What if the love of your life walked in and your first instinct was to bolt? On her soul-baring single “Probably,” genre-blending artist Dynamyte turns that panic into pop gold, pairing cheeky confessionals with a neo-soul groove that hits like a smirk and a gut-punch all at once.
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For Los Angeles-based artist Dynamyte, vulnerability isn’t a soft whisper – it’s a drumbeat.
Her new single “Probably,” out now across all platforms, captures the delicious terror of falling in love with raw, cheeky honesty. Known for her powerhouse vocals, soulful lyricism, and the rare ability to sing while drumming, Dynamyte – the moniker for singer, songwriter, and drummer Marisa Kouroubacalis – returns with a track that blends classic R&B, neo-soul, and infectious hooks into something effortlessly modern – and deeply human.
“I’d probably run.” That throwaway line, tossed out in a songwriting session, became the heart of “Probably.” Written just before she met her girlfriend, the song dives into the instinct to flee from real connection – especially when it feels like it might be the connection. “You’re probably the one, so I’m probably gonna run” she sings with a smirk and a sting, capturing the exquisite contradiction of craving love but fearing what it might unravel inside you. “It’s funny and heartbreaking,” Dynamyte tells Atwood Magazine. “It sums up that contradiction perfectly.”
If her previous single “Checkmate” was all fire and swagger, “Probably” is where the match strikes vulnerability. Both tracks lay the groundwork for her upcoming debut album, which promises a kaleidoscope of sounds and emotions. “Probably” might be playful on the surface, but there’s a quiet ache beneath the groove – one that lingers long after the beat drops.
And speaking of beats: Drumming is more than just rhythm for Dynamyte – it’s home.
A lifelong percussionist, she learned to sing and drum at the same time, and her live performances pulse with that rare kinetic magic. “Songwriting-wise, I always lead with lyrics, then melody, and then the overall music,” she says. The result is music that hits first in the heart, then in the hips.
Having played over 350 shows and opened for icons like Ariana Grande and Christina Perri, Dynamyte knows her way around a stage – but stepping into the spotlight solo has brought a new sense of creative clarity. “For the first decade of my career, I was half of the spotlight, which felt comfortable. Having full creative control – and being the only focus on stage – took some adjusting, but it’s also been so empowering.”
Her music is more than just catchy – it’s a mission. “Even as a kid, I wanted to use music to say something real,” she says. “That’s been my mission since I was nine – to write songs that challenge the status quo and give people something to hold onto.” Whether tackling emotional fears or simply offering a mood-lifting bop, Dynamyte approaches each track with authenticity and intent.
Influenced by outspoken icons like Amy Winehouse and Lily Allen, Dynamyte doesn’t just write songs – she carves space.
“They were unapologetically themselves, and I’ve always admired that,” she says. It’s that fearless energy that pulses through her visuals and performances, from the vibrant “Checkmate” video to the more stripped-back performance clip for “Probably,” which sees her confidently drumming and singing live in studio.
Still, Dynamyte stays grounded. On heavy writing days, she reaches for the simple comforts: Self-care, and extra cuddle time with her dog, Cutie Patootie (yes, really). It’s this mix of bold ambition and down-to-earth charm that makes her a rising star worth rooting for.
If you’re new to Dynamyte’s world, she recommends starting with “Show Me You,” her debut single – and then letting the rest unfold from there. But wherever you begin, one thing is clear: She’s only just getting started.
Her debut album drops in early 2026. Until then, lean into the dizzying honesty of “Probably” – and don’t be surprised if you see yourself in the lyrics.
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A CONVERSATION WITH DYNAMYTE
Atwood Magazine: Let’s start with your latest single, “Probably” – how did this song come together, and what story or feeling were you chasing when you wrote it?
Dynamyte: This was one of the last songs written on this album, a few months before meeting my girlfriend. We realized I didn’t have a true love-themed song in my catalog yet, so this track filled that gap. I never prioritized dating or love and had always eye rolled at love songs growing up. It just seemed like there were too many of them and it wasn’t interesting to me. During the session, one of my co-writers asked, “What would you do if the love of your life walked in right now?” Without thinking, I said, “I’d probably run.” That one line became the backbone of the whole song.
The song is about the fear of vulnerability and the instinct to run from someone who might actually be “the one.” The word “probably” says it all. It captures that push-pull between knowing deep down you’ve found something real, but still wanting to escape before it can hurt or before you can mess it up. Verse two describes this cycle – chasing, disappearing, reappearing – but still craving closeness. “You’re probably the one, so I’m probably gonna run” is both funny and heartbreaking. It sums up that contradiction perfectly.
How do drums shape your approach to songwriting? Do rhythm and lyrics usually come together, or does one lead the other?
Dynamyte: Drumming has always been at the core of who I am as an artist. I grew up singing and drumming together, so it’s my home base. Songwriting-wise, I always lead with lyrics, then melody, and then the overall music.
Your previous single “Checkmate” had such a fierce, retro-meets-modern vibe. How do “Checkmate” and “Probably” speak to each other as a pair?
Dynamyte: Probably is a playful, cheeky one! A lot of the songs on the album are deeper, but I wanted to kick off the releases with some lighter, high energy vibes.
Your musical roots go deep – 350+ live shows and support slots with icons like Ariana Grande and Christina Perri. What did you learn from those early experiences that still influences you today?
Dynamyte: Opening for Ariana Grande at my first arena show was really eye-opening. I always wondered how artists manage to reach everyone in a space that big, but once I was up there, it actually felt surprisingly small and intimate. You really can see everyone! I’ve never looked at concerts the same.
How has your relationship with performing changed from your first live gig to now – with a full music video, new singles, and a debut album on the way?
Dynamyte: The biggest change has been moving from a duo to being a solo artist. For the first decade of my career, I was half of the spotlight, which felt comfortable. Having full creative control – and being the only focus on stage – took some adjusting, but it’s also been so empowering.
You’re not just a vocalist – you’re a drummer, a songwriter, and a self-described multi-hyphenate. How do all these pieces of your identity fuel each other?
Dynamyte: I see all of the pieces as different ways for me to express myself.
Your performances and visuals have this bold, fearless energy – who are some of your biggest influences, musically or visually?
Dynamyte: Lily Allen and Amy Winehouse both always embodied a confident energy to me that I was in awe of as a little girl. They both are so unapologetically outspoken and true to themselves, and I’ve always admired that.
You’ve described your voice as a tool for authenticity. What does that mean to you right now, in this chapter of your career?
Dynamyte: I’ve always felt inspired to write about something more meaningful than the usual love or party songs. Music has the power to shape culture, and even as a kid, I wanted to use it to say something real. That’s been my mission since I was nine – to write songs that challenge the status quo and give people something to hold onto.
There’s a raw emotional core in both “Checkmate” and “Probably.” How do you take care of yourself emotionally when you’re making such personal music?
Dynamyte: Those songs were honestly more lighthearted to write, but there are definitely heavier ones on the album as well. On those days, I just make sure to practice a little extra self-care and fit in some extra snuggle time with my dog, Cutie Patootie.
And finally – if someone’s never heard your music before, what’s the one song you’d play for them and why?
Dynamyte: “Show Me You,” my debut single, is a great way to start to get to know my overall vibe and perspective.
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