How often does it happen you fall in love with an artist just from a demo? Last year, Australian newcomer Jacoténe blew me away with the sketches of her song Don’t Let Him Say Goodbye. I was so impressed by her soulful, captivating voice, I made it the Carte Blanche Music Wildcard. That was in October 2023. Now, a year later, she’s signed by major record company Sony Music, which will release her official debut EP next year.

Stop Calling is the first taste off this EP. It’s a powerful anthem of independence that deals with breaking free from toxic relationships. It explores the frustration of repeated disappointments and the courage to finally walk away.

Jacoténe says about Stop Calling: “The song is about the frustration and empowerment you feel in the face of a dishonest or manipulative relationship. It’s a situation where you’ve given another person multiple chances, but the lies and manipulation continue. It’s a song about independence and a refusal to be drawn back into an unhealthy dynamic.”

Blending relatable storytelling with undeniable musical talent, Jacoténe is a voice for the new generation. Stunningly, the Melbourne-based artist is only 18 years old. Her influences include Toots & The Maytals, Gorillaz, Adele and – you won’t be surprised – Amy Winehouse. She wrote her first song at the age of just 15 and things developed quickly from there. In 2022, Jacoténe won the Unearthed High competition of radio station Triple J. Since then, she performed live with G Flip and made her solo debut in the iconic Sydney Opera House. Also, she released four demos on streaming services.

Stop Calling by Jacoténe is the new Carte Blanche Music Wildcard. It will be prominently displayed at the top of the blog for an entire week.

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Werner Schlosser

I’m a music industry watcher and journalist. Worked at a CD club, a record store chain and was editor in chief of an entertainment trade magazine. Have been in the radio business since 1987, producing and presenting shows. Was music director of several stations. Also, I developed the European Border Breakers Chart, Music Moves Europe Talent Chart and ESNS Chart. CEO of Werner Bros. tekst | uitleg.