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"This track is an absolute classy tune with regard to imprinting on your mind. It’s an easy melody to get into, and lyrically it’s got a tale we can all relate to at some point in our lives on this silly old rock we all share. There’s a lovely warmth and an odd cheekiness to the instrumentation and composition that I like very much. It gives tangible depth to an already deeply meaningful set of lyrics. This one will definitely do the rounds for airplay, and deservedly so. A songwriter with this talent should be supported"

New Music from Kiwi Emergency Nurse Zoë Vera:

"Dizzying captures the emotional tension between wanting and fearing love. It reflects the courage it takes to open your heart when faced with the thrill of a new, exciting connection, while feeling paralysed by past relationships and unhealed wounds. This widely relatable track pairs a lively, upbeat, and catchy melody with moments of introspective tension". 

“Together, these releases mark a powerful new chapter for Zoë Vera, reaffirming her ability to translate vulnerability into connection. Twelve Feet Under is the second single from Live Harder. Written in the aftermath of a prolonged legal battle, the track captures the crushing weight of overwhelm, moving between despair and defiance as it reflects the pressure to “move on” once a difficult chapter closes. Raw yet resolute, ‘Twelve Feet Under’ stands as a survival anthem — refusing to let trauma dictate the final outcome”. 

"Good Enough speaks to an experience that feels increasingly universal in a world where social media amplifies the pressure to measure ourselves against others.
 

The musical build-up of this song is very solid, with some theatrical touches. The hook remains the strongest part due to its multi-textured mix. The vocals sound wonderful, bringing the narrative to life. Zoë has the scene on lock with Good Enough."

"Assertively defining her place within the New Zealand musical community, nuanced indie pop artist Zoë Vera’s work refuses to go unnoticed as she makes her presence known throughout the airwaves. 

The pathos of her creative mission feels wholly embodied within the lyrics of her latest single “Good Enough.” Unafraid to express vulnerability in her work, her sense of sentimentality is put on full display within the lyrics of this music. 

Channeling a lifetime of adolescent insecurities into the minutes of this track, there is an unmistakable sense of empowerment in the way Vera owns the pages of her own life and chooses to embrace her own sense of self. Steeped in overtones of angst and melancholy, but delivered with a sense of refinement and composure, it feels impossible to not develop a strong connection to the artist’s story as we feel their sense of ambition to accept themself for who they truly are." 

"New Zealand-based singer-songwriter Zoë Vera’s new single, “Good Enough,” is told from Vera’s perspective as a twin, taking listeners to a world of deep comparison since birth.  The chorus is an explosion of Vera’s pain – hard-hitting piano chords, soft-strumming guitar, and drums – along with her soft yet assertive vocals. This raw vulnerability is striking in today’s music scene, making for a truly memorable, must-listen track." 

"It's songs like these that make us think and feel. I love hearing completely authentic songs, like this one. It has that youthful undertone and still somehow beckons classic contemporary pop. It's a song you can easily picture in the scene of a film or a TV show, and this is mostly because of its emotional backbone and sentiment, but it also has to do with the music itself and the songwriting. It's got heart, personality, it's full of character, and it's that boisterous honesty that really paints a picture for you and gives you a little piece of who she is. That is exactly what we need more of when it comes to pop music in general.
 

As far as we know, this is a glimpse of an upcoming EP release from the artist, and I certainly can't wait to hear more from this record. I have a feeling the whole thing is going to offer this massive amount of personality and just authenticity through and through."

"Good Enough, the first single to be released from the EP, explores the universal experience of comparison, self-worth and the toll of trying to be “enough”. Written from Zoe’s perspective as a twin, in a moment that should’ve felt celebratory, she reflected on how comparison shaped her identity. With social media amplifying this pressure, the song feels widely resonant." 

"Good Enough, the first single to be released from the EP, explores the universal experience of comparison, self-worth and the toll of trying to be “enough”. Written from Zoe’s perspective as a twin, in a moment that should’ve felt celebratory, she reflected on how comparison shaped her identity. With social media amplifying this pressure, the song feels widely resonant." 

"This number hits wildly with raw emotion...The acoustic feeling to Amsterdam rallies around listeners, bringing them into the bubble that Zoë is expressing, allowing small amounts of intimate, raw emotion to be shared with nothing but beautiful truths from her internal dialogue, something Zoë does with ease, and extraordinary bravery. Amsterdam embraces you like the warmest, long-held hug from the ones you enjoy the company of the most; it is special, magnetic and really suits the launch of the vibe of Zoë's latest single". 

"Pop singer-songwriter Zoë Vera is back with her latest single, Amsterdam a vulnerable and raw exploration of depression, hopelessness, and self-reflection. The new track comes on the heels of her successful debut single, Don't Make It My Fault, which garnered widespread attention and critical acclaim earlier this year." 

“Heartbreak is one of the cornerstones of songwriting, with untold songs written on the subject, and yet talented artists like Zoë Vera continue to dip into this emotional well. ’Don’t Make It My Fault’ is about love gone wrong but Vera’s manages to give us a vulnerable and tender song without delving into the anger or jaded skepticism often found in such songs. Her vocal range and emotive delivery is impressive and this song has a haunting quality that makes you want to give her a comforting hug afterward.”

"Heroic nurse and wonderfully gifted musician, Zoë Vera, who hails from Auckland, is slowly creeping back onto the New Zealand music scene having recently released her exceptionally personal, vulnerable track from her archive titled Don't Make It My Fault."

"Zoë Vera's simple songwriting approach is moving and heartfelt, focusing on raw lyricism and showing off her beautiful vocal. This is a gorgeous introduction to a Kiwi artist who's sure to stay on your musical radar."

"Zoë Vera should be commended for her rawness within her lyrical journey. It brings so many special moments for her listeners and leaves plenty of room for the audience to insert their own story into the emotion. Beautifully done."