Szaskia channels feminist icon in new single “GLORIA STEINEM”

Rising pop artist Szaskia is set to release her powerful new single “GLORIA STEINEM” on October 29th, 2025, across all major streaming platforms. A magnetic pop-soul track, “GLORIA STEINEM” is a feminist anthem celebrating female empowerment and solidarity. Inspired by a TV drama about Gloria Steinem that she watched during the pandemic, Szaskia recalls: “I became so obsessed with the show and Gloria Steinem’s story, and it gave me inspiration for this hook, ‘Fight for the girls like I’m Gloria Steinem.’ I wanted to encapsulate the energy of a powerful woman in the song.”

Co-produced with her brother, Pocket, “GLORIA STEINEM” fuses Motown-inspired soul textures with a nostalgic Timbaland-style beat — creating a track that’s both modern and timeless. A newly graduated International Relations student, Szaskia uses the single as a bridge between her academic interests and her musical endeavours.

Born and raised in Edinburgh, Szaskia grew up in a deeply musical household and began writing, singing, and studying classical piano from a young age. She has already made waves as a BBC Introducing favourite, being selected as one of only two Scottish entries for the BBC Radio 1 Introducing Live Lounge competition (2022) and earning Track of the Week on BBC Introducing Scotland with her single “Your Loss.”

“GLORIA STEINEM” is the first of many upcoming releases that Szaskia has co-produced herself, showcasing her growth as both a writer and producer, and setting the tone for what’s next.