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Melissa Bel reveals video for ‘Big Boys Don’t Cry’!

Posted Thu, 12 Oct 2017


"...instantly contagious and uplifting."

- Celeb Mix



"...an undeniably catchy iridescent pop anthem." - Gigslutz


For fans of... Little Mix, Meghan Trainor, Taylor Swift


Following the success of her latest album In The Light, Toronto born Melissa Bel returns with a joy-filled new video for her single Big Boys Don’t Cry, out now via Belhop Records and available to buy on iTunes and stream on Spotify.

The video premiered on Celeb Mix and is available to stream on Melissa's YouTube channel now.



Melissa explains Big Boys Don’t Cry is “the song that’s supposed to cheer you up after a breakup”. Its an upbeat slice of catchy pop, combining Bel’s powerful soul vocals and uptempo jazzy beats to create a fun-filled and impassioned track. Oozing elements of ‘60s doo-wop alongside buoyant refrains and honey-sweet harmonies akin to the likes of Meghan Trainor, it’s an instantly contagious and undeniably uplifting creation. The video complements the track perfectly, with Melissa strolling around her adopted hometown of Exeter happily alongside her friends after kicking out her ex. The ideal antidote for fixing a broken heart.

You can also stream the single now via Melissa's Soundcloud page.



Melissa grew up listening to soul and classic rock and draws inspiration from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Christina Aguilera amongst others. She also regularly receives creative support from producer/songwriter Justin Gray, who has worked with artists such as Joss Stone, John Legend and Amy Winehouse and also produced Melissa’s last album.

Melissa is certainly not afraid of hard work, having already released four albums throughout her career thus far, and played numerous live shows including a 14-date tour of Germany, Montreal’s Festiblues, opening for Juno Award winning Canadian artist Matthew Good and a live lounge session for BBC Introducing Devon. Now, with acclaim from the likes of Gigslutz and The Vinyl District under her belt, Bel offers another enlivening treat with the video for Big Boys Don’t Cry.

Big Boys Don’t Cry is out now via Belhop Records and available to buy on iTunes and stream on Spotify.

Melissa's album In The Light is out now via Belhop Records and is available to buy on iTunes and stream on Spotify.

If you'd like more information on Melissa Bel or our PR services, please email info@abadgeoffriendship.com.

Melissa Bel’s new album ‘In The Light’ out now!

Posted Tue, 08 Nov 2016


"...an undeniably catchy iridescent pop anthem." - Gigslutz


For fans of... Meghan Trainor, Little Mix, Emeli Sandé

After a fateful night in Vegas, Toronto-bred Melissa Bel followed her heart and took the leap to move to the UK with her new found love. Her latest album In The Light is out now via Belhop Records and tells the story of this journey. The album is available to buy on iTunes and stream on Spotify now.

To celebrate the release, title track In The Light premiered on Talk About Pop Music and is also available to stream on Melissa's Soundcloud page now.


You can also stream previous singles Dirty Word and Big Boys Don't Cry via Melissa's Soundcloud page now.


Melissa also recently shared a stunning live video for Big Boys Don't Cry, which you can watch via Melissa's YouTube channel.


In The Light charts the journey of how a girl from Canada met the love of her life in Las Vegas whilst attending a friend’s wedding. Little did she know, this meeting would change her life forever and she’d be relocating to the rural coasts of Devon as a result. Each track on the album showcases a different side to Bel, filled with the killer combination of infectious pop beats, powerful soul vocals and heartwarming ballads. Opening track ‘Real Tonight’ is an upbeat, funky rendition of ‘that’ night in Vegas, highlighting Melissa’s incredible ability to write an impressive pop hook akin to the likes of Meghan Trainor and Taylor Swift. Previous single Stay Gone along with tracks such as ‘Dirty Word’ captivate instantly with their contagious pop-infused melodies. Whereas title track ‘In The Light’ is a vulnerable ballad encapsulating the naked hope and fear of finding profound, visceral love.

Melissa grew up listening to soul, classic rock and draws inspiration from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Christina Aguilera amongst others. She also regularly receives creative support from producer/songwriter Justin Gray who has worked with artists such as Joss Stone, John Legend and Amy Winehouse and also produced Melissa’s album.

