April McMahon Releases 'Hearts That Cry' After Years in the Making

Artist, writer, and producer April McMahon has released her original song, "Hearts That Cry," a deeply personal project that began in high school and was completed shortly after the September 11 attacks. McMahon wrote the first half of the song in high school and finished the second half during a time of national grief, crafting lyrics that reflect on life's fragility and the importance of recognizing those who are hurting. For years, she carried the song and its vision, and with the help of AI music technology, she was finally able to bring it to life using her original words and her own voice, transformed into a complete musical production. Musically, the track evokes the dramatic, cinematic orchestral rock of Trans-Siberian Orchestra blended with the soulful, powerful contemporary Christian sound of Lauren Daigle, pairing sweeping musical possibilities with a message rooted in faith, compassion, and hope.

McMahon describes herself not as a traditional performer but as a creator and producer who loves developing ideas, telling stories, and watching a vision become reality. Her creative pursuits extend beyond music into writing, painting, and filmmaking, with storytelling and artistic expression at the heart of her work. "Hearts That Cry" invites listeners to look beyond the surface of everyday life and recognize the struggles others may be facing, taking them through the complete Gospel message from a broken and hurting world to the solution found in Jesus Christ and ultimately to a personal cry out to God. McMahon hopes the song will inspire people to slow down, see one another more deeply, walk alongside those who are hurting, and find lasting hope and healing in Jesus Christ. Her vision extends beyond the current recording: she hopes to connect with musicians, producers, vocalists, choir directors, and performers who can imagine bringing the song to life on an even grander scale with a full orchestra, band, choir, and powerful vocal performances.

"Hearts That Cry" is available now on major digital music platforms, including Spotify, YouTube Music, Apple Music/iTunes, Amazon Music, and iHeartRadio. Listeners are encouraged to listen, share the song, and help spread its message of faith, hope, and compassion. The song's message is captured in Psalm 147:3 (KJV): "He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds." McMahon is represented by record label Sundance Media House, and more information is available at her artist website, https://aprilmcmahon.com.