Margaux Regan on Radio Silence: Turning Ghosting Into Catharsis

London-based alt-pop artist Margaux Regan has a knack for turning emotional bruises into something you can sing — or cry — along to. Her latest single, Radio Silence, is an unflinching portrait of that limbo between connection and confusion, the gut-punch of being ghosted, and the need for a song you can “aggressively cry to.” Drawing on her French-Irish roots, a love for storytelling, and the influence of icons like Sinéad O’Connor and The Cranberries, Margaux pairs vulnerability with sharp songcraft. With only two official releases to her name, she’s already carving out a space where pop can still be raw, real, and deeply human.

“Radio Silence” captures that gut-wrenching space between connection and confusion—what was the moment that made you write it?That feeling of not being understood or heard. I was grieving something as simple as a text back. Experiencing ghosting first-hand, and writing about it in the moment, felt like the only way I could make sense of it… the only way I could feel heard. Because a call wouldn’t have cut it.

You’ve said you wanted a song you could “aggressively cry to.” Why is that emotional release missing from a lot of pop today?

For me it comes down to authenticity. The industry feels too focused on overcomplicating music instead of embracing true, raw emotions. Sometimes writing or singing how you want is enough.

The bridge in “Radio Silence” really stands out. How important is song structure for telling personal stories?

It’s something I focus on a lot. I want listeners to experience the same emotional journey as me. I love a bridge — it builds tension, pulls people back in, and gives space for more expression.

How do your French-Irish roots and artists like Sinéad O’Connor influence your sound?

My Irish roots shape my storytelling. Growing up hearing Sinéad and Dolores O’Riordan made me feel empowered to express myself freely, even on difficult topics.

Only your second release, but your voice already feels self-assured. Where do you want to go from here?

I’d love to experiment with funnier themes and witty lyrics, like Sabrina Carpenter does, while keeping my storytelling vulnerable and honest — even when it’s lighthearted.