magenta’s ‘your love is real’ captures the joy of first love in dreamy alt-pop

Toronto-based alternative-pop singer-songwriter magenta returns with her highly anticipated single, “Your Love Is Real”, offering a heartfelt and dreamy ode to the thrill of first love. Known for her honest and emotional storytelling, magenta’s latest release showcases her evolution as an artist, blending ethereal soundscapes with personal, vulnerable lyricism.

“Your Love Is Real” is the first single from magenta’s forthcoming third EP, set for release in early 2025. The track marks a pivotal moment in her artistic journey, capturing the excitement and raw emotion of new love. As magenta explains, “I wrote the song in June 2023, one month into dating my girlfriend. It was the first time I’d ever felt something so special, and writing the song was like a celebration of that feeling.” This tender, personal connection is palpable in every note, making the song a deeply intimate and relatable anthem for anyone who has experienced the joy of new love.

Produced by longtime collaborator Joshua Northwood, “Your Love Is Real” blends atmospheric synths, gentle guitar lines, and magenta’s emotive vocals, creating a lush soundscape that perfectly complements the song’s lyrical vulnerability. The production balances softness and strength, allowing magenta’s voice to shine while also building a dreamy, immersive world around it.

With “Your Love Is Real”, magenta steps into a new chapter of her career, offering a mature, emotionally resonant track that feels both personal and universal. As an introduction to her upcoming EP, this single sets the stage for what promises to be her most impactful work yet, funded by a grant from the Canada Council for the Arts. “Your Love Is Real” is a celebration of love’s beauty and the emotions it brings, making it a standout in magenta’s growing discography.