This edition of Pop Rock BOPS is all about resilience and reinvention. From heartland grit to theatrical flair, these four artists breathe fresh life into the pop rock spectrum, each finding their own balance between emotion and electricity.
The Pulltops – Unbroken
The Pulltops turn reflection into revival, creating a sound that feels timeless and true
Unbroken is an anthem for anyone who has fallen and stood taller afterward. The Milwaukee-based duo blend Americana warmth with alternative rock muscle, layering heartfelt lyrics over soaring guitars and solid rhythms. The track’s hook, “I always lose, but still unbroken,” feels like a quiet rallying cry, delivered with raw conviction. There’s something classic in how it builds – clean structure, rich tone, and emotional reach – but it never feels nostalgic. It’s honest and cinematic, the kind of song that could soundtrack a drive through open country or the slow climb out of a hard year.
RISE – Lost For Words
RISE channel energy and emotion into a sharp, melodic burst of power.
Lost For Words captures the spark of a band who know exactly who they are. The Liverpool four-piece fuse driving guitars with polished vocal harmonies, building a sound that lands somewhere between melodic rock and modern indie grit. There’s precision here, but also heart – a rhythm that pushes forward and a chorus that sticks instantly. The performance is tight, confident, and full of intent. It’s the kind of track that reminds you why live bands still matter, because every note feels played rather than produced. Lost For Words is built to move, both emotionally and physically, and it does exactly that.
Sabina Estevez – This Is Not A Pop Song
Sabina Estevez flips the script with a defiant, electrifying pop rock statement.
This Is Not A Pop Song is bold, stylish, and full of attitude. Sabina Estevez takes the classic energy of 70s and 80s pop rock and injects it with modern confidence, resulting in something that feels both retro and brand new. The production is sleek but playful, with hooks that demand attention and lyrics that bite. Sabina’s vocal delivery is fearless, her tone balancing charm and power in equal measure. It’s a song about refusing to fit a mold, about standing tall in your own sound. In every beat and lyric, This Is Not A Pop Song lives up to its name – it’s pop rock with purpose.
Harry Kappen – The Longing
Harry Kappen turns inner conflict into a song of clarity and compassion
The Longing is both intimate and expansive, a track that feels like a conversation between head and heart. The Dutch musician and therapist writes with purpose, weaving personal introspection into a soundscape of layered guitars and soaring arrangements. There’s a maturity to his songwriting that comes from experience, yet the music remains fresh and alive. The song flows between quiet reflection and powerful release, mirroring the emotional push and pull it describes. It’s a reminder that the best pop rock doesn’t chase trends – it connects, it confides, it endures.
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