'Tears on the dancefloor' Single Artwork
UPSAHL is a dynamic artist known for her ability to ignite a party while delivering raw, honest truths, all with a punk rock spirit. Since her breakout viral hit ‘Drugs’ in 2020, the Phoenix, Arizona native has established herself as a versatile and prolific talent. Following the release of her bold 2021 debut album ‘Lady Jesus,’ she dropped four EPs and a series of sharp singles that capture her journey into adulthood through punchy, radio-ready pop infused with diverse influences. With songwriting credits for major artists like Dua Lipa, Madison Beer, Demi Lovato, Reneé Rapp, and Dove Cameron, UPSAHL has cultivated a distinct and compelling alternative edge.
UPSAHL’s latest track, ‘Tears on the Dancefloor,’ marks a standout moment in her evolving sound, blending emotional depth with infectious energy. This ear-catching single draws inspiration from her love of Timbaland-era Nelly Furtado, as UPSAHL delivers sultry, husky vocals that seamlessly soar into higher registers. The song captures the liberating moment when heartbreak fades and you begin to feel like yourself again. The accompanying music video, a nod to the iconic opening scene from “Blade” (1998), pulses with energy on a crowded dance floor, amplifying the track’s intense and electrifying vibe.
Reflecting on the song, UPSAHL shares: ‘Tears On The Dancefloor’ is about feeling mysterious, while vulnerable and emotional at the same time. It was inspired by those nights out that sometimes end in tears - to be honest, that shit feels like free therapy. When we made this song, we had been listening to a lot of Nelly Furtado, so the production was heavily inspired by Timbaland and the overall vibe of the early 2000s. These are my favorite types of songs, the ones that are secretly kind of sad, but can still be played at the afterparty.”
Earlier this summer, UPSAHL dropped her sultry anthem, ‘Summer So Hot’, a track tailor-made for poolside speakers and warm, sunny days. Featuring breezy vocals, sharp breath control, and rapid-fire lyrical verses, the song is driven by an electro-infused bassline that keeps the energy high. The accompanying music video, shifting between a lively poolside dance party and a steamy, intimate shoot indoors, captures the essence of a typical summer hangout amid scorching heat.
When speaking about ‘Summer So Hot’, UPSAHL says: “I wrote ‘Summer So Hot’ in the middle of winter in London. I was feeling nostalgic for that perfect summer day where all fucks fly out the window, you’re just being present with friends, and escaping to wherever the day takes you.”
The song is currently being played on SiriusXM’s Hits 1 and has made a huge impact across the country. LISTEN HERE & WATCH HERE.
UPSAHL’s magnetic and enchanting style has solidified her place in the industry with her critically acclaimed debut album ‘Lady Jesus,’ the ‘Sagittarius’ EP, and her latest release, ‘The PHX Tapes’ (2023). Having previously toured with Tove Lo, Yungblud, and Melanie Martinez, UPSAHL is a favorite among fellow artists and is well-versed in the touring circuit. Her live shows are electric and empowering, showcasing her versatility as a "top-tier pop music chameleon." With her dynamic guitar skills and wide-ranging vocals, her performances, including recent shows opening for Madison Beer in Tampa Bay and Houston, have earned rave reviews.
This year's “Melt me down” international headline tour is set to become the major pivotal milestone in UPSAHL’s music career. With a run of shows across Europe, the U.K., and North America, UPSAHL is playing her largest venues to date, performing for her legion of fans across the globe.
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Started on August 24 with a smashing performance at the Smukfest 2024 festival in Skanderborg, Denmark, UPSAHL hit venues and fests in the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Poland, Finland, and Norway and continued across the Atlantic shaking North American stages for two months with stops in Los Angeles, Phoenix (her hometown), Austin, Atlanta, Philadelphia, New York City, Seattle, and 14 other major US and Canadian cities before she returns to Europe again in November. This time UPSAHL will rejoice with her fans in the U.K., Belgium, Netherlands, and Germany and finalize her cross-continental journey in Badaboum, Paris, on November 26, 2024.
Hailed by SPIN as “one of the most exciting new voices in music right now,” alternative pop singer-songwriter UPSAHL proved a teenage sensation in her native Arizona and quickly rose to national attention in 2019 as the first signing to the relaunched Arista Records label. Her enigmatic and endearing style – showcased on her 2021 debut album, Lady Jesus, and her RIAA Gold-certified, top trending TikTok favorites, “DRUGS” and “People I Don’t Like” – has earned her more than 700M worldwide streams to date, tens of millions of multiplatform views, and critical applause from such high profile outlets as NYLON, V Magazine, PAPER, Billboard, Consequence of Sound, Alternative Press, PEOPLE, and more. What’s more, UPSAHL’s gift for brazenly irresistible songcraft led to a major publishing bidding war, resulting in a deal with Universal Music Publishing that has seen her writing or co-writing pop hits for such stars as Dua Lipa (featured on 2020’s RIAA Platinum-certified, GRAMMY® Award-winning album, Future Nostalgia), Demi Lovato, Madison Beer, Mike Shinoda, GAYLE, Dove Cameron, Charlotte Cardin, and Reneé Rapp. In addition, her songs have seen prominent placement in a wide variety of TV projects, spanning HBO’s Gossip Girl, Apple TV’s Dickinson, CBS’s Love Island, Netflix’s Young Royals, Showtime’s The L Word, and many others. Known as a gifted live performer, UPSAHL has headlined sold-out shows around the world, lit up international festivals such as Lollapalooza, Outside Lands, France’s Rock en Seine, and the UK’s legendary Reading/Leeds, made high profile TV appearances on CBS’ The Late Show with Stephen Colbertand The Late Late Show with James Corden, and shared stages with Melanie Martinez, Tove Lo, Madison Beer, Yungblud, FLETCHER, and more. 2023 saw UPSAHL continuing to innovate with UPSAHL PRESENTS: THE PHX TAPES, a groundbreaking series of A/B-sided mixtapes released throughout the year. Arista Records is an American record label owned by Sony Music Entertainment, a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America. Featuring artists like Bishop Briggs, IDMAN, Joy Again, Lola Brooke, Måneskin, Marco Luka, Thomas Day, Upsahl, Weston Estate & more
