Summary of Western Music Releases [June 2025]

Midnight SunZara Larsson

Zara Larsson – Midnight Sun (Official Audio)

Zara Larsson, born in 1997 and hailing from Stockholm, Sweden.

Discovered for her talent at the age of 10, she has won global support with catchy songs rooted in pop and R&B, and in June 2025 she released a stirring new work.

This piece is an emotionally expansive yet warm pop-dance tune, marked by synth tones reminiscent of Sweden’s white nights and clear, soaring scat vocals.

Under themes like “endless summer” and “ever-shining moments,” it seems to portray a delicate inner landscape where hope and fragility coexist, as if wrapped in a gentle light.

It’s the title track from her fifth album, Midnight Sun, released in September 2025, and it’s a song that signals her deepening as an artist.

The sound is perfect for nights when you want to forget the noise of everyday life and spend some time in introspection.

Royal BloodZomboy

Zomboy – Royal Blood [Official Audio]

Hailing from Penzance, Cornwall, UK, Zomboy is an electronic music producer and DJ with a background studying at a modern music academy, and his sound is nothing short of powerful.

In this release, unveiled in June 2025, his signature thunderous basslines and high-octane drops explode once again.

The track conjures a grand, story-like world centered on themes of “royal bloodline” and “dominion,” brimming with an overwhelming force that captivates the listener.

It follows his 2024 EP, Dead Man Walking Pt.

2, and he’s a proven talent—his album The Outbreak hit number one on the charts in over 10 countries.

It’s a perfect pick when you want to fire up your mood or lose yourself in a powerful, hard-hitting beat.

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blessthefall – mallxcore (Visualizer)

The powerhouse metalcore band Bless The Fall from Phoenix, Arizona dropped a track in June 2025 that truly represents their essence—a decisive strike showcasing them at their best.

As frontman Beau Bokan confidently puts it, it’s “the most Bless The Fall-esque song,” seamlessly fusing dynamic riffs, blast beats, and their signature, sure-fire singalong clean choruses.

The song is a lead single from their seventh album, Gallows, slated for release in September 2025, and its tongue-in-cheek jab at online critics is delightfully biting.

It’s a track that’s sure to resonate not only with longtime fans but with anyone craving energetic metalcore.

LANDSLIDEgirlfriends

girlfriends – “LANDSLIDE”

Girlfriends are a pop-punk duo from Los Angeles, USA.

Comprised of Travis Mills and Nick Gross, the pair have been winning fans with their emotional sound since forming in 2020.

Their single, released in June 2025, vividly depicts how unexpected events in life can hit like a landslide, while powerfully asserting that as long as you’re breathing, there’s hope—even in pain.

Inspired by the “unstoppable energy” they felt while touring with artists like Avril Lavigne, the track—produced by John Feldmann—is an anthem that truly shines live and is sure to give courage to those who listen.

TATTOOS & Uiann dior

iann dior – TATTOOS & U (Official Video)

Puerto Rico-born and Texas-raised iann dior—who traverses a wide range of genres rooted in emo rap and holds an eight-week run at No.

1 on the U.

S.

charts with his collaboration “Mood” with 24kGoldn—released a track from his album CYCLES in June 2025.

The song hits home with a theme that candidly expresses memories etched like tattoos, personal transformation, and unfiltered emotion.

Produced in part by John Feldmann, known for his work with blink-182, it blends alternative rock and hip-hop into a sound that prioritizes raw feeling.

The music video, capturing everyday life in New York and scenes of getting tattooed, further highlights the song’s unvarnished appeal and leaves a strong impression.

It’s a track that seems perfect for stirring your emotions and facing yourself head-on.

NOT THE SAME2 Chainz, Ne-Yo

2 Chainz, Ne-Yo – NOT THE SAME (Official Video)

Rapper 2 Chainz, from College Park, Georgia, is not only active in music but also as an actor and entrepreneur.

The June 2025 track he created together with powerhouse R&B singer Ne-Yo is a captivating song where 2 Chainz’s signature trap style blends beautifully with Ne-Yo’s soulful vocals.

Over a laid-back beat, themes of 2 Chainz’s personal growth and rebirth from pain are skillfully expressed, with Ne-Yo’s emotional singing further elevating the story.

The track serves as part of the soundtrack for the short film “Red Clay,” which 2 Chainz also helped produce, closely tying into the film’s themes of community trauma and healing.

It’s a song that exudes warmth and strength, offering support to those striving to overcome hardship.

Light And ShadowAmorphis

AMORPHIS – Light And Shadow (Official Lyric Video)

Since their formation in 1990, Amorphis have expressed Finland’s epic poetry through metal, continually forging their own path.

The piece they released as a digital single in June 2025 is striking for its dramatic structure: it opens with delicate piano and electronic textures, then gradually unfolds into a powerful, full-band sound.

Grounded in melodic death metal while weaving in folk and progressive elements, it delves into profound themes such as “light and shadow” and self-discovery.

This track is a preview from their album Borderland, slated for release in September 2025, and it seems to mark where the band stands today.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who wants to savor grand, story-driven metal.