Darrian Gerard is a British Columbia, Canada-based pop singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who has featured on the blog a couple of times before. I first discovered her last summer through her breakup track I’m Not Sorry. Then, more recently I ran the rule over her cathartic track Explosion. Her latest is one that drives ever deeper. It’s called Powerless.

By Graeme Smith

Feature photo by Lexis Lane Photography

Powerless tells the story of a homeless girl. Overlooked by the world, she has no voice and nowhere to go. Yet, it’s not a tale of misery. In fact, there’s a vibrant pop rock energy about it. Big beats mix with ’80s synths in a darkly Gothic soundscape reminiscent of Halsey.

It’s yet more proof of Darrian’s talent. She’s an incredible songwriter with a voice to die for. If you like pop rock akin to Avril Lavigne and Blink-182 then you’ll find a lot to love in Powerless. You can give it a listen below.