Julia Kate shares new single “Fake Friends”

Julia Kate is a rising singer-songwriter coming out of Sherman Oaks in California and bringing her own brand of indie pop that blends sharp lyricism with a cutting edge sound. Currently studying songwriting and professional music at Berklee College of Music in Boston, she draws inspiration from artists like Taylor Swift, Lorde, Billie Eilish and Lana Del Rey to deliver her fiercely original musical output.

First starting her songwriting endeavours back in high school, she experimented with crafting original material while a family friend introduced her to producer Johnny What, known for his work with Juice WRLD and Pentatonix. Recognising her potential, Johnny brought in musical director Nick Rosen and Jacob Wick, formerly of the band Dreamers, to help develop Julia’s sound. Together, the group helped bring to life Julia’s sonic vision which she first shared with the world in 2022 with her debut single “Timothée Chalamet,” quickly followed up with singles two and three and her first EP, just a kid, later that year.

Before heading to Berklee in the autumn of 2023, Julia returned to the studio with Nick Rosen to record her second EP, yearbook, which arrived in September that year. Between her studies, she regularly returns to Los Angeles to perform at well-known venues like The Hotel Café and The Mint, building her reputation as a compelling live performer.

Now, she brings us her latest release with her new single titled “fake friends,” a track that stitches together the infectious energy of 80s female new wave with angsty, socially aware lyricism. The song serves as a reflection on the performative nature of social media, capturing the contrast between online personas and real-life relationships, wrapped up in her lively rock-inflected pop sound.

Opened with the snap of a steady beat and pulse of grooving bass line, Julia’s commanding vocals enter to spin catchy vocal hooks above, crafting a subtly moody and instantly memorable sound. Building to an epic chorus, her voice takes flight above the driving energy of the arrangement to deliver an infectious, singalong quality burst of pop rock music.

Putting her original songwriting flair and vocal talent on full display, with “fake friends,” Julia Kate serves up an anthemic sound that’s sure to win over fans around the world. With more music lined up for this year and a support slot for the iconic 80s outfit Missing Persons featuring lead singer Dale Bozzio, 2025 is set to be another thrilling year for this exciting artist who continues going from strength to strength with each move.

Listen to Fake Friends below

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