It’s difficult to pinpoint whether it’s the palpable sincerity in her songwriting, the gentle emotiveness in her voice, or simply the unrestrained passion in her delivery that makes you fall in love with her music. All in all, Las Vegas-based songstress Madness Maddi showcases an artistic integrity and authenticity that have been lacking in the music market today, making her an easy recommendation for lovers of pop, R&B, indie/alternative, and rock. Unbeholden to any one style or genre, she excels as a multifaceted singer-songwriter who comfortably fits in any box and yet cannot be boxed. Her story begins in her hometown of Baltimore, where she decided to relocate to Las Vegas in pursuit of her dreams. This period brought along with it trials and tribulations as well as healing and rebirth.
Taking inspiration from the first two years away from her familiar East Coast environment, the EP “Make Room for Me” captures this transformative journey—a journey that has been far from easy but one that has come with inestimable life lessons and has seen her heal and grow considerably.
The opener, “Beat the Odds,” is an anthem for overcoming challenges and captures Maddi’s tumultuous experiences in an unfamiliar territory with vivid details. This includes losing her job and struggling to survive, balancing music and school, and grappling with the loneliness of being far from anyone she knows. The mellow, guitar-laden intro sets such a warm tone that it immediately wraps around a listener like a warm embrace right before the upbeat instrumentals are unleashed, immediately met by the vocal prowess of Maddi as she sings like a canary. Her passion is undeniable, and the raw emotions in her voice elevate the song to new heights.
The song features an impressive, visually arresting music video that features some scene-stealing visuals, underscoring the song’s emotional depth.
Another stunning jam is “My Friend,” a sorrowful tune that captures the profound loss of Maddi’s friend to suicide and the unimaginable pain that it brings. The thoughtful production provides solid support for her soulful, emotion-drenched vocals as she captures both the pain and remorse that such a loss brings along. This song is guaranteed to resonate with anyone who has ever lost a loved one to suicide and can’t stop thinking about them.
“Raised on Survival” features a dulcet piano-laden intro as Maddi’s beautifully gentle yet emotive vocals walk over the stunning melodies before the track gains color and depth with a strong percussive beat. Still, her vocals remain unfazed, unleashed with the same fire and expressiveness as she projects her soul and heart. The lyrics capture how a person’s tumultuous past can impact future relationships; hence, they need patience, kindness, and understanding as they continue navigating their hurtful and traumatic past.
The EP closes with a spoken word outro, which is meant to inspire and motivate listeners in their own journeys and remind them that all they have to do is scream into the world to make room for them and wait determinedly for that to happen!
A stunning blend of passion, message, infectious melodies, vocal prowess, and creativity, “Make Room for Me” is guaranteed ear candy and marks a significant milestone in Madness Maddi’s career that is just in its inaugural stages.
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