FREiBERD Returns to Music with "ACT LiKE" and Announces Upcoming Release Slate

ATLANTA - July 17, 2026 - PRLog -- Alternative pop artist FREiBERD released the new single "ACT LiKE" on July 3 across all major streaming platforms. Produced by 3VM and recorded in Atlanta, the track blends contemporary pop, alternative R&B and sleek electronic production. "ACT LiKE" captures the exact moment when two people are clearly interested in one another but neither is willing to make the first move.

Set against the backdrop of a crowded room, the song explores the anticipation, curiosity and unspoken dynamics that often accompany an unexpected connection. A familiar face. A rush you didn't see coming. "ACT LiKE" unfolds in the moments before a conversation begins, when lingering eye contact and carefully measured reactions leave both people wondering who will break the silence first.

"'This piece captures that moment when two people are obviously drawn to each other but neither wants to make the first move," said FREiBERD. "We've all been there, locking eyes across the room, pretending not to notice and hoping the other person breaks first. I wanted to bottle that tension, confidence and anticipation into something that feels as magnetic as it feels infectious."

Built around magnetic, pulsing electronic production, contemporary pop melodies and FREiBERD's signature vocal style, "ACT LiKE" transforms a fleeting encounter into an irresistible anthem. Equal parts confident, playful and atmospheric, the single invites listeners into a world where timing, ego and curiosity shape every interaction. Flirtation, hesitation and social performance collide as individuals navigate the unspoken question at the center of the track: Are we really going to act like this isn't happening?

While rooted in a specific scenario, the song reflects a familiar experience. Whether in a crowded bar, at a party or during an unexpected encounter, "ACT LiKE" captures the universal split-second moment when a connection becomes impossible to ignore, even as both people pretend not to yearn for each other.

Following the single's release, FREiBERD debuted an official lyric video on July 10, followed by the global virtual premiere of a performance music video today, July 17. The artist's next single, "ZEST!," is scheduled for release in August, with additional music and visual content planned throughout late 2026 and early 2027 ahead of a full-length album release.

About FREiBERD: FREiBERD is an independent artist whose music blends alternative pop, atmospheric electronic elements and contemporary R&B influences. Rooted in a global perspective, FREiBERD creates music centered on transformation, self-discovery and human connection.

Media Links & Credits

Listen on Spotify : [https://open.spotify.com/track/0j5DtV1XJJj25qxOwn1yoe?si=...]

EPK, Photos, & Background Assets: https://www.freiberd.com/home

Production Credits: Produced by 3VM (@3inthevm)