Hmm... Ella Maddux

A 19-year-old Southern California native who sharpened her songwriting teeth in Nashville recording studios? I'm listening. Ella Maddux has been building her pop blueprint under the influence of giant pens like Julia Michaels and Taylor Swift, and the industry is starting to take note. Her track "Traveling Man" just secured the cover spot on Spotify's Fresh Finds Pop playlist at #1, while also sliding onto the main Fresh Finds list at #25. The DIY pop lane is crowded, but Ella's sharp songwriting pedigree is already cutting through the noise. Keep your eyes on this girl.