We recently had the chance to sit down with rising country artist Dianña to talk about her powerful new single Girl With No Last Name. The track is raw, catchy, and full of grit, showing a new side of her artistry.
With more than one million total streams on Spotify across her growing catalog, Dianña is clearly carving out her place in the music world. If she has not been on your radar yet, now is the perfect moment to get to know her.
Hey Dianña! Tell us more about you. What's your journey been like so far in the music industry?
I have always loved music. Music took me away from a lot of hardships in my life over which I had no control. Music put me in a world of my own. As far as the music industry, I love being able to sing about my life’s journey, be it tragic or happy. I get to share MY STORIES.
Who and what are your musical inspirations?
My inspirations in country music at the moment are Dolly Parton for her story writing skills, Chris Stapleton for his cool sound, and Keith Urban for bringing in the Rock guitar sounds. I am loving Elle King and Jelly Roll for their alternative country sound.
We love your new single 'Girl With No Last Name.' Very edgy, powerful tune. What inspired this song?
Girl With No Last Name was inspired by my feelings about the many last names I’ve been given from birth through marriage. I just go by Dianña now because of all the drama I associate with my last names. Each verse tells a story linked to one of my last names. The bridge screams about how those who gave me those names should pay for my therapy. For now, writing about my life and putting my songs out is MY THERAPY!
What's next for you and your musical career?
I hope to start performing live again, which basically stopped for a few years during the pandemic. I love to sing live on stage! To tour is my Dream!
What's one hobby you enjoy doing outside of music?
My newest hobby outside of music is creating a quiet sanctuary in my own backyard. I also like going to Flee Markets and Goodwill. I guess it’s true, other people's junk is becoming my new treasure.
How can our readers keep up with you going forward?
You can follow me on any of my social media including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Spotify and my Website diannacountry.com. #diannacountry
ON THE RISE
Lebanese artist Elie Al Hajj — better known as Ely — is ready for connection.
His new rock song, “My Falling Star,” dropped last month. The track is a showcase for Ely’s versatility and passion. The song and its 80s vibes will appeal to audiences eager for their next heartbreak anthem.
The lyrics recount a love that ended too soon, and the reminiscence of a night under a sky full of shooting stars. Amidst thundering drums and a big guitar solo, Ely’s pleading voice is the main focus, with a Cher-like tone quality and vibrato.
Ely’s persistent passion is reflected in the song’s repeating four chords. Like that night with the shooting star that he can’t forget, the music returns again to remind him:
I feel the pain inside my broken heart
I never felt this way before, girl
I never want to feel this way again
Goodbye to you, my falling star
Your love will always shine on me
I’ll close my eyes and there you’ll be
With English lyrics, Ely, 43, aims to reach beyond the Mediterranean basin to connect with international fans. While he also releases songs in Arabic, he has broader plans for his music.
He says, "In Lebanon, most of the people and the known artists sing in Arabic... But I can do both. I can do English, I can do Arabic. By recording in English, I'm aiming to appeal to a more international audience."
He knows it won’t be easy to reach his fans, but he is not afraid to put in the work. His songs, like “My Falling Star,” are beacons to the like-minded lovers and dreamers out there in the world somewhere.
Ely says, "I just want my fans, if it happens, I just want them to respect what I do in the same way that I respect them and the same way that I give them my music from the heart."
Ely’s creative background extends beyond music. A filmmaker, he is known for directing and starring in the 2018 romantic comedy, I'd Prefer Your Problems Princess. His filmmaking prowess is also put to use as he directs his music videos. This includes the beautiful outdoor locations for “My Falling Star”.
With “My Falling Star,” Ely is committed to building a genuine audience for his own songs — not just covers, not just regional radio play, but an international fan base connected by shared emotion and respect.
His wistful lyrics and emotive instrumental playing may have been born from heartbreak, but Ely insists they point toward something larger: persistence, hope, and the belief that music still has the power to bridge worlds. He doesn’t want to wait any longer.
“I’m 43 now — there’s no more wasting time,” Ely says. “I just want people to hear about me, to feel what I feel, and to know that I give them everything from the heart. If I can reach fans who give that back, I’ll have done what I set out to do.”
With the passion and progress of songs like “My Falling Star,” it’s clear that Elie al Hajj is ready to make the leap. Fans can dive into Ely’s work and listen to “My Falling Star” at the links below:
