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Mia Mormino – Showtime (2021)

Mia Mormino is unleashing an empowering yet ruthless single on the world with ‘Showtime’. As part of her seven deadly sin-gles, this wicked anthem calls out those who take pride in cheating on their partners. With a ruthless flair, she targets those who take pleasure in hurting others while lifting up those who have been hurt. Through pain and heartbreak, she helps others overcome these emotions while hitting out at those who cause it.

The single continues to showcase Mormino’s soulful yet fiery musical style. Since 2019, Mormino has been moving from strength to strength with her music while showcasing the depth of her musicality. From blistering numbers to heartfelt ballads, she has been connecting with listeners, easing their sorrows and filling them with empowerment.



Mormino’s soulful vocals open ‘Showtime’ with a soft yet slinking line. The lyrics draw you into the story of the track laying down the groundwork for what is to come. The softness of the opening gets a groovy push that has you swaying to her performance. The power of her voice is on full display with this song as the chorus bursts into a golden blast of colours and emotions. There is a ruthless cut to the lyrics that is enhanced by the emotive and empowering vocals. Through the single, she connects with those who have been hurt while hitting out at those who hurt others. There is a feeling to the single that lets you unleash all your pain, anger and frustration while shoring up self-love.

The power of the vocals is bolstered by the dynamic movements of the melody. The soft piano line that rolls into jazzy drums in the opening brings warmth to the single. As Mormino’s vocals soar on the chorus, the rock guitars vibrate through the soundscape and fling you into the emotive power of her voice. There is a masterful arrangement to the melody that forms a cohesive movement that is rather undeniable. You can’t help but roll along the melody only to be picked up by the vocals.

Mia Mormino hits out at those who hurt others, says everything you wish you could and empowers those left behind in ‘Showtime’. This is an undeniably powerful song from the rise of the guitars to the empowering blast of her vocals. The smooth arrangement and dynamic movements also make it a track that you can listen to again and again. If the single on its own doesn’t have you hooked, the official music video will.

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