Australian-based pop powerhouse Jess Ball is kicking off 2025 with her latest single, Nightmare, marking her second release since signing with London-based Project Melody Music (Owen Cutts, Monster Florence, The Big Pink).
A dynamic follow-up to last year’s acclaimed single That Way, Jess’s latest offering delivers an edgier pop-packed experience that delves into the struggles of finding one’s place in life and the uncertainty of what lies ahead.
Jess shares: “‘Nightmare’ reflects the trial and error of making life decisions, the self-doubt that comes with it, and the human tendency to desire the unattainable. It’s about feeling trapped in your ambitions while navigating the uncertainty of what lies ahead.”
Serving a strong bassline and groove-driven production, Nightmare is a pop anthem for the modern grind, blending urgency and allure through textured distortion, siren-like soundscapes, and layers of hook-driven pop melodies. Jess’s distinctive low, honey-toned vocals glide effortlessly over the track’s pulsating rhythm, dripping with frustration and self-deprecating sarcasm.
For fans of Olivia Dean, Dua Lipa, and Tove Lo, Jess Ball is proving she’s a rising star in the global pop arena, bringing a fresh voice and dynamic energy to the scene.
Nightmare will be available on all streaming platforms from 24 January 2025, promising to be a defining release for Jess Ball and a thrilling marker for what’s ahead.
Nightmare IS OUT NOW – LISTEN HERE

With thanks to Morena Comms