[2025] A Compilation of Western Songs Whose Titles Start with A

A Stone Only Rolls DownhillOK Go

OK Go – A Stone Only Rolls Downhill (Official Video)

Breaking more than a decade of silence, American rock band OK Go has finally released new material.

Building on their signature powerful, catchy sound with added depth, the new track brilliantly captures the balance between hope and anxiety in modern society.

It weaves in the universal theme of how to convey justice and hope to children, delivering a resonant message alongside a melodious progression.

An innovative music video employing 64 smartphones is also making waves, showcasing a fresh challenge while staying true to OK Go’s identity.

A North American tour is planned from April to June 2025, and they’re confirmed to perform at Fuji Rock 2025 in July of the same year.

Serving as the lead single from their fifth album, “And the Adjacent Possible,” this song is perfect not only as a driving soundtrack but also for moments when you feel stuck.

AfterlifeHouse Of Protection

House of Protection – Afterlife (Official Music Video)

Formed to step back from the pressures of the music industry with burning passion and to rediscover their love for music, America’s House of Protection is a unit by Aric Improta and Stephen Harrison, known as former members of FEVER 333.

Released in February 2025, this work deftly fuses the grandeur of stadium rock with elements of trap music.

With former BRING ME THE HORIZON member Jordan Fish as producer, it carries a powerful message that finds a glimmer of hope within a world that could be called dark.

The band’s live performances have earned high praise across regions, drawing over 25,000 attendees across five shows on their Australian tour.

Alongside their energetic sound, this track resonates with those seeking the courage to confront their inner darkness.

AonMaruja

Maruja – Aon (Official Audio)

An experimental track by Maruha, an experimental post-punk band based in Manchester, UK.

It’s a fully improvised, seven-minute piece born from a live session they recorded at the University of Salford studios in September 2024.

Blending jazz, post-punk, and noise rock, the track unfolds as an inventive soundscape where tension and release alternate, inviting listeners on a musical adventure.

Created as part of the album Tir na nÓg, it also reflects influences from shamanism and spiritual jazz, showcasing the band’s creativity and technical prowess.

A must-listen for anyone interested in experimental music or seeking a boundary-crossing new listening experience.

A Line In The Dust (ft. Mat Welsh from While She Sleeps)LANDMVRKS

LANDMVRKS – A Line In The Dust ft. Mat Welsh from While She Sleeps (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Landmvrks, a rising force in French deathcore, are drawing significant attention.

Their new song, released in January 2025, is an ambitious collaboration featuring Matt Welsh of the UK metalcore band While She Sleeps.

With heavy guitar riffs, ferocious shouts, and emotionally charged clean vocals woven together to perfection, the track has been highly praised by fans of both bands.

While the theme of the song isn’t explicitly clear, the title suggests a drive to challenge personal limits and the boundaries set by society.

It’s a must-listen not only for metalcore fans but for anyone interested in heavy music.

Be sure to give it a listen.

Always Remember Us This WayLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – Always Remember Us This Way (from A Star Is Born) (Official Music Video)

The soul-stirring ballad sung by Lady Gaga, an artist from the United States, was released in October 2018 as part of the soundtrack for the film A Star Is Born.

With a powerful and emotive vocal performance, it conveys the desire to preserve the beautiful moments of love forever in memory.

This piano-led track, which blends elements of country and soft rock, received high praise from critics and was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2020 Grammy Awards.

It is a recommended piece for anyone who, while sensing the transience of passing time, wishes to etch memories with a loved one into their heart.

All For NothingNovelists FR

NOVELISTS – All For Nothing (Official Music Video)

Paris-based Novelists FR from France have welcomed a new female vocalist and released a new single.

Skillfully incorporating elements of progressive metalcore while adding fresh musical ideas, it’s an ambitious work.

Technical guitar work, a powerful rhythm section, and emotive vocals fuse together to leave a deep impression on listeners.

The balance between melodic and aggressive passages is exquisite, bringing dynamism to the entire track.

The introspective lyrics are also compelling, prompting reflection on life’s complexities and self-discovery.

Highly recommended not only for metal fans but also for anyone seeking a new musical experience.

Around MeNo Guidnce

No Guidnce – Around Me (Official Video)

No Guidance, a four-piece group from the UK drawing attention as leaders of a new era in R&B.

Their new song, released in October 2024, is a moving track that captures the feeling of being left behind while people around you seem to find love with ease.

Created in collaboration with producer HARV and songwriter Felisha King Harvey, the song was crafted in Los Angeles.

It pays homage to ’90s R&B while blending in a modern sensibility, resulting in a distinctive sound.

It’s recommended not only for those who relate to the challenges of love and feelings of loneliness, but also for fans of classic R&B.

The music video is a must-see!