Summary of Western music releases [April 2025]

Do I keep you upkmoe

kmoe – Do I keep you up [Music video]

Kale Moses Itkonen (kmoe), a Vancouver, Canada native drawing attention as a fresh artist of the digital generation, crafts a distinctive world where emotional vocals intertwine with digital sound—a multifaceted appeal that defies a single genre.

While you can sense influences from a wide range of artists like The 1975 and Frank Ocean, his singular expressiveness shines on his April 2025 single, where an unforgettable melody blends seamlessly with experimental sound design.

Paired with a music video directed by Niall Proctor, the work stirs both the eyes and ears.

It’s a perfect track for a late-night drive when you can’t sleep.

back to friendssombr

sombr – back to friends (official video)

Somber, an artist drawing attention in the American electronica/ambient scene, has been classically trained since childhood and later gravitated toward producing electronic music.

In December 2024, he released a striking track.

Blending elements of indie rock and alternative pop, the piece is notable for its distinctive piano intro.

Emotional vocals and reverb that blooms in the chorus vividly capture the feelings of young love and heartbreak.

On April 3, 2025, a music video featuring popular model Charlotte D’Alessio was also released.

With its heartstring-tugging melody and immersive sound design, it’s a song best savored on a quiet night or during solitary moments.

Evangelic Girl is a Gunyeule

yeule – ‘Evangelic Girl is a Gun’ (Official Music Video)

A new track has arrived from Yule, the solo project of Nat Ćmiel, a Singaporean artist based in London, drawing influence from Bristol trip-hop and ’90s gothic music.

Featuring raw vocals, the production is dark yet danceable with an electroclash flair, highlighting her distinctly “cyborg” approach.

Included on the album Evangelic Girl is a Gun, the piece was created as Ćmiel explores her painterly side, inspired by Polish artist Zdzisław Beksiński.

It’s an ambitious work that translates violent yet tender emotions into sound with striking effectiveness.

A must-listen for fans of ambient, glitch, and shoegaze.

Inner SanctumANNISOKAY

ANNISOKAY – Inner Sanctum (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

A new song by ANNISOKAY, a leading force in Germany’s post-hardcore/metalcore scene, marked by its heavy sound and introspective lyrics.

Blending powerful guitar riffs with electronic elements, the track paints an epic-scale exploration of the inner self.

Since their formation in 2007 and through albums like The Lucid Dream[er], Enigmatic Smile, Devil May Care, Arms, and Aurora, this advance single for the EP Abyss Pt.

II, slated for release in April 2025, stands out as a gem that showcases their musical maturity.

Their critical acclaim has been rising as well—Arms was ranked 17th in the year-end list by the German newspaper Freie Presse in 2018.

Capturing the longing for an inner sanctuary, this song is perfect for moments when you want to turn inward and face yourself.

A Million SunsArch Enemy

ARCH ENEMY – A Million Suns (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

ARCH ENEMY, the melodic death metal band that represents Sweden, has released a dramatic track from their album Blood Dynasty.

Alissa White-Gluz’s richly expressive death vocals and Michael Amott’s majestic guitar work blend magnificently, painting an overwhelming soundscape as if a million suns were shining.

Released in March 2025, the song has been highly acclaimed as a core piece of Blood Dynasty, and its technical yet lyrical melodies embody the very essence of melodic death metal.

Enjoying it alongside the music video released on YouTube in April 2025 delivers a powerful impact and showcases the band’s full appeal.

A must-listen for metal fans seeking a harmony of heavy sound and beautiful melody.

Forever OverdoseAmira Elfeky

Amira Elfeky – Forever Overdose (Official Music Video)

Based in Los Angeles, Amira Elfeqy is an artist drawing attention for her unique fusion of nu metal and gothic atmospheres.

Her new release, themed around the addictive nature of destructive love, unfolds from a minimal intro into an emotional climax, showcasing her full expressive range—from delicate whispers to powerful shouts.

Featured on the EP “Surrender,” released in March 2025, the track was accompanied by a music video notable for its dark, dreamlike visuals.

Its ethereal synthesizers and reverb-drenched guitars reflect influences from Deftones and Linkin Park while successfully crafting a world all its own.

It’s a perfect track for those who want to revel in the contrast between intense sonics and nuanced emotional expression.

Geometry Dash Gangster RapBoom Kitty

GEOMETRY DASH GANGSTER RAP (Official Music Video) [feat. EVW, KingSammelot, Colon]

Boom Kitty, a Seattle-based producer active across genres like electro and dubstep, delivers a new work that blends heavy basslines and energetic sound with deft touches of old-school hip-hop.

It ambitiously captures the world of the rhythm game Geometry Dash.

Released in April 2025, the track features appearances by well-known game players such as EricVanWilderman and King Samalot.

It was also selected as an official in-game event level, offering an appealing fusion of music and gameplay.

It’s a recommended listen not only for EDM fans but also for anyone interested in game music.