Marilyn Hucek unveils coming-of-age story of womanhood in self-titled debut album
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Indie-pop singer-songwriter Marilyn Hucek has released her highly anticipated self-titled debut album, MARILYN, a deeply personal exploration of womanhood, identity, and resilience. Written between Nashville and Los Angeles, the record invites listeners into an unfiltered portrait of her life, touching on love, grief, societal pressures, and the defining choices that shape a woman’s journey.
“MARILYN is a ‘me’ project. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s vulnerable. I’ve never felt so honest in my songwriting. Music has never been so healing,” she reflects. “If my songs can help even one person heal, then I’ve done my job.”
Opening with the road trip-inspired “I Made It,” Marilyn captures the optimism of forging your own path. That sense of freedom deepens into the vulnerability of “Naked,” a meditation on holding onto yourself in unfamiliar places and the ache of long-distance love. In “Love to Hate You", she exposes jealousy and obsession with startling honesty, before "Pressure Makes Diamonds” and "To Be or Not To Be” confront societal pressures around marriage and motherhood. A lighter turn comes with “Rebound,” a playful yet self-aware look at rekindling an old flame, while “Me Salvaste el Alma" is a Spanish-language love song inspired by her Chilean roots, and showcases her multicultural artistry. The album closes with “Neil Young,” its emotional centerpiece, written for Marilyn’s late father, who battled Alzheimer’s disease. 5% of the single’s streaming royalties will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.
Produced by Hana Elion, Daniel Tayra, Philip Silverberg, and Rachel Caridi, and written alongside Katie Campbell, Edward Hand, Chris Rizzo, and Benjamin Wagner, MARILYN blends organic instrumentation with modern pop sensibilities. Mixed by Thomas Warren, with vocal engineering from Mikey G and mastering by Jack Kennedy, the album captures Marilyn at her most authentic. She’s raw, real, and ready to connect.
MEET MARILYN HUCEK
Marilyn Hucek is a rising American-Chilean indie pop artist known for her honest songwriting and haunting vocals. She recently graduated from LAAMP (Los Angeles Academy for Artists and Music Production), a prestigious music program co-founded by Stargate and mentored by executive director Chris Anokute. Prior to MARILYN, she has released two EPs and multiple singles, amassing over 4 million streams and a steadily growing monthly listener base of 10,000+ on Spotify. She has played numerous iconic venues across Los Angeles and the DMV area - including the DC9 Nightclub (opening for Kenzie Cait), Peppermint Club, Bourbon Room, and Brandy Melville Studio.
Born in Washington, D.C., Marilyn was deeply impacted by her father’s battle with early-onset Alzheimer’s, a personal journey that inspired her debut single and launched her career as a full-time artist. Through her music, Marilyn strives to educate, inspire, and support those affected by Alzheimer’s, blending her creative pursuits with a commitment to meaningful impact. Her songs often explore the complexities of love, grief, identity, and healing, resonating with a growing audience drawn to her authenticity and emotional depth. A proud advocate for Alzheimer’s awareness and sustainability, Marilyn brings purpose and vulnerability to everything she creates.
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