[2025] A roundup of Western songs with titles starting with B

BallyhooGreen Day

Green Day – Ballyhoo (Official Visualizer)

The American rock band Green Day, which has left a major mark on punk history, released a song in May 2025 that appeared as a bonus track on the deluxe edition of the album Saviors.

With crisp guitar riffs, driving drum beats, and Billie Joe’s steadfast vocals woven together, the track brims with an energy that could be called a return to punk’s roots.

The tight performance reminiscent of the band’s early days and the superb blend with a modern sound are nothing short of remarkable.

This deluxe edition also includes new songs like “Smash It Like Belushi,” making it a treat for fans.

It’s a track that showcases the band’s true essence—never forgetting melodic beauty amid intensity—and is well worth a listen as a breath of fresh air on the music scene.

BUTTERFLY KISSES x CAN’T WIN EM ALLRico Nasty

Rico Nasty – BUTTERFLY KISSES x CAN’T WIN EM ALL (Official Music Video)

Rico Nasty, an artist from Maryland known for her unique sound that fuses punk and hip-hop, has released two advance tracks from her third album, LETHAL, both of which showcase the full range of her multifaceted musicality.

The first track blends hard synths with trap beats to deliver assertive hyperpop rap, while the second contrasts it by laying bare introspective emotions over filtered, reverb-drenched production.

LETHAL is slated for release on May 16, 2025, and features 15 tracks.

She’s also set to make her acting debut in the Apple TV+ and A24 drama series Margo’s Got Money Troubles.

It’s an ambitious work recommended not only for punk and hip-hop fans, but for anyone seeking a boundary-pushing new listening experience.

Bad LifeSigrid, Bring Me The Horizon

Sigrid, Bring Me The Horizon – Bad Life (Official Video)

A powerful, uplifting song released in April 2022, born from a fateful backstage encounter at a music festival between Norway’s Sigrid and the UK’s Bring Me The Horizon.

It carries a strong message of courage and hope for overcoming hardships, beautifully blending their contrasting personalities into one cohesive track.

Fusing melodic pop and rock, the song balances Sigrid’s clear, crystalline vocals with BMTH’s Oliver Sykes’s robust voice, making it one of the standout tracks on the album “How to Let Go.” It’s a reassuring song that stands beside anyone going through tough times and gives them a push toward tomorrow.

Break Every ChainTasha Cobbs Leonard

Tasha Cobbs Leonard – Break Every Chain (Live At Passion City Church)

This is a gospel number known for its powerful message and emotionally resonant melody.

Tasha Cobbs Leonard, a native of Georgia, delivered a stirring performance during a live recording in Montgomery, Alabama, in June 2013, and the song was included on her album “Grace” released the same year.

With a simple yet memorable melodic line and lyrics centered on hope and freedom, it’s an easy song for anyone to sing along to.

Garnering recognition beyond the boundaries of gospel—winning numerous awards including the Grammys and the GMA Dove Awards—this piece is also popular as a choir practice song.

It’s highly recommended for church worship, for those who want to experience the joy of singing with others, and for anyone looking to discover the appeal of gospel music.

Bad ManThe Oblivians

Bad Man

This is a track bursting with raw garage sound from Popular Favorites, the album released in September 1996 by The Oblivians, a band based in Memphis, USA.

Blending Greg Cartwright’s guitar riffs with punkish drums, the song skillfully weaves 1960s doo-wop into a lo-fi sound.

Released in the band’s third year, it brilliantly captures the unique groove created as the three members switch instruments.

The gritty, basement-like recording quality and powerful vocals deliver an energetic performance that evokes their fiery live shows.

Recommended for those who want to feel rock’s roots and revel in the appeal of rough-hewn music.

boombbno$

bbno$ – boom (official music video)

The rapper bbno$, hailing from Vancouver, Canada, is known for lyrics laced with distinctive humor and satire.

His new release in May 2025 is a striking track that fuses electronic and hip-hop sounds.

Produced by Y2K, it reunites the duo behind “Lalala,” which drew major attention for its savvy marketing on platforms like Tinder and Instagram.

The song blends a catchy melody with rap that’s both playful and melodic.

A music video featuring a diverse cast, including drag queens, has also been released, and the track has become emblematic of today’s music scene, winning the TikTok Juno Fan Choice Award at the 2025 Juno Awards.

It’s a must-listen for anyone seeking fresh music that effortlessly leaps over the boundaries between pop and hip-hop.

Bossa Per DueNicola Conte

Nicola Conte – Bossa Per Due

Nicola Conte from Italy is a musical magician who exquisitely blends acid jazz and bossa nova.

Showcasing his stylish talent with his 2000 debut album “Jet Sounds,” he built a bridge between club music and jazz.

After signing with the prestigious Blue Note in 2004, he gained international acclaim with the album “Other Directions.” In 2018, he released “Let Your Light Shine On” on the MPS label, drawing attention with an innovative sound that incorporates elements of Afro-jazz and soul.

Born in Bari in 1964, he formed the “Fez Collective” in the 1990s, revitalizing Italy’s jazz scene.

His sophisticated musicality and film score-like melodies are perfect for those who want to enjoy both dance-floor grooves and deep listening.