Hailing from Chicago, Mel Senese is a rising artist who brings a fresh and inspired take to the pop rock style. Drawing on influences such as Pink, Paramore and No Doubt, she stitches her music with emotion and energy, creating a sound of alternative pop rock that’s entirely her own.
Making her mark as a performer throughout the Midwest, Mel Senese’s talent was recognised when she earned the title of Chicago Big Break Champion back in 2017. Her journey includes opening for leading artists such as Dorothy and The Veronica’s, showcasing her commanding stage presence and musical talent. She first unveiled her sound to the world with her debut single “Prey” released in 2019, which she followed up with a string of well-received singles over the next couple of years as well as a collaborative track with Sara Luna on “Sadly Ever After (Anxiety).”
As the world grappled with the challenges of the pandemic in 2020, Mel turned to live streaming as a means of connecting with her audience. What began as a response to the chaos of the times became a regular event, leading to a loyal following eagerly awaiting her weekly Wednesday streams. Her efforts engaging with fans through this platform even earned her recognition in the Chicago Tribune, along with a TV performance and interview on ABC7.
Now, following up her last release, the single “Merry Go Round” in 2021, she breaks a two year hiatus to return with a brand new single titled “Untouchable.” The track explores the theme of mutual support and encouragement during challenging times, serving as a reminder to lift each other up and reach out when needed.
Kicked off with stuttered vocals shots, the song pops with a bouncy rhythm of funk-infused guitar skanks, grooving bass lines and shuffling drums as Mel’s smooth vocal leads ride above. Casting an instantly catchy sound from the outset, “Untouchable” serves up an infectious rock-tinged alternative pop sound. Dipping the drums down as her voice floats in the pre-chorus, the marching roll of snare builds the tension before the song launches into an anthemic sound of punching beats, bright guitar chords and soaring vocal leads carrying memorable melodies and uplifting lyricism.
Injecting rapped flows and shifting rhythm, the track flows through an engrossing pop landscape that bends from delicate piano-led moments to explosive pop rock splendour. It’s a superb showcase of her songwriting talent and vocal panache that sees Mel Senese make a sensational return to releasing original music.
Listen to Untouchable below
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