Summary of Western Music Releases [May 2025]

Catch Me If You CanLogic

Logic – Catch Me If You Can (Official Music Video)

A masterpiece packed with the finest essence from Logic, the genius rapper born in New York.

Built around a sample of “Hip 2 Da Game,” it blends a nostalgic ’90s boom-bap sound with rapid-fire flows and razor-sharp wordplay.

Released in May 2025, this track drew attention as the lead single from the highly anticipated album “Sidequest,” and it’s also featured in the film Paradise Records—something you won’t want to miss.

The music video is rich with homages to the beloved anime Cowboy Bebop, delivering stunning visuals that pop-culture fans will adore.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the golden era of hip-hop.

Die For YouMori Calliope

【MV】Die For You – Mori Calliope

Mori Calliope, a VTuber from hololive English known for her popularity in game streaming and music releases, is in charge of the OST for the TV Asahi drama “Mamono” (The Monster).

Centered on themes of love and self-sacrifice, the songs weave English and Japanese into a richly atmospheric soundscape, with a strikingly weighty melodic line co-composed with Yuki Tsujimura.

Since her debut in 2020, she has released numerous works, including the albums “Dead Beats” and “Sinderella,” and won “Best Music VTuber” at the 2023 VTuber Awards.

Her overseas popularity is also surging—she drew an audience of about 4,000 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles in February 2025.

Highly recommended for fans of dark-fantasy aesthetics and those interested in the evolving possibilities of VTubers.

HeartbreakMØ

MØ – Heartbreak (Official Video)

Starting with restrained percussion and marked by overlapping waves of synthesizers, this striking electropop number was released in May 2025 by the Danish artist MØ.

Featuring powerful vocals that seem to lay her emotions bare and an energetic dance beat, the track was unveiled as a lead single from the album “Plæygirl.” True to the style of MØ—who achieved global breakthrough with Major Lazer on “Lean On”—it delivers a vibrant rush, as if unleashing pent-up feelings onto the dance floor.

It’s ideal not only for party playlists, but also for those moments when you just want to dance wherever your emotions take you.

In CaptivityPlini & Tosin Abasi

Plini & Tosin Abasi – In Captivity

A miraculous collaborative work by two guitarists who are leading today’s progressive music scene with overwhelming technical prowess and forward-thinking musicality: Australia’s Plini and America’s Tosin Abasi.

Born from a 24-hour, limited-time songwriting challenge hosted by Neural DSP, this piece is an instrumental track where their distinct personalities blend beautifully.

The soundscape woven by Plini’s fluid phrasing and Abasi’s innovative eight-string guitar technique suggests new possibilities for progressive metal and jazz fusion.

It’s a must-listen not only for fans of both artists, but for any music lover interested in contemporary guitar music.

Golden EyeRay Vaughn

Ray Vaughn – Golden Eye (Official Audio)

Ray Vaughn, a rising star in the West Coast hip-hop scene, has been drawing attention.

Hailing from Long Beach, California, he signed with Top Dawg Entertainment in 2021 and has showcased his skills through EPs and mixtapes.

This work, where his freewheeling flow intertwines with heavy beats, modernizes elements of the traditional hip-hop diss track.

Over an aggressive soundscape crafted by producer J.

White Did It, he delivers razor-sharp lyrics.

Released in May 2025, the track has sparked major buzz as a song symbolizing rivalries between artists, igniting conversation across the hip-hop community.

It’s a recommended listen for anyone wanting to experience the essence of rap music or keep up with the currents of today’s hip-hop scene.

Infinity of HorrorsShadow of Intent

SHADOW OF INTENT – Infinity of Horrors (Official Music Video)

The symphonic deathcore band Shadow of Intent, based in Connecticut, USA, released an epic new track in May 2025.

Centered on themes of war and humanity’s propensity for violence, the piece fuses majestic orchestration with technical guitar riffs and crushing breakdowns, fully showcasing the sound that defines them.

As a lead single from their album Imperium Delirium, slated for a June release, it’s an ambitious work that clearly signals the band’s evolution.

The music video, directed by Marco Pavone, portrays human history from antiquity to the future, vividly depicting the recurring cycle of violence across eras.

A must-listen for metal fans seeking weighty themes and meticulous musicianship.

GravitySleep Theory

Sleep Theory – “Gravity” (Official Music Video)

Sleep Theory, a Memphis, Tennessee-based band, is rapidly rising on the strength of a unique sound that fuses alternative metal and R&B.

This track from their album Afterglow, released in May 2025, beautifully balances soulful vocals laid over carefully crafted melodies with a sound that deftly incorporates pop elements.

Afterglow is an ambitious release featuring 12 tracks.

The included song Stuck in My Head reached No.

1 on the Active Rock chart, proving the band’s prowess.

Evoking the feel of a scene from a 2000s film and striking an exquisite balance between R&B and rock, it’s a captivating track perfect for nighttime drives or quiet moments.