“poolside” is about seeing someone’s hurt up close and choosing to love them gently through it, even when the journey gets messy.
Izabel
THE RELEASE
Fresh off a viral moment on TikTok with her intimate r&b single “nobody else,” London singer Izabel returns with a new release – the warm yet emotionally raw “poolside.” Produced by ymprl and elevated by the smooth, melodic guitar work of Tommy Lynwood, the stripped-back track blends sultry alt-r&b with soft textures, creating the perfect backdrop for Izabel’s confessional storytelling.
Lyrically, “poolside” dives into the messy, fragile space between healing and new love. Izabel confronts emotional baggage, broken trust, and the habit of “romanticising bullshit,” offering a rare balance of vulnerability and strength. It’s a song about meeting someone guarded by past hurt and choosing to show up anyway – with honesty, safety, and patience. Set against the imagery of a carefree summer moment that sparks clarity, “poolside” captures the chaos, beauty, and rebuilding that come with trying again.
THE ARTIST
izabalien
Born in Bulgaria and now based in the UK, singer, songwriter, artist, and Instagram baddie izabalien (fka Izabel) has been making waves with her distinctive blend of music, fashion, and digital culture. Since relocating to London in 2019, she has honed her craft while studying at the BIMM Institute, graduating with a strong foundation in contemporary music performance and artistry. Combining bold aesthetics, unapologetic self-expression, and a growing online presence, izabalien continues to carve out her own lane as a rising voice in the alternative r&b/pop landscape.
- Live performance at ESNS 2026 and performed live alongside artists like Asher Roth, Tia Gordon, Akemi Fox, and Loie
- Featured on Apple Music's New in R&B, Brown Sugar, Grown N Sexy, Soul Revival, Love Letters editorials
- Featured on Spotify's Fresh Finds R&B and Just Dropped
- Featured on Amazon Music's +44 R&B, Breakthrough R&B, Brand New Music
- Featured on Deezer's Lounge, Cheezzzy, and UK Gems
- Featured on Pandora's CLIMAX: Slow Jams and Indie R&B
- Featured on TIDAL's Pop&B and TIDAL RISING: August 2025
- Radio airplay on BBC 1Xtra (Theo Johnson), KISS FM (DJ Ace), RTR FM (AU), Global Soul Radio & more
- Coverage on COLORS (homepage), NOTION, EARMILK, Magnetic Magazine, Neon Music
- Chosen as un:hurd's Artist of 2024
- Worked with artists like Col3trane, Miraa May, edbl, Mom Tudie, Loie, and Monro (Jhené Aiko, John Legend, Masego)
ymprl
ymprl is an up-and-coming producer whose sound is anything but stale. Growing up with the sound of Mr Carmack, ESTA, and Flume, he merges the vibrancy of future bass with lush melodies to create an alluring experimental bounce that’s hard to classify.
- Featured on BBC Radio 1 (for "Carefree" from Bulgarian Beat Wave vol. 1)
- Rotation on SiriusXM Chill
- Featured on CLASH Magazine
- Featured on Apple Music's BEATstrumentals, Lo-Fi Chill, Winter Chill, Chilling Out (Frostbite) and Today's Chill
- Featured on Deezer's study lofi
- Part of the JAMBOX event series
- 15M+ streams across streaming platforms
- Featured on YouTube's Chemistry: Fresh Dance Hits & New Dance 2025 selections
- Support on Pandora's Hot Drop, Incoming: Dance Hits, New Electronic, and London: UK Garage stations
- Featured on Amazon Music's Electronic Feels editorial selection
- Featured on TIDAL's Electronic: Rising
