I´ll be right there – Press & International Reviews

Released on February 14th, 2026, „I’ll Be Right There“ is the first single from Kat Madleine’s forthcoming LP. The track received press coverage across 18 countries within two weeks of release, with reviews published in the UK, USA, Canada, France, Brazil, Egypt, Mexico, India, Italy, Iceland, UAE, Ecuador, Ghana, South Africa, Netherlands, Germany, Portugal, and Australia. The central themes identified by reviewers were the song’s connection to 90s power-pop production, its vocal-forward approach, and its thematic focus on loyalty and friendship – what Madleine describes as Vocal Kinship.

USA – We Write About Music, February 13th 2026

The emotional arc of 90s power-pop never disappeared – it simply waited for the right voice to bring it back into focus. The single is built around the concept of Vocal Kinship, and Madleine’s performance is emotionally open, front and centre in the mix. It works equally well in quiet reflection and as a shared sing-along. Music played with heart, intention, and craftsmanship does not age – it waits. wewriteaboutmusic.com

„it simply waited for the right voice to bring it back into focus.“
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UK – Karl Is My Uncle, February 14th 2026 

A powerful and cinematic ode to friendship – fairytale-esque in its emotional construction, with production that supports rather than overwhelms the vocal. karlismyunkle.com
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UK – FV Music Blog, February 14th 2026 

A stunning soft-rock single fuelled by emotive melodies and passionate performances. A song that will have you reaching for the repeat button. fvmusicblog.com | READ MORE

Canada – Avola Magazine, February 15th 2026 

Warm guitars and piano lines sit beneath Madleine’s commanding vocals, which recall the raw power of Bryan Adams and the heartfelt clarity of Celine Dion. Kat Madleine is not only reviving a beloved era of music but pushing it forward with intellect, craft, and soul. 
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UK – Distortion Diaries, February 15th 2026 

In reviving the organic soul of 90s rock-pop within a modern context, Madleine proves that authenticity never truly goes out of style. A reminder that powerful vocals, real instrumentation, and honest storytelling still matter. distortiondiaries.com | READ MORE

Brazil – Music For All, February 15th 2026 

Immensely sensitive, featuring concise melodies and an instrumental foundation that perfectly sets the stage for her vocal lines. Piano intertwining with well-placed strings and a rhythmic section that gives space to her voice. 
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Egypt – Rock Era Magazine, February 16th 2026 

A heartwarming pop anthem about loyalty to oneself, with a strong live feel and a nostalgic sound rooted in 90s romantic pop balladry. Kat Madleine’s sound and character are totally unique.
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Mexico – La Caverna, February 16th 2026 

The atmosphere combines melodic epic and intimate closeness, achieving a balance between energy and sensitivity. 
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Brazil – Roadie Music, February 17th 2026 

Dedicated to reviving the power and authenticity of 90s pop-rock – a tribute to handmade music and the timeless emotional depth of a golden era. 
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USA – HypeHub Magazine, February 17th 2026 

A long-lost classic found just when it was needed. A return to what power-pop does best – strong melodies, bright guitars, and a strong personality to carry big emotions.
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India – Sinusoidal Music, February 17th 2026 

Music with the power and potential to catch the listener’s attention through intensity, honesty, and raw emotions. The voice instantly makes listeners lose themselves to the song.
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Italy – Frequenze Musicali, February 17th 2026 

Kat Madleine doesn’t just sing – she builds bridges between the history of rock-pop and modernity. A handmade soul that makes music immortal. frequenzemusicali.it | READ MORE

France – Iggy Magazine, February 18th 2026 

The melodic legacy and vocal power of the golden age of the genre – somewhere between Bryan Adams‘ rock momentum and Céline Dion’s epic sensitivity, with a resolutely current cinematic varnish. The result is high-end power-pop.
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UK – Lock Magazine, February 18th 2026 

Blending rich, live instrumentation with polished, cinematic production, the song channels the spirit of arena-sized anthems while maintaining a modern clarity.
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Iceland – The Interviewist, February 18th 2026 

