GATEWAY GIRL
WHERE WOULD YOU LIKE TO GO?
MEET THE
CREATOR.
From a bedroom in Crawley to the airwaves of BBC Radio 1, Rebekah Searle is a rising voice in the UK alt-pop scene, crafting music that resonates with raw emotion and honesty. With self-released singles like ‘Oblivion’, ‘WASTE’, and ‘DELUSIONAL’ gaining national radio play and championed by tastemaker Gemma Bradley, Rebekah has proven that authentic, self-made artistry can break through—no label, no big studio, just passion and persistence.
A natural creative from childhood, Rebekah Searle found her voice through both visual art and music, using imagination as a means of self-expression. At 17, she began writing her own songs—lyrically rich, emotionally driven, and grounded in real life. Her sound blends introspective lyricism with moody electronic textures, developed through a growing love for production and mixing.
MEET THE
ARTIST.
Drawing on personal experiences with relationship breakdowns, mental health, anxiety, and self-doubt, Gateway Girl turns vulnerability into connection. Her TikTok presence has become an extension of this mission, reaching nearly 1.8 million views and building a loyal following of over 20,000—proving that people are hungry for authenticity in both sound and message. The name Gateway Girl isn’t just a title—it’s a philosophy. Her concerts aim to be more than performances; they’re intimate spaces where emotion, story, and sound intersect. A gateway into her world, where listeners don’t just hear the music—they feel seen, heard, and understood.
Gateway Girl pulls you into a raw, untamed world of sound—where you’re pushed to look beyond the obvious, dig into the depths, and confront what’s really there. Her music is a mirror of her emotions, reflecting the chaos, the vulnerability, and the intensity of her inner world. Each track invites you to explore the hidden layers of life, offering a space where you can connect with your own feelings and find meaning in the things that are often left unsaid.
PEN TO PAPER
Rebekah Searle’s artwork blends bold, bright colors with futuristic, sci-fi influences to create a modern and visually striking interpretation of the alter ego, Gateway Girl. Through her unique style, she explores themes of innocence, trauma, and human vulnerability. Her portraits are instantly recognizable by the signature white tear that falls from Gateway Girl’s face, symbolizing purity and the raw emotional undercurrent of the human experience. Rebekah uses this symbol to convey the message that no one chooses their pain—whether it be trauma, mental health struggles, or grief—and that at the core, we are all innocent. Her work challenges viewers to reflect on the complexity of identity, emotions, and the unseen battles we all carry.
Struggling with anxiety disorder, attention deficit disorder, and having experienced deep trauma and grief herself, Rebekah channels her personal history into her art. Creativity has become her language, allowing her to process and communicate her feelings, stories, and past in a way that feels authentic and healing. Her work invites others to connect with their own emotions and recognize the power of vulnerability and expression.
THE ART.
Rebekah Searle’s artwork takes viewers on a journey through the multifaceted worlds of Gateway Girl, each piece offering a glimpse into a new emotion, feeling, or story. Through her vibrant and bold visual language, she captures the essence of the alter ego, revealing layers of vulnerability, strength, and raw humanity. Each work is an invitation for listeners and viewers alike to unwind and discover the deeper narratives within the music and the self. Her art is not just a reflection of her creativity but a portal to the emotions and stories that shape the Gateway Girl universe.