Shelby Sanborn Confronts the Inner Battle on New Single “Monsters”

San Diego-based alt-pop artist Shelby Sanborn is set to release her new single “Monsters” on 17 April 2026, available on all major streaming platforms. The track focuses on internal struggle and the experience of facing difficult thoughts and emotions within the mind.

“Monsters” is a raw and emotionally driven song that explores the challenges of battling one’s own inner voice. The subject is especially personal for Sanborn, who is neurodivergent and has often used music as a way to express and process emotional experiences. This release is presented as one of her most open and honest works so far.

The single is produced by Blake Roses, known for his work with artists including Drake Bell and Cayley Spivey. The production is understated, allowing the focus to remain on Sanborn’s vocals and the emotional weight of the lyrics.

Writer Helena Lynch has described Sanborn’s work as bringing “emotional depth without overdoing it, and artistry without the glitter.” This approach is clear in “Monsters,” which avoids excess and instead relies on directness and feeling. The result is a track that reflects both vulnerability and control.

Rather than trying to resolve the struggles it describes, the song offers understanding and connection. It speaks to anyone who has felt in conflict with themselves and carries a message that those experiences are shared more widely than they may seem.

With “Monsters,” Shelby Sanborn continues to develop a style built on honesty and emotional clarity, strengthening her place within the alt-pop space.