Melissa is certainly not afraid of hard work, having already released three albums over six years and played numerous live shows including Montreal’s Festiblues and supporting Juno Award winning Canadian artist Matthew Good. She has received praise from numerous well-regarded publications including Gigslutz, Ultimate Music and Fortitude Magazine to name but a few, as well as performing a live session for BBC Introducing in Devon. With In The Light, Melissa has truly found her voice, promising her most vulnerable and electrifying album yet.

Melissa's album In The Light is out now via Belhop Records and is available to buy on iTunes and stream on Spotify.

If you'd like more information on Melissa Bel or our PR services, please email info@abadgeoffriendship.com.

Melissa Bel releases new single ‘Dirty Word’!

Posted Tue, 25 Oct 2016


"...an undeniably catchy iridescent pop anthem." - Gigslutz


For fans of... Meghan Trainor, Little Mix, Jessie J, Emeli Sandé


Toronto-bred Melissa Bel has released her new single, Dirty Word, via Belhop Records. The single is taken from Bel's forthcoming album In The Light, out November 4th 2016 and available to pre-order on iTunes now.

The single premiered on Gigslutz and you can also listen to it via Melissa’s Soundcloud page now.



Melissa also recently shared a stunning live video for her previous single Big Boys Don't Cry, which you can watch via Melissa's YouTube channel now.



Dirty Word is taken from Melissa's latest album In The Light, which charts the journey of how a girl from Canada met the love of her life in Las Vegas whilst attending a friend’s wedding. Little did she know, this meeting would change her life forever and she’d be relocating to the rural coasts of Devon as a result. Each track on the album showcases a different side to Bel, filled with the killer combination of infectious pop beats, powerful soul vocals and heartwarming ballads. Opening track ‘Real Tonight’ is an upbeat, funky rendition of ‘that’ night in Vegas, highlighting Melissa’s incredible ability to write an impressive pop hook akin to the likes of Meghan Trainor and Taylor Swift. Previous single Stay Gone along with tracks such as ‘Dirty Word’ captivate instantly with their contagious pop-infused melodies. Whereas title track ‘In The Light’ is a vulnerable ballad encapsulating the naked hope and fear of finding profound, visceral love.

Melissa grew up listening to soul, classic rock and draws inspiration from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Christina Aguilera amongst others. She also regularly receives creative support from producer/songwriter Justin Gray who has worked with artists such as Joss Stone, John Legend and Amy Winehouse and also produced Melissa’s album.

Melissa is certainly not afraid of hard work, having already released three albums over six years and played numerous live shows including Montreal’s Festiblues and supporting Juno Award winning Canadian artist Matthew Good. With In The Light Melissa has truly found her voice, promising her most vulnerable and electrifying album yet.

You can catch Melissa Bel live at her album launch party on Wednesday 2nd November 2016 at Exeter Castle.

Dirty Word is out now via Belhop Records, and is available to buy via iTunes and Spotify. Melissa’s album In The Light is out on November 4th 2016 and is available to pre-order now via iTunes.

If you'd like more information on Melissa Bel or our PR services, please email info@abadgeoffriendship.com.

Melissa Bel announces new single ‘Dirty Word’!

Posted Tue, 20 Sep 2016


"...an undeniably catchy iridescent pop anthem." - Gigslutz


For fans of... Meghan Trainor, Little Mix, Jessie J, Emeli Sandé

Toronto-bred Melissa Bel annouces new single Dirty Word out 21st October via Belhop Records. The single is taken from Bel's forthcoming album In The Light, out November 4th 2016 and available to pre-order on iTunes now.

The single premiered on Gigslutz and you can also listen to it via Melissa’s Soundcloud page now.


Melissa also recently shared a stunning live video for her previous single Big Boys Don't Cry, which you can watch via Melissa's YouTube channel now.