Blending 90s power-pop nostalgia with heartfelt storytelling. Madleine opens up about lifelong friendship, Vocal Kinship, and the organic emotion driving the single. Full interview available at the link. 
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Egypt – Rock Era Magazine, February 19th 2026

„Kat Madleine Achieves Global Success with “I’ll Be Right There”: Igniting a 90s Power-Pop Revival Wave Through Vocal Kinship.“
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Ecuador – A98 Program, February 20th 2026 

International coverage confirming the single’s cross-cultural reach across Latin America. a98.de

„You can feel both sides in her work: artistic feeling, and a deep understanding of songwriting, how memorable melodies are made, and why some songs last for ages.“
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Brazil – Os Garotos de Liverpool, February 20th 2026 

Brazilian coverage placing the single within the context of the international 90s revival movement. osgarotosdeliverpool.com.br

„Fusing soft rock and contemporary pop with a cinematic touch that further enhances this work of unique emotional intensity and lyricism, it can be defined as a declaration of loyalty and presence.“
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France – ExtraFrench, February 21st 2026

French-language coverage expanding the single’s reach across the French-speaking market. extravafrench.com

Kat Madleine not only mentions the 90s aesthetic. She reactivates it with conscience, […] The result: an adult anthem, bright, designed to be sung at the top of your lungs. In this era of ultra-digital production, „I’ll Be Right There“ reminds us that the combination of a great melody, an inhabited voice and instruments played with the heart remains a timeless formula. And terribly current.
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Canada – UpHere, February 23rd 2026

Canadian coverage highlighting the single’s connection to the North American independent music scene. upheremagazine.com

I’ll be right there is a revival of heartfelt pop, a bold testament of what voice and message mean in song. The track is an easy add to playlists that focus on the sometimes-conflicting values of authenticity and danceability in these troubled times.
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Brazil – In!, February 24th 2026

I’ll be right there has the essence that we spent our youth listening to, we close our eyes and surrender to the song. Kat brings a romantic ballad that is rare to hear today, a precious song that values her vocals and inspires us in the singing chorus that quickly sticks to our mind.“ indieoclock.com.br
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Ghana – aktMusic, February 24th 2026

African press coverage marking the single’s reach into the West African music media landscape. aktmusic.com

Madleine commits fully to the idea that emotional directness still matters. In an era dominated by minimalism and digital detachment, “I’ll Be Right There” argues for craftsmanship and presence. It is not chasing trends; it is reclaiming a format built on melody and conviction. 
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South Africa – Savoy Truffle Tunes, February 26th 2026

South African coverage confirming international traction across the African continent. savoytruffletunes.com

Championing a renewed commitment to authenticity and emotional storytelling, Kat Madleine is as pure a musician as I’ve come across in some time.“
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Netherlands – De Ochtendschijn, February 28th 2026

Dutch-language coverage extending the single’s reach into the Benelux market. deochtendschijn.com

Reviving the warmth of the nineties with an organic and sincere sound that recalls the emotional honesty of classic power ballads.“ 
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USA – 1111Cr3W, March 4th 2026

Print magazine feature covering the single’s impact within the independent music community. lulu.com/shop/

„PRINT MAGAZINE: „“Kat Madleine crafts a revival that doesn’t just copy the golden era; it filters it through cinematic modernity. Her ‚Vocal Kinship‘ is like Bryan Adams in a Celine Dion ballad: soaring vocals anchored in human touch, not digital perfection.“ 
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Germany – The Other Side Reviews, March 11th 2026 

After years navigating the industry – from the Cannes Film Festival to interviewing the Backstreet Boys – Kat Madleine aims to bring 90s cinematic power-pop to 21st century audiences. Authentic, hard-hitting, and brimming with the joyful delight of yesteryear. theothersidereviews.com 

„…there is a simplistic, barebones emotion reeling from Madleine’s powerful vocals.“
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Canada – Baron Mag, March 5th 2026 

Canadian coverage rounding out the single’s North American press footprint. baronmag.ca