Summary of Western Music Releases [January 2025]

Champagne TasteSunflower Bean

Sunflower Bean – Champagne Taste

A new song by Sunflower Bean, the New York–based band, arrives in January 2025.

It’s a track that highlights their trademark energetic guitar riffs and powerful vocals.

Serving as the lead single from their new album, Mortal Primetime, slated for an April 2025 release, it’s said to be infused with determination and passion to overcome hardship and forge their own path.

Since forming in 2013, the band has continually evolved, and this song can be seen as a culmination of that journey.

Highly recommended not only for rock fans, but also for anyone pursuing their own identity.

Sports carTate McRae

Tate McRae – Sports car (Official Video)

The song released in January 2025 by Canadian artist Tate McRae features provocative themes of love and desire.

Evoking the style of early-2000s pop stars, it stands out with a chorus that incorporates whisper vocals.

Set to an electropop sound, it portrays a thrilling romantic narrative.

In the music video, she showcases 12 different outfits, highlighting her multifaceted appeal.

The track is a lead single from the album “So Close to What,” scheduled for release in February.

It’s a song that reflects McRae’s momentum after winning two Juno Awards in 2024, and is recommended for those who want to explore the complexities of modern relationships.

Rock And Roll Party CowboyThe Darkness

The Darkness – Rock and Roll Party Cowboy (Official Visualiser)

The latest song from The Darkness—Britain’s proud standard-bearers of rock who embody the spirit of rock ’n’ roll—shines with a sunlike brilliance that defies their very name.

Serving as the lead single from their upcoming album “Dreams on Toast,” slated for release in March 2025, the track stands out with Justin Hawkins’s distinctive high-register vocals and powerful guitar riffs.

While you can sense influences from ZZ Top and Motörhead, the band crafts a world entirely their own.

The lyrics, portraying a freewheeling “rock ’n’ roll party cowboy,” showcase the band’s sharp sense of humor and are superbly executed.

We can’t wait to see it unveiled on their UK tour starting in March.

The FallThe Murder Capital

The Murder Capital – The Fall (Official Audio)

Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, post-punk band The Murder Capital are known for their dark, introspective tone.

On this track, James McGovern’s powerful vocals and the band’s meticulous arrangements truly stand out.

The lyrics emphasize personal freedom and autonomy, hinting at a rebellion against constraints imposed by society and others, and they vividly portray feelings of isolation, alienation, and inner conflict in contemporary life.

Set for release on February 21, 2025, as part of the album “Blindness,” this song is recommended not only for post-punk fans but also for anyone interested in the issues of modern society.

As a side note, their long-awaited first Japan shows are scheduled for March 2025, so keep an eye on those as well!

Silver SwarmThornhill

Thornhill – Silver Swarm [Official Music Video]

The new song by Australian alternative metal band Thornhill was released in January 2025 as the lead single from their third album.

Characterized by intense guitar riffs and emotional vocals, the track showcases the band’s musical growth.

The symbolic phrase “silver flock” that appears in the lyrics suggests an overwhelming force within inner emotions and relationships, leaving a deep impression on listeners.

With a song structure that fuses heavy sound and melodic phrases to great effect, it will appeal not only to fans of alternative metal but also to a wide range of music lovers.

4X4Travis Scott

Travis Scott – 4X4 (Official Music Video)

The new song by Travis Scott, the hugely popular American rapper and hitmaker, is creating a buzz.

It features his distinctive sound and vocals that make extensive use of Auto-Tune.

It’s even being used as the opening theme for WWE’s show Raw.

The track boasts a star-studded lineup of producers, including Tay Keith.

Released on January 24, 2025, the song also drew attention for its live debut—it was performed during the College Football Playoff halftime show.

It’s a great pick for sports fans, too.

Scott is also dedicated to philanthropy, and he plans to donate the proceeds from the song’s merchandise.

SCREAMTrippie Redd

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Trippie Redd’s new track channels a cry from deep within.

Known as an American rapper, Trippie lays bare the pain of parting with a loved one and the weight of loneliness in this song.

Blending elements of emo rap, R&B, and alternative rock, his distinctive sound is sure to resonate deeply with listeners.

Released on January 27, 2025, this piece showcases both his musical talent and his rich emotional expression.

It’s a work that will appeal not only to longtime fans but also to new listeners.

The lyrics, portraying the joys and passion of love as well as inner conflict, are guaranteed to strike a chord.