Olivia Dean

Voya Frequency documents the sound that shaped Issue 01. While building the magazine, certain songs stayed on repeat, influencing the mood, pace, and emotional direction of the work. From that process, one artist emerged as the defining voice of the playlist

During the making of Voya Magazine Issue 01, music became more than a background element, it became a steady presence throughout the creative process. As the founder curated a list of 21 songs that would later form the Voya Frequency playlist, certain tracks resurfaced repeatedly, shaping both the emotional tone and rhythm of the work.

Over time, one artist stood out unmistakably. Olivia Dean emerged as the most played artist during the production of the magazine, appearing four times on the Voya Frequency Issue 01 playlist. Her songs So Easy to Fall in Love, Baby Steps, Let Alone the One You Love, and Man I Need became recurring companions through long nights of writing, designing, and reflection.

This connection goes beyond repetition. Olivia Dean’s music resonates because it carries lived truth. Baby Steps, in particular, mirrors a core belief that guided the creation of Issue 01, the decision to keep moving forward even when there is no applause, no certainty, and no visible support. It is a quiet commitment to progress, one step at a time.

Songs like Man I Need and So Easy to Fall in Love evoke memories of past relationships and emotional intimacy, capturing the tenderness and vulnerability that comes with loving deeply. Let Alone the One You Love reflects a different kind of loss, echoing the pain of friendship breakups, betrayals, and the emotional distance that marked the year. Together, these songs formed a healing soundtrack, offering comfort, honesty, and emotional grounding during moments of uncertainty.

Beyond personal resonance, Olivia Dean’s rise reflects her growing cultural impact. She was recently nominated for a Grammy and, months earlier, shared that she became the first woman in history from her home country to place four songs in the top ten simultaneously. Her presence on Voya Frequency Issue 01 is both intentional and celebratory.

Through this playlist, Voya Frequency recommends Olivia Dean not just as an artist to listen to, but as one to feel. Her music holds space for reflection, healing, and quiet strength, making her a defining voice of Issue 01.

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