Summary of Western music releases [April 2025]

Spike IslandPulp

Pulp – Spike Island (Official Video)

A long-awaited new release—the first in 24 years—from the legendary British band Pulp has been unveiled.

Known as a leading figure of 1990s Britpop, the band’s latest work is a sophisticated track that weaves disco-inspired rhythms with spoken word, reaffirming their mission as stage performers.

Recorded in just three weeks in November 2024 at Orbb Studio in London, the project features contributions from Richard Hawley and Jason Buckle.

Its music video, which makes full use of AI technology, is also drawing attention.

Casting a critical eye on nostalgia while expressing a more mature passion for art, this release comes recommended not only for Britpop fans but for any music listener seeking intelligent lyrics and refined sound.

LegendsQuavo, Lil Baby

Quavo, Lil Baby – Legends

Atlanta’s leading rappers Quavo and Lil Baby reunite for the first time in seven years.

Over a hard-hitting trap beat, the pair deliver a stellar performance that showcases their distinct styles.

Quavo’s melodic flow and Lil Baby’s razor-sharp lyrics blend seamlessly, resulting in a refined sound that’s sure to captivate hip-hop fans.

The gorgeous production by Wheezy and ATL Jacob, along with a music video shot in Miami, are major highlights.

Packed with the lived experiences of two artists embodying the American Dream, this track offers a full taste of contemporary hip-hop’s essence.

Riding the momentum of Lil Baby’s album WHAM—released in 2025 and debuting at No.

1 on the Billboard 200—their collaboration reaches even greater heights.

Bout URema

Rema – Bout U (Lyric video)

A gem of a love song where sweet, shimmering melodies blend seamlessly with the dynamic rhythms unique to Afrobeats.

Nigeria-born Rema is a proven talent who has made remarkable strides in the Afrobeats scene—from his 2019 EP “Rema” to his collaboration with Selena Gomez on “Calm Down.” His 2024 show at London’s O2 Arena was a resounding success, and in April 2025 he also performed at Coachella, one of the world’s largest outdoor festivals.

This track features an enchanting sound that fuses Afrobeats and R&B, highlighted by stylish guitar work.

With an aura that hints at the sparkle of new love, it’s perfect for driving playlists or party scenes.

Follow The Waves (feat. Caden)Sam Feldt

Sam Feldt – Follow The Waves (feat. Caden) (Official Music Visualiser)

Dutch producer Sam Feldt has crafted a new release characterized by a pleasant sense of weightless drift and a tropical vibe.

Born from his collaboration with Kayden, the track stands out with driving future house beats and melodic synthesizers.

Since its debut at the Ultra Music Festival in Miami in March 2025, it has been generating buzz, especially on social media.

Evolving the clear, summery sound established by his signature hit “Show Me Love” with a modern approach, this song is primed to energize beach resorts and party scenes and is sure to resonate with a wide range of music fans.

methamphetamine bluesScrim

Scrim- methamphetamine blues (official lyric video)

A track marked by a deeply introspective atmosphere, where a wistful melody intertwines with a heavy trap beat.

Released in April 2025 as a lead single from the album “via crucis” by Louisiana-born rapper Scrim, the song showcases a different side from his work as $uicideboy$.

Grounded in candid reflections on his recovery from substance addiction and shaped by distinctive sound design, it signals a bold new chapter for him.

Created in a powerful collaboration with producer Wet, the track offers the courage to confront one’s inner darkness.

Need MeSevana

Sevana – Need Me

A heartwarming love song has been born, beautifully blending Jamaica’s traditional music with modern R&B.

Taking a new step as an independent artist, Jamaican singer Sevana delivers an April 2025 track that builds on reggae and R&B while weaving in elements of jazz and soul for a sophisticated sound.

Her smooth, emotionally rich vocals gently sing of honesty and devotion in love.

Released by GoodHz Music, the song is produced by Tessellated, with co-production and mixing by Joe Davis.

Serving as a signature work for Sevana—who appeared as Judy Mowatt in the biopic Bob Marley: One Love—it’s a deeply moving track that leaves a lasting impression.

Feeding the Meatgrinder (Feat. Corpsegrinder)Shadow of Intent

SHADOW OF INTENT – Feeding the Meatgrinder Feat. Corpsegrinder (Official Music Video)

The American band Shadow of Intent, which blends symphonic grandeur with the ferocity of deathcore, will release a new single featuring Cannibal Corpse’s Corpsegrinder as a guest in April 2025.

The track delivers a fierce critique of war and imperialism, seamlessly fusing majestic orchestration, crushing riffs, and destructive breakdowns.

It will be unveiled as a lead single for their album Imperium Delirium, slated for release in June of the same year.

Since forming in 2013, the band has continually pushed the boundaries of deathcore, and this work is a powerful testament to that evolution.

Their sound, weaving darkness and solemnity, makes this a highly recommended track for listeners who favor heavy metal’s weighty intensity.