Don't miss this incredibly powerful episode of Pop Palace Podcast as we talk to rising pop singer-songwriter Riese about her new single, "I'd Rather Be Boring," and her upcoming debut EP, "9th Life," releasing on November 21st. Riese shares the deeply personal story behind the five-track project, explaining how she transformed her journey with cancer and years of treatment into art, setting her emotionally charged lyrics about grief and making the most of every moment against a vibrant backdrop of upbeat melodies and catchy pop hooks. Tune in to hear how Riese is redefining trauma through her music, why she believes we need to "dance through the sadness sometimes," and the amazing story of how her community helped fund this inspiring EP.