Dirty Word is taken from Melissa's latest album In The Light, which charts the journey of how a girl from Canada met the love of her life in Las Vegas whilst attending a friend’s wedding. Little did she know, this meeting would change her life forever and she’d be relocating to the rural coasts of Devon as a result. Each track on the album showcases a different side to Bel, filled with the killer combination of infectious pop beats, powerful soul vocals and heartwarming ballads. Opening track ‘Real Tonight’ is an upbeat, funky rendition of ‘that’ night in Vegas, highlighting Melissa’s incredible ability to write an impressive pop hook akin to the likes of Meghan Trainor and Taylor Swift. Previous single Stay Gone along with tracks such as ‘Dirty Word’ captivate instantly with their contagious pop-infused melodies. Whereas title track ‘In The Light’ is a vulnerable ballad encapsulating the naked hope and fear of finding profound, visceral love.

Melissa grew up listening to soul, classic rock and draws inspiration from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Christina Aguilera amongst others. She also regularly receives creative support from producer/songwriter Justin Gray who has worked with artists such as Joss Stone, John Legend and Amy Winehouse and also produced Melissa’s album.

Melissa is certainly not afraid of hard work, having already released three albums over six years and played numerous live shows including Montreal’s Festiblues and supporting Juno Award winning Canadian artist Matthew Good. With In The Light Melissa has truly found her voice, promising her most vulnerable and electrifying album yet.

You can catch Melissa Bel live at her album launch party on Wednesday 2nd November 2016 at Exeter Castle.

Dirty Word is out on October 21st via Belhop Records. Melissa’s album In The Light is out on November 4th 2016 and is available to pre-order now via iTunes.

If you'd like more information on Melissa Bel or our PR services, please email info@abadgeoffriendship.com.

Melissa Bel’s new single ‘Big Boys Don’t Cry’ out now!

Posted Fri, 09 Sep 2016


"A fresh doo-wop anthem from start to finish." - Ultimate Music


For fans of... Meghan Trainor, Little Mix, Jessie J, Emeli Sandé

Toronto-bred Melissa Bel's new single Big Boys Don't Cry is out now via Belhop Records and is available to buy on iTunes and stream on Spotify.

The single premiered on Ultimate Music and you can also listen to it via Melissa's Soundcloud page now.


Melissa also recently shared a stunning live video for Big Boys Don't Cry, which you can watch via Melissa's YouTube channel now.


Big Boys Don't Cry is taken from Melissa's latest album In The Light, which charts the journey of how a girl from Canada met the love of her life in Las Vegas whilst attending a friend’s wedding. Little did she know, this meeting would change her life forever and she’d be relocating to the rural coasts of Devon as a result. Each track on the album showcases a different side to Bel, filled with the killer combination of infectious pop beats, powerful soul vocals and heartwarming ballads. Opening track ‘Real Tonight’ is an upbeat, funky rendition of ‘that’ night in Vegas, highlighting Melissa’s incredible ability to write an impressive pop hook akin to the likes of Meghan Trainor and Taylor Swift. Previous single Stay Gone along with tracks such as ‘Dirty Word’ captivate instantly with their contagious pop-infused melodies. Whereas title track ‘In The Light’ is a vulnerable ballad encapsulating the naked hope and fear of finding profound, visceral love.

Melissa grew up listening to soul, classic rock and draws inspiration from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Christina Aguilera amongst others. She also regularly receives creative support from producer/songwriter Justin Gray who has worked with artists such as Joss Stone, John Legend and Amy Winehouse and also produced Melissa’s album.

Melissa is certainly not afraid of hard work, having already released three albums over six years and played numerous live shows including Montreal’s Festiblues and supporting Juno Award winning Canadian artist Matthew Good. With In The Light Melissa has truly found her voice, promising her most vulnerable and electrifying album yet.

Big Boys Don't Cry is out now and is available to buy on iTunes and stream on Spotify. Melissa's album In The Light is out on Friday 4th November 2016 via Belhop Records.

If you'd like more information on Melissa Bel or our PR services, please email info@abadgeoffriendship.com.

Melissa Bel announces new single ‘Big Boys Don’t Cry’!

Posted Wed, 10 Aug 2016


"A fresh doo-wop anthem from start to finish."
- Ultimate Music


For fans of... Meghan Trainor, Little Mix, Jessie J, Emeli Sandé

After a fateful night in Vegas, Toronto-bred Melissa Bel followed her heart and took the leap to move to the UK with her new found love. Her latest album In The Light, due for release on 4th November 2016 via Belhop Records, tells the story of this journey.

