meteoric rise, and with the release of \u2018Better Than This,\u2019 there\u2019s no sign of her momentum slowing down. The soaring pop-rock anthem, brimming with an uplifting essence and vocals made to echo through stadiums, is a radiant call to break free from the ordinary and pursue your wildest ambitions – no matter how intimidating they may seem.<\/p>\n

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