New single Big Boys Don't Cry premiered on Ultimate Music and is out 9th September 2016. You can also listen to it via Melissa's Soundcloud page now.


Also taken from the album is single Stay Gone, which you can listen you via Melissa's Soundcloud page and watch the powerful video via Melissa's YouTube channel.


In The Light charts the journey of how a girl from Canada met the love of her life in Las Vegas whilst attending a friend’s wedding. Little did she know, this meeting would change her life forever and she’d be relocating to the rural coasts of Devon as a result. Each track on the album showcases a different side to Bel, filled with the killer combination of infectious pop beats, powerful soul vocals and heartwarming ballads. Opening track ‘Real Tonight’ is an upbeat, funky rendition of ‘that’ night in Vegas, highlighting Melissa’s incredible ability to write an impressive pop hook akin to the likes of Meghan Trainor and Taylor Swift. Previous single Stay Gone along with tracks ‘Dirty Word’ and ‘Big Boys Don’t Cry’ captivate instantly with their contagious pop-infused melodies. Whereas title track ‘In The Light’ is a vulnerable ballad encapsulating the naked hope and fear of finding profound, visceral love.

Melissa grew up listening to soul, classic rock and draws inspiration from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Christina Aguilera amongst others. She also regularly receives creative support from producer/songwriter Justin Gray who has worked with artists such as Joss Stone, John Legend and Amy Winehouse and also produced Melissa’s album.

Melissa is certainly not afraid of hard work, having already released three albums over six years and played numerous live shows including Montreal’s Festiblues and supporting Juno Award winning Canadian artist Matthew Good. With In The Light Melissa has truly found her voice, promising her most vulnerable and electrifying album yet.

Big Boys Don't Cry is out Friday 9th September 2016, and the album In The Light is out on Friday 4th November 2016 via Belhop Records.

If you'd like more information on Melissa Bel or our PR services, please email info@abadgeoffriendship.com.

Introducing… Melissa Bel!

Posted Thu, 21 Jul 2016


For fans of... Meghan Trainor, Little Mix, Jessie J, Emeli Sandé

After a fateful night in Vegas, Toronto-bred Melissa Bel followed her heart and took the leap to move to the UK with her new found love. Her latest album In The Light, due for release on 4th November 2016 via Belhop Records, tells the story of this journey.

Taken from the album is single Stay Gone, which you can listen you via Melissa's Soundcloud page now.


You can also watch the powerful video for Stay Gone via Melissa's YouTube channel.


In The Light charts the journey of how a girl from Canada met the love of her life in Las Vegas whilst attending a friend’s wedding. Little did she know, this meeting would change her life forever and she’d be relocating to the rural coasts of Devon as a result. Each track on the album showcases a different side to Bel, filled with the killer combination of infectious pop beats, powerful soul vocals and heartwarming ballads. Opening track ‘Real Tonight’ is an upbeat, funky rendition of ‘that’ night in Vegas, highlighting Melissa’s incredible ability to write an impressive pop hook akin to the likes of Meghan Trainor and Taylor Swift. Previous single Stay Gone along with tracks ‘Dirty Word’ and ‘Big Boys Don’t Cry’ captivate instantly with their contagious pop-infused melodies. Whereas title track ‘In The Light’ is a vulnerable ballad encapsulating the naked hope and fear of finding profound, visceral love.

Melissa grew up listening to soul, classic rock and draws inspiration from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Christina Aguilera amongst others. She also regularly receives creative support from producer/songwriter Justin Gray who has worked with artists such as Joss Stone, John Legend and Amy Winehouse and also produced Melissa’s album.

Melissa is certainly not afraid of hard work, having already released three albums over six years and played numerous live shows including Montreal’s Festiblues and supporting Juno Award winning Canadian artist Matthew Good. With In The Light Melissa has truly found her voice, promising her most vulnerable and electrifying album yet.

In The Light is out on Friday 4th November 2016 via Belhop Records.

If you'd like more information on Melissa Bel or our PR services, please email info@abadgeoffriendship